Marquees at the Byron Writers Festival
Fish sculpture
Peter Heliar at the Kids Big Day Out
Bruce Pascoe and Bronwyn Bancroft share a laugh on stage
Two women laughing together in the audience
People sitting outside amongst marquee tents listening to a session
Two people lying down on the grass reading a Festival program
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Byron Writers Festival

Friday 26 August 2022 to Sunday 28 August 2022

Overview

For three days in August, more than 140 writers and thinkers will come together in Byron to ponder the power of stories and the written word in shaping who we are. Now in its 26th year, Byron…

For three days in August, more than 140 writers and thinkers will come together in Byron to ponder the power of stories and the written word in shaping who we are.

Now in its 26th year, Byron Writers Festival has become famous for its relaxed and friendly vibe, open-air coastal location and compelling conversations spanning a mix of genres including environment, first nations, politics, philosophy, music, art, social issues and of course memoir and fiction.

Now more than ever, the joy of gathering together to listen, reflect, laugh and be uplifted, feels so important. Expect to hear from your favourite authors, discover new talented writers and listen to conversations with some of our greatest thinkers on the topics that matter now.

Key dates:

June 15: Early Bird 3-day Passes on sale (one week only), first guest announcement
June 30: Sunday Locals’ Passes on sale (limited release, conditions apply)
July 13: Full program announced – all tickets on sale
Aug 26-28: Festival Weekend

126 Tweed Valley Way Yelgun NSW 2483 Australia
(02) 6685 5115
http://byronwritersfestival.com/

126 Tweed Valley Way Yelgun NSW 2483 Australia
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