Over one winter weekend each year, the festival brings together diverse voices through panel discussions, keynote talks, workshops, performances, book launches and more – sparking ideas, conversation, and inspiration.

Celebrating the power of storytelling, the festival champions literacy, lifelong learning, and diverse perspectives. A must-attend event for book lovers and curious minds, it welcomes renowned authors and fresh new voices from Bendigo, Victoria, Australia and beyond.

The festival features a range of events including panel discussions, keynote speakers, workshops, sessions for young people, book launches and performances, which provide a platform for emerging and established writers to showcase their work, exchange ideas, and engage with audiences.

With a focus on promoting literacy and lifelong learning, the Bendigo Writers Festival has become a highly anticipated event for locals and visitors alike, drawing in renowned authors and thinkers from Australia and around the world.