Be part of something special!
5-7 June
FESTIVAL 2026
June long weekend
Authors and Guests
Find out who is coming, our incredible line-up of Guests is now available to view.
The Fringe
BIGGER, LOUDER, STILL FREE! The BRWF Fringe Festival returns to Maam Gaduying Park for its third and most ambitious year yet!
Poetry Slam
Performer Applications are now open. Poetry Slam Audience Tickets are SOLD OUT.
Schools Program
Explore what is in store for this year's Schools Program. Applications are now closed.
Our Festival
Nestled in the stunning Mid North Coast of NSW, our Festival has blossomed into a beloved gathering of literary lovers, which brings together world-renowned icons and emerging voices for an unforgettable weekend of creativity and connection.
Each year during the June long weekend, we come together in Bellingen on the breathtaking traditional lands of the Gumbaynggirr people and surrounded by the UNESCO World Heritage–listed natural beauty that inspires us all. Our Festival bursts with contemporary Australian voices, from acclaimed fiction writers and sharp political commentators to powerful First Nations creators, LGBTQI+ storytellers, and live performers who light up the stage. But the excitement doesn’t stop there! In the lead-up to the Festival, our Schools Program brings the joy of storytelling to young minds across the Mid North Coast with a week full of interactive and inspiring sessions.
Whether you’re a seasoned Festival-goer or a first-time visitor, our welcoming, inclusive and dynamic lineup includes something for everyone. Come celebrate stories, ideas and the power of words with us!
Join us for three days of storytelling magic!
OUR SUPPORTERS
We are indebted to all our Sponsors, Partners and Advertisers who make this unique Festival possible.
