Brisbane Writers Festival 2025
9–12 October, at Brisbane Powerhouse
Have we got a story for you!
Brisbane Writers Festival unveils an exciting new chapter in 2025 with a star-studded program of events from 9–12 October and held for the first time at the Brisbane Powerhouse.
The 2025 program is packed with literary A-listers across more than 100 live events including author talks, conversations, panel discussions and special events. Two hundred artists, half of them from Queensland, form part of the blockbuster line-up of national and international guests.
Whether it’s literary milestones, compelling crime, powerful true stories, romantasy, book club favourites, stories from Hollywood or history, we have a story for everyone!
Explore the program online and book your tickets by clicking on the button below, or scroll further down to flip through the program booklet and see more information.
#Program Booklet
#Tickets
Some events will sell quickly, so we recommend booking your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
How to book
Browse the program and book tickets online at brisbanepowerhouse.org.
Book over the phone with Brisbane Powerhouse Box Office: 07 3358 8600
Ticketing enquiries: boxoffice@brisbanepowerhouse.org
#Schools Program
The Brisbane Writers Festival schools program is a celebration of reading, writing and storytelling — and an adventure from beginning to end! We invite students to grow and experiment with their creativity and immerse themselves in the magic of story with some of Australia’s leading writers for children and young adults.
Click the button below to find out more, or head straight to the Brisbane Powerhouse website to browse the program and book tickets. For large groups, we recommend booking over the phone — please call Brisbane Powerhouse Box Office on 07 3358 8600.
The BWF schools program is supported by The University of Queensland.