Plan your Festival visit
The Brisbane Writers Festival is located in the State Library of Queensland precinct Stanley Place. Events take place in State Library Queensland. This area is accessible by bus, train, ferry and car. Some special events are held offsite, and travel information for these will be listed in the event description.
The Box office will be located on the Stanley Place side of the State Library of Queensland. The Brisbane Writers Festival Box Office opens 1 hour before the first event each day from 7-9 May.
Volunteers will be available on site to assist you with your queries.
Festival titles can be purchased in advance through the SLQ Library Shop.
EAT + DRINK
If you’re attending an event at the State Library of Queensland then make a day of it and try something delicious at one of South Bank’s cafes and restaurants.
Grab a coffee and snack from their onsite cafés during the Festival. Enjoy a special Coffee & Cake Deal during the Festival for just $8.
Opening Hours:
- The Library Café Pop Up: Sat 8am to 7pm; Sun 8am to 4pm
- The Edge Café: Sat 9am-4pm; Sun 9am-4pm
Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art
At QAGOMA you’ll find three impressive spaces to dine: GOMA Restaurant, GOMA Bistro and the QAG Café.
Festival Friends enjoy the following discounts during the Festival on presentation of their event ticket:
- QAGOMA Stores - 10% discount on full priced items
- QAG Cafe and GOMA Bistro: 5% discount on full priced food and beverage purchases
Become a Festival Friend here before the Festival to purchase discount event tickets and enjoy the QAGOMA discounts!
In this lively arts precinct you can enjoy an abundance of food and drinks options:
See more information about visiting the Library precinct.
