Welcome to Melbourne Writers Festival
One of Australia's most loved literary institutions is back for 2025!
MWF returns from 8–11 May 2025 to ignite the city with stories, ideas and the transformative magic of words.
Stay tuned for details on the program launch and ticket release dates.
We can’t wait to see you next year!
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Our 2024 Festival
We respectfully acknowledge that Melbourne Writers Festival takes place on the traditional lands of the peoples of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.