Sydney Writers' Festival: Live and Local Program 2025

Next date: Thursday, 22 May 2025 | 08:00 AM to Sunday, 25 May 2025 | 04:30 PM

Following the success of Live & Local in 2024, the Sydney Writers’ Festival returns to Broome Public Library in 2025 - bringing the best of the Festival straight to our community.

One of Australia’s premier forums for literature, storytelling, and big ideas, the Festival will live-stream headline events direct from Sydney to the Broome Public Library on Thursday 22, Friday 23, Saturday 24, and Sunday 25 May.

Get ready to be inspired by thought-provoking conversations, debates, and panel discussions featuring some of the world’s leading writers and thinkers. Live & Local 2025 is your chance to experience the Festival without leaving town.

Between streamed sessions, take part in writing-focused activities presented by local organisations - an opportunity to connect, reflect, and explore your own creativity.