Words on the Waves Writers Festival

Immerse yourself in a festival of stories and ideas on the scenic Central Coast
Words on the Waves Writers Festival is a celebration of words and ideas set on the scenic Central Coast, NSW, Australia. With author talks and panels, as well as evening conversation events, writing workshops, local book launches, a literary cruise, family fun day, schools program and more, the festival offers a diverse range of high quality literary events for both the Central Coast community and visitors to the area.

In 2025 we celebrate our fifth year from May 28 – June 1, with the theme burning bright. We acknowledge the swirling forces that darken our world. But we look forward with hope – with a deeply held conviction in the human capacity to share, create and blaze a path forward. Over each swell, a new horizon rises.

Check out our full program here https://wordsonthewaves.com.au/words-on-the-waves-writers-festival-program-2025/