Schools Program
8 October 2026 at Brisbane Powerhouse
Now open for school group bookings!
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.
Featured authors this year include Jacqueline Harvey, Morris Gleitzman, Dr Matt Agnew, Gary Lonesborough, Kate Foster, Sally Rippin, Carla Salmon, Bori Cser, and Peter Carnavas.
Click the button below for a list of events, the timetable, how to book, pricing (including bundle deals), and more general information. We recommend school groups use the booking form to secure a place for your students.
The BWF schools program is supported by The University of Queensland.
Artwork by Rachel Tribout.
#Upcoming Events
Special Event / Regular Program / YA Program
Alice Oseman: Heartstopper
#Order a copy of the 2026 Printed Program
Get a copy of the 2026 program mailed straight to your door! Order yours before Friday the 18th of September.
Packed with everything from session information and timetables to dining guides, ticketing tips and special events, the Brisbane Writers Festival print program is a must for every Festival goer.
BWF 2026 PRINT PROGRAM - $6
Contains the entire festival program (including YA and schools) and general information for patrons.
2026 YA AND SCHOOLS BOOKLET - $4
Contains the Young Adult and schools programs and general information for school groups.
The amount covers postage costs. Please make sure to include your postal address at the checkout. If you already have an account with us, make sure your address is up-to-date.
Copies of the program can also be found for free at bookshops, libraries and the Powerhouse.
#BWF 2025 Highlights
#Missed out on merch?
Never fear! You can still snag yourself something remember us by. Order any of our merch items from the last three festivals, and we’ll deliver for the additional cost of postage.
Artwork credits:
2025 hero image by Phoebe Paradise
2024 hero image by Samuel Tupou
2023 hero image by Brent Wilson
Click below to order yours now—limited stock available!
Brisbane Writers Festival is held on the lands of the Yuggera and Turrbul people, on the banks of the Maiwar river. We recognise the important and ongoing contributions of Indigenous Australians to art and literature, and pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.