Mark your calendars: Marlborough Book Fest 2026 is on July 24 - 26

Kia ora koutou,

The Marlborough sunshine is lighting up autumn colours beautifully as we finalise the 2026 programme to look forward to this winter.

Important information:

When: Friday 24 July to Sunday 26 July 2026.
Venue: Festival hub at Whitehaven Theatre Marlborough and other venues.
Authors: To be announced in this newsletter soon!
Tickets: On sale at the end of May.

The Marlborough Book Festival aims to celebrate writers and reward readers with invigorating timely conversations, so save the dates Friday 24 July to Sunday 26 July in your diary and spread the word to encourage your friends and whānau to come along too. We look forward to seeing you there!

Our programme will be announced soon right here on our newsletter to loyal followers so keep an eye on your in-box to be the first to know.

Photo: Jim Tannock.

 

Welcome Air New Zealand

A warm welcome to new sponsor Air New Zealand, which has included the festival among its 20 regional events sponsorship campaign. We are honoured to be included in this generous programme. Thanks Air New Zealand!

Whitehaven Theatre Marlborough

We are excited to return to the festival hub rebranded as Whitehaven Theatre Marlborough reflecting new sponsorship from Whitehaven Wines. Congratulations to all, the new signage looks great.

Festival podcast Can’t wait for the next Marlborough Book Festival? Tune into our podcasts from previous year’s festivals, enjoy hearing from past guest authors and get a taste for what is to come. Listen here or through Spotify, Amazon, Pobean and Google. Please share with your friends and help spread the word about our festival!   The Marlborough Book Festival is powered by volunteers and supported by a wonderful network of people and organisations across our community, and community-minded businesses and funding partners. We’re deeply grateful for every contribution.