Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts

As Canada’s longest running summer gathering of Canadian writers and readers, this event has connected well-known authors with their audiences while also giving up-and-coming scribes a chance to showcase their work in front of a literary-friendly crowd. 


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Location: Sechelt, British Columbia

Love books? You'll love the Sushine Coast Festival of the Written Arts. Just a quick ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay, the Sunshine Coast offers stunning views of the Strait of Georgia and a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. 

As one of the staples in the community, the festival’s 2023 edition promises to take attendees on a literary journey during the entire weekend and beyond. 

Help your friends #DareToExplore this summer on the Sunshine Coast.

As Canada’s longest running summer gathering of Canadian writers and readers, the event continues to connect well-known authors with their audiences, while also giving up-and-coming scribes a chance to showcase their work in front of a literary-friendly crowd. 

Read Rebecca Coleman's preview of the festivities here.

Ticket information

Tickets are not on sale yet for 2023, but can be expected to go on-sale in the late spring.

For more information, visit the festival website here.  

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