Eastbourne LitFest

A bookfest by the sea

Eastbourne Litfest is an exciting new book event - a warm and welcoming literary festival for all ages in our beautiful town by the sea, and a celebration of reading, writing, and wellbeing in our community. Join us for this inaugural event, taking place in venues across our beautiful town.

The dates are 25-27 September 2026 and our programme details are coming soon. Register your interest to be the first to hear more.

Something for everyone

From panels and keynotes to hands-on creative experiences, Eastbourne LitFest will offer something for everyone.

Listen to the stories behind the stories. Meet the authors of picture books, YA, nonfiction and adult fiction across a range of genres.

Take part in workshops. Discover your own storytelling power. Help us celebrate voices from all walks and stages of life.

Join our gathering of readers, writers, and thinkers to explore the transformative impact of words and books in the most beautiful town on the South Coast.

Patrons announced!

We are thrilled to announce that Eastbourne LitFest is supported by four wonderful patrons, each a voice of imagination, integrity and insight. Together, they represent the power of society and literature to entertain, challenge, improve, comfort and connect. Find out who they are here.