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Bradford Literature Festival 2026
Bradford's ten-day festival of books and ideas, which drew more than 200,000 attendances to 762 events in 2026.
- Dates
- 3–12 July 2026
- Where
- Bradford, England
- Type
- Festival
- Organiser
- Bradford Literature Festival
Bradford Literature Festival has run in the city since 2014. It programmes literature alongside current affairs, faith, history and performance, and its Ethical Ticketing scheme gives free entry to people who could not otherwise afford to attend.
The 2026 festival ran for ten days, from 3 to 12 July. According to the organisers, it welcomed more than 200,000 attendances for the first time, across 762 events, including 88 education programme events. Tickets start at low prices and many events are free.
It suits readers looking for a wide-ranging programme with a strong sense of place, families, and writers and small publishers interested in reaching diverse audiences.
Sources: Bradford Literature Festival; Bradford Literature Festival: previous festivals.
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