Ubud Writers & Readers Festival 2026
Southeast Asia’s largest literary festival returns for its 23rd edition, 21–25 October 2026 in Ubud. Over 100 sessions with 150+ writers, journalists, poets and thinkers under the theme “Samarasā: Awareness. Empathy. Action.” Main hub at Taman Baca; opening gala at Puri Agung Ubud.
About this event
The 23rd Ubud Writers & Readers Festival (UWRF) runs 21–25 October 2026 in Ubud, Bali. It features more than 100 events including author talks, panel discussions, workshops, masterclasses, literary lunches, live performances, spoken word, film screenings and book launches. Theme is Samarasā: Awareness. Empathy. Action., drawing on Sanskrit ideas of harmony between mind, heart and action.
Main programme is based at Taman Baca Ubud (Jalan Raya Sanggingan No. 88X, Kedewatan). Opening gala takes place at Puri Agung Ubud on 21 October. Partner venues host special events across Ubud.
Tickets: 4-Day Regular Festival Pass from IDR 1,700,000 (Indonesian) / IDR 7,800,000 (international); 1-Day from IDR 600,000 / IDR 2,400,000. Free entry for Indonesian school students (SD/SMP/SMA). Special events and workshops require separate tickets. Full programme and tickets at ubudwritersfestival.com.