It’s here!

By WORD Christchurch | Posted: Monday Jul 20, 2026

The 2026 WORD Christchurch programme is out now, and tickets are officially on sale!

This year’s festival is packed with writers, storytellers, poetry, music, local history and big ideas that are sparking conversations right now.

From beloved favourites to fresh voices and new perspectives, WORD celebrates writers from Ōtautahi and across Aotearoa, alongside some fantastic international talent.

And with an election year ahead, expect plenty of thought-provoking kōrero from political minds, commentators and journalists exploring the issues shaping our communities and our world.

Start planning your festival schedule now! Programme | WORD Christchurch