BLF invites you to explore this year’s line up; browse over 500 amazing events via the themes and collections below.
From The Art of Writing to World Affairs, The Brontës to Theatre, Gigs & Nights Out, discover events to delight and inspire at Bradford Literature Festival 2026.
Art, Architecture & Design
Art of Writing & Politics of Publishing
Bradford Film Festival
The Brontës
Comico: Fairytales, Fantasy & Science Fiction
Contemporary Culture
Crime
Exhibitions
Faith, Mysticism & Philosophy
Family Fun Days
Feminism
Fiction
Food & Drink
Free Word
Global Futures
Health & Wellbeing
Heritage Walks & Talks
History
Lunch Bites
Memoir
Neurodiversity
Poetry
Race & Identity
Science
Society & Citizenship
Sport
Theatre, Gigs & Concerts
World Affairs & Politics
Writing & Publishing
Yorkshire
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