3 dates
OzAsia Festival’s Weekend of Words returns for another year of thought-provoking panels, discussions and conversations at Australia’s largest gathering of Asian and Asian Australian writers and thinkers.
Hear from award-winning and internationally recognised novelists, journalists, comedians, poets, playwrights, performers, and special guests from South Korea, Singapore Writers Festival, and Ubud Writers and Readers Festival.
Take part in free workshops on memoir writing, manga, zine-making and more including activities and story time for young readers.
With something for all ages and all interests, OzAsia Festival’s Weekend of Words is an inspiring three-day extravaganza of bold voices and big ideas.
Plan your weekend at Weekend of Words
- Accessibility
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This venue is wheelchair accessible.
- Age Suitability
- Recommended for ages 12 and up
Part of
A vibrant celebration of Asian and Asian Australian literature, writing, and ideas. Discover, engage, inspire. 7-9 November '25.
Discover OzAsia Festival's Weekend of WordsIn partnership with
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.
Supported by Dr Geoff Martin.
Hear from the curator
Sami Shah
Curator, OzAsia Festival’s Weekend of Words
Naarm (Melbourne), Australia
Sami Shah is a multi-award-winning comedian, writer, and journalist, and the curator of OzAsia Festival’s Weekend of Words. He brings his sharp wit and storytelling expertise to explore how humour helps us survive and reshape the stories we inherit.
Appearing in: Opening Night Gala
Performance Location: Adelaide Convention Centre
Location
This venue is located in the same Riverbank precinct as the Festival Centre.
More information
Specific information to assist you in planning your visit will provided closer to the event date, to all ticket buyers via email.
The Adelaide Convention Centre is a venue which is external to Adelaide Festival Centre. To find out more and plan your visit, please go to their website.
Adelaide Convention Centre is an accessible venue to all visitors. We offer lift and escalator access to all three levels, including entry from North Terrace and the Adelaide Riverbank Promenade.
More information about Adelaide Convention Centre access services available on their website.
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