Sydney Jewish Writers Festival

The Sydney Jewish Writers Festival, powered by Shalom, celebrates the richness and diversity of contemporary Jewish writing worldwide.

In 2023, the festival hosted 22 live in-person events, more than 25 Australian-based presenters, and prominent international writers to discuss, dissect, and explore the year’s Festival theme: identity.

Sessions covered a diverse range of topics, from climate change to existentialism, the Holocaust, antisemitism, aging, grief and laughter. Through conversations, poetry, music, comedy, a little yoga and a string quartet for good measure – it is a festival not to be missed.

This festival, you’re invited to bring your curiosity, ideas and voice to this conversation.” Miriam Hechtman, Festival Director.

Booking essential – get in early as some major events sell out quickly!