The Words in Winter Festival is returning to Daylesford and Hepburn Springs this August.
Now in its 24th year, the iconic festival will be illuminating the towns with the theme ‘Light in the Dark’ – a thoughtful reflection of the festival’s commitment to creativity, hope, and the transformative power of storytelling.
Across multiple locations like Hotel Bellinzona, Daylesford Hotel, Radius Art, Paradise Bookshop, Daylesford Library, Stony Creek Gallery, Spade to Bade and Yandoit Culture Centre, there will be plenty to see and do across the two weekends.
Expect 45 events and over 80 artists involved over the two weekends, with local talent and visiting artists – emerging and established – offering literary events, performances, conversations, art installations and free events, storytelling, workshops and children’s programs.
Festival producer Devon Taylor said there’s plenty to see and do.
“Whether you want gala glamour or casual bookshop chats, there’s a perfect space for every story lover,” he said.
“We’ve carefully curated each venue’s atmosphere – from Bellinzona’s sophisticated literary salons to Yandiot’s grassroots open mic energy.”
Morgan Williams from Radius art said the festival is a true highlight of the region.
“It’s a wonderful chance for our community to come together, celebrate creativity, and be inspired by the stories that shape our lives,” she said.
Words in Winter will return to Daylesford and Hepburn Springs over two weekends from Friday, August 22 until Sunday, August 31.
Details: wordsinwinter.com/
