Petworth Literary Festival

23 OCTOBER – 7 NOVEMBER 2026

Various Times

The festival will once again be joined by an experienced team of interviewers, bringing their expertise and insight to a programme of engaging conversations with this year’s authors and speakers.

Petworth Festival is an established arts festival in West Sussex, presenting an annual programme of music, literature, performance and the arts in and around Petworth. Founded in 1979, the festival brings leading artists, authors and performers to the region, alongside opportunities for emerging talent and community participation.

Heading towards its 50th year, Petworth Festival continues to build on its long-standing commitment to bringing high-quality arts and cultural experiences to audiences across the region, while developing new opportunities for artists, young people and the wider community.

The Petworth Festival annual programme includes the Petworth Proms, Petworth Summer Festival and Petworth Literary Festival, as well as a range of education, outreach and community initiatives.

Website: https://petworthfestival.org.uk/