Going to the festival
Tickets and programme
Festival dates, venues, line-ups and ticket releases change each year. Use the official links below for current availability and booking details.
England literary festival
Bath Festival
Multi-arts festival with literature, music, ideas and cultural conversation across Bath.
Bath, EnglandMay
What it is about
Multi-arts festival with literature, music, ideas and cultural conversation across Bath.
Organisers
Bath Festivals
Attendance notes
Pairs literary events with broader cultural programming.
Check the official site for current dates, accessibility, venue maps, ticket rules, waiting lists and livestream options.
Book Bag connection
Related catalogue links
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