Currumbin Crime Writers Festival
Friday 15 August 2025 | 08:00 AM
Currumbin
A new two-day festival for crime fiction lovers and aspiring writers, featuring workshops, Q&As with publishing professionals, author talks, panels and book signings — all set in Currumbin.
Launching for the first time in 2025, the Currumbin Crime Writers Festival is a two-day event designed to thrill lovers of crime fiction and nurture the next generation of storytellers. Held in the stunning surrounds of Currumbin on the southern Gold Coast, the festival features practical creative writing workshops, Q&As with industry professionals, author talks, panel discussions and book signings — all centred on the craft of crime storytelling.
With a strong focus on emerging writers, authentic voices, and community connection, the festival aims to become a cultural landmark in the region, offering a platform for creatives and readers to engage, learn, and be inspired.
Proudly supported by the City of Gold Coast.
Getting there
Consider using public transport or active travel. Plan your trip with Translink's journey planner.
Parking may be limited. For metered parking, use the EasyPark app to start, end, and extend your parking direct from your phone to avoid fines. For more information visit City of Gold Coast's Parking page.
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Price
Tickets available for multiple sessions
When
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Friday, 15 August 2025 | 08:00 AM
- 05:30 PM
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Saturday, 16 August 2025 | 08:00 AM
- 05:30 PM
Where
Kinship Currumbin, 766 Pacific Parade, Currumbin, 4223, View Map
-28.1320681,153.4883467
766 Pacific Parade ,
Currumbin 4223
Kinship Currumbin
766 Pacific Parade ,
Currumbin 4223
Currumbin Crime Writers Festival
Free local street parking is available for 3 hours along Pacific Parade and there is free unlimited parking along Duringan Street. Alternatively, you can park at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary’s car park on Tomewin Street (open from 7.30am until 5.30pm, fees apply). We encourage you to car share or use public transport, Route 700 & Route 760.