What is the Wigtown Book Festival?
The 10-day festival is a celebration of literature, featuring music, film, arts and theatre as well as performances, workshops and talks from local and international talent.
The festival provides a platform for more than 200 writers from Scotland and beyond. As well as celebrating literature, the festival hosts outdoor activities and performances which embrace the region’s natural beauty. It also runs a year-round programme of events and activities which include work with young readers and writers.
Wigtown is a traditional market town in Dumfries & Galloway in Scotland. The town is home to independent bookshops and Scotland’s largest second-hand bookstore.
Photo credit: VisitScotland/Kenny Lam
When is the Wigtown Book Festival?
In 2025, the 27th annual Wigtown Book Festival will take place from 26 September – 5 October. The autumn festival has become an important highlight in Scotland’s cultural calendar, attracting thousands of visitors.
What is the history of the Wigtown Book Festival?
In 1998, Wigtown became Scotland’s National Book Town with the aim of regenerating the community. The following year, the inaugural Wigtown Book Festival was born and has since transformed into a renowned literary event. Today, Wigtown has a strong book community including 15 bookshops and year-round literary events.
Find out more about Wigtown Festival (wigtownbookfestival.com)
Header photo credit: Wigtown Book Festival