The third annual Spring ForeWord happens April 25 to 29, 2026 at venues around Halifax. See the full schedule below.

All our venues are physically accessible, with gender neutral bathroom facilities. Many are accessible via Halifax Transit, or bicycle.

Please note that tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are transferable.

You will receive an email—that email is your ticket! To transfer your ticket to someone else, simply forward them the email. 

If price is a barrier, please use our coupon code EQUITY26 to access a free ticket to any event but Souvankham Thammavongsa: On Writing. To request an equity ticket for that event, please email info@afterwordsliteraryfestival.com 

Click on the event titles below for full event descriptions!

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