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Wordstock Sudbury is Northern Ontario’s premier literary festival for readers, writers and lovers of words.

About Us

Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival is an annual celebration of the literary arts. The festival features some of Canada’s most celebrated authors, poets, playwrights, and songwriters. Wordstock Sudbury creates opportunities for vital conversations that challenge assumptions, explore diverse perspectives, and use critical thinking—all through a literary lens. Established in 2013 to support and promote the love of reading and writing in Northern Ontario, it continues to grow.

Our Events

Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival presents an annual 3-day festival every November, as well as regular literary events throughout the year.

Our Upcoming Events

Sudbury Reads 2026

April 12 @ 10:30 am - 1:00 pm

Join us for Wordstock Sudbury’s 4th annual Sudbury Reads, hosted by CBC Sudbury’s Jonathan Pinto! This local version of Canada Reads celebrates books that connect our community.

This is a FREE event and open to everyone.

📅 Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: View Full Details