Wordfest Imaginairium

Wordfest springs to life in Calgary each fall as a literary celebration rooted in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies—Treaty 7 territory. Established in 1996, this entrepreneurial arts non‑profit has grown into one of Canada’s most dynamic literary festivals, connecting readers with extraordinary writers year‑round. In October, it stages the Imaginairium, a vibrant six‑day explosion of ideas showcasing celebrated and emerging authors through immersive performances, storytelling, and intimate conversations. Beyond the festival, Wordfest sustains a free Youth Program reaching thousands of students through interactive experiences and books, runs the imaginative ‘Imagine On Air’ audio series, and hosts accessible events online and live across the year. Thought‑provoking, inclusive, and deeply rooted in community, Wordfest invites you to think bigger, dig deeper, and build connections that endure.