# Event Details

- **Event Name**: When Words Collide 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 14 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00)
- **Event Description**: Welcome to Canada's largest multi-genre reader/writer/fan literary festival. A Calgary tradition since 2011. 

2026 Featured Authors: Terry Brooks & Kevin McDonald

Special Guests: Andrew Buckley | Bianca Marais | Lily Chu | Craig Dilouie | Gemma Files

Guest Agents: Mira Landry, Corvisiero Literary | Carly Watters, PS Literary | Cecilia (CeCe) Lyra, Wendy Sherman Associates

Get your tickets before December 31st for the best pricing! 

2025 Pricing: (September 1-December 31, 2025)
Adult: $105
Senior: (65+) $95
Youth (8-17): $95
Children under 9: Free (registration still required)

Prices go up January 1st, 2026 so register now. 

Enhance your festival experience by booking a room at the Hyatt Regency at a special group rate.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/calgary/when-words-collide-2026/200029067202546
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 165

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Calgary
- **state**: AB
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Hyatt Regency Calgary
- **lat**: 51.046131889359
- **long**: -114.06259030463
- **full address**: Hyatt Regency Calgary, 704 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2G, Canada

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: When Words Collide 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/a05041d8839069a28a0ad4dd496cc152d8232bd924a9a702f0d09804a808e644-rimg-w1200-h400-dce8e8f8-gmir?v=1786736695

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is When Words Collide 2026 being held?
  - **A:** When Words Collide 2026 takes place on Fri, 14 Aug, 2026 at 11:00 am to Sun, 16 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Hyatt Regency Calgary, 704 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2G, Canada.
- **Q**: Who is organizing When Words Collide 2026?
  - **A:** When Words Collide 2026 is organized by When Words Collide.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** When Words Collide 2026 is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Calgary, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 160+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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