Killer destinations: the crime-writing festivals worth travelling for
From Richard Osman’s retired amateur sleuths solving cosy crimes every Thursday, to Freida McFadden’s murderous housemaids and Harlan Coben’s twisty thrillers, the crime genre has long been a favourite of readers around the world. Reading and writing are notoriously solitary pursuits, so it is no wonder that a global industry has sprung up to stage live events designed to appeal to fans of the…
The International Agatha Christie Festival, set to take place in Torquay, England from September 12-20, 2026, marks the centenary of the publication of her iconic novel The Murder of Roger Ackroyd. Meanwhile, Bloody Scotland, Scotland's annual crime writing festival, will host renowned authors like Richard Osman, Lee Child, and Val McDermid.
Meanwhile, Getafe Negro in Spain will focus on the works of Stephen King, while Bouchercon in Canada celebrates the works of Kathy Reichs. Iceland Noir, a more intimate festival, will celebrate Agatha Christie, while Venice Noir boasts a beautiful setting and highlights from renowned authors like Mark Billingham and Elly Griffiths.
Singapore Writers Festival, established 40 years ago, will focus on 'Hidden in Plain Sight', while Sydney Crime Writers Festival has been running for 10 years and is renowned for its quirky elements. Finally, Krimimessen, a Danish festival, will take place within a former prison and regularly attracts around 100 authors and 7,000 participants.
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