A Festival For Readers
A Festival For Writers
A Festival For Hamilton

Welcome to gritLIT 2026

Mainstage Events offer a view into the minds of some of the most interesting writers working in Canada today. Attendees will have a chance to interact with authors via chat and/or Q&A in these events. In-Person events take place in various locations across Hamilton, including at the Homewood Suites By Hilton (40 Bay Street South), the Art Gallery of Hamilton (123 King Street West), and the Hamilton Farmer’s Market (35 York Boulevard). Please read the event descriptions carefully for where each event takes place.

Interactive Events give attendees an opportunity to interact with fellow book lovers in fun, immersive ways.

Writing Workshops (Limited Enrollment) offer a chance to learn the tricks of the trade from some of the best authors in the country. Writing Workshops are 75–90 minutes long.

Wednesday, April 15

Thursday, April 16

Friday, April 17

Saturday, April 18

Sunday, April 19

Workshops

What You Get with Your Weekend Pass