Literature Day & Book Fair – SAFAL Fest 2025

Literature Day & Book Fair – SAFAL Fest 2025

Step into a vibrant celebration of storytelling as Day 3 of SAFALFest 2025 brings literature to life in Wentworthville. From poetry slams to book showcases, this special event highlights the voices, ideas, and creativity of South Asian writers, poets, and readers in one unforgettable day of words and wonder.

Enter into a vibrant celebration of stories and self-expression as Day 3 of SAFALFest 2025 fills Wentworthville with the voices, verses, and visions of South Asia’s rich literary heritage!

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📚 Day 3 – Literature Day & Book Fair


Date: Sunday, 10th July 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Redgum Centre Wentworthville


Program Flow:

  • 10:00 AM – Book Fair Launch
  • 10:30 AM – Meet the Authors & Book Signings
  • 11:30 AM – Youth Writing Workshop & Competition
  • 1:00 PM – Lunch Break
  • 2:00 PM – Literature Panels & Fireside Chats
  • 3:30 PM – Book Readings & Performances
  • 4:00 PM – Close


Highlights from Past SAFAL FEST Literature

Over the years, SAFAL FEST has proudly showcased impactful films from across the globe — stories that challenge, inspire, and connect.

Literature Day & Book Fair – SAFAL Fest 2025


Celebrate the power of words and storytelling at the Literature Day & Book Fair, part of the SAFAL Fest 2025 hosted by the Australian South Asian Forum (ASAF). This vibrant event showcases South Asia’s rich literary heritage through poetry slams, book displays, author talks, and more.


✍️ Competition & Exhibition Details


📅 Date: Sunday, 10th August 2025
 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
 📍 Venue: Redgum Centre, Wentworthville NSW 2145
 ⏳ Entry Deadline: 5th August 2025

Discover voices from across the community in a full day of literature, creativity, and cultural connection. Open to all ages and literary enthusiasts!


📣 Enquiries


Hasitha Adhikariarachchi – Poetry Slam
📞 0405 554 511

Rajan Chattar – Book Fair
📞 0440 215 553


🎤 Key Organisers


  • Kedar Pagaddinnimath – Festival Chairperson, Secretary & Co-Founder ASAF & SAFAL
  • Ash Gholkar – President/Founder, ASAF & SAFAL
  • Saliya Tennakoon – Festival Director


🏆 Supported By


  • Multicultural NSW (Grant Funded)
  • Incorp (Sponsor)
  • City of Ryde and various community organisations

🔗 For program information and tickets, visit: www.safalfest.com



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