Welcome to Books on the Bay, the Simon’s Town Literary Festival.
Fuelled by the Generosity of Our Sponsors, Authors, and Supporters, 2024 Soared to Unprecedented Success!
Books on the Bay 2025: Friday 14th to Sunday 16th March – The Countdown to Magic Begins!
A limited number of seats for all ticketed events will be available at the door.
Festival details
14 to 16 March 2025
Friday – Sunday 14nd to 16th March 2025
Transportation
Everything you need to know about the parking and getting here.
2025 Participants
Among the highlights this year, are Africa’s most acclaimed and trusted political cartoonists, our own Zapiro, and Kenyan Gado; John van de Ruit who brings us the last and final in the Spud series…..
Hop aboard the eco-friendly Tuk Tuks from Hakuna Matuktuk, and enjoy a breezy, Wi-Fi-filled ride between Books on the Bay venues — free of charge!
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Books on the Bay is a community-supported non-profit festival – with your help, we can continue to bring inspiring experiences and programs to the far south. Your contribution will ensure that future generations of book lovers get the opportunity to explore literature in all its forms!
Festival Sponsors
