Join us to celebrate the 2026 Women’s Prizes for Fiction and Non-Fiction shortlists, in London’s beautiful Bedford Square Gardens.

On the eve of the winners announcement, the 12 shortlisted authors of both Prizes will be taking to the stage at Women’s Prize LIVE in conversation with their respective Chair of Judges, Julia Gillard and Thangam Debbonaire.

With the rare chance to hear live readings from the books that captivated our judges, enjoy candid insights from the authors, and ask your own questions during the Q&A, this promises to be a warm, vibrant and truly unmissable event.

For £40, come along in-person and relax in the sunshine for the evening, enjoy the delights of the gardens, and have your books signed by the authors after the event.

Can’t join us in-person? Turn the page from wherever you are! The event will be livestreamed, so you can settle in and watch online from the comfort of your home for just £20. Get your livestream tickets here.

For just £55 more, you can make a full day of it and linger longer in the gardens with a day pass – the perfect way to turn an unforgettable evening into a truly enchanting day.

See the phenomenal line-up so far here.

Event Timings:

5.00pm: Gates open for ticket holders

6.00-7.00pm: Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction shortlist readings begin

7.00-7:30pm: Interval

7:30-8:30pm: Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlist readings begin

8:30-9:00pm: Those with an in-person ticket will be able to get their books signed by the authors

Ticket Information 

All ticket bookers will be sent a confirmation email after purchasing. Once your order is confirmed, you’ll be sent a separate email containing a QR code. You will need this QR code to access the gardens on the day.