Blinking cursor on a blank document mocking you?
Immerse yourself among other wordsmiths at the debut Riyadh English language writers conference to beat the creativity block.
Helmed by the visionary Writers in Riyadh, the event will be led by authors and is for budding authors.
The two-day literary festival will feature hands-on workshops, panels, keynote talks, and publisher meetings.
So get ready to network and rub elbows with fellow writers, editors, and publishing professionals.
Here is everything to know about the upcoming conference.
Riyadh English language writers conference 2026
For the first time ever, Riyadh is hosting a writers’ conference that puts storytellers front and center. The Riyadh Writers Conference brings novelists, poets, editors, educators, and publishing pros together to celebrate stories, spark connections, and open real pathways to getting published. Designed by writers for writers, it supports every step of the journey, from that intimidating blank page all the way to seeing your book in print.
The event also supports Saudi Vision 2030 by the cultural ecosystem of the Kingdom. It empowers storytellers, strengthening the Kingdom’s literary and creative landscape,
Riyadh English language writers conference location
The conference will be taking over the brand-new Al Waha campus of the British International School.
Riyadh English language writers conference dates
The writers will be congregating from Friday, February 6 to Saturday, February 7. There will also be a pre-event mixer on Wednesday, February 4 at the ever hoppin’ and boppin’ Beast House.
Riyadh English language writers conference tickets
Tickets for the conference have gone live on eventbrite.com starting from USD100. You can get a bundle for both days at the low-low price of USD140.
What to expect at the Riyadh English language writers conference
The two day Riyadh Writers Conference blends the calm of a creative retreat with the energy of a publishing bootcamp, packed with workshops, panels, keynotes, and chances to meet publishers.
Day one dives into writing craft and confidence, led by Abdul Ghafoor Danish’s keynote on storytelling and sessions that help writers find their voice and shape stronger stories, while day two shifts gears to the business side, covering marketing, branding, editing, and publishing pathways.
With an international lineup of speakers and a focus on inclusive, cross cultural storytelling, attendees leave with real skills, industry insight, valuable feedback, and access to a vibrant community of around 600 fellow writers and creatives.
February in Riyadh
Happen to be in Riyadh during the second month of the year? You can watch the swinging action of LIV Golf across pristine greens before dancing it out to international performers. It is also when Ramadan will begin and the mosque guidelines have been released to help you make the most of the shortened nights.
From USD100. Fri Feb 6-Sat Feb 7. British International School Riyadh, Al Waha, eventbrite.com.
* Destination Riyadh is a media partner with the Riyadh Writers Conference 2026.
