The Imaginairium, Canada’s Liveliest Literary Festival, returns Oct. 13 to 18, 2026, featuring 41 shows and a stellar lineup of 60 authors.
Check out the authors appearing at the 2026 Imaginairium: Superstars who personify the dazzling range of Canadian and international storytelling! And they are all the very best humans, which makes the opportunity for you to connect with each of them this fall even more magical.
Get your festival pass now for the best value and access to our most popular shows, such as The Way We… Wear and Literary Death Match.
Gain access to all regular festival events. You can reserve tickets in advance (subject to availability) or be admitted on a first come, first served basis at the door. This pass excludes enhanced and/or limited-capacity Imaginairium experiences (e.g. with a book-with-ticket, food or spirited beverage component), and shows occurring outside the fall festival program.