Join us for this one-of-a-kind opening event to celebrate the launch of the 2026 Footscray West Writers Fest!

Art forms merge, and words become performance in live collaborations between local writers and artists. Emilie Collyer + Martha Latham, Jinghua Qian + Chris Ferric, Maxine Beneba Clarke + Angie Hart, Thabani T. Tshuma + The Orbweavers, and Snuff Puppets. With food from Aheda's Kitchen.

Sponsored by Hop Nation and Athletes of Wine.

IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION

Please arrive 10 minutes early

Address: Footscray Drill Hall, 395 Barkly St, Footscray, VIC 3011

This venue is wheelchair accessible.

Entry

Front door faces Barkly St with doorbell on right side of door frame
Front door has one small step (no ramp)
During public events; main entry is via side carpark door with wheelchair ramp, this entry can also be used anytime

Transport

Train: West Footscray station (550m), Footscray station (1.4km)
Bus: Route 220 stops directly next door (15m), Routes 216 & 410 stop on nearby Gordon St (75m)
Bike: Bike parking next to carpark
Taxi/Rideshare: Can drop off directly in front.
Car: Limited street parking in area. Our carpark directly outside the entrance is reserved for Disabled Parking Pass holders only. There are about 100 free car parking spots at Whitten Oval carpark 150m west (brightly lit). Contact Front of House staff for escort to/from your car.

Bathrooms

Three gender-neutral toilets
One large accessible toilet with shower
Baby change table

Chill Out Space

Small room with sofas behind band stage

Carer Tickets

A support person accompanying a person with disability is entitled to free entry.

Please select one Carer / Support Person – Free ticket with the purchase of a paid ticket. A valid Victorian Carer Card or Australian Companion Card must be presented at entry.

One free support ticket per eligible attendee.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive experience for everyone. Please let us know any accessibility needs when registering for this event or send us a message.

Contact the host of Words Can Save the World