Our 24-hour celebration of books, culture and community will be held next Friday 14 and Saturday 15 November and tickets are selling fast!
This year's program of events includes political discussions, intimate literary salons, a cheesemaking class, and the announcement of The Readings Prize winners.
Buy a ticket for one of our A Day in Carlton paid events before 11.59pm on Monday 10 November, and you'll be automatically entered into the draw to win a pack of books from featured authors. Titles include Gravity Let Me Go by Trent Dalton, Shutter City by Robyn Annear, Tenderfoot by Toni Jordon, plus the four winners of the 2025 Readings Prizes.
Competition closes 11.59pm on Monday 10 November and only the winner will be notified.
Celebrate the winners of The Readings Prizes 2025!
As part of the A Day in Carlton celebrations we'll be revealing the winners of The Readings Prizes for Children, Young Adult and New Australian Fiction, as well as the announcement of The Gab Williams Prize winner for 2025. If you haven't discovered the brilliant books on each of our shortlists, this is your last chance to take advantage of our special-priced Shortlist Packs.
You can join us for the Readings Prize announcement by booking your free ticket here.
Special offer on Whitefella Yella Tree
Following an acclaimed season at Sydney Theatre Company, don’t miss the tender and poignant Whitefella Yella Tree in Melbourne, playing for just four performances from 13 November.
Add this hit show to your A Day in Carlton schedule with $50 tickets!
Simply book using this link to access this special offer. Limited availability. Ticketmaster transaction fees apply.
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