This year’s festival sets sail from 20-23 November 2025 with a bold mix of poetry, performance, music and art in a sparkling celebration of words in all their forms including writing workshops and a free Development Day for writers.
With over 120 artists on board you can expect a packed weekend full of fresh voices, and stories and experiences that surprise, challenge and delight, all while capturing the messy, marvellous complexity of the world we share.
Each year, at the beginning of our festival, Push the Boat Out presents a free Development Day for writers. This year, it takes place at the Pleasance in Edinburgh on 21 November. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to make the next step into publishing and performance, our Development Day is here to offer practical advice and encouragement.
Browse the full festival programme and find out more about the Development Day here.