The support of our Patrons helps us invite world-leading writers and thinkers, discover and platform new voices and ensures Auckland Writers Festival | Waituhi o Tāmaki remains an unmissable highlight in Aotearoa New Zealand's annual arts calendar.
Become a Festival Patron - or GO BOLD and make a charitable donation that matches your base patronage, and show your extra commitment to the Festival.
Patronage is on an annual basis and runs from 1 November each year with payments made online either on an annual or quarterly basis.
Priority booking period prior to public on sale date and a dedicated (no fee) booking line *credit card fees apply
Discounted tickets
Two full-access lanyards without the need to book tickets (excludes catered events, nominated special events and workshops)
20 complimentary tickets of your choice to use or gift (excludes special events, catered events and workshops)
Invitation to the Festival Launch Preview
Invitation for two to attend the Festival Gala Night and opening party
Unlimited access to the Patrons’ Lounge during the Festival with complimentary refreshments
Front row seating at all ticketed events (excluding free events)
Acknowledgement of support in the programme, on the website and at the Festival
Invitation for two to attend a private event with writers in Festival week
Acknowledgement as a supporter of one specific writer event as negotiated
Opportunity to host writers during Festival week
Opportunity to attend private book signings with authors
Two complimentary tickets to attend our annual Festival lunch (with priority booking on the Festival Launch Preview night)
Access to an exclusive online Patrons’ Hub with AWF event information, exclusive content, the ability to manage payments and renewals, and provide feedback
Customised ticketing service
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GOLD LEVEL
$2,500 per annum
Priority booking period prior to public on sale date and a dedicated (no fee) booking line *credit card fees apply
Discounted tickets
One full-access lanyard without the need to book tickets (excludes catered events, nominated special events and workshops)
10 complimentary tickets of your choice to use or gift (excludes special events, catered eventsand workshops)
Invitation to the Festival Launch Preview
Invitation for two to attend the Festival Gala Night and opening party
Unlimited access to the Patrons’ Lounge during the Festival with complimentary refreshments
Front row seating at all ticketed events (excluding free events)
Acknowledgement of support in the programme, on the website and at the Festival
Invitation for two to attend a private event with writers in Festival week
Opportunity to attend private book signings with authors
Priority booking to attend our annual Festival lunch on the Festival Launch Preview night
Access to an exclusive online Patrons’ Hub with AWF event information, exclusive content, the ability to manage payments and renewals, and provide feedback
Customised ticketing service
Next Step…
SILVER LEVEL
$1,250 per annum
Priority booking period prior to public on sale date and a dedicated (no fee) booking line *credit card fees apply
Discounted tickets
5 complimentary tickets of your choice to use or gift (excludes special events, catered events and workshops)
Invitation to the Festival Launch Preview
Invitation for two to attend the Festival Gala Night and opening party
Access for two to the Patrons’ Lounge on Gala Night and on two other Festival days with complimentary refreshments
Front row seating at all ticketed events (excluding free events)
Acknowledgement of support in the programme, on the website and at the Festival
Opportunity to book to attend our annual Festival lunch (subject to availability)
Access to an exclusive online Patrons’ Hub with AWF event information, exclusive content, the ability to manage payments and renewals, and provide feedback
Next Step…
BRONZE LEVEL
$500 per annum
Priority booking period prior to public on sale date and a dedicated (no fee) booking line *credit card fees apply
Discounted tickets
An invitation to view the e-book on Festival LaunchPreview night
Access for two to the Patrons’ Lounge on Gala Night and on one other Festival day with complimentary refreshments
Front row seating at all ticketed events (excluding free events)
Acknowledgement of support in the programme, on the website and at the Festival
Opportunity to book to attend our annual Festival lunch (subject to availability)
Access to an exclusive online Patrons’ Hub with AWF event information, exclusive content, the ability to manage payments and renewals, and provide feedback
