The philanthropic 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.
It’s easy to join. Here’s how.
By credit card:
Choose your level of investment by clicking on the relevant tier below to sign-up and pay online.
Online payments allow for either one up-front OR four quarterly instalments from 1 November annually. Note that platform processing fees of 3.5% apply.
By online banking:
Direct credit our bank account 38-9011-0321070-00. Note that there are no processing fees for this option. Payment is made annually in one instalment on 1 November.
Bold Level Patronage
A donation equal to your selected Patronage and acknowledged in BOLD in our Patron listings online and in print.
DONATIONS
If you would like to make a general donation to support the Festival or contribute to a particular educational or literary initiative or project, please click here, phone 09 376 8074 or email info@writersfestival.co.nz. We’d love to hear from you.
Thank you for your generous investment in delivering a world-class Festival of books and ideas. We look forward to welcoming you as you take your seat in the front row.
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 (18 general and 2 feature events) to use or gift (excludes catered events, nominated special events and workshops)
Invitation to the Festival Launch Preview
Invitation for two to attend the Festival Gala Night and opening party
Unlimited access for two 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
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
Next Step…
GOLD LEVEL
$2,750 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 (8 general and 2 feature events) to use or gift (excludes catered events, nominated special events and workshops)
Invitation to the Festival Launch Preview
Invitation for two to attend the Festival Gala Night and opening party
Unlimited access for two 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
Opportunity to attend private book signings with authors
Priority booking to attend our annual Festival lunch on the Festival Launch Preview night
Early notification of AWF event information and exclusive content
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 (3 general and 2 feature events) of your choice to use or gift (excludes catered events, nominated special 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 attend private book signings with authors
Opportunity to book to attend our annual Festival lunch (subject to availability)
Early notification of AWF event information and exclusive content
Next Step…
BRONZE LEVEL
$550 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 attend private book signings with authors
Opportunity to book to attend our annual Festival lunch (subject to availability)
Early notification of AWF event information and exclusive content
