Word Festival
Word Festival is a unique cultural experience where we celebrate the power of words through inspiring talks, thought-provoking presentations, and engaging debates – right in the heart of Odense, during three days full of presence and insight.
Three days of celebrating words
Word Festival brings people together to listen, reflect, and talk.
For three days, the city center of Odense transforms into a vibrant stage for talks, debates, and readings, where society, culture, and knowledge unfold through lively conversations. Here, we slow down and make space for immersion, new perspectives, and genuine connection – a rare luxury in today’s fast-paced world.
Experience a wide range of compelling speakers
Meet authors, journalists, artists, researchers, and passionate individuals – all whose words resonate. Some guests dive deep into their areas of interest and leave with new perspectives. Others explore unfamiliar topics and broaden their horizons. Still others combine knowledge and entertainment, enjoying a weekend full of insight, humor, and fresh viewpoints.
Word Festival invites meaningful conversations and shared moments with fellow festivalgoers – between sessions, in conversations afterward, and amid the city’s vibrant winter atmosphere.
A city alive with words
Events take place in the heart of Odense – at venues such as Odeon, the Concert Hall, Brandts, Kulturmaskinen, and Teater Momentum. Everything is within walking distance, and the city is full of cafés and meeting spots that help extend the festival vibe.
Odense Train Station is just a short walk from most venues, with excellent connections by train, bus, and car from all over Denmark.