THE 2026 BOOKER BOOK CLUB

Mon, 2nd Nov 2026 06:00 pm - 01:00 am

Brunswick Ballroom, 314 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056

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DOORS 6.00PM // KITCHEN OPENS 6.00PM // SHOW STARTS 8.00PM Julian Barnes once famously described the Booker Prize as "posh bingo" and, while your mileage may vary, it remains the one literary award that consistently inspires reading lists and rampant speculation, not to mention sales. So a week before the 2026 winner is announced, for one night only in the Brunswick Ballroom, Australia's favourite book clubbers invite you to join to thrash out the highs and lows of the six books on this year's shortlist. The End of Everything by M. John Harrison The Disappearers by Marlon James Black Bag by Luke Kennard May We Feed the King by Rebecca Perry The Things We Never Say by Elizabeth Strout John of John by Douglas Stuart ABC bookclub favourites Marieke Hardy and Jason Steger will be joined by celebrated author Tony Birch and host Michael Williams to dissect, disagree and throw the floor open for your bookclub to come and share your views. Pick your favourites, complain about the oversights, and mull over the trends and judges' peccadillos, all over a comradely drink. TICKETING INFO Please have a digital or printed copy of your ticket ready on arrival along with a valid photo ID. Acceptable ID includes a current and valid Australian Photo Drivers Licence, State Approved ‘Proof of Age’ card or Passport. The Brunswick Ballroom strives to improve our practices when it comes to sustainability and to reduce our carbon footprint. We don’t sell or provide plastic water bottles. VENUE INFO THE BALLROOM MENU You can view the delicious offerings available by clicking here. Please note, offerings available may vary per show. ACCESSIBILITY The Brunswick Ballroom is Accessible. The Brunswick Ballroom has made significant improvements to accessibility by installing an Acorn Chairlift. (Model: New Acorn Indoor 180 Curved Stairlift.) Companion Tickets Accepted Accessible Seating can be purchased by entering this code before selecting your tickets: BBACCESS26 Accessible Seating ensures a reserved seat for both you and your companion. Premium Accessible Seating ensures a reserved table and includes one complimentary meal for both you and your companion from our menu. Companion tickets must be valid and will be checked upon entry into the venue. VENUE FAQS To find out more about the venue, FAQs can be viewed by clicking here.