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Sundial Weekend

20 and 21 March 2027 / Harbourside Hall, Example Quay

A poster-style illustration of a sundial sun over blue waves
days
2
stages
3
speakers and performers
24
kitchens
8

A weekend for curious people

Sundial Weekend is a small festival of talks, workshops, live music and very good food, held every March in an old harbour hall.

Come for one day or both. Sit in on a talk you have never heard of. Make something in a workshop. Eat lunch with strangers who will not be strangers by Sunday.

Some of the people on stage

A taste of the line-up. See everyone on the speakers page.

  • Illustrated portrait of Amara Nwosu

    Amara Nwosu

    Opening keynote

    On designing for joy, not just for use.

  • Illustrated portrait of Luca Brandt

    Luca Brandt

    Saturday, Main Stage

    Why every town needs a repair cafe.

  • Illustrated portrait of Kofi Adeyemi

    Kofi Adeyemi

    Sunday, Main Stage

    A live set built from harbour recordings.

  • Illustrated portrait of Elena Voss

    Elena Voss

    Workshop Barn

    Bookbinding for people who think they cannot.

Tickets

Early prices until 31 January. All prices are invented for this demo.

  • Day pass

    $45one day

    Saturday or Sunday, all talks and music.

    • Every stage, one day
    • Lunch voucher

    Choose a day

  • Recommended

    Weekend pass

    $75two days

    The whole thing, start to finish.

    • Every stage, both days
    • Two lunch vouchers
    • Closing party

    Get the weekend

  • Weekend plus workshops

    $120two days

    For people who like to make things.

    • Everything in the weekend pass
    • Three workshop places
    • Materials included

    Get the full pass

With thanks to our made-up sponsors

  • Harbourline
  • Saltmarsh Coffee
  • Oarlock
  • Driftwood Audio
  • Tidemark Bank
  • Lanternworks
  • Pebble and Pine
  • Quay Brewing

Good questions

Can I come for just one day?

Yes. Day passes cover either Saturday or Sunday.

Is the venue step-free?

The hall, the barn and the food court are all step-free, and the quiet room has seats and low light. Tell us about anything else you need.

Will talks be recorded?

Main Stage talks are recorded and shared two weeks later. Workshops are not.

What if it rains?

Everything except the market is indoors. Bring a coat for the walk between buildings.

See you by the water

Early prices end on 31 January.

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