Hay Festival Forum Dallas - Day & Weekend Passes (16–18 Oct)
How to Experience Hay Festival Dallas: A Weekend Full of cultural activities in Bishop Arts
There are many ways to enjoy the festival — from popping into a single event to spending the whole weekend immersed in literature, music, and conversation.
Free activities
Some festival events are completely free. All you need to do is RSVP to reserve your spot, then show up and enjoy.
Includes: select talks, readings, and performances across the Bishop Arts District.
How to join: RSVP online on the event you want to attend from the program — no ticket purchase required.
Ticketed events
Some of our headline panels, talks, and performances require a ticket.
Includes: featured conversations with guest authors, concerts, and special performances.
How to join: Select the event you want to attend from the program and simply purchase your ticket for it.
Day Passes
The Hay Festival Dallas Day Pass gives you access to all ticketed and free events plus food and drinks for a single day, so you can attend any panel, talk, or performance that interests you.
Includes:
All ticketed and free events on that day
Perfect for: those who want the full festival experience in one day without juggling multiple tickets.
Weekend Pass
Experience the complete Hay Festival Forum Dallas weekend with one pass and two options
Your Weekend Pass includes:
- Access to all festival events from Friday through Sunday
- Preferential entry to every event
- Guaranteed admission to sold-out events
- Festival hospitality at The Wild Detectives, with a selection of drinks available to passholders throughout the weekend
Perfect for: those who want the full experience for the entire weekend: tickets + hospitality.
Your Festival Pass includes:
- Access to all festival events from Friday through Sunday
Perfect for: those who want to immerse themselves in the entire weekend without worrying about separate tickets.