Tickets are now on sale for our 2026 Conference, Witches in Fairy Tales: Wise Women or Evil Enchanters?

When: August 15-16, 2026
Where: Arrow on Swanston, 488 Swanston Street, Carlton, VIC 3053
Join us here!  https://events.humanitix.com/afts-conference-2026
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Join us in Melbourne for two magical days exploring fairy tales from an Australian perspective. Our keynote speaker, internationally celebrated author, oracle deck creator and witch Lucy Cavendish, will make a rare appearance, and will be joined by acclaimed fairy tale writer Kate Forsyth and an eclectic selection of artists, authors, storytellers, musicians, psychologists, academics and fairy-tale lovers. 

There will be fun performances, thought-provoking presentations, fascinating panels and creative workshops, and lots of time to chat with like-minded people from around the country.

Pricing, excluding Humanitix booking fee:
Full weekend: $200 (member), $250 (non-member)
Saturday only: $130 (member), $170 (non-member)
Sunday only: $130 (member), $170 (non-member)

Times (yet to be confirmed as at May 31) include a 10am Saturday start and 5pm Sunday finish.
Program: Coming!