BLUSSH ROMANCE FESTIVAL 2025

Opening Night and Literary Events Announced

Because life is better with a love story, the creators of Australia’s only festival dedicated to romance film and books is back in 2025 and this time is taking over Valentines. Blussh Romance Festival will be held Friday 14 and Saturday 15 February 2025 at Angelika Cinema, South City Square, Woolloongabba. 

Proudly sponsored by Romance Club, Queensland Government through Screen Queensland and Brisbane City Council, and partnering with numerous services within the South City Square precinct, Blussh Romance Festival invites the lovers, the dreamers, to enjoy a jam-packed weekend of author events, book signings, exclusive screenings and film makers sessions, markets, pop up stalls and poetry. 

Tickets for Opening Night Soiree and Film are released today and Blussh is thrilled to announce it will be screening the fourth instalment of Helen Fielding’s Bridget, with Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy. It will be the Valentine’s event on everyone’s lips. Bring your valentine, Galantines, bestie, or your sweet self, to an evening filled with romance, sparkle, and plenty of bubbly. Guests are invited to be papped on the pink carpet, sip on Blussh-inspired cocktails and savour mouthwatering canapés at the exclusive Blussh Opening Night Soirée at the stunning Angelika Cinema foyer, South/City/SQ.

Blussh Romance Festival is a celebration of love and romance, bringing together everything we love: romance novels, swoon-worthy films, and unforgettable moments shared with amazing people. Its about and for the romance community. 

Early bird tickets to Opening Night Soiree+ Film and literary Events on sale now! Book here. 

Blussh Romance Festival Director, Sue-Anne Chapman said,

“More romance films are being made, and romance books being written, in Brisbane than anywhere else in Australia. And this is how Blussh Romance Festival was born – a super fun event to showcase these wonderful stories and provide audiences with an opportunity to come together with like-minded romance film and book enthusiasts”.

CEO of Screen Queensland Jacqui Feeney said,

“Screen Queensland is proud to partner with Blussh through our Screen Culture Fund, which supports events contributing to the growth and success of Queensland’s screen industry by engaging audiences across a variety of genres.

The sunshine state has emerged as the romance film capital of Australia in recent years, and through its bold and colourful vision, Blussh provides a unique festival format that gets to the heart of romance film production in Queensland. Over three days, the festival will explore the vital collaboration between authors, screenwriters and filmmakers, while championing the creation of fresh, locally made films for a genre adored by millions of viewers around the world.”

Brisbane City Council provides sponsorship for a wide variety of events, initiatives and projects that make Brisbane a great place to live, work and do business. Blussh is the perfect blend of innovative and curated experiences that play a pivotal role in fostering creativity, promoting cultural exchange, and celebrating the universal theme of love. Romance, as a genre, holds a special place in the hearts of audiences worldwide. It transcends boundaries of age, gender, and culture, weaving narratives that resonate deeply with the human experience. By delivering a dedicated festival that showcases romance in both literary and cinematic forms, Blussh is providing a platform for storytellers to share their tales of love and passion with a diverse but connected audience. Such events not only celebrate the work of talented authors and filmmakers but also encourage dialogue and engagement among attendees, fostering a sense of community and connection.

Early Bird Tickets

You CAN buy love, so this Christmas purchase an experience for your loves with early bird tickets to the only Valentine’s event worth your time and dime. Early bird on sale until 31 December 2024.

The complete program of Blussh Romance Festival film events and ticket sales will be released Tuesday 28 January 2025.