The Festival of Dangerous Ideas (FODI) is a global cultural event that encourages debate and critical thinking. 

Co-founded by The Ethics Centre and the Sydney Opera House in 2009, the festival aims to bring leading thinkers and culture creators from around Australia and the world to discuss and debate important issues.

The 2026 festival will expand its reach to 10 days, with events extending across major cultural institutions citywide, including the State Library of NSW and the University of NSW. The festival's theme for 2026 is 'Revelation', focusing on the biggest questions facing the world today.

For Tamworth, two sessions will be live steamed into the Tamworth Regional Gallery.

Governing in the Age of Stupid. // with Waleed Aly, Amy Remeikis, Greg Sheridan and Hannah Ferguson

Heresies // with Richard Flanigan

Tamworth Regional Gallery Saturday 22 August

10am-1.30pm
Arrive from 9.45am

Recommended for ages 16+ 

Presented by The Ethics Centre and JobLink Plus

The Tamworth Regional Gallery offers free and accessible parking - located behind the building, accessed via Peel or Hill St. 

If you have any questions about this event or any programming, please contact the friendly gallery staff.

gallery@tamworth.nsw.gov.au   Ph: 6767 5247