Join us at Capital Crime 2027

More bestsellers than your bookshelves! Join us on Friday 28 May - Sunday 30 May 2027 for London’s biggest celebration of crime and thriller. Meet over 80 renowned authors and field experts for a spectacular three-day festival with 30+ events.  

Located at the historic Brewery London on Chiswell Street, Capital Crime 2027 brings together your favourite crime and thriller writers in an exceptional new setting. With more authors, more books and expanded event spaces, you’ll enjoy unprecedented access to the stories and secrets behind the world’s most gripping fiction.

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Panel discussion at the Capital Crime festival featuring authors, with a large screen in the background displaying names and images of the speakers. A banner with "Step into the Crime Scene" is visible.
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A display of mystery and thriller books with titles including 'The Silent Man,' 'The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers,' 'Bad Cop,' and 'Seven Days.' The books are arranged vertically on a table with colorful covers visible.
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Four authors sitting on stage at a panel discussion during Capital Crime 2025, with a large screen behind them showing the event name and year.
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Why Join Us?

Experience exclusive crime and thriller talks & engaging panel events

With gameshows, headline events where industry giants reveal all & entertaining panel discussions that cover the versatility of your favourite genre!

Meet your favourite crime & thriller writers

Over 100 authors & industry leaders under one roof, 3 days of more than 30 events where you can see your favourite authors on stage before meeting them afterwards at their book signing!

Join a community of crime & thriller authors, readers & fans

Mingle with your favourite authors and fellow crime & thriller enthusiasts. Coming along? Chat to one of our friendly volunteers who will introduce you to anyone you’d like to meet!

Plus get access to exclusive discounts in the Goldsboro Books on-site festival bookshop, goody bags, proof giveaways, launch parties & much more!

  • "Loved the event, the audience, the ambience - such a top-notch festival - kudos to you and all the staff!"

    Ian Rankin

  • "Last year I said Capital Crime was the best festival I'd ever been to, apologies I was wrong, this year's has been the best festival I've ever been to @CapitalCrime1 #CapitalCrime2024

    Andy Wormald

  • "What a fantastic weekend. Everyone who make this happen..you are all legends. Thank you 🙏🥰👍📚"

    TM Payne

  • "Thank you @DavidHHeadley, @LizzeiCurle and all of the fantastic team. Had a fabulous time at #CapitalCrime24! Looking forward to next year already! 😁😁😁👍"

    Amer Anwar

  • "What a great weekend at Capital Crime. So many lovely people, so many lovely books. Thank you @DavidHHeadley @CapitalCrime1

    Cailey Barker

  • "My day at @CapitalCrime1 was a good one. Made the most of it by catching as many brilliant panels as we could, and they were all superb. Looking forward to next year where we really do need to make it a full weekender. #books #booktwitter #capitalcrime2024 #booklove"

    Jen Lucas

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🚨Event spotlight:🚨 Based on a True Story? When facts inform fiction, and when lies are chosen to be believed with Jo Spain, Olivier Norek and Madeleine Pelling moderated by Edel Coffey Final day, weekend and individual event tickets now on sale at
🗡️ Scripted for Suspense Crafting killer stories fit for the screen with Chris Lang & M J Arlidge & Remi Kone with moderator Tim Sullivan See this and over 30 more incredible events, only at Capital Crime Festival in London in just a few w
🚨What’s so funny about crime fiction? Veronika Dapunt, David Fennell, J.D. Brinkworth in conversation with Fergus Craig about the growing appeal of crime fiction delivered with a punch line. See this and over 30 more incredible events, only a
🚨There’s No Place Like Home 🚨 Catriona Ward, Andi Osho and J P Delaney in conversation with Rosa Silverman about the true cost of finding a place to lay your head, and how - in the world of crime fiction - safety is just an illusion. See thi
Final warning! 🚨⚠️ Voting for the Fingerprint Awards closes TONIGHT at 12! Cast your vote and help decide this year’s winners, who will be revealed on Thursday 18th June at Capital Crime Festival. Vote now: capitalcrime.org/fingerprint-awards
Crimes of Passion 🗡️ Leodora Darlington, L M Chilton and Yemi Dipeolu discuss the growing popularity of messy relationships taking a deadly turn in crime fiction with Tanya Sweeney. See this and over 30 more incredible events, only at Capital Crime
These places are going to kill us! From glamorous hotels and manor houses, to crime fiction festivals Alessandra Ranelli, E. C. Nevin, Robin Brookes and participating moderator Stephanie Bramwell-Lawes discuss why amateur detectives work best in loc
🚨EVENT HIGHLIGHT 🚨 Made Under Pressure: Who We Become In A Crisis. Psychological thrillers exploring the wrongly accused, crime shaping identity and the consequences of our actions with Nilesha Chauvet, Patrick Worrall, Matilda Wilding in conversat