Start half-term in style at Norwich Book Festival

We've got plenty to keep the children entertained, whether they're little ones with a favourite picture book, learning to read, independent readers, or young adults. Our family programme is designed to bring books to life, spark imaginations, and encourage creativity!

Over the weekend, we have events galore - including The Imaginarium and our First Story Bus, which is jampacked full of free family fun for everyone to enjoy. Come along on Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 for live storytelling, interactive theatre, drawing and book creation, and much more!

Free Events

The Imaginarium and our First Story Bus have lots for all ages, from dream theatres, to comic-book creation!

Workshops

Crafty activities designed for kids - from creating creatures to characters!

Events for Kids

From fantasy adventures to detective stories to live drawing, there's plenty for children of all ages - we've got amazing picture book authors and illustrators, interactive live poetry, and more!

Events for Young Adult Readers

Got a teenager who loves to read? As well as our programme of adult events, we've got two fantastic young adult events, including Lauren (Wren) James with her new book that explores fame, fandom and obsessions, and former Children's Laureate Joseph Coelho.