Join us for Fulham Pier’s first ever Children’s Literature Festival on 26th and 27th September, celebrating the joy of storytelling and the love of reading.
Enjoy a magical weekend filled with activities, interactive experiences and live readings from our local heroes to some of your favourite bedtime stories. With a programme designed for children aged 1-12 years old, there will be something to spark every imagination, from first tales to new adventures.
Bring the family along for a celebration of books, creativity and the wonderful world of stories by the riverside.
Find the digital programme here.
Full Schedule:
10am – 10.45am: Rubble, rescue dogs and a mission to save the day!
Join Lucy Macleod, London Fire Brigade’s Borough Commander for Hammersmith and Fulham and author of the Lucy and Blue books, for a lively reading of Rescue, Rubble and Rewards. Inspired by real-life rescue work, the story follows firefighter Lucy, wellbeing dog, Blue and a team of specialists responding when a building collapses. Discover how search dogs, drones, teamwork and kindness all play their part and why some heroes smell of biscuits.
Free to attend
10am – 10.45am: Baby Broadway
Baby Broadway is a lively, interactive concert experience for the whole family, featuring songs from classic musicals and films performed by talented West End singers.
Designed with both young children and adults in mind, the show creates a relaxed, welcoming space where little ones can move freely, join in, and play as they listen. Bubbles, charming puppetry, and simple actions and dance moves keep children engaged, while grown-ups can enjoy an uplifting singalong filled with timeless tunes.
Book tickets here
11.00am – 12.45pm: The Scruffapillar Live on Stage
Join us for a magical musical adventure as Chickenshed’s Tales from the Shed team bring J.D. Okoro’s beloved children’s book to life, with an original score by Kenny Forrest. Through music, puppetry, rhyme and movement, follow a confident little caterpillar with a big secret as he meets a colourful cast of quirky characters along the way. Get ready to sing, move and join in.
Book tickets here
11.15am – 12pm: Kitty & Carter's Fulham Adventure with Ed Vanson
Join Kitty and Carter, two young tour guides, as they take readers on an adventure; discover fascinating facts, hear stories and explore the people, places and moments that make Fulham FC so special with Stadium Tour manager and author Ed Vanson. This book has been designed to be an easy, informative and interactive introduction to life as a Fulham fan.
Free to attend
12pm – 1pm: Family Mindfulness with Little Tweaks
Give little minds a moment of calm with our fun and engaging family mindfulness session. Through simple breathing exercises, creative activities, and grounding techniques, children will learn how to relax, focus, and build emotional resilience in a playful, supportive environment. Little Tweaks is a mindful, story-led experience for children and parents designed and delivered by Laura Reilly. A perfect way to introduce wellness and positivity to young explorers.
Free to attend
1pm – 2pm: Manga Masterclass with Rich T
Come along and learn to draw your very own manga character with local manga artist Rich T. Suitable for complete beginners, this hour-long session will show you how you can create a manga character from zero using the power of your imagination. All materials are provided, all you need to bring is yourself. Designed for ages 9+
Book tickets here
2pm – 3pm: The Icecream Crocodile with Mariesa Dulak
Roll up, roll up! Join award-winning author Mariesa Dulak for a croc-tastic interactive story time of The Ice Cream Crocodile, filled with animal actions, games, dance-along, dress up and a Q&A.
Book tickets here
3pm – 4pm: Together Street with Clare Helen Welsh
A lively, interactive event where children join Ash as he shows new neighbour, Nell, around Together Street. Through story, games and song, they'll explore what it feels like to be new, what makes a community, and how small acts of kindness matter. Children then create their own street, which can grow into a shared piece of art.
Free to attend
3.30pm – 5pm: Family Film Club
Come along for a relaxed family film screening, inspired by a much loved children's book. A welcoming space for families to enjoy a favourite story together; with children free to move, chat and take in the film in their own way without the expectations of a traditional cinema setting.
Free to attend
T&Cs: Events are subject to change, Bookings are subject to availability. Free events are on a first come first served basis.
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Why not join us for some food and drink before, during, or after? You’ll find casual bites and drinks in Riverside Market, from burgers, to Middle Eastern, Pizza to Cocktails and Taco's. And if you’re looking for something more refined, why not book a table at Constance, our seasonal, modern British Brasserie by Adam Byatt.