IW Story Festival
The IW Story Festival is back for 2027 at the Quays Arts Centre for the February Half Term.
About IW Story Festival
"The Isle of Wight Story Festival is a special place for children and families to have fun together; where we can all CREATE, INSPIRE and IMAGINE." - IW Story Festival
Over 3 days in February half-term, you can expect appearances by popular children's authors, storytelling and performances, and plenty of hands-on activities including movie make up, mask making, shadow puppet making and more!
The event will be held at the Quay Arts Centre in Newport, a perfect venue for all things creative. Event tickets will be available to buy online here or from Quay Arts Centre, they range from £3-£7pp (with free things to do too).
The festival celebrates story in many forms and is aimed at children aged 3-14. There is a fantastic range of inspiring authors this year, including Jamie Smart (of ‘Bunny vs.Monkey), Kieran Larwood (Podkin One-Ear series), Chitara Sounda as well as performances by the Treehouse Theatre.
Look out for more authors, performers and workshops to be releaved in the coming months!
Getting there
By car
Set your sat-nav for Quay Arts, 15 Sea Street, Newport Harbour, Isle of Wight PO30 5BD.
On foot
Southern Vectis run frequent connections to Newport from either East or West Cowes, just a short stroll from our ferry terminals.
Plan your journey on the Southern Vectis website.
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