

We’ve got a jam-packed, two week programme full of free events and activities for everyone to enjoy!
We have events, author talks, and activities for you to enjoy, culminating in our Authors and Small Publisher’s Fair.
Use the tabs above to explore the Festival.
You can also download the PDF Booklet.

February is also Sign Up Month!
Click the link to find out more, or sign up here.
Upcoming Events
Wellbeing Activities and Events
Go for a walk with one of our short listens, get out and about in Bath with our scavenger hunt, or read guest articles from two local authors.
Come to a wellbeing drop-in with our partners, an introduction to libraries for SEND families or Parent Carer Forum drop-in, and more!
Online Activities
Events
Livewell and Partners SEND Drop-in
Speak to the team and local partners about services in B&NES. Meet partners including Live Well B&NES and SENDIAS and find out more about the library’s SEND resources.
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Neurodiverse Processing: an introduction
Understand more about people who are autistic, have ADHD and other neurodiverse conditionsFREE EVENTNeurodiverse Processing: an introductionWorkshop with Bath Parent Carer Forum where you will understand more about people who […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Livewell Adult Wellbeing Drop-In
Speak to the team about services in B&NES.Speak to the Livewell team about services in B&NES.
Bath, BA1 1JQ GB
Livewell and Partners Adult Wellbeing Drop-In
Speak to the team and local partners about services in B&NES.Speak to the Livewell team about services in B&NES. Also joining them will be Bath Mind, BEMSCA, B&NES Home Library […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.LIbrary introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Livewell and B&NES Parent Carer Forum Drop-in
Speak to the teams about services around B&NES.Livewell and B&NES Parent Carer Forum Drop-in.Speak to the teams about services around B&NES.
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.LIbrary introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.LIbrary introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.LIbrary introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Adult’s Activities and Events
Get reading recommendations from local authors, see our We Love Libraries booklist, try your hand at our quiz or scavenger hunt and read guest articles from local authors!
From creative writing workshops to afternoon tea with authors, find out about our library collections or have board game fun; there’s something for every interest!
Online Activities
Events
It Had a Blue Cover
Let us reunite you with lost book titles! This free service is part of our Festival of Libraries. People flock in, nevertheless, in search of answers to those questions only […]
Creative Writing Workshop
For new writers and writing for wellbeingFREE EVENT!For new writers and writing for wellbeing.Suitable for adults aged 16+.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Avon Fire and Rescue Service Workshop
Learn about fire safety in the homeBook a place on this workshop where you will meet staff from Avon Fire and Rescue Service and learn about fire safety in the […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
What is Libraries at Home?
Our coordinators and Volunteers chat about our Libraries at Home Service and volunteering opportunitiesThis free event is part of our Festival of Libraries and needs to be booked.Ever wondered what […]
Afternoon Tea with May Ellis
Join us for an afternoon tea with May Ellis, local author of Clarks Factory Girls.FREE EVENT.Join us for an afternoon tea with May Ellis, local author of Clarks Factory Girls.Refreshments […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Afternoon Tea with Jen Faulkner
Join us for an afternoon tea with Jen Faulkner, local author of Keep Her Safe FREE EVENT Join us for an afternoon tea with Jen Faulkner, local author of Keep […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Crime Writing and Other Stories with Rachel Ward
Join Rachel Ward to explore the essential elements of a good cozy mystery.FREE EVENTCrime Writing and Other Stories (45 mins talk, plus 15 mins for questions)Will cover:· A bit about […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Creative Writing Workshop
For new writers and writing for wellbeing.FREE EVENT!For new writers and writing for wellbeing.Suitable for adults aged 16+.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Murder Most Cozy
A Practical Workshop for Crime WritersMurder Most Cozy – A Practical Workshop for Crime WritersWorkshop (90 mins, including writing exercises)Cozy crime is having a moment in the UK. Think Richard […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Collections Showcase
Come and learn about our rare and reference collections.FREE EVENT!A show and tell of our rarely seen collections.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Board Game Fun!
Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts Board Game Fun! Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts. We’ll provide the games!
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Collections Showcase
Come and learn about our rare and reference collections.FREE EVENT!A show and tell of our rarely seen collections.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Board Game Fun!
Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts Board Game Fun! Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts. We’ll provide the games!
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Library Collections Showcase
Come and learn about our rare and reference collections.FREE EVENT!A show and tell of our rarely seen collections, with an added look behind the scenes.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Board Game Fun!
Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts Board Game Fun! Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts. We’ll provide the games!
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Authors and Small Publishers Fair
Meet a fantastic group of local authors selling their books. We’ll have children’s, teen, adult and local interest authors all at Bath Central Library. Click here to read about the […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Creative Writing Workshop
For new writers and writing for wellbeingFREE EVENT!For new writers and writing for wellbeing.Suitable for adults aged 16+.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Kid’s Activities and Events
‘We Love Libraries’ reading recommendations and a special kid’s book quiz!
Minny Stinker theatre shows, board game fun and special storytimes!
Online Activities
Events
Under The Sea Storytime and Craft Activity
Drop-in to Timsbury Community Library for a story and some crafting! Drop-in to Timsbury Community Library for a story and some crafting! Suitable for children of any age.
Timsbury, BA2 0JJ GB
Minny Stynker Theatre Show
An unmissable theatre experience for the whole family.FREE EVENT!Minny Stynker – A Soap Soup Theatre Company Production aimed at children aged 3-8years.What would you do if you moved to a […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Minny Stynker Theatre Show
An unmissable theatre experience for the whole family.FREE EVENT!Minny Stynker – A Soap Soup Theatre Company Production aimed at children aged 3-8years.What would you do if you moved to a […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Midsomer Norton Library.This is a drop in event.Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Midsomer Norton Library.Suitable for parents […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Story Rhyme and Colouring Time
Drop-in to Paulton Community Library for story fun and colouring! Free drop in Storytime session at Paulton Library. Suitable for parents and carers with children under 5 years old.
Paulton, BS39 7QG GB
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Keynsham Library.This is a drop in event.Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Keynsham Library.Suitable for parents and carers […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Storytime at Bath Central Library
Free, drop in Storytime session at Bath Central Library. Suitable for parents and carers with children aged 0 – 5 years.Free, drop in Storytime session at Bath Central Library.Hear old […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Bath Central LibraryThis is a drop in event.Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Bath Central Library.Suitable for parents […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Storytime at Midsomer Norton Library
Free, drop in Storytime session at Midsomer Norton Library. Suitable for parents and carers with children aged 0 – 5 years.Free, drop in Storytime session at Midsomer Norton Library.Hear old […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Storytime at Keynsham Library
Free, drop in Storytime session at Keynsham Library. Suitable for parents and carers with children aged 0 – 5 yearsFree, drop in Storytime session at Keynsham Library. Hear old favourites […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Minny Stynker Theatre Show
An unmissable theatre experience for the whole family.FREE EVENT!Minny Stynker – A Soap Soup Theatre Company Production aimed at children aged 3-8years.What would you do if you moved to a […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Board Game Fun!
Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts Board Game Fun! Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts. We’ll provide the games!
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Board Game Fun!
Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts Board Game Fun! Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts. We’ll provide the games!
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Board Game Fun!
Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts Board Game Fun! Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts. We’ll provide the games!
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Our Partner Events
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team PLUS partners.
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Visit our Calendar for all groups and events, or see the Festival Events below.
It Had a Blue Cover
Let us reunite you with lost book titles! This free service is part of our Festival of Libraries. People flock in, nevertheless, in search of answers to those questions only […]
Under The Sea Storytime and Craft Activity
Drop-in to Timsbury Community Library for a story and some crafting! Drop-in to Timsbury Community Library for a story and some crafting! Suitable for children of any age.
Timsbury, BA2 0JJ GB
Minny Stynker Theatre Show
An unmissable theatre experience for the whole family.FREE EVENT!Minny Stynker – A Soap Soup Theatre Company Production aimed at children aged 3-8years.What would you do if you moved to a […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Creative Writing Workshop
For new writers and writing for wellbeingFREE EVENT!For new writers and writing for wellbeing.Suitable for adults aged 16+.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Minny Stynker Theatre Show
An unmissable theatre experience for the whole family.FREE EVENT!Minny Stynker – A Soap Soup Theatre Company Production aimed at children aged 3-8years.What would you do if you moved to a […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Livewell and Partners SEND Drop-in
Speak to the team and local partners about services in B&NES. Meet partners including Live Well B&NES and SENDIAS and find out more about the library’s SEND resources.
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Midsomer Norton Library.This is a drop in event.Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Midsomer Norton Library.Suitable for parents […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Neurodiverse Processing: an introduction
Understand more about people who are autistic, have ADHD and other neurodiverse conditionsFREE EVENTNeurodiverse Processing: an introductionWorkshop with Bath Parent Carer Forum where you will understand more about people who […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Livewell Adult Wellbeing Drop-In
Speak to the team about services in B&NES.Speak to the Livewell team about services in B&NES.
Bath, BA1 1JQ GB
Story Rhyme and Colouring Time
Drop-in to Paulton Community Library for story fun and colouring! Free drop in Storytime session at Paulton Library. Suitable for parents and carers with children under 5 years old.
Paulton, BS39 7QG GB
Avon Fire and Rescue Service Workshop
Learn about fire safety in the homeBook a place on this workshop where you will meet staff from Avon Fire and Rescue Service and learn about fire safety in the […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Keynsham Library.This is a drop in event.Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Keynsham Library.Suitable for parents and carers […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Storytime at Bath Central Library
Free, drop in Storytime session at Bath Central Library. Suitable for parents and carers with children aged 0 – 5 years.Free, drop in Storytime session at Bath Central Library.Hear old […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Livewell and Partners Adult Wellbeing Drop-In
Speak to the team and local partners about services in B&NES.Speak to the Livewell team about services in B&NES. Also joining them will be Bath Mind, BEMSCA, B&NES Home Library […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
What is Libraries at Home?
Our coordinators and Volunteers chat about our Libraries at Home Service and volunteering opportunitiesThis free event is part of our Festival of Libraries and needs to be booked.Ever wondered what […]
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Baby Bounce and Rhyme
Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Bath Central LibraryThis is a drop in event.Free, drop in Baby Bounce and Rhyme Session at Bath Central Library.Suitable for parents […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Storytime at Midsomer Norton Library
Free, drop in Storytime session at Midsomer Norton Library. Suitable for parents and carers with children aged 0 – 5 years.Free, drop in Storytime session at Midsomer Norton Library.Hear old […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Storytime at Keynsham Library
Free, drop in Storytime session at Keynsham Library. Suitable for parents and carers with children aged 0 – 5 yearsFree, drop in Storytime session at Keynsham Library. Hear old favourites […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Minny Stynker Theatre Show
An unmissable theatre experience for the whole family.FREE EVENT!Minny Stynker – A Soap Soup Theatre Company Production aimed at children aged 3-8years.What would you do if you moved to a […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Afternoon Tea with May Ellis
Join us for an afternoon tea with May Ellis, local author of Clarks Factory Girls.FREE EVENT.Join us for an afternoon tea with May Ellis, local author of Clarks Factory Girls.Refreshments […]
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Afternoon Tea with Jen Faulkner
Join us for an afternoon tea with Jen Faulkner, local author of Keep Her Safe FREE EVENT Join us for an afternoon tea with Jen Faulkner, local author of Keep […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Crime Writing and Other Stories with Rachel Ward
Join Rachel Ward to explore the essential elements of a good cozy mystery.FREE EVENTCrime Writing and Other Stories (45 mins talk, plus 15 mins for questions)Will cover:· A bit about […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Creative Writing Workshop
For new writers and writing for wellbeing.FREE EVENT!For new writers and writing for wellbeing.Suitable for adults aged 16+.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Murder Most Cozy
A Practical Workshop for Crime WritersMurder Most Cozy – A Practical Workshop for Crime WritersWorkshop (90 mins, including writing exercises)Cozy crime is having a moment in the UK. Think Richard […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Employment and Skills Drop-In plus added partners
Speak to the Futurebright team plus partners.Speak to the Futurebright team PLUS partners.
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Collections Showcase
Come and learn about our rare and reference collections.FREE EVENT!A show and tell of our rarely seen collections.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.Library introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.LIbrary introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Livewell and B&NES Parent Carer Forum Drop-in
Speak to the teams about services around B&NES.Livewell and B&NES Parent Carer Forum Drop-in.Speak to the teams about services around B&NES.
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Board Game Fun!
Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts Board Game Fun! Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts. We’ll provide the games!
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.LIbrary introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.LIbrary introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Library Collections Showcase
Come and learn about our rare and reference collections.FREE EVENT!A show and tell of our rarely seen collections.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Library Introduction for SEND Families
Book a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND families.LIbrary introduction for SEND familiesBook a session to find out about the library’s special resources for SEND […]
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Board Game Fun!
Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts Board Game Fun! Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts. We’ll provide the games!
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Library Collections Showcase
Come and learn about our rare and reference collections.FREE EVENT!A show and tell of our rarely seen collections, with an added look behind the scenes.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Board Game Fun!
Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts Board Game Fun! Come along and play games with other game enthusiasts. We’ll provide the games!
Midsomer Norton, BA3 2DP GB
Authors and Small Publishers Fair
Meet a fantastic group of local authors selling their books. We’ll have children’s, teen, adult and local interest authors all at Bath Central Library. Click here to read about the […]
Bath, BA1 5AN GB
Creative Writing Workshop
For new writers and writing for wellbeingFREE EVENT!For new writers and writing for wellbeing.Suitable for adults aged 16+.For more information email library_events@bathnes.gov.uk
Keynsham, BS31 1FS GB
Our Online Activities
See all our online activities below, and also check out our Libraries at Home and It Had a Blue Cover events!