Telling Tales Festival 2026
Burlington Public Library is excited to be part of the Telling Tales Festival in October—and we can’t wait to see you there!
Telling Tales is a huge children’s literary event held every year in Hamilton. This year, Hendrie Park in Royal Botanical Gardens is where all the action happens on Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4.
The weekend festival features over 80 presentations by Canadian authors, illustrators, and storytellers, offering storytimes, music, theatrical performances, and workshops for book lovers of all ages, from babies to teens.
Now in its 18th year, Telling Tales always draws a big crowd, so be sure to register in advance to attend this FREE event to be part of the magic.
BPL’s Tales Under the Tent Puppet Shows
Step right up and join the fun at BPL's Big Tent in The Creativity Zone at Telling Tales. Our talented troupe of tale spinners is ready to whisk you away with puppet shows that’ll tickle your funny bone and send shivers down your spine. Join us for parachute play and silly songs—and try your skills playing one of the big games under the tent. Fun for the whole family awaits!
With puppet shows happening all weekend, there’s always a reason to stop by and say hello!
Our Puppet Shows run for 25 minutes:
- Saturday, October 3: Show starts at 11am, 1:30pm, and 3pm
- Sunday, October 4: Show starts at 11am, 1:30pm, and 3pm
Telling Tales Books to Read
Check out books from our collection by some of the authors and illustrators you can meet in person at Telling Tales this year.
