12 - 15 Nov 2026

Join us between 12 - 15 November 2026 for a vibrant celebration of storytelling taking place across the borough.

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So much to explore...

Newham Festival of Stories features free poetry & storytelling events, authors discussing their books, visual arts, debates, performances and lots more.

The Others by Sheena Kalayil
How to Write a Murder Mystery in Easy 5 Steps with Vaseem Khan
Come What May, We’re Here to Stay by Taj Ali
Stop-motion animation workshop with Aardman Studios
Where the Stickers Go by Paul M. Jones
Three Ghosts of Silvertown – Film Screening
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Newham Festival of Stories is a truly borough-wide literary celebration. Find out what’s on near you and check accessibility.

Newham Festival of Stories is organised by Newham Libraries and funded by Newham Council.

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12 - 15 Nov 2026