Keighley to Host Literacy Day 2026 Celebration

Community Event at Keighley Market Promotes Reading and Storytelling

Keighley Town Council is organising a Literacy Day event on 12 September 2026, aimed at encouraging reading and creativity among people of all ages. The event will take place at Keighley Market from 11:00 to 14:00 and is free to attend.

Event Details

• Date and Time: 12 September 2026, 11:00 – 14:00
• Location: Keighley Market, 36 Low Street, Keighley, BD21 3PT
• Admission: Free

Activities Planned

The event will feature a variety of activities designed to engage visitors with literature and storytelling, including:

• Bradford Stories Bus: A mobile storytelling experience
• Book Swap: Attendees can bring a book and take another in exchange
• Musical Stories: Interactive storytelling sessions incorporating music
• Doodle Diaries Workshop: Creative drawing and writing activities

The event is intended to appeal to both lifelong readers and those looking to inspire younger generations to develop an interest in books and storytelling.

Additional Information

Keighley Market is centrally located and accessible, providing a community space for this family-friendly event. Attendees are encouraged to participate in the book swap by bringing a book to exchange, though this is not mandatory.

For those interested in local cultural events, other exhibitions and festivals are scheduled in the Bradford district throughout the year, including art exhibitions at Salts Mill and community festivals at St George’s Hall.

For directions to Keighley Market and further details about the event, visitors can check local listings or contact Keighley Town Council.