IW Story Festival

The IW Story Festival takes place at Quay Arts in Newport on the Isle of Wight.
Book your tickets now and join the fun at the IW Story Festival, taking place from the 19th -21st February 2026 at Quay Arts, Newport, in the centre of the lovely Isle of Wight.
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 Rob Biddulph (of ‘Draw along with Rob’ fame), Emma Carroll (Dracula and Daughters), Lucy Strange (The Island at the Edge of Night), Joseph Elliott (of Cbeebies Swashbuckle), Steve Cole( Young Bond, Dr Who and Astrosaurs author), Kieran Larwood (Dungeon Runners), Cathy Reay(How to be Disabled and proud), Sarah McIntyre and Philip Reeve (Adventure Mice, Grumpycorn and Mortal Engines) as well as performances by Foundry Theatre Group and Coppice Theatre.
Tickets range from £5-£7 with many free hands-on activities. Local authors, performers, artists and creatives fill the programme to give three great, story filled days in a superb central venue. Explore what’s on and book your tickets now https://www.iwstoryfestival.com/