Events

Tag: storytelling

What’s in a Story?

Four bestselling women writers talk all things novel writing. From mid-life wives to midwives, Christmas crackers to beach reads, a Yorkshire village to Berlin zoo – they cover it all!  

 

Join Tilly Tennant, Julie Houston, Tracy Bloom and Anna Stuart for an evening of entertainment to discuss the joy of stories, both writing them and reading them. 

 

This is a free event and will be oversubscribed, if you are no longer able to attend, please email [email protected] so they can re-release your ticket.
 

 

Tuesday 12 May 

6.30pm-8pm 

Kirkburton Library, Turnshaw Road, Kirkburton, Huddersfield HD8 0RT 

Free 

Age guidance: £16+ 

 

Book tickets

 

Access: if you have specific access needs or seating preferences, please contact our Admin team at [email protected] with your request.

 

 

Storytelling: Benji and his Bellowing Burp

Join local author Salma Zaman for a fun, interactive story reading of her latest book, Benji and his Bellowing Burps. 

 

The session will include colouring activities inspired by the book’s characters. You will also have the chance to ask the author questions about the book and her writing and to get your book signed. 

 

The book is suitable for a reading age of around seven, but all ages are welcome to attend the storytelling session.  

 

All U16s must be accompanied by an adult. 

 

Friday 8 May 

12.30pm-1.30pm 

Birkby & Fartown Library, Lea Street, Hillhouse, HD1 6HF 

Free (drop in session, just turn up)

Age guidance: all ages 

Access guide: https://www.accessable.co.uk/kirklees-council/access-guides/birkby-and-fartown-library   

Meet Elmer & Storytelling with Spider-Man

Bring your little ones to meet Elmer the Patchwork Elephant – star of one of the most iconic and widely read children’s book series of all time – and enjoy a special storytelling session with Spider-Man! 

 

Kids will love meeting Elmer, with walkabouts from 1.30pm-2pm and from 3pm-3.30pm. Plus an Elmer colouring session with images and pens provided. 

 

Stick around in between Elmer’s walkabouts for Storytelling with Spider-Man. Yes, the friendly neighbourhood star will be here to chat to kids, take selfies and read stories. 

 

Free event – no need to book, just turn up! 

 

Elmer walkabouts: 1.30pm-2pm and from 3pm-3.30pm 

Meet Spider-Man: 1.30pm-3.30pm, with a storytelling session around 2.15pm-2.45pm 

 

If you can’t make this session, Elmer will also be appearing the following day at Waterstones, Kingsgate. For more info see: https://www.huddlitfest.org.uk/event/elmer-at-waterstones/

 

All about Elmer 

Written and illustrated by celebrated children’s author and artist David McKee, the Elmer books have sold over 10 million copies and been translated into more than 50 languages since first published by Anderson Press in 1989. Elmer Day is celebrated annually (this year on Saturday 23 May). 

 

All about Spider-Man 

Superhero Spider-Man was created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko and first appeared as a comic book character published by Marvel Comics. He has since appeared in many other comics and films, with Spider-Man: Brand New Day set for release this year.  

 

Saturday 9 May 

1.30pm-3.30pm 

Amped, 29 Zetland St, HD1 2RD 

Free  (just turn up, no need to book)

Age guidance: all ages 

Access Guide: https://www.accessable.co.uk/huddersfield-literature-festival/access-guides/amped 

Golden Thread of Seva – Sikh Heritage in Huddersfield

Golden Thread of Seva – Sikh Heritage in Huddersfield is an exciting multidisciplinary presentation that brings together performance, visual art, photography, and spoken word to explore the lived history of the Sikh community in Huddersfield. 

 

The presentation features a performative unveiling of five large-scale banners, each representing a different chapter of Sikh migration, labour, family life, faith, and community building in the UK. These visual works are accompanied by original poetry that reflects on memory, identity, Seva, and growing up between cultures. 

 

Alongside the performance, a photographic talk traces the social and cultural history of the Sikh community in Huddersfield, drawing on archival material, personal stories, and contemporary images. Together, the banners, photographs, and poems create a layered narrative that honours overlooked histories while celebrating resilience, contribution, and intergenerational legacy. 

 

Presented by multidisciplinary artist and academic Hardeep Sahota, this work offers audiences an immersive and reflective journey through heritage, place, and belonging, connecting past and present through art, story, and collective memory. 

 

Hardeep Sahota is a British South Asian performing arts practitioner, academic and cultural producer based in Kirklees. With over three decades of experience across dance, music, visual arts, and community-based practice, his work weaves together scholarship, creativity, and cultural heritage. Rooted in collaboration, cultural exchange, and innovation, he leads ambitious interdisciplinary projects that bring professional artists and communities together, nurture emerging talent, and create inclusive pathways into the cultural sector, while connecting local stories to global cultural conversations.  

 

Saturday 9 May 

6pm-7pm 

Attic, Lawrence Batley Theatre, Queen Street, Huddersfield HD1 2SP 

£7 (£5 conc), free for essential carers accompanying a ticket holder.

Age Guidance: 16+ 

Access Guide: https://www.thelbt.org/your-visit/access/  

Book tickets

 

Access: if you have specific access needs or seating preferences, please contact our Admin team at [email protected] with your request.

Concession & Carers: For further information on concession and essential carer tickets, please visit our FAQ’s page. 

Eventbrite note: When purchasing tickets please download the Eventbrite ‘app’ or ‘create an Eventbrite account’. This will facilitate quicker access to your tickets.

Cancelled: Storytelling: Winnie-the-Pooh (2pm Show)

We’re very sorry to announce that Storytelling: Winnie-the-Pooh (12 noon and 2pm sessions) is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We will process a full refund for all tickets booked. Many apologies for any inconvenience.
If you are still looking for something to entertain the kids this Saturday, we’ve added in an extra event with local author Salma Zaman at 12 noon. It’s free and there’s no need to book, just turn up.
Benji and his Bellowing Burps
Saturday 16 May, 12 noon-12.45pm
Amped, 29 Queensgate, HD1 2RD (across the ring road from the University of Huddersfield main entrance)
Free event
Join local author Salma Zaman for a fun, interactive story reading of her latest book, Benji and his Bellowing Burps. The session will include colouring activities inspired by the book’s characters. You will also have the chance to ask the author questions about the book and her writing and to get your book signed. The book is suitable for a reading age of around seven, but all ages are welcome to attend the storytelling session.
All U16s must be accompanied by an adult. No unaccompanied adults. SEND children and adults welcome.
This event will be followed by:
World Dance
Saturday 16 May, 1.30pm- 2.30pm
Amped, 29 Queensgate, HD1 2RD
£2
A fun, relaxed session for all the family and all abilities. Dance teacher Salma Zaman will lead you through different dances from around the world, from Bollywood to line dancing.

All U16s must be accompanied by an adult. SEND children and adults welcome.

 

Access: if you have specific access needs or seating preferences, please contact our Admin team at [email protected] with your request.

Concession & Carers: For further information on concession and essential carer tickets, please visit our FAQ’s page. 

Eventbrite note: When purchasing tickets please download the Eventbrite ‘app’ or ‘create an Eventbrite account’. This will facilitate quicker access to your tickets.

Cancelled: Storytelling: Winnie-the-Pooh (12pm Show)

We’re very sorry to announce that Storytelling: Winnie-the-Pooh (12 noon and 2pm sessions) is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We will process a full refund for all tickets booked. Many apologies for any inconvenience.
If you are still looking for something to entertain the kids this Saturday, we’ve added in an extra event with local author Salma Zaman at 12 noon. It’s free and there’s no need to book, just turn up.
Benji and his Bellowing Burps
Saturday 16 May, 12 noon-12.45pm
Amped, 29 Queensgate, HD1 2RD (across the ring road from the University of Huddersfield main entrance)
Free event
Join local author Salma Zaman for a fun, interactive story reading of her latest book, Benji and his Bellowing Burps. The session will include colouring activities inspired by the book’s characters. You will also have the chance to ask the author questions about the book and her writing and to get your book signed. The book is suitable for a reading age of around seven, but all ages are welcome to attend the storytelling session.
All U16s must be accompanied by an adult. No unaccompanied adults. SEND children and adults welcome.
This event will be followed by:
World Dance
Saturday 16 May, 1.30pm- 2.30pm
Amped, 29 Queensgate, HD1 2RD
£2
A fun, relaxed session for all the family and all abilities. Dance teacher Salma Zaman will lead you through different dances from around the world, from Bollywood to line dancing.

All U16s must be accompanied by an adult. SEND children and adults welcome.

Access: if you have specific access needs or seating preferences, please contact our Admin team at [email protected] with your request.

Concession & Carers: For further information on concession and essential carer tickets, please visit our FAQ’s page. 

Eventbrite note: When purchasing tickets please download the Eventbrite ‘app’ or ‘create an Eventbrite account’. This will facilitate quicker access to your tickets.