Big imaginations. Captivating stories. A day to share together.
Join Ottawa StoryTellers for the 32nd annual Ottawa Children’s Storytelling Festival, a celebration of live storytelling for children and their families!
Enjoy a lively lineup of storytellers performing in English and French, with half-hour sessions tailored to children ages 3–5 and 6–10. From the first story at 10:00 a.m. to the final session at 1:30 p.m., the festival offers opportunities to listen, laugh and let your imagination take flight.
Children ages 6–10 can also explore storytelling through two hour-long workshops offered during the day. Use the schedules below to plan your family’s visit and find sessions suited to your children’s ages and preferred language.
Our 2026 lineup is here! Story descriptions, storyteller biographies and more workshop details will be added soon. Check back as we introduce the voices and stories that will bring this year’s festival to life.