1,024 free activities at 16th Sharjah Childrens Reading Festival

Sharjah 24: Badr Mohammed Saab, Director of Government Communication at the Sharjah Book Authority, announced that the 16th edition of the Sharjah Children's Reading Festival is launching with a remarkable lineup. This year’s event features more than 1,024 cultural, artistic, and entertainment activities designed to bring families together through creative workshops and interactive theatrical performances. The festival runs from April 23 to May 4, 2025, at Expo Centre Sharjah.

A Rich Programme for Children and Families

Saab stated that the 16th edition of the festival will offer a wide variety of free activities for children and their families, with free entry and parking for all visitors. The goal is to create an engaging space where children are at the center of the experience.

Workshops to Spark Creativity and Imagination

This year’s programme includes hands-on workshops focused on artificial intelligence, drawing, cooking, and storytelling, all designed to nurture children's creative talents and help them explore their interests in a fun and educational environment. In addition, the festival will feature live theatre performances tailored for children, blending entertainment with meaningful educational themes.

Interactive Cultural Sessions and Global Participation

The festival also hosts interactive cultural sessions catering to different age groups, and welcomes participation from a wide range of local, regional, and international publishers specialising in children's and young adult literature. This offers parents an excellent opportunity to instill a love of reading in their children and expand their knowledge from an early age.

A Festival Where Culture Meets Fun

Badr Mohammed invited all families and children to visit the festival and take advantage of the free programmes on offer. He emphasised that the Sharjah Children's Reading Festival has become an important annual event that blends culture with enjoyment, playing a key role in shaping a generation that is both well-read and creatively inspired.