Manchester City of Literature’s Festival of Libraries is set to return in June.
The festival, a county-wide celebration of Greater Manchester’s 133 libraries, will run from June 10 to 14.
It will feature a packed programme of family-friendly events across all ten boroughs.
Creative workshops will span a wide range of interests, including video game design in Oldham, writing for wellbeing sessions, and contemporary dance performances.
Events will include games, exhibitions, performances, workshops, and arts and crafts, all designed to showcase the vital role libraries play in their communities.
A highlight of the festival is the return of the popular 'Look for a Book' trail during the May half-term.
This year, 500 copies of Corinne Bailey Rae’s debut picture book, Put Your Records On, will be hidden across Greater Manchester for children to discover.
Lucky winners will have the chance to meet the singer during the festival.
The trail celebrates the National Year of Reading by encouraging children and families to explore and enjoy libraries in a fun and interactive way.
Workshops and events will engage young people in comic book creation, culinary storytelling, and interactive sessions about the transition from primary to secondary school.
A spokesperson for Manchester City of Literature said: "Festival of Libraries allows citizens to celebrate the important community and cultural roles of libraries across Greater Manchester.
"It encourages children, young people, migrant communities and vulnerable groups to use the diverse library service offer creatively."
Libraries will also host inclusive activities promoting diverse reading experiences.
Rochdale will showcase the works of young writers who held residencies at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House.
Salford and Wigan will hold 'See Myself in Books' sessions, part of a collaboration between Manchester Libraries and Read Manchester, aiming to promote inclusive and representative children’s literature.
The spokesperson added: "Creativity and art come in many forms, and Festival of Libraries encourages attendees to tap into their creative streak, whether pursuing a familiar artistic outlet or embracing new forms of creativity."
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The festival also honours Greater Manchester’s literary heritage through talks and exhibitions.
Almost all events are free or based on a 'pay what you can' model.
The festival was named Best Event at the Manchester Culture Awards 2024 and was ranked the second Most Inclusive Literature Festival by Inclusive Books For Children in 2025.
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