Summer Fun Festival 2026

Whether you love reading, find books a bit dull, or struggle with words on a page, Brent Libraries’ Summer Fun Festival has something for every child. Each week features exciting themes such as adventure, fantasy, STEM and sport, alongside a variety of activities including robotics, storytelling, arts and crafts, and capoeira. 

As part of the National Year of Reading, we aim to inspire a love of books through fun and creative sessions. Join the Summer Fun Festival from 1 July to 5 September, read six books to earn rewards, and become a reading ambassador. 

The dates for each theme will vary by library, so please check in advance for the dates at your local library.

Reading challenge

Children aged 0 - 12 years old can join the summer reading challenge from 1 July. 

How it works

• Children sign up at their local library to start their challenge.
• Borrow books and read six books over the summer.
• Everyone who completes the challenge will receive a certificate and get a special packet of seeds to plant at home, celebrating nature, wildlife, and all things green.

Not a library member?

It’s free to join! Children aged 0 - 12 can sign up for a library card at any Brent Library.

Activities and opportunities for young people

Kumon Maths and English Workshop

Enjoy a free Kumon Maths and English workshop for children of all ages. See how your child gets on with age-appropriate maths and English activities and whether they can beat the clock. Please book your place by emailing wembleycentral@kumoncentre.co.uk or simply drop in on the day.

• Ealing Road Library: Saturday 8 August, 11am - 12npm
• Wembley Library: Saturday 8 August, 2pm - 3pm 

Be a SFF youth volunteer!

Help bring the Summer Fun Festival to life! 

We’ve got a range of exciting volunteering opportunities across Brent Libraries this summer for young people aged 15 to 24.

We are looking for young people to support with customer service, promote library events, and assist with activities. It’s a great way to gain valuable experience in project management, event coordination, working with children, and customer service.

To apply, please email libraries@brent.gov.uk. 

Summer fun festival celebration

Celebrate the finale of the Summer Fun Festival on Saturday 5 September, with a fantastic storytelling performance by award-winning oral storyteller and rapper Alim Kamara.

• The Library at Willesden Green: 12pm to 1pm
• Wembley Library: 2.30 to 3.30pm

Enjoy a fun-filled family event and help us mark the close of the festival, with prizes awarded for the best book reviews.