Head to one of our Creativity Zones to enjoy multi-medium arts activities presented by partnered local arts and literacy organizations, including: Art Gallery of Burlington, BurlingtonGreen, Burlington Public Library, Dan Lawrie International Sculpture Collection, Dundas Valley School of Art (DVSA), EarlyON Child and Family Centres, Hamilton Civic Museum, Hamilton Music Collective, Hamilton Public Library, Imagine In The Park, The City of Hamilton Children’s and Community Services Division, Workers Arts & Heritage Centre .
Located across the festival, the Creativity Zones will bustle with hands-on workshops, activities, storytimes, nature walks, and puppet shows led by Telling Tales community partners and volunteers. With multiple tents and performance areas for shows and activities, there will be something for everyone, no matter when you arrive.
These presentations are designed for family audiences, with something to be enjoyed by everyone—children from birth to age 13+. Creativity Zones are located near Telling Tales programming aimed at the same age demographics.
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMDraw your own graphic novel! Using brushes and ink to make imaginative covers, we’ll have everything you need to turn […]
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Enjoy puppet show fun with BPL’s talented troupe, then get crafty making your own puppets with the children’s programming staff. […]
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Oct 3, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Enjoy puppet show fun with BPL’s talented troupe, then get crafty making your own puppets with the children’s programming staff. […]
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Drop in to make your own native wildflower seed balls and learn how you can help protect and nurture butterflies […]
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Oct 3, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Drop in to make your own native wildflower seed balls and learn how you can help protect and nurture butterflies […]
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Join DVSA for an artmaking adventure! We’ll be creating bookmarks and mini books – be sure to bring your imagination […]
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Join the HCM for engaging and interactive hands-on activities exploring story telling through the ages. Build a collaborative story, experiment […]
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Drop into the beat-making tent and create music with real digital instruments. Try your hand at electronic production with guidance […]
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Oct 3, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Join HPL for interactive STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) fun! Don’t miss Storytime with HPL—check the Festival Schedule […]
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Join HPL for interactive STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) fun! Don’t miss Storytime with HPL—check the Festival Schedule […]
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Oct 3, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Try hands-on, guided workshops led by professional local artists. Explore different art forms and create something special in a collaborative, […]
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Try hands-on, guided workshops led by professional local artists. Explore different art forms and create something special in a collaborative, […]
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
 Step into the playful and creative world of Robert Munsch, in this sensory-friendly space, sponsored by Scholastic Canada. Enjoy audiobook […]
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Oct 3, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
 Step into the playful and creative world of Robert Munsch, in this sensory-friendly space, sponsored by Scholastic Canada. Enjoy audiobook […]
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Oct 4, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Explore big ideas through big play! Children can build with loose parts, play with sensory materials, and enjoy infant-friendly experiences […]
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Oct 3, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Explore big ideas through big play! Children can build with loose parts, play with sensory materials, and enjoy infant-friendly experiences […]
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Oct 3, 2026 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Inspired by the art of environmental and Indigenous activists, join us to create a one of a kind poster that […]
