Springtime storytelling Easter event comes to Bradford city centre

Bradford city centre will embrace the springtime spirit on Saturday, 19th April, with a spectacular on-street storytelling event taking place on Bank Street and in Waterstones.

Families can enjoy free entertainment from beloved children’s characters, including Beatrix Potter favourites and Alice in Wonderland stars, who will bring classic stories to life through performances and interactive activities.

The event will feature a range of themed activities, including:

• Beatrix Potter Show (11am, 1pm and 3pm)
• Tweedle’s Rose Garden Grand Prix Assault Course
• Jemima Puddleduck & Mr McGregor Egg and Spoon Race
• Alice & Queen of Hearts Croquet
• Storytelling sessions
• Story Birds Workshop in Waterstones
• The performances, delivered by Shipley-based theatre artists Q20, will provide a visual and interactive experience between 11 am and 4 pm.

Alongside the entertainment, 12 businesses around Bank Street and Market Street will have their windows decorated by a professional artist, creating vibrant displays of flowers, Easter designs, and bursts of colour to enhance the festive atmosphere.

Leanne Holmes, Bradford BID project manager, said: “We are really looking forward to making the most of the newly pedestrianised Bank Street to host this fun, free family event. Whether it’s getting creative with workshops in Waterstones, enjoying interactive storytime, or getting active on the child-friendly assault course, there’s plenty for families to enjoy as we bring many of our story-time favourites to life.”

Members of the public are encouraged to capture and share their favourite moments from the event on social media. By tagging Bradford BID, they’ll be entered into a competition to win a £100 Bradford City Centre gift card.