Bradford Literature Festival
Bradford Literature Festival (BLF) is back for 2026! Join us in July for 10 days of artists, performers, writers, poets, musicians, politicians, academics and thought provokers.
BLF is a not-for-profit CIC that believes in making arts accessible to all. In 2025, 61% of guests attended using our ethical ticketing process. Our sponsors, funders, and the donations we receive help us provide free tickets for individuals, families, schools and community groups who would not otherwise be able to take part.
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Education Programme
Bradford Literature Festival (BLF) has developed an expansive, free Education Programme for Primary schools, Secondary schools, and Home Educators. Leading writers, performance poets, illustrators, scientists, historians, journalists, among many others, share their skills through live shows, performances and interactive workshops.
Each day features exciting events, following a curriculum-targeted theme, champions an inclusive curriculum that fosters different perspectives on taught topics.
Themes for 2026 range from Ancient Egypt to Myths, Legends and Magical Creatures, Classic Fiction to American Independence, as well as events on Shakespeare, Gothic Literature and adventures Under the Sea.
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