Holiday activities for children and families
Summer Reading Challenge 2026: Read to the Beat
The Summer Reading Challenge returns to our libraries this summer.
Every child aged 4 and over is invited to join in by reading books and taking part in free activities to collect stickers and rewards, including a medal and certificate.
This year’s theme is ‘read to the beat’ and encourages children to explore the connection between stories and song.
Visit your local library during staffed hours to pick up a free activity bag. The challenge ends on Saturday 12 September.
All libraries except Hawkesbury Upton, Marshfield and Stoke Gifford community libraries are taking part in the challenge.
Activities
Summer Reading Challenge activities have now ended at all libraries.
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Bradley Stoke Library
Cadbury Heath Library
Chipping Sodbury Community Library
Downend Library
Emersons Green Library
Filton Library
Hanham Library
Kingswood Library
Patchway Library
Scholars Chase Community Library
Staple Hill Library
Thornbury Library
Winterbourne Library
Yate Library
Lego clubs
Lego™ clubs for primary school aged children run throughout the holidays at selected libraries. Visit activities and resources for children and young people for details.
Rhymetime and storytime
Keep babies and toddlers entertained with free pre-school rhymes and stories throughout the holidays at selected libraries. Visit activities for babies and young children for details.