Looking for a weekend experience that celebrates young voices, sparks creativity, and builds essential literacy skills? Join us for Fun-Filled Saturdays at the British Council Library, where children discover, create, and express themselves through exciting monthly themes. Designed for curious minds aged 6 and above, these sessions combine storytelling, hands-on activities, games, creative challenges, and book-inspired adventures to strengthen reading, vocabulary, communication, and comprehension in fun and engaging ways. As part of the National Year of Reading in the UK – Go All In initiative, Fun-Filled Saturdays nurture a lifelong love for reading, build confidence, encourage imagination, and empower children to share their ideas through meaningful, playful learning experiences.
What to expect?
- Interactive activities: Dive into captivating tales that spark imagination and curiosity.
- Arts & Crafts: Let your child’s creativity soar with fun, hands-on projects.
- Book Clubs: Engage in discussions about inspiring books, perfect for young readers.
- Movie Screenings: Enjoy family-friendly films that entertain and inspire.
How to participate?
Simply visit the British Council Library in Kolkata or New Delhi on the event days, or register in advance by clicking the links below. Don’t miss out – seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration fees: these events are free and open to all children. So bring your friends!
Eligibility: Ideal for families with children aged 6 and above who are looking for a fun and meaningful way to spend their weekends.
September schedule for Kolkata
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Invention promotion and create you own advertisement Through invention kids can create their own invention posters. This can be a fun way for children to learn about branding and marketing while expressing their creativity Venue - British Council Kolkata This session is designed for children aged 9 years and above. |
19 September 2026 4.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. |
September schedule for New Delhi
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Book club: Roald Dahl's The BFG A perfect opportunity for young readers to celebrate reading, unleash their imagination and discover the wonderfully playful world of Roald Dahl. This month, we'll dive into The BFG, the story of Sophie and the Big Friendly Giant, as they embark on an extraordinary adventure filled with dreams, friendship, giants and wonderfully inventive words Venue - British Council New Delhi. This session is designed for children aged 8 to 14 years. |
26 September 2026 3.30 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. |
Click to register in New Delhi
Drop us an email at IndiaLibraries@britishcouncil.org or visit in person from Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at our Kolkata and New Delhi centers.