Looking for a joyful, enriching day out with your baby or toddler in London? Head to Stratford for Tiny Tales Takeover – the brand-new early years festival at Discover Children’s Story Centre, created especially for children aged 0–4 and their grown-ups.
This midweek celebration offers sensory storytelling, hands-on play, music, theatre and even expert talks for parents – all under one roof.
Tiny Tales Takeover transforms Discover’s Story Worlds and Garden into a space full of wonder for little ones. The centre’s expert Story Builders will lead sensory sessions and musical activities designed to spark curiosity and support early development.
Young visitors can enjoy the Hairy Maclary trail, where favourite characters guide families through playful, interactive spaces. A themed dog-care café installation adds an extra layer of imagination and roleplay, allowing children to explore through pretend play and storytelling.
Parents and carers can benefit from short, insightful talks by the University of East London’s Baby Development Lab, covering early brain development in an accessible and engaging way. There’s also the chance to experience their interactive eye-tracking booth – a unique opportunity to see the world through your baby’s eyes.
Live theatre and storytelling form a key part of the festival experience. That’s Not My Dinosaur is a gentle, tactile storytelling session ideal for babies and toddlers discovering new textures. Chickenshed Theatre presents Spots and Stripes, a brand-new inclusive show created especially for little ones, full of music, movement and colour. Also debuting is Oaker, a beautifully designed sensory story experience co-created with two to four-year-olds, offering a dream-like journey through sound, light and texture.
Every element of the festival is designed to delight and support the youngest learners, while offering parents a chance to connect, relax and explore alongside their children.
Tiny Tales Takeover is the perfect choice for a midweek adventure with babies, toddlers or preschoolers. Whether you’re looking for baby-friendly events in London, creative storytelling, or expert insights into early development, this festival offers a rich and rewarding day out for the whole family.
Tiny Tales Takeover is more than just a day out – it’s an unforgettable first festival experience for curious young minds and the grown-ups who guide them. Get tickets here.