Once Upon a Time at
the KidLit Fest!
December 6th, 2025
The Jewel Aeida
Now in its second year, The KidLit Fest is Nigeria’s most impactful children’s literature and storytelling festival, bringing together young readers, authors, illustrators, and performers in a vibrant celebration of literature, stories, and the people who make and love them.
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In 2025, the festival welcomes voices from across Africa, reflecting a growing community of storytellers shaping the future of children’s literature.
Who is This For?
KLF 2025 is for children and their families. The festival welcomes every kind of reader and storyteller, creative thinkers, book lovers, and confident performers alike.
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It is perfect for:
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Children and teens
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Parents and guardians
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Schools and educators
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Book clubs, authors, illustrators and publishers
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Creatives
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Anyone passionate about children's stories, literacy and creative growth
What to expect during the festival
GEN ONE TALKS
REDEFINING STORIES
Young voices with fresh ideas: Think TED-style talks at The KidLit Fest! 9-16? We provide the stage, you bring your voice and your bold vision! Register now to speak at KLF 2025.
BOOK CAFÉ
Pick up a good book and get reading with your favourite authors at the Book Café! This year, we have Junior and Senior Book Cafés with authors from Nigeria and Ghana reading. Join in Q&A sessions, and discover new favourites to take home. Save your spot for KLF 2025 and read with your favorite authors.
CRAFT KORNER
Live drawing sessions, hands-on art projects, and STEAM activities! You can sketch, tinker and head home with something you made.
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SPELLING
BEE
MAKAYLA MALAKA PERFORMANCE
CHILDREN's CIRCUS
PERFORMANCE
We've partnered with Spelling Bee in Nigeria to find the KLF Spelling Champion! Young contestants will compete letter by letter until one standout is crowned champion. Register now and see if you can spell your way to the top.
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She sings, she raps, she lights up the stage! Come vibe with Makayla Malaka as she brings her infectious beats to The KidLit Fest 2025. Grab your spot up front and catch her live.
Balance, spins and gravity-defying stunts? The GKB Unicycle crew will keep you on the edge of your seat at The KidLit Fest!
2024 HIGHLIGHTS
Star Performances
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Makayla Malaka
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GKB Unicycle Academy
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Star Kids Academy
