We sorry to announce that the traditional Children’s Festival will not take place this July. During these uncertain times, the health and well-being of all must be first and foremost. The Storytelling Guild remains committed to bringing the magic of our beloved Festival to families in creative ways this summer.>
Once upon a Time...Children’s Festival 2020 comes to you in a BAG! The magic and spirit of Children's Festival is not to be underestimated! In fact, instead of a traditional Children's Festival, where families visit the Britt Gardens, the Storytelling Guild is bringing the 54th Annual Children's Festival to them. In partnership with Jackson County Libraries, “Children’s Festival in a Bag” giveaways will be held at three local libraries this July. Each bag will contain multiple craft kits complete with paint, crayons and more (follow on social for a sneak peek). Families should also keep an eye out for Rosabelle the Dragon, it’s not Children’s Festival without dragons! Stay tuned for more about the Children’s Festival in a Bag giveaway and Rosabelle’s itinerary. Check out our video to learn more about what makes this event so magical: View Children's Festival video Children's Festival in a Bag Videos and Printables |
2019 Children's Festival Map
Festival Book Drive
The Storytelling Guild is extending the book drive for our Pass the Book Program to include collection crates at the Children's Festival! Pass the Book makes reading possible for children living in homes without age-appropriate books to read or to own.
We are in need of children's books in each of the following age groups:
The Storytelling Guild is extending the book drive for our Pass the Book Program to include collection crates at the Children's Festival! Pass the Book makes reading possible for children living in homes without age-appropriate books to read or to own.
We are in need of children's books in each of the following age groups:
- Board books for babies
- Read-aloud picture books with simple stories for ages 3-6
- Easy Readers (Cat in the Hat, etc) for beginning readers
- Picture books with more words for ages 7-10
- Beginning chapter books for ages 7-10
- Advanced chapter books for ages 11 and up
- At the Festival, collection crates will be available at all 3 gates, as well as at the volunteer check-in table
Volunteer!
Volunteer Opportunities: Volunteers are always welcome! If you and your children are looking for a memorable summer event, volunteering together at Children’s Festival can’t be beat. Volunteer Information here
Performer Information
Thank you for sharing your talent! Please have your performer passes filled out before arriving. Performers must enter through the Main Gate. Performers and ONE (1) guardian are admitted free of charge.
Gallery of Festival Activities
Festival Location and Parking
TheBritt Garden is located in Jacksonville, Oregon, about five miles west of Medford and 20 miles north of Ashland, in the southern part of the state.
Parking is available in lots on C & D Streets at the bottom of the hill (off of Oregon St.). The Jacksonville Trolley will be running!
If you park on a residential street, please be respectful of our neighbors’ privacy and property.
The City of Jacksonville has a new parking map(click to view)!
If you park on a residential street, please be respectful of our neighbors’ privacy and property.
The City of Jacksonville has a new parking map(click to view)!