Celebrate World Book Day at Eastgate!

Join us on Saturday, March 8th (11 am – 3 pm) for a Book Carnival filled with storytelling corners, local authors, and free, family-friendly activities.

11 am – 3 pm
Matilda’s Mayhem
Join Fitkidz for fun at our Matilda-themed kids’ sessions, packed with magical activities and adventure -with special appearances by the Halo team and Nevis!

11 am – 3 pm
FREE Facepainting & Fancy Dress
Enjoy FREE face painting and come as your favourite book character!

Special Guest Authors Storytime at Waterstones

11 am
Louise MacDougall

Rory & the Snack Dragons

12 pm
Barbara Henderson

Rivet Boy & Wilderness Boys

1 pm
Catherine MacCulloch

Winston the Bear

Halo Book Donation Drive

1st – 8th March
Our Halo Donate a Book Station will be open for book donations drop off your books and help brighten a local child’s world with the magic of reading!

See you at Eastgate for a celebration of books and stories!

#HaloBookDay2025