2026 Edition
The International Storytelling Center | Jonesborough, TN
The 53rd National Storytelling Festival — the premier storytelling event in the United States — runs October 2-4, 2026 in downtown Jonesborough, Tennessee. Hosted by the International Storytelling Center since 1973, it features international storytellers, live performances and workshops, plus a free live stream on Friday October 2.
- Dates
- October 2, 2026 — October 4, 2026
- Hours
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Unverified
- Venue
- Jonesborough
Please double-check the dates and location on the organizer website before attending.
About the National Storytelling Festival
The 53rd National Storytelling Festival is the premier storytelling event in the United States, held annually in Jonesborough, Tennessee — known as the Storytelling Capital of the World — since 1973. Hosted by the International Storytelling Center, the festival brings together international storytellers, performers, educators and audiences for a weekend of live storytelling, workshops and performances.
What to expect
- Live storytelling performances by international storytellers
- Workshops, panels and educational storytelling programs
- Family-friendly shows and interactive sessions
- A free live-streamed line-up on Friday, October 2 (10 am - 9 pm ET)
Dates & location
Downtown Jonesborough, Tennessee, USA, October 2-4, 2026.
Registration
Register and reserve tickets via Eventbrite: 2026 National Storytelling Festival registration
Official information
More details on the official website.
Products on Display
- Live storytelling performances
- Storytelling workshops
- Performing arts shows
- Educational storytelling programs
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