TEXAS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL

Texas Storytelling Festivals features three-and-half days of stories that will feed your mind, heart, and soul

Fostering an appreciation of storytelling as an oral tradition, performing art, and educational tool. Come out to the Denton Civic Center and hear personal stories and other tales from nationally known and loved storytellers. The festival will include sacred tales, folktales, story and poetry SLAMS, kids activities, music, and so much more! Grab your tickets now and don’t miss any of the workshops, master classes, or family fun. The festival will feature some free events, so be sure to check their full schedule before heading out to the festival.

WHEN

March 12-15, 2026

WHERE

Denton Civic Center - 321 E. McKinney St. Denton, Tx 76201

Featured Storytellers

DETAILS

Featured Storytellers include:
  • Lyn Ford
  • Liz Weir
  • Joel ben Izzy
  • Alton Takiyama-Chung

Weekend Pass Includes:

  • 60 storytellers
  • 5 storytelling concerts with the featured tellers
  • 13 storytelling events (Ghost Tales, Liars Contest, …)
  • 3 story swaps
  • 1 story slam
  • 1 poetry slam
  • 11 workshops
  • 3 music concerts
  • 4 youth activities
  • 26 hours of storytelling

Click Here for Single Event, One-Day Tickets, or Workshop Tickets

Click HERE for the full Festival Schedule.