2026 Riverside Dickens Festival Oliver Twist & Community Storytelling

Schedule

Sat Feb 21 2026 at 10:00 am to 06:30 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

White Park Downtown Riverside | Riverside, CA

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🎩 You’re Invited: 2026 Riverside Dickens Festival Celebrating Oliver Twist & Community Storytelling
Escape to Victorian England at the annual Riverside Dickens Festival, hosted in historic White Park, nestled in downtown Riverside, CA.
🗓 Dates: Saturday, February 21 – Sunday, February 22, 2026
📖 This Year’s Theme: "Oliver Twist" – A Tale of Justice & Belonging Join us as we honor the enduring legacy of Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist, highlighting themes of resilience, community care, and social equity. Expect performances, panel discussions, and art inspired by Oliver's journey through hardship, hope, and home.
🎭 Festival Highlights Include:
Character reenactments & costumed parades
Inclusive storytelling circles featuring disabled and youth voices
Historical exhibits on poverty, justice, and reform in Dickensian England
Community mural project inspired by “Please sir, I want some more”
🎟 Earlybird Admission: ENDS 02.10.2026
Teens & Adults: $15.00
Children 6–12: $5.00
Children 5 and under: Free
♿ Accessibility & Inclusion Commitments:
ADA-compliant pathways and rest areas
Low-sensory programming spaces

🤝 Proudly Partnering With:
Family Advocate Program | Riverside University Health System
Disability Access Office | County of Riverside Human Resources
Literacy Services | Riverside County Library System

📍 Location: White Park – 3901 Market St, Riverside, CA 92501
Bring your friends, family, and fellowship spirit to a weekend of meaningful fun, inclusive celebration, and literary legacy.
🕊️ Advance tickets available now on Humanitix — where every ticket gives back.
https://events.humanitix.com/2026-riverside-dickens-festival-celebrating-oliver-twist-and-community-storytelling
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