Stories in the Garden | Love the Centre

Come on a magical adventure under the trees in Garden Place for an hour of storytelling and games with characters from Enchanted Entertainment.

Where:

Garden Place, Hamilton

When:

November 15, 2025 10:00 AM

March 28, 2026 10:00 AM

Session Times: 10am - 11am

15 November - Grand Debut with the Frozen Princesses

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Jan 17th: Fairy Fun with Tinker Bell and Blossom the Unicorn Fairy

Jan 31st: DC Superhero Saturday with Batman and Wonder Woman

Feb 14th: Valentines Day with Rapunzel and Flynn Ryder

Feb 28th: Princess Day with Snow White and Sleeping Beauty

14 & 28 March - Characters TBC

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Please note characters can change based on availability. In the event of rain Stories will be held in the central city library. This event is brought to you by Love the Centre, Enchanted Entertainment and Hamilton City Libraries.

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