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World Book Day® 2026. Thursday 5 March.

World Book Day® 2026

Thursday 5 March.

World Book Day is over for this year but it's never too early to start planning your costume for next time. Enter our wardrobe of fantabulous fancy dress! It’s bursting with fan favourite costumes, from Dahl to Disney and lots of colourful characters in between. Whether you’re picking your next World Book Day theme, or need a last minute costume for your little bookworm, you’re sure to be inspired in our library of dress-up.

    Kids fancy dress.

    Kids fancy dress

    Kids pyjamas.

    Kids pyjamas

    Character clothing.

    Character clothing

    Don't forget face paints to complete the look.

      Books, E-readers & toys

      E-readers & tablets.

      E-readers & tablets

      Always have endless tales right in your pocket.

      Children's books.

      Children's books

      Discover new worlds and light up their imagination with stories for everyone.

      A peter rabbit tonies language toy.

      Tonies

      Say hello to the Toniebox. The magical, musical storybox that brings songs, stories and joy to every moment of the day.

      If you’re already looking forward to the excitement and fun of World Book Day 2026, mark your calendar for Thursday 5th March. Until then, enjoy a world of make believe with our fantastic range of costumes and accessories.

      We’ve got firm favourites from Harry Potter, Disney, Marvel and even classic Disney princesses. And don’t forget to finish your costume with our range of fancy dress accessories.