Many years ago, I first attended Manuscript’s World Calligraphy Day celebrations and even attended a great event at the Pen Museum in Birmingham – which was great fun. For #StationerySelfCare, I would highly recommend practicing your calligraphy sometime! This year, Manuscript have launched a three day celebration featuring virtual workshops, giveaways and many great products. This event is for anyone who enjoys lettering and calligraphy – whether you’re a professional artist or someone who does it for fun. As a beginner, it is a great way to experience the world too! So whatever your background is, there is definitely a space for you at this year’s CalliFest.

What is CalliFest 2025?

Let’s look at what is happening, shall we?

First of all, the event starts on 14th August and runs until 16th August. The event is completely free – so it is a great time to experience the world of calligraphy without having to pay if you are interested in discovering more!

CalliFest Schedule of events:

Thursday 14th August

Glitter with the Glass Pen workshop – with Satyam Tank

Live IG Q&A with Satyam – 10am BST

Live IG class with Anindita Biswas – 1pm BST : Oblique Calligraphy – Spencerian Tips & Offhand Birds

Creative prompt of the day – “Why I write”

Friday 15th August

An Intro to Copperplate Geometry workshop – with Paul Antonio

Live IG Q&A with Paul – 11am BST

Creative prompt of the day – “Your city in script”

Saturday 16th August

Colourful Calligraphy Blending workshop – with Milly Withers

Live Q&A with Milly – 11am BST

Live IG class with Lyndsey Gribble – 10am BST : Ornamental Bauble Making

Creative prompt of the day – “The golden word”

I am really looking forward to Friday’s introduction to Copperplate Geometry the most, personally but they all sound like great fun! I did recently find my glass pen again, so I will need to whip that out for practicing whilst watching the Glitter with the Glass Pen workshop!

In addition to the workshops, there will be many giveaways, discounts and a huge celebration of all things calligraphy or lettering. Be sure to check out your favourite calligraphers or search the hashtag to find some more! Be sure to share your own work too, as it is a great way to connect with others.

Hot tip – if you use their creative prompts and share the results on Instagram, be sure to tag Manuscript for a chance to win one of their amazing giveaways. Manuscript products are always high quality! Find out more about the day over on Instagram or on Manuscript’s website.