A very warm welcome to Lancashire!

Come along to a dementia friendly screening of The Shop Around the Corner (U) at The Dukes Cinema in Lancaster this December.

As the festivities begin, there is plenty of fun things to do in the county to get you and your family into the spirit.

Baz Luhrmann’s smash hit musical Strictly Ballroom is set to sweep audiences in Blackpool off their feet once more appearing at the Winter Gardens 24/05/2021 – 29/05/2021.

This Sat 7 and Sun 8 December Gawthorpe Hall will open for its annual Victorian Christmas weekend from 10.30am – 3.30pm
The fun-filled festive event sees this magnificent building decked with real Christmas trees, holly and seasonal festivities to start your Christmas off in style.

For two weeks only, anyone visiting the award-winning Blackpool Tower Dungeon will face the usual round of special effects, scenes and screams, alongside the new scary snack, available at the decadent – but dodgy – Red Lion pub. 

Featuring the classic songs ‘And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going’, ‘Listen’ and ‘One Night Only’, this sensational, multi-award winning new production of Dreamgirls had its critically acclaimed West End Premiere in December 2016 at London’s Savoy Theatre, 35 years on from opening on Broadway.

10,000 people attended the Leyland Christmas Festival, which saw practically the entire stretch of Hough Lane taken over by stallholders and small businesses selling street food, drinks, arts, crafts, gifts and much more.

There is something magical about visiting a historic hall in the winter months, from the sparkling frost covered gardens and warming banqueting halls, to the heavily decorated foyers and giant Christmas trees. Discover a warm welcome and a touch of sparkle on your next visit and be rest assured Lancashire will be celebrating in style this winter.  

The Forest of Bowland Moorland Group (FoBMG) has been stepping up efforts to showcase the sustainability of wild game meat to celebrate Great British Game Week, which is taking place across the country until December 1st. 

Global icon Lionel Richie, international chart-topper Lewis Capaldi, pop superstars Westlife, indie giants Snow Patrol are among the headliners for Lytham Festival 2020.  It was later announced that the world’s biggest girl band will headline the 11th annual festival on Sunday July 5.

Have a fun-filled weekend of shopping at The Harris Christmas Fair. Get your festive preparations off to a flying start with a range of Lancashire-based artists and makers and live festive musical entertainment.

To celebrate Lancashire Day, Wednesday 27 November, Visit Lancashire are giving one lucky winner the chance to win their biggest Lancashire prize yet, from overnight stays, afternoon tea and a £100 to spend on Lancashire Cheese! 

Lancashire is thriving with Christmas Markets, Fairs, Light switch ons, Grottos and much more! So get stuck into the festive spirit and find out what’s on this weekend…

A series of thought-provoking art commissions will be unveiled as part of an Eden Project programme of public art in Morecambe.

Even more people can go to the ball with Cinderella at The Dukes, thanks to a new initiative by the Lancaster theatre.

Visit The Blackpool Tower this Christmas for thrills, spills and plenty of goodwill.  The iconic Lancashire landmark is 125 years of entertaining the public this year and there’s plenty to do over the festive period. 

Santa has confirmed that he will be flying in from the North Pole to check on his herd of reindeer at Blackpool Zoo on selected dates in November and December!

His Head Keeper Elf is now busy preparing the area next to the reindeer paddock for his imminent arrival and bookings are being taken for children to meet the man himself.

A true winter wonderland, the Grotto offers an enchanting festive experience for little ones. Be greeted by Mrs Claus and guided through Blackpool Pleasure Beach’s very own North Pole, before meeting the star of the show – Father Christmas.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

2020 is a big one for Deacon Blue. They have announced a new album CITY OF LOVE which sees the multi-million selling band deliver eleven brilliant new tracks tethered by a singular belief - that even in the corners of a town or a life where no light falls, hope can prevail. 

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Blackpool with lots of festive magic by the seaside.

A Lancashire hotel is to celebrate the county’s rich heritage in food and drink with a special 10-course taster menu.

In Spring 2020 a special temporary exhibition at Fleetwood Museum will tell the fascinating story of Fisherman’s Friend. And the museum is keen for anyone with Fisherman’s Friend memorabilia or a connection to the iconic lozenge to get in touch.

Planning trips away from home when you are catering for someone who has limited mobility and uses a wheelchair, can be daunting; however, I was wonderfully surprised by how easy and super fun our holiday to Lancashire was.

This weekend is busy with lots of fun and exciting things to do in the county, whether you want to attend a folk music concert, see the moon up close or watch a world class comedian, whatever your mood this weekend, we have you covered. 

Pop to Rock, Soul to... Wait for it…BAGPIPES!

A 16-piece orchestra will reimagine the dance duo’s biggest hits.

After a standout performance at Highest Point Festival in 2018, Rae Morris will return to
Lancaster for an intimate performance on Thursday 14th November as part of her ‘At The Piano’ tour.

Smash hit musical comedy Hairspray is coming to Blackpool Winter Gardens in 2020 with a production guaranteed to have you dancing the night away.

The scariest thing about Halloween isn’t the ghosts and ghouls, according to conservationists at SEA LIFE Blackpool...it’s the spooky and mysterious oddities of the deep.
And aquarists have turned the popular seafront attraction into the ‘Ascarium’ to prove it. They have even put together a special ‘rogues gallery’ of some of their spookiest and most weird-looking creatures. 

This weekend is busy with lots of fun and exciting things to do in the county, whether you want to celebrate Bonfire Night, spend time with the kids or enjoy an evening of film, we have you covered.

The Biennial throws a spotlight on the nation’s creativity, innovation and expression in textiles - against the backdrop of the cotton industry in Pennine Lancashire

Following a major UK tour earlier this year; National Treasures Si King and Dave Myers, aka The Hairy Bikers, have announced their 2020 live return due to demand with a 38-date tour across the length and breadth of the UK and Ireland.  With their irresistible enthusiasm, The Hairy Biker’s tour offers an epic night of cooking and conversation. The Hairy Bikers will ride into the Opera House Blackpool on Friday 09 October 2020.

In their landmark 25th year as Europe’s longest established Taiko organisation, Mugenkyo celebrate the growth of their Tribe of performers from across the globe, with the latest captivating performance of sharp synchronisation, dramatic choreography and sumptuous soundscapes, all wrapped up in a breath-taking display of high energy and powerful earth-shaking rhythms on huge taiko drums.

As a company that pushes the boundaries of classical ballet, the Welsh troupe are known for their twists on the traditional. Romeo & Juliet follows suit as it fuses Sergei Prokofiev’s iconic classical score with extraordinary video projections and dramatic choreography, courtesy of Creative Wales Award-winning choreographer, Darius James OBE.

Singer and comedienne Liza Pulman is about to embark on the final leg of her latest tour celebrating the life and music of one of the biggest names in showbusiness.

Liza will be joined by her six-piece band to celebrate her idol Barbra Streisand through her hugely successful and critically acclaimed five-star show.

Transforming the streets, gardens and historical venues of Lancaster on the first weekend of November is LIGHT UP LANCASTER - a spectacular 2-night festival of light and art by international and local artists - illuminating the city’s heritage buildings, public spaces and community corners.

This weekend is busy with lots of fun and exciting things to do in the county, whether you want to get in the Halloween spirit, spend time with the kids or enjoy an evening of film, we have you covered.

The Mall Blackburn is promising an unforgettable experience for children this Christmas and the elves are already busy behind the scenes. 
 
A brand new concept, called Santa’s Fantastical Post Office, will burst into life on Saturday 23rd November and will be open on selected dates until Christmas Eve.

Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s hair-raising horror story, spooky dystopian thriller The Body Snatcher steals its way onto The Dukes’ stage this November. 

Merging mystery, morality and music, including live performances of songs by David Bowie and The Clash, and shot through with humour, this entertaining new adaptation from theatre company Thunder Road brings Stevenson’s Burke-and-Hare-inspired tale into the 21st century.

Enjoy all of your favourite rides from morning until nightfall as Late Night Riding returns at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. 

Home to £16.25 million ICON, the UK’s most ride intensive theme park is offering adrenaline junkies the chance to enjoy its 10 thrilling rollercoasters after dark. 

Film fans are in for a treat with the arrival of Preston’s International Film Festival 2019.

The event, organised by the Worldwise Learning Centre at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), will screen nine foreign language films between Monday 14 October and Sunday 20 October.

Lancashire is leading the way when it comes to prescribing nature to help deal with mental health issues.

The Myplace project , which specialises in ecotherapy, is celebrating its 1,000th participant today, with officials from NHS Trusts, local authorities and a number of Wildlife Trusts visiting an open event at Brockholes Nature Reserve in Preston.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

The Mall Blackburn is creating a spooktacular den of workshops, wizardry and wows to provide hours of free fun this Halloween! 

Obsession will return to Northcote for its 20^th anniversary, bringing 24 world-class chefs under one roof including legends of the restaurant industry Rick Stein, Brian Turner, James Martin and Ken Hom.

Blackpool Zoo is preparing to welcome a male elephant for the first time in its 47-year history.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Chorley is set to come alive to the sound of music this weekend as the hugely popular and award-winning Chorley Live returns for its seventh year.

The award-winning Lightpool Festival, which will take place between October 11 and 26, will provide an amazing mix of live performance and light-based art installations, including a replica planet Earth in The Blackpool Tower Ballroom; the world premiere of a large-scale Sun in the Winter Gardens and a display of giant illuminated see-saws in the town centre.

Rae is looking for a support act to play at her Lancaster show.

Take a trip back in time with a guided tour of Gawthorpe Hall led by 'Miss Rachel'. Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth was born and grew up at Gawthorpe in the Edwardian period and is most famous as a great needlewoman and for her fabulous textile collection. 

Celebrate the creepiest time of year with a scary movie drive-in, freak nights and more.

Britain’s best-loved bear has been given the ultimate accolade – pride of place on Blackpool’s famous Golden Mile.

The heart of Preston will be alight with creativity for Brief Encounter on the evening of Friday 20th September. Join us for three art and sound systems that are out of this world.

Begin the Halloween thrills early this October half term by visiting the Blackpool Tower Dungeon.

Lancashire has many locations where designated mountain bike trails are available, including red and black runs, here are some of the highlights.

The Moon is landing at Lancaster Priory this November. The historic church will host one of the world’s most awe-inspiring artworks – a massive moon – suspended from its ancient rafters from November 1-20.
 

Head off the beaten track and venture into the timeless landscapes of Lancashire’s un-spoilt countryside. 

Lancashire is the perfect place for an adventure. Explore the wilderness, fly through the trees, learn to ride a bike, or go bug hunting, the possibilities are endless. Keep the kids active, have fun and make lots of great memories.

Lancashire is the perfect place to tick some things off your Bucket (and Spade) list. We have put together just some of the experiences and hidden gems waiting for you to discover.

As the days get shorter and the leaves begin to fall, Lancashire comes to life with an array of events set to light up the darker autumn skies. 

You only have to spend a day in the beautiful county of Lancashire to understand why it has been the inspiration for so many literary greats. 

Blackburn Market is excited to welcome a new town centre shopping experience to Ainsworth Street beginning on Saturday 7th September.

Gawthorpe Hall is throwing open its doors and giving free entry to everyone on Saturday 14 September from 12pm to 4.30pm as part of national Heritage Open Days.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach's Valhalla gets the golden ticket for the fifth year running!

Preston Bus Station is an internationally important piece of architecture that was built for everyday use by the people of Preston.

The Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and Arnside & Silverdale AONB will be taking part in Landscapes for Life week which takes place 21-29 September 2019.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

The world-famous Blackpool Tower has got a brand new illuminated heart in its 125th birthday year.

Life sized Lego statue of suffragette ‘Hope’ comes to South Ribble as part of its National Tour. The South Ribble Museum and Exhibition Centre will host aptly named ‘Hope’ from the 7 – 30 September.

Lucy trips the lights fantastic Coronation Street actress takes centre stage on the Golden Mile.

Top comedian, Rob Beckett is back on tour with a brand-new stand-up show.

Lancaster Castle is the setting for two evenings of Italian opera in September. 

Looking for something to do this weekend. Here in Lancashire it's another busy weekend full of world famous and award-winning events.

A set of tiny twins at Blackpool Zoo have been named in honour of Strictly Come Dancing Stars Aljaz and Janette.

The fantastic free event, “A Taste of Leyland” is back for its fifth year on Saturday 24 August – a perfect day out over the Bank Holiday weekend!

It’s here, August bank holiday weekend is here. Keep calm and have lots of fun.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Pyrotechnic teams from all over the world will go head-to-head in the annual World Fireworks Championship Blackpool this September.

The Dukes’ beloved ‘Play in the Park’ will be back in summer 2020 with a brand-new production of Alice in Wonderland.

Poop Poop!  It can only be the sound of Mr Toad’s shiny motorcar hurtling into a summer adventure, so watch out!  In the next few weeks, friends Mole, Ratty, Badger and the unstoppable Mr Toad roar into Leighton Hall with their acclaimed production of Wind in the Willows.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is offering all visitors the chance to save money this summer by reducing the price of all wristbands to just £25 when booked online in advance, a saving of up to £14 on the gate price.  

A new exhibition about the Lancashire Witches is on display in Lancaster. The exhibition is at the Judges' Lodgings Museum until Sunday 3 November 2019.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

People of all ages are being urged to get on their bikes for a week of cycling fun in Pendle from Saturday 17th August to Sunday 25th August. 

Casting has been announced for the brand new 2019/2020 tour of Queen and Ben Elton’s smash hit musical We Will Rock You, which will storm the Opera House Blackpool from Monday 06 – Saturday 11 January 2020. 

The Dukes have today announced their “Gandalf’s Staff Lottery”, a chance for fans to win a unique piece of Dukes park show history – complete with an exciting addition.

Blackpool is gearing up for a spectacular weekend of free entertainment in the skies and on the ground.

PAW Patrol fans will be able to meet their favourite characters this summer – as Blackburn hosts the world’s first PAW Patrol brick trail, built and presented by BRICKLIVE.

Reading glasses at the ready; there is plenty for booklovers to celebrate at the Northcote Literary Festival, which takes place from Thursday 15 – Sunday 18 August in the breathtaking surrounds of Lancashire’s Ribble Valley.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

The summer holidays are here - yeah! And we have a great weekend full of events to help you celebrate.

This stunning piece by artist Lauren Sagar in collaboration with artist Sharon Campbell is currently touring nationally and will be at the Harris from Saturday 3 August until Sunday 27 October.

Following a hugely successful 2019 weekender, Highest Point has confirmed its return to Williamson Park in Lancaster from the 15th - 17th May 2020. 

Six petrifying, prehistoric, animatronic dinosaurs have landed in Blackpool after travelling all the way from the USA!

On Saturday 27th July, Blackpool Pleasure Beach will be open until 10pm for summer fun during the latest Late Night Riding event.

Blackpool’s beautiful Grade II* listed Grand Theatre attracts the best in award-winning touring companies, including The National Theatre, English Touring Theatre, UK Productions, Opera and Ballet International and the Russian State Ballet. But here's 10 things you might not know about 'Blackpool's hidden gem'.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has been named as the UK’s best amusement park by German travel site, Travel Circus.  In addition, the famous amusement park is also ranked as the third best in Europe, behind Disneyland Paris and Europa Park.

The Dukes’ season of outdoor cinema in Williamson Park begins this Wednesday, with Monty Python’s anarchic comedy Life of Brian (12A) getting their series of Sunset Screenings underway.