Blog (May 2026) - Visit Lancashire

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Beaches in Fleetwood, Cleveleys and Rossall receive Seaside Awards; Fleetwood, Cleveleys and Rossall celebrate national recognition for coastal excellence.

Whalley is preparing for its largest Artisan Market to date this Sunday, with a record number of traders and a strong line up of new exhibitors joining returning favourites.

Family favourite event Picnic in the Park returns to Astley Park on Sunday 7 June 2026, this year getting into the football world cup spirit! 

Get ready for a tattyfilarious trip into the wonderfully wacky world of a comedy legend at Showtown this summer!

With festivals, carnivals and great exhibitions at the city's flagship museum, The Harris, Preston is a great place to spend your half term holiday this May.

Saturday 23^rd May sees The Harris open its doors to another exciting exhibition in Gallery One. The World of Martin Brown exhibition explores the career of illustrator Martin Brown, well known for his work with the internationally recognised Horrible Histories series.

Hundreds sought out the best viewpoint and lined the banks of Avenham Park to witness the reopening of Preston’s Tram Bridge as the Mayor of Preston cut the ribbon to reopen the much-loved bridge.

Dates have now been confirmed for this year’s spectacular World Fireworks Championship Blackpool, one of the resort’s most iconic autumn events.

WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre, home to fascinating wetland wildlife such as flamingos and otters, is delighted to unveil an exciting new attraction set to open this summer.