Blog (Family) - Visit Lancashire

It’s Pride Month, and as a county, Lancashire is ready to celebrate.

Pride Month takes place each June due to the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots which took place in New York, 55 years ago. The events and parades that take place to celebrate Pride are open to all LGBTQ+ community members and their allies as a celebration of love, acceptance and solidarity.

Halloween is fast approaching and there’s no better way to get into the spooky spirit than pumpkin picking.

There’s lots of exciting events happening across the county this weekend, from free festivals to spectacular shows, there’s something to put a smile on everybody’s faces.

Blackpool Comedy Festival is back for 2023 and Showtown are excited to be part of this side-splitting line up of entertainment!

If you are looking for something to do this weekend there's plenty going on in Lancashire. From food festivals to tattoo conventions there's a range of exciting events happening all across the county this weekend. 

Lancashire is the perfect place to spend those all important school holidays. You can choose from country or coast, or enjoy a stay in the middle to experience both. All while taking in the beautiful scenery, the fantastic attractions and the mouth-watering food that will cater to every need.

It’s bank holiday weekend (again!) and the sun is set to shine all weekend, so why not visit one of the many exciting events happening across Lancashire. Check out this handy list below to discover more about some of the events happening, or for further information why not head over to our events guide.

This week marks Mental Health Awareness Week with this year’s theme being anxiety. Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, and can be mild or severe.

There's lots to do this weekend in Lancashire, whether you are looking for somewhere to watch the Eurovision Song Contest, starting festival season by attending Highest Point Festival or looking to try something new, there's something for everybody to enjoy in Lancashire this weekend.

After the success of The Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Lancashire is pleased to once again be hosting several Big Lunch events for the upcoming King’s Coronation weekend.