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Known for her standout appearance as a finalist on BBC's Interior Design Masters series 6, interior designer, artist and retail expert, Rita Millat will be part of this year’s Chorley Flower Show – taking place in Astley Park, Friday 31 July to Sunday 2 August.

Accrington is preparing to become Lancashire's tastiest destination this weekend as the hugely popular #AmazingAccrington Food & Drink Festival returns on Saturday for a packed day of food, drink, family fun and entertainment.

5th June            K-POP All Stars Ride the global K-pop wave with K-POP All Stars – the explosive live celebration of the music, the artists, and the culture taking over the world. Feel the powe..

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.

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.