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Prepare to be afraid…Blackpool is preparing to unleash a monster-sized Halloween programme of events with fun for all the family.

There are so many exciting events happening this weekend across Lancashire, to make sure you don't miss out we have put together a short list of just some of the fantastic events taking place. But for even more inspiration check out our new events guide here.

The Dukes Christmas show returns with a theatrical adaptation of Mary Norton’s beloved classic tale, The Borrowers. 

Award-winning pumpkin carver Simon McMinnis will be showcasing his spooktacular skills at a free Halloween event taking place at Barton Grange Garden Centre in October.

A pyrotechnics team from Poland have been crowned champions of Blackpool’s annual World Fireworks competition after wowing record crowds.

A fun-filled half-term week of activities is gearing up in Lancaster to show families that science can be a blast for everyone!

Pendle Leisure Trust are pleased to announce their newly refurbished gym at Pendle Wavelengths is now open and is considered to be the best in Pendle.

Blackpool’s spectacular Christmas By The Sea village is returning for 2024 – and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever!

After last year’s successful tour, Crown Ballet® visits the Muni Theatre, Colne for one afternoon only, to enchant you with the delightful production of The Nutcracker.

Headlining a spectacular season of awe-inspiring nature not to be missed, pink-footed geese are arriving at WWT Martin Mere in their thousands to the delight of locals and bird enthusiasts from far and wide.