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A stunning flypast by the iconic Douglas C47 Dakota has been confirmed for the highly anticipated 2025 #AmazingAccrington Food Festival & D-Day Commemoration event on Saturday 7th June.

Hyndburn Borough Council is inviting families and residents to join in the fun this spring with its vibrant Easter Extravaganza taking place in Great Harwood.

Families looking for the perfect excuse for a get together over the Easter holidays can head to Marco Pierre White’s Blackpool restaurant where they can feed the kids absolutely free.

Eight at Gazegill is proud to announce that it has been named a national finalist in the New Tourism Business of the Year category at the VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2025

Burnley is set to come alive with words, creativity, and storytelling as the much-loved Wordy Weekend returns from 14th - 18th May. Audiences can take part in a packed programme of theatre, poetry, author talks, creative workshops, and live performances.

Fylde Council is delighted to announce a new opportunity for developers and operators to bring the rapidly growing sport of padel tennis to Fairhaven Lake and Gardens.

Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort has launched a range of new ticket options which mean families and thrillseekers can visit the iconic park for less.

Looking for something fun to do without breaking the bank? Look no further than our handy list below for some of the free and value for money events you can enjoy over the next few months.  

After bringing magic potions to Disney Cruise Line’s Haunted Mansion Parlour, The Potions Cauldron Group are assembling a range of MARVEL Super Hero inspired soft drinks to excite fans of the world’s highest-grossing Super Hero film franchise.

Joining them is an incredibly talented line up of international artists who are bringing you trapeze, acrobatics, foot juggling, the impressive Globe of Speed and so much more!