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The bank holiday weekend will soon be here, but if you haven’t managed to secure a getaway yet don't fear. Enjoy a bite of spontaneity and enjoy a visit to Lancashire for your long weekend.  

It's set to be another busy weekend in Lancashire, with a wide range of events planned across the county including the return of the popular Clitheroe Food Festival and Blackpool Air show

Check out this handy list below to discover more about what's on at Blackpool Grand Theatre this August.

Pleasure Beach Resort has announced brand-new events this August, including more late nights and a never-before-seen pet experience.

August is here, and with it the start of a new weekend full of great things to do and see in Lancashire. From fantastical theatre to historic railways and nature inspired activities, you can find some much in the county this weekend. 

As there are so many great events to choose from, we thought we'd help by pulling together our top events to inspire you.

The Blackpool Tower and Madame Tussauds have today entered into local management, in what is being described as a historic and transformative moment for the UK’s most iconic seaside resort.

 

Oswaldtwistle Mills is proud to announce its debut as an official venue at Ossyfest 2025, the popular local music event weekend that raises great funds for charity. Saturday 9^th August will see a dedicated venue area inside Oswaldtwistle Mills for the very first time.

Searching for sharks in Morecambe Bay has helped volunteers to make waves by winning a national award.