Unsure on what to do this weekend, take a look at the list of exciting events below or for even more inspiration head over to our events guide here.

Living History Weekend
Samlesbury Hall
19th & 20th July

Come and see what life was like in the 1500's! Samlesbury Hall have the fabulous Sir John Saville's household reenactors over 2 days! You can expect indoor displays, outdoor combats, authentic camp, 1500's food display and much more.

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Lowther's Ice Cream Festival
Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens
19th & 20th July  

The annual festival of ice cream returns to the gardens this weekend. You can expect a weekend of ice cream, food and plenty of free family entertainment.

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Minions at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway
19th July

Meet Kevin and Bob who will be appearing throughout the day in the fantastic Bury Transport Museum. You can also expect fun fair rides, face painters and craft activites.

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Waterfoot Wakes
Horse + Bamboo
11th- 19th July

There's so much going on this weekend for this years Waterfoot Wakes festival, including a parade, theatre, music, craft workshops and much more.

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Morecambe Kite Festival
Morecambe South Beach and Stone Jetty
20th July

Watch kites great and small fly high above Morecambe Bay at the Morecambe Kite Festival this weekend/ Join in the fun on Morecambe South beach and at the festival hub at the bottom of the stone jetty.

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Summer Sessions at Holmes Mill
Holmes Mill
19th – 20th July

The Summer Sessions continue this weekend at Holmes Mill so get ready to soak up the sizzling vibes of summer.  No need to book just turn up and enjoy!

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Dragonfly Festival at WWT Martin Mere
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
 21st June – 22nd September

Explore the magical world of dragonflies and dive into a summer full of wondrous new wetland experiences as the Dragonfly Festival begins at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre.

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Summer of Magic at The Hole in Wand
The Hole in Wand Blackpool
1st July – 31st August

Join in the fun this July and August as the summer of magic takes place at Hole in Wand Blackpool. Take on nine enchanting holes and be in with the chance of meeting some spellbinding reptiles and see the award-winning magician Adrian Salamon.

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Clitheroe Castle Festival of Archaeology and Community Hub Day
Clitheroe Castle Museum
19th July

Celebrate the Festival of Archaeology 2025 with a brand-new archaeology exhibition in the museum and then join the festival hub for a special day celebrating all things archaeological.

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Capital of Dance
Blackpool
All July

The month-long festival, Capital of Dance, continues this weekend. Head down to Blackpool's Comedy Carpet to see the free dance workshops, performances and variety of entertainment.

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Royal Lancashire Show 2025
Salesbury Hall
18th – 20th July

Step into history as one of Britain's oldest agricultural shows returns this weekend. Organised by the Royal Lancashire Agricultural Society this three day event promises a spectacular array of attractions including livestock displays, show jumping, equestrian sports and much more.

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The Dukes Play in the Park: The Wizard of Oz
Williamson Park
18th July – 24th August

Get the feeling you're not in Lancaster anymore…? This weekend sees the start of this years Park Show by The Dukes and it's set to be another good one with this year's show of choice being The Wizard of Oz.

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Festival of Transport - Tram Sunday
Lord Street, Fleetwood
20th July  

This free, family-friendly festival is set to transform the high street of Fleetwood once with a spectacular showcase of transport through the ages. Enjoy a full day of live entertainment, street performances and interactive fun for all ages.

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Fleetwood Food and Drink Festival
Marine Hall
20th July

Get ready for a spectacular seaside celebration as the much-loved Fleetwood Food and Drink Festival returns. This year there is an exciting twist as it is teaming up with the Fleetwood Community Comic Con for the first time ever! From foodies, families to comic book collectors there's something for everybody.

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Northern Literary Festival 
19th July
University of Lancashire (formally UCLAN)

Authors and publishing professionals will be returning to Preston for the Northern Young Adult Literary Festival (NYALitFest) and the Kids' Literary Festival (KIDSLitFest) on Saturday.  For the first time there will also be panels focused on general fiction for adult readers.

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