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Lancashire’s outdoor events celebrate the great outdoors, with activities ranging from guided walks and sports challenges to open-air performances and seasonal fairs. These events make the most of the county’s landscapes, offering fresh air, adventure, and memorable experiences for all ages.
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Encounter Festival
Date: 19th Sept 2026
This year the Encounter Festival gives you free outdoor theatre shows, games, and live music.
Blackpool Illuminations 2026
Dates: 4th Sept 2026 - 3rd Jan 2027
The world-famous Illuminations need little introduction. With six miles of traditional festoons, tableaux and interactive features along the Promenade, no wonder it’s…
Lightpool Festival
Dates: 21st Oct 2026 - 31st Oct 2026
Enjoy a spectacular programme of light-based art installations, live performances, 3D projection shows and family-friendly activities. More details coming soon.
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Whalley Artisan Market
Located in the heart of Whalley, this weekend market brings together art, design, fashion, vintage and more from over 35 local North West-based creators, makers and curators every month!
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St Annes Monthly Artisan Market
Dates: 11th Apr 2026 - 14th Nov 2026
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Festival Bowland 2026
Dates: 17th Jun 2026 - 7th Dec 2026
Festival Bowland is a year-round calendar of events celebrating the nature, landscape, culture and heritage of the Forest of Bowland National Landscape.
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The Hollins Hill Household
Dates: 20th Jun 2026 - 20th Sept 2026
Join Haworth Art Gallery for Heritage Open Day
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Adults-only sessions at Go Ape Rivington
Dates: 2nd Jul 2026 - 25th Sept 2026
Kids go home. Adults Go Ape.
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Fish and Chips Cruise with Kingfisher Cruises
Dates: 22nd Aug 2026 - 9th Nov 2026
Head off into the Lancashire countryside while eating your freshly cooked fish and chips.
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Blackpool Illuminations 2026
Dates: 4th Sept 2026 - 3rd Jan 2027
The world-famous Illuminations need little introduction. With six miles of traditional festoons, tableaux and interactive features along the Promenade, no wonder it’s commonly known as the greatest free light show on Earth!
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