A very warm welcome to Lancashire!

The Chorley 10K and 2K Family Run event is set to return to the town centre on Sunday 3 May with hundreds already registered.

The North West’s biggest live music festival is about to get even bigger as multi-award winning pop stars and legendary DJ’s are added to the bill.

Festival Bowland celebrates the nature, landscape, culture and heritage of the Forest of Bowland National Landscape and this year's programme is full of fantastic opportunities to get involved.

Eric Morecambe’s centenary will be celebrated by the only town’s only palm court orchestra this March.

Residents and visitors can look forward to a vibrant new monthly artisan market launching in St Annes Square this spring, showcasing the best of Fylde’s independent makers, designers and food producers.

A powerful evening of adrenaline fuelled dance performed by a company of 20 extraordinary artists. Emergence, the touring postgraduate dance company of Joss Arnott Dance and the University of Salfor..

2 nd March – World in Harmony Featuring over 400 school children in a “Celebration of Music” - now in its 17 th  year. This wonderful community event is now a huge spectacle showcasing music i..

Blackpool Zoo is preparing to welcome visitors for the 2026 season following a record-breaking year that saw more people through its gates than at any time in its 53-year history, despite increasing financial pressures across the UK tourism sector.

Families across Fylde can look forward to a fantastic year of outdoor adventures, as the Fylde Rangers bring back their much-loved Nature Tots programme for 2026 – and it’s better than ever!

Award winning North West catering company Foray, led by renowned chef Oli Martin and hospitality professional Alex Blamire, is set to host a brand new immersive dining pop up at the stunning Casterton Grange Estate this April, combining refined cuisine with a night of strategy, suspense and theatrical intrigue.

Burlesque the Musical, based on the iconic Golden Globe Best Picture nominated film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, written and directed by Steven Antin, will return in triumph to the West End this summer following its 100% sold out critically acclaimed strictly limited season at the Savoy Theatre.

You only have to spend a day in the beautiful county of Lancashire to understand why it has been the inspiration for so many literary greats. 

Looking for the perfect gift for your mum, or another amazing woman in your life, this Mother's Day? Look no further!

We've pulled together a few great ideas for gifts that you can pick up today to show that special someone just how much she means to you.

Legendary Folk-Rockers Fairport Convention are ringing in the New Year with their all new Spring Tour, which is coming to the Lowther Pavillion in Lancashire on the 10th April at 7:30pm.

There were cheers on site at Pleasure Beach Resort this week as Aviktas, the park’s highly anticipated £8.72M mega ride, completed a major new milestone – with its huge pendulum spinning for the very first time.

Hundreds gathered on Friday 20th February to celebrate Animate's first birthday.

The award-winning production that exposes the stark reality behind the cost-of-living crisis headlines will return.

Horses and Ponies Protection Association (HAPPA) is celebrating a remarkable triple success after winning three prestigious awards at the 2026 Lancashire Tourism Awards

The countdown to the second Blackpool Restaurant Week is on! Running from Thursday 12th to Thursday 19th March 2026, the week has more venues, deals, and events confirmed than last year.

Families across Fylde can dust off their vintage finest and prepare to step back in time as the much-loved Lytham 1940s Weekend returns on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August 2026.

A gothic thriller book series brought to life with gin, ghosts and a real Victorian manor is coming to Accrington next month.

Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort has today announced the biggest shake-up in the history of its scare event, Journey to Hell.

Worden Hall, which sits in the heart of the award-winning grounds of Worden Park, Leyland, is opening its doors for two wedding fair dates this month. 

VisitBlackpool’s Visitor Information Centre has a new home inside the world-famous Blackpool Tower.

A 10-day festival bringing world-class film to Morecambe has earned rave reviews for its third edition showing an inspiring selection of films with a focus on Northern talent development. 

It's nearly Pancake Day, and what better way to celebrate than by heading to one of our fabulous restaurants or cafes to enjoy fluffy pancakes. That way you get all the deliciousness without any of the mess!  

Thousands of people enjoy celebrating Pendle’s diverse communities at the Festival of Culture each year, and 2026 is set to host one of the most vibrant events yet

Blackpool’s Grundy Art Gallery will make art history this March as it welcomes a must-see masterpiece from the world renowned artist Claude Monet to the North West for the very first time this Spring.

Fylde Council and Discover Fylde are thrilled to announce the return of Fylde Fest to St Annes Square on Saturday 28 March with a vibrant celebration of healthy living, happiness and community spirit.

Check out this years Lancashire Tourism Award winners here and be sure to add them to your travel list next time you are planning a visit.

Garstang Walking Festival is back for 2026 and tickets are on sale now!

Looking for some fun and exciting half-term activities that will help keep the whole family entertained, then look no further! 

Follow in the footsteps of King Charles III and discover some of Lancashire’s most charming, historic and delicious destinations. His Majesty packed a lot into just one day — and you can too!

Lancaster Grand Theatre was alive with colour, rhythm and celebration on Saturday 31 January as it welcomed audiences to the fifth edition of its annual Chinese New Year Culture Variety Show, a much-loved event that has firmly established itself as one of the city’s most joyful and unifying cultural highlights.

From Lego robotics to mobile zoos and planetarium shows! 

This Valentine’s Day, Mowgli Street Food has launched a brand-new Valentine’s Feasting menu - a generous sharing experience designed for two, served underneath the fairly lights in Mowgli’s glowing restaurants.

2026 is the National Year of Reading, so get yourself to one of Lancshire's local independent bookshops to celebrate. 

The Winter Olympics begin this week, and we couldn't be more excited. Not only is it great to watch the pros master their moves, but it also motivates you to get up and try your hand at new things.

Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood brings you more and more with each visit – and this February you’ll find amazing FREE events in their Enchated Realms week, helping you to have plenty of fun for FREE this February Half term!  

January 31st marks National Hot Chocolate Day, so why don’t you hop skip and jump over to some of these fabulous coffee shops, restaurants and pubs to banish the winter blues with an incredible hot chocolate. 

Comedian Dom Joly is hitting the road this autumn to mark 25 years of his ground-breaking Trigger Happy TV.

Check out this handy list to see what exciting shows are coming up at Winter Gardens Blackpool this month.

The new £500,000 development at Blackpool Zoo’s GiraffeHeights has been officially named as the Kidepo Trail.

Blackpool Restaurant Week returns from Thursday, 12th to Thursday, 19th March, with restaurants across the town offering special menus and deals to encourage people to eat out, try new places and support local businesses.

Planning your dream wedding? Be sure to check out some of these beautiful wedding venues that are opening their doors this February. There's something for every style, vision and budget – so check out this handy list below so you can see for yourself just how beautiful they are.

The countdown is on for the return of the Fylde Ice Festival to Lytham on Saturday 14 February, promising an unforgettable day of family fun and romantic photo opportunities as the town centre becomes a sparkling showcase of ice artistry!

Grab your ticket for a season of unforgettable nights of laughter, entertainment and applause as the Dukes announce a Spring/Summer season packed with the finest theatre, comedy and cinema. 

Blackpool is preparing for a spellbinding half‑term as the resort bursts into life for the February Festival of Circus and Magic.

Forestry England Gisburn invite families to step into a magical forest adventure with the new Room on the Broom Trail – launching this Thursday.

A story born just down the road is coming home. On Sunday 1 February at 1:00pm, Oswaldtwistle Mills will host a unique local event celebrating Lancashire storytelling, history, and Lancashire gin

Last night four of Lancashire’s Gastropubs were named and celebrated as part of this year's Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs in the UK!

The Blackpool Tower Dungeon is kicking off its brand‑new season with a spine‑tingling offer guaranteed to terrify and delight visitors.

Local residents and visitors can look forward to a regular fixture in the village calendar as the much loved Whalley Artisan Market confirms its return for 2026.

The week runs from Monday 26^th January to Sunday 1^st February and is the UK’s annual 7-day celebration of independent music & arts venues and the people that own, run and work in them.

Back by popular demand, Mudfest is returning to WWT Martin Mere from 14–22 February 2026, inviting families across the North West to stomp, splash and squelch their way into the wonderful world of wetlands this February half term

There is nothing better than getting some fresh air and exploring the beautiful sights of Lancashire, however when it comes to choosing a pram-friendly walking route, it isn’t always easy.

Lancashire has some of the best walking country in England including beautiful countryside and coastal views and a range of wildlife. It’s important everybody can enjoy walks in Lancashire, which is why we have put together this list of places which offer flat, accessible walks – perfect for both wheelchair users and pushchairs.

Wallace & Gromit in A Case at the Museum, drew crowds of blockbuster proportions, with 105,177 visitors in its first eight weeks at The Harris in Preston.

Healthy, hearty and great value at just £15 per person - Mowgli’s new Lite Tiffin launches this January

More than 5,000 visitors are expected to attend the celebrations, welcoming the Year of the Horse.

Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort has announced it will begin its season early for the second year in a row – as part of a resort-wide commitment to extending the Blackpool season.

To kick off the new year, Lancaster Walks, Talks & Tours invites visitors and curious locals alike to explore Lancaster’s past with three tours two hour tours this January.

Our Visit Lancashire advent calendar has now closed. This year's calendar was our most popular one yet, receiving over 43,000 entries. We would like to take this opportunity to thank everybody for entering and say a huge congratulations to all of the winners.

A New Year musical tradition which began in Austria more than 85 years ago is celebrated in Morecambe this January.

Three Michelin-starred Moor Hall Restaurant with Rooms in Lancashire has opened Atelier Hearth – a new private dining experience in collaboration with world-renowned single malt Scotch whisky, The Macallan.

Volunteer knitters from across the UK have created a stunning set of 80 scenes “The Longest Yarn 2 – Britain at War”, which depicts scenes of Britain during wartime using yarn. It builds on the international success of The Longest Yarn, an exhibition of knitted scenes from D-Day, which following a tour of the UK is now in the USA.

Lancaster Footlights & Grand Theatre are delighted to announce an extraordinary start to the New Year after smashing attendance records for the third consecutive festive season.

The world-famous Blackpool Tower Ballroom has once again taken centre stage, this time as a key filming location for Netflix Japanese romantic drama 10Dance.

Could this be the most unusual job in Blackpool?

Get closer to nature this Christmas by doing one wild thing daily for 12 days

BAFTA-winning writer and performer Phil Mealey brings his brand-new one-man show, Early Doors – Behind the Bar and Beyond, to Lowther Pavilion, Lytham St Annes on Sunday 17 May 2026.

A North Lancashire hotel’s cultural links with Portugal and the production of the country’s renowned Port wines has been brought alive through the modern refurbishment of its bar and lounge.

2nd-4th January           Six! The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical  SIX  makes its royal return to Blackpool following its three previou..

Lorne Michaels, Crossroads Live and Sonia Friedman Productions are delighted to announce further casting for the 2026/2027 UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL, heading to the Winter Gardens Blackpool on 18-22^nd August 2026. 

Whether you are looking for a jam packed break full of great attractions, or are looking for a relaxing retreat to escape the hustle and bustle of the season, you’ll find it here in Lancashire. Take a look at some of the great hotels, B&Bs and cottages that still have availability between Christmas and New Year

The week between all the excitement of Christmas and the sparkle of the New Year can sometimes feel a little lack lustre, especially when you’re on your third day of turkey, but have no fear! Lancashire has plenty to explore over the twixmas gap to keep the boredom away.

If you are looking for somewhere special to eat out, why not take a visit to Lancashire. Home to many multi-award-winning restaurants, Lancashire has a great collection of fine dining opportunities ensuring delicious food, friendly service, and stunning settings.

Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort is reaffirming its commitment to extending the tourism season, as it hopes to attract visitors back to Blackpool over Christmas with its luxury hotel and events packages.

The Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival is set to celebrate its 35th anniversary in style, returning to the iconic Muni Theatre for the first time since 2022.

New Years Eve is a time for celebration with friends and family, and if you are hosting this year, then it's time to start thinking about party food. Booths is the place for you this festive season as it has a huge range of food and drink which are ready to order now, with convenient pick-up times and stores across the county.

Get into the festive spirit and relax with friends while enjoying a mouthwatering festive Afternoon Tea in Lancashire this Christmas.

This Christmas, head along to The Dukes in Lancaster to be wowed by their festive show; The Snow Queen. 

There's some fantastic shows coming up at Winter Gardens Blackpool this month including Elf the musical and Six! Take a look at this handy list below and book your tickets now!

Over 15,000 visitors poured into Accrington town centre on Thursday evening to celebrate the start of the festive season at the #AmazingAccrington Christmas Lights Switch On.

A popular venue in central Preston has launched an exciting programme of events for Christmas and New Year. Chew’s Yard, a food and drink hall and events space, will host DJs, live bands, acoustic acts, choirs and a Christmas Market over the festivities. 

The Atkinson in Southport is inviting audiences to “be their guest” this Christmas as it unveils the full cast for its 2025 pantomime, Beauty and the Beast.

This year a new winter wonderland experience has blossomed in Preston.  

WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre in Burscough, West Lancashire, sees a site record of 74 cattle egrets roosting on site

21st November - 31st December 

International multi-award-winning superstar Michael Bublé is heading to Lancashire’s Lytham Festival next summer.

With the festive season just around the corner, Blackpool Transport has delivered an early Christmas present for families looking to make the most of events and attractions on the Fylde coast.

Wyre Council is spreading festive cheer by offering free parking sessions every Friday and Saturday in council car parks throughout the Christmas season.

Keep Britain Tidy’s Green Flag Award team has announced Worden Park as a People’s Choice winner for 2025 after thousands of park users across the UK voted for their favourite sites.

Located where the Yorkshire Dales, Lancashire and Cumbria meet, Kirkby Lonsdale is the perfect place to celebrate the Christmas season.

Internationally acclaimed artist Jason Wilsher-Mills MBE visited Blackpool’s Grundy Art Gallery this week to officially launch his thrilling new art exhibition Jason Wilsher-Mills MBE: JASON AND THE ADVENTURE OF 254.

This Christmas, the Horses and Ponies Protection Association (HAPPA) is inviting families, supporters and the local community to celebrate the festive season at Shores Hey Farm with a packed programme of events and meaningful ways to give back

King Street Arts Christmas gift to the community is their Art Fair which takes place at The Storey in Lancaster from December 4-13.

Ahead of Lancashire Day on 27th November, we've put together just some of the fantastic places where you can enjoy a Grand Day Out.

This December, Preston North End invites families to step into a winter wonderland for a Christmas Party with Santa, proudly supporting St Catherine’s Hospice.

Blackpool is preparing to launch a magnificent programme of Christmas entertainment – with a sprinkling of Strictly stardust!