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It's the most wonderful time of the year
Posted on:
6 November 2026
The countdown is on until Blackpool’s Tower Festival Headland is transformed into a magical winter wonderland as Christmas By The Sea returns for another festive season.
Blackpool
Known for its iconic seafront, Blackpool is one of Lancashire’s best-loved visitor destinations. The promenade is home to many of the resort’s most recognisable attractions, including the historic Blackpool Tower and the traditional piers, offering classic seaside experiences alongside long-established entertainment. Whether it’s a walk along the Golden Mile or time spent enjoying the shoreline, Blackpool delivers all the elements of a great British coastal break.
There’s plenty more to explore beyond the beach. Blackpool Pleasure Beach remains one of the UK’s leading theme parks, while venues across the town host a packed programme of shows and live performances throughout the year. The famous Blackpool Illuminations continue to draw visitors each autumn, lighting up the coastline with spectacular displays. With a wide choice of places to eat, stay and explore, Blackpool is a destination that’s easy to enjoy at any time of year.
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Star casting announced for the 2027 tour of the multi award-winning Chicago
Posted on: 5 November 2026
David Ian for Crossroads Live in association with Barry and Fran Weissler are delighted to announce star casting for the 2027 UK and Ireland tour of the multi award-winning musical CHICAGO,
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Viva Blackpool turns 15 with its biggest ever offer: £15 tickets for every in-house show in 2027
Posted on: 2 November 2026
Any show, any seat, any 2027 date – book between 1 November and 31 December 2026
Blackpool Businesses
Family Friendly | Coastal | History & Heritage
The Hole in Wand Blackpool
Blackpool's most magical attraction.
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Coastal
Blackpool South Pier
Blackpool's South Pier was once known as the Victoria Pier it opA fun-filled day out for those of all ages.
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Holiday Inn Blackpool
A warm welcome and a smile awaits you at this brand new, modern and stylish hotel.
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Arts & Culture | Coastal | Free things to do
Mirror Ball, Blackpool
The giant mirror ball on the promenade of Blackpool's South Shore is illuminated at night with a colour changing light show.
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Family Friendly | Coastal
Sea Life Blackpool
From the shoreline to the depths of the ocean there is a whole underwater world to discover.
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Groups | Coastal | Free things to do
Stanley Park
Stone statues star across formal borders and frothing fountains in the show piece Italian Gardens. There are pathways galore leading to quiet corners, while bridges carry you across the lake.
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If I Can Dream - Ultimate Elvis - Viva Blackpool
Date: 19th Mar 2027
The UK’s biggest winter Elvis event Hosted by the one and only Joey Blower, get set for a huge weekend celebrating 'The King' with competitors from all over the country convening on the 'Vegas Venue in the Vegas of the North' to battle it out for...
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Luther Live And Velvet Voices - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 29th May 2027
Step into a world of soul, romance, and unforgettable grooves with Luther Live & Velvet Voices - the ultimate live theatre experience celebrating the golden era of R'n'B. This electrifying show brings the smooth sounds of Luther Vandross, Alexande...
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Joe Lycett: Do You Really Lycett? Is It, Is It Wicked? - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 19th Jan 2028
Joe Lycett is back and he is unleashed! He was leashed! Now the leash has been removed, so there is no leash! Don’t come if you love leashes! You will HATE this show if you want someone on a leash!Expect jokes, a sprinkling of social j...
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Scott Bennett: Stuff - Grand Theatre
Date: 12th Sept 2027
As a society we love stuff, it’s a statement about who we are and who we want to be. But apparently, this message is at odds with the looming environmental crisis. We’re now struggling to balance these worlds, to focus on the things that bring us...
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Family Friendly | Arts & Culture
Dragons & Dinosaurs Live! - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 30th May 2027
Three archaeologists travel back to a prehistoric world where dinosaurs roam—and discover they’re not the only legendary creatures walking the Earth.
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Laugh Out Loud - With Albi Senior & Ricky Lane - Viva Blackpool
Date: 10th Apr 2027
Ricky Lane – Blackpool’s No.1 Adult Comedian. Naughty but nice, and 100% not for your gran. With razor-sharp wit and filthy finesse, Ricky’s the local legend who never misses, delivering brutal honesty, belly laughs and brilliant chaos.
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Itineraries
Lancashire Set-Jetting: Blackpool, Preston and the surrounding areas
DurationThree days
Whether it is feature films, comedy shows, sci-fi or drama, Lancashire's wonderfully varied coastline, cities, towns and countryside, make it a wonderful place to capture people's imaginations.
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Lancashire Set-Jetting: East Lancashire, the Ribble Valley and the surrounding areas
DurationThree days
Iconic mills, rolling hills and a national landscape that rivals the beauty of the Lake District means that East Lancashire and the Ribble Valley are often used to showcase the quintessential British countryside on our tv and cinema screens.
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