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What's on this weekend 11th - 13th September
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10 September 2026
This weekend will be another busy one across Lancashire with plenty of great events filled with fun for you to enjoy.
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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Arts & Culture
Nobody puts this show in the corner - Dirty Dancing has arrived!
Posted on: 9 September 2026
It’s the summer of 1963, and 17 year-old Frances ‘Baby’ Houseman is about to learn some major lessons in life as well as a thing or two about dancing as Dirty Dancing has arrived in Blackpool.
Blackpool's world-famous Illuminations were officially switched on tonight (Friday 4 September) by comedian and presenter Paddy McGuinness, marking the start of another dazzling season for one of the UK's most iconic attractions.
Blackpool Businesses
Family Friendly | Coastal | Free things to do
World Horse Welfare Penny Farm
Penny Farm is a horse rescue and rehabilitation centre operated by the charity World Horse Welfare. They welcome visitors 3 days a week to meet the ponies & find out more about the work of the charity.
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Family Friendly | Coastal | History & Heritage
The Hole in Wand Blackpool
Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
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Coastal
Mr Basrai's World Cuisines
Mr Basrai's world buffet offers a wide range of food from across the globe.
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Groups | Coastal | TASTE
Campbell & Rowley Event Catering
If you're looking for an event catering company in Lancashire and the north west to add the wow factor to your event, look no further.
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Luxury | Coastal
Boulevard Hotel
Relax and dream in comfort and style at the UK's latest coastal hotel. With 120 stunning rooms and suites offering guests the ultimate in comfort and luxury. Located on Ocean Boulevard, Blackpool. Boulevard Hotel is a brand new seafront property at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
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Family Friendly | Outdoors
Blackpool Zoo
All your favourites including big cats, elephants, giraffes, gorillas, orang-utans and sealions.
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Halloween Family Party - The Blackpool Tower
Date: 30th Oct 2026
Get ready for a spine-tingling night with our Halloween Family Party, Monster Magic Show & Halloween Party! Join us for an evening of thrills fit for all the family as we present Russ Brown's Monster Magic Show, where the unimaginable...
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Coldplace - Viva Blackpool
Date: 15th May 2027
Coldplace are a tribute band whose quality and experience on the tribute scene are second to none. In 12 years the band have over 600 gigs under their belts across the length and breadth of the UK and abroad in over twenty different countries worl...
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Nathan Carter - Viva Blackpool
Date: 20th Sept 2026
Nathan Carter is a talented singer hailing from Liverpool, currently residing in Ireland. With his soulful voice and charismatic stage present, Nathan has captured the hearts of music lovers across the UK and Ireland. Known for his No1 albums and...
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Events
ELO Tribute Show - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 29th Oct 2026
The ELO Encounter recreate the sound of the Electric Light Orchestra, a symphonic force majeure and unique fusion of driving rock and classical strings.
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Alison Moyet - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 24th Oct 2026
The tour celebrates 40 years as a solo artist as well as the release of her new album ‘KEY’ on Fri 4 Oct, which features a collection of reworked singles, fan favourites, deep cuts and two new songs.That unmistakable voice - big enough...
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Arts & Culture
The Dark Room - Viva Blackpool
Date: 17th Feb 2027
Welcome to John Robertson’s THE DARK ROOM - the legendary interactive comedy show that fuses improv, crowdwork and gaming to create an insane live-action videogame!“An hilarious, participatory cult classic”Neil Patrick Harris
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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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