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What's on this weekend 25th – 27th September
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24 September 2026
From Preston Pride and the banging 80s weekender to the launch of one of Lancashire's scariest Halloween attractions, there is something for everyone!
Burnley
Nestled in the heart of Pennine Lancashire, Burnley offers a rich mix of heritage, culture and open countryside. Towneley Hall Art Gallery & Museum is a standout attraction, set within a historic parkland estate and home to fascinating collections, period rooms and beautiful gardens. Nearby, the Weavers’ Triangle brings the town’s industrial past to life, with canalside walks and heritage spaces that tell the story of Burnley’s textile history.
For those looking to head outdoors, Burnley is surrounded by impressive landscapes, with the Singing Ringing Tree offering panoramic views across the moors and Towneley Park providing plenty of space for walking, cycling and family days out. Independent cafés, local shops, growing programme of events and a destination spa add to the town’s appeal, making Burnley a great base for exploring this part of Lancashire.
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Halloween Half-Term Fun at HAPPA: Pony Experiences, Family Events and a Dog Show
Posted on: 18 September 2026
Families and animal lovers are invited to enjoy a packed programme of Halloween-themed activities at HAPPA’s Shores Hey Farm in Burnley this October half-term
This weekend will be another busy one across Lancashire with plenty of great events filled with fun for you to enjoy.
Burnley Businesses
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The Woodland Spa
A peaceful oasis, set in 100 acres of beautiful countryside. Winner of the Best Spa in the North in the Good Spa Guide Awards.
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Outdoors
Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort
This brand new luxury hotel set in 40 acres of private parkland in Burnley, Lancashire, within the Crow Wood resort. With spectacular views of Pendle Hill and the surrounding countryside, a beautiful ornamental lake and fabulous gardens.
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Free things to do
Queen's Park Burnley
Designed by Robert Murray and opened in 1893, Queen's Park was Burnley's first public park.
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The Lawrence
The Lawrence's restaurant space, The Courtyard, is open to hotel guests and non residents.
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Free things to do
Towneley Park
Towneley Park is the largest and most popular park in Burnley. It has a long history as a private estate, with much of it's current landscape the result of work carried out in the late eighteenth century by Charles Towneley.
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Scott Park - Burnley
Scott Park has a beautiful Victorian bandstand, woodland walks bowling greens and an excellent play area for children including a giant draughts board.
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Talon - the Best of Eagles 30th Anniversary - Burnley Mechanics
Date: 8th Oct 2027
Talon Best of the Eagles 30th AnniversaryTalon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK and BUSY BEING FABULOUS ‘25/26 will once again feature the Eagles timeless back catal...
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Nashville Live - Burnley Mechanics
Date: 28th Apr 2027
Europe’s number one multi-award-winning show Nashville Live, this hit country show returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping classic country!The upcoming tour will showcase highly-acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cas...
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Arts & Culture
Thunderbirds Are Go! - Burnley Mechanics
Date: 23rd May 2027
Thunderbirds Are Go. Anything can happen in the next half hour.As one of Britain’s best-loved sci-fi series, Thunderbirds was loved by millions. It revolutionised television with groundbreaking supermarionation puppetry and jaw-droppin...
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Bone Machine - Burnley Mechanics
Date: 7th Mar 2027
BONE MACHINE are a band of internationally renowned touring and recording musicians that perform a rebrand, melancholic, and punk jazz set of Tom Wait songs. The band comprises Jack Healy on vocals and social strategy, Conor Brady on guitars and s...
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The Style Councillors - Burnley Mechanics
Date: 28th Jan 2027
The world's only tribute to the mighty Style Council, a full 11 piece line-up replicating the very best from probably the best pop group in the world!The Style Councillors are the ultimate tribute to The Style Council. With Swirling Ha...
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Hometown Glory Candlelit Concert - Burnley Mechanics
Date: 4th Jun 2027
The Ultimate Adele Tribute - Live by CandlelightThe award-winning production, starring Natalie Black, brings an unforgettable evening of live music by candlelight. This internationally acclaimed production combines the intimacy and atm...
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Cycling into History - The Padiham Loop
Distance7 mile
Learn all about Padiham's history on this interesting cycle route around the town
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