A very warm welcome to Lancashire!

This Sunday is National Ice Cream Day, and with so many fabulous parlours situated throughout Lancashire, we could not help but pull together some suggestions of where to celebrate the day.  

A record number of parks and green spaces across the UK have reached the high standards required to receive a coveted Green Flag Award in 2025.

Unsure on what to do this weekend, take a look at the list of exciting events below or for even more inspiration head over to our events guide here.

The Blackpool International Soul Festival celebrates its 10^th anniversary in 2026 with 3-days of wonderful soul music at the Winter Gardens Blackpool from June 19^th-21^st.

Barnum is heading to the Winter Gardens Blackpool - 9th June to 13th June 

Gisburn Forest, near Slaidburn, is bursting with affordable adventures for the whole family throughout the school holidays.

The Green Fayre returns to Beacon Country Park in Up Holland on July 19 and 20, 2025 (11am to 5pm).   

Blackpool’s favourite sea creatures won’t be the only animals under the surface this July, as Angry Birds are visiting SEA LIFE Blackpool to host an energetic activity trail for the whole family.  

Richard O’Brien’s THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW will roar back into Blackpool Grand Theatre from Monday 11 May to Saturday 16 May 2026 for a fabulous night of fun, frolics and frivolity that’s NOT to be missed.

Sandcastle Waterpark and Pleasure Beach unite for the ultimate day out.

Sharing a flat can be murder...

The 2025 edition of Burnley Canal Festival is now confirmed for its regular date at August Bank Holiday weekend.

Fancy something sweet to do this weekend? Lancashire has you covered! With everything from gingerbread festivals to fun village shows, plus dinosaurs, pirates and princesses – you won't be bored when you enjoy a great event in Lancashire.

The Gingerbread Festival returns to Ormskirk this week, bringing fun and family entertainment to the town centre on Sunday 13 July. 

Lancaster’s iconic Toll House Inn has reopened with a striking new look following a £600,000 renovation.

Parents wanting to take the kids out for a bite to eat but not worry about the cost during the school summer holidays can make the most of an offer where they can feed them for nothing.

Whether it's award-winning cuisine you’re looking for, highly graded accommodation with amazing facilities, or a completely unique guest experience, Lancashire has lots on offer to make your visit extra special and truly memorable.

From Michelin starred restaurants to luxury cabins perfect for a secluded escape away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you can count on Lancashire to provide luxury like no other.

Our four-day luxury getaway includes one of the UK's ten three Michelin Star restaurants, the Good Spa Guides top UK spa and more.

With a rich history overlaying our county, there is so much to see and do in Lancashire for those who love learning about the past and how it shapes our future and connections to our King. Embark on this three-day itinerary today to discover more.

Affinity Lancashire is the place to be this summer, as once again there's a huge range of family friendly events planned, and even better they are FREE!

The popular Colne Food and Drink Festival is coming back at the end of the month.

Get ready for the most anticipated music experience of the year: Thornton Rocks 2025 is set to return on Saturday 6 September, hosted at the stunning Thornton Hall Country Park, near Skipton.

Take a look at some of the exciting shows coming up this July at Winter Gardens Blackpool.

This weekend Visit Lancashire will be attending the National Festival of Making in Blackburn, where we will be showcasing a range of delicious food and drink providers in the Taste Lancashire tent – which will be located on King Wiliams Street.

The towns beloved Southern style restaurant and bar, re-opens following an exciting re-fresh… 

Michael Rosen, Clare Ferguson Walker, Henry Normal, Nigel Planer, John Hegley, Jan Brierton, Robin Ince and Luke Wright will be leading the ‘raucous celebration of words’ at the Morecambe Poetry Festival this September 12-14.

The master of mind control is back and this time it’s personal!

Northcote, a renowned Michelin-starred restaurant and country house hotel in the Ribble Valley, has launched an exciting new Summer Gourmet Menu, the first to be unveiled since Lisa Goodwin-Allen returned to the property as chef patron-director.

Check out some of the fantastic shows that are coming to Blackpool Grand Theatre this July - trust us, there's some good ones.

This year marks a monumental milestone in British history as we look back on 200 years of the modern railway

The Spa Hotel at Ribby Hall Village is proud to announce that it has once again been named Best Day Spa in the UK by the prestigious Good Spa Guide — marking its fourth consecutive win of this national award.

Blackpool Air Show is set to return on 9 and 10 August with two days of spectacular aerial displays from some of the world’s finest military and civilian aircraft over the seafront.

Blackpool Grand Theatre is marking Midsummer’s Day with a killer cast reveal as the ensemble is announced for Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger’s Drift!

The Baton of Hope UK tour 2025 was officially launched in Blackpool today (Thursday 19 June) on the town’s iconic Promenade in front of the world famous Tower – with the powerful and poignant announcement that the national tour will begin right here in Blackpool on Monday 1 September!

A dream will come true in Lancaster next week when a new ground-breaking trading card game is launched

The much-loved Café at Walterz in Staining has undergone a truly tasty transformation - unveiling exciting new menus and a vibrant new outlook thanks to the arrival of homegrown culinary talent, Chef Nathan Shaw.

Wyre Council, in partnership with the Wyre Rivers Trust and Lancashire County Council, is proud to announce the successful completion of Phase 1 of the Gateway to the Wyre Estuary Project.

The sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! embarks on a new UK tour visiting the Winter Gardens Blackpool from 28 April –3 May 2026

A family fun day bringing Pendle’s diverse communities together is taking place on Saturday 28th June in Nelson, Lancashire.

Michael Harrison, in association with Cameron Mackintosh, is delighted to announce the full casting for a major UK and Ireland tour of MISS SAIGON.

SEA LIFE Blackpool invites visitors to experience the wonders of the ocean with smaller crowds and bigger savings, offering a huge 40% off midweek tickets for a limited time.

More Music will host the Three Degrees Festival on Saturday 5 July from 12pm-5pm, a vibrant free community festival featuring live music, art and creative workshops for all ages and abilities, all themed around climate change and the positive actions communities can take to make a difference.

Katy Lipson for Aria Entertainment and John Stalker Productions with co-producers ADAMA Entertainment and Guy James are delighted to announce the full cast of THE ADDAMS FAMILY The Musical Comedy UK tour heading to the Winter Gardens Blackpool from 26 – 30 August 2025!

Brockholes’ annual village fete is coming back for the August bank holiday weekend later this summer. 

Wyre Council is proud to officially unveil a new brass marker commemorating the borough’s connection to one of the most iconic film franchises in history, Star Wars.

Teams are being encouraged to sign up to take part in a ‘Race Across Lancashire’ event, an exciting fundraising challenge organised by the charity Lancashire Women. This adventure event, taking place on the 6^th & 7^th September, is inspired by the popular TV show ‘Race Across the World’ and invites teams to register for an unforgettable journey across the county.

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.

Lorne Michaels, Crossroads Live and Sonia Friedman Productions are delighted to announce further details of the 2026/2027 UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL! 

That's the message from the Forest of Bowland National Landscape Partnership, co-ordinators of the annual Festival Bowland events programme.

There is a very special birthday happening in Blackpool this week… and it is guaranteed to be a roaring celebration all families will want to be a part of. 

Lancashire’s Michelin-starred sō-lō restaurant has once again earned a coveted place on the National Restaurant Awards Top 100 list for 2025, placing at number 86.

The National Festival of Making returns to Blackburn on 5–6 July 2025 for a vibrant weekend of creativity, community and craftsmanship.

Spectacular imagery showcasing the developed design of Eden Project Morecambe has been revealed today. 

Lancashire’s equine welfare charity Horses and Ponies Protection Association (HAPPA), and HAPPA Direct are holding the first ever Burnley Festival of the Horse at Shores Hey Farm, Blackhouse Lane, Briercliffe, Burnley, BB10 3QU on Saturday 16th August 2025 from 11am until 4pm.

It’s Pride Month, and as a county, Lancashire is ready to celebrate.

Pride Month takes place each June due to the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots which took place in New York, 55 years ago. The events and parades that take place to celebrate Pride are open to all LGBTQ+ community members and their allies as a celebration of love, acceptance and solidarity.

Home to the Kings Castle of the North, Lancaster has had a strong royal connection for centuries. So what better way to celebrate the recent royal visit from King Charles III than with a stroll around this beautiful historic city.

Ribby Hall Village, Lancashire's premier holiday destination, is thrilled to announce it has once again retained its coveted Five Star Holiday Village status from Visit England.

Get your sunhats ready and your picnic blankets packed – the Oakhill Summer Festival is on Saturday 14th June, and it’s going to be a cracker!

Following a successful pilot event last year, Capital of Dance will return as an annual fixture in Blackpool’s event calendar from the 1^st-31^st July.

Learn new skills and cook exciting dishes with the ultimate foodie experience in the heart of Lancashire

Check out some of the fantastic shows that are coming to Grand Theatre Blackpool over the next month.  RUM by Joe Mallalieu – Tuesday 3 June at 7pm in The STUDIO Joe Mallalieu’s ‘strikingly hones..

Dads can enjoy a free pint at Marco Pierre White’s Blackpool restaurant making their Father’s Day even more special while they spend some quality time with their family.

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've put together a short list of exciting events taking place across the county.

The world-renowned Blackpool Dance Festival finished on Friday 30th May after 14 days of sequins, sambas and stunning dance competitions across Ballroom and Latin American categories at the iconic Winter Gardens.  The festival, in its 99^th year, is one of the region's most significant cultural and economic contributors.

6th June: A Tribute To The Carpenters Experience the timeless harmonies and unforgettable melodies of one of the world's most beloved sibling duos. This tribute celebration brings Karen and Richar..

An award-winning Lancashire spa hotel has retained its 5 Bubble Rating from the Good Spa Guide for an impressive 13^th year in a row.

TV royalty Ant and Dec’s wax figures have returned to Madame Tussauds Blackpool after a transformation

Stars from around the globe will head to Colne this August for the 2025 Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival.

As Samlesbury Hall celebrates its 700th anniversary in 2025, a major new book is set to reveal the full, dramatic sweep of its remarkable story. A Journey Through Time is a rich and atmospheric exploration of one of Lancashire’s most iconic and enigmatic buildings.

Get your forks ready and your taste buds primed - the Yummy Brummie is coming to town!

Showtown Blackpool, in partnership with acclaimed exhibition designers Casson Mann Ltd, is overjoyed to announce that it has been awarded Permanent Exhibition of the Year at the prestigious Museums + Heritage Awards 2025.

This week marks Mental Health Awareness Week with this year’s theme being community. As humans, we thrive when we have strong connections with other people and supportive communities that remind us, we are not alone.

Families in Lancashire looking for outdoor fun this May half term will find a new reason to visit WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre as it opens its exciting Paddle and Play with a brand new wet play area.

The full line-up has been announced for the highly anticipated 2025 #AmazingAccrington Food & Drink Festival, taking place on Saturday 7th June

As excitement builds, here’s everything you need to know about South Ribble Live Penwortham, taking place on Friday 9 and Saturday 10 May 2025.

American country star Brittney Spencer will fly to the UK to exclusively headline The British Country Music Festival 2025, alongside the UK-born talents Sam Palladio and Janet Devlin.

There’s something wonderful about a trip to the beach in summer. Feeling the soft warm sand between your toes, the smell of the fresh sea air, and the taste of delicious ice cream, especially if you can bring your four-legged friend along too.

Although some of Lancashire’s beaches impose restrictions during the summer months, there are still plenty of great dog-friendly beaches waiting to be explored.

If you are planning a getaway with your loved one, a long weekend away with the girls, or a trip into nature with a group of friends... look no further, we have it all in Lancashire. 

With so much coming up at Blackpool Grand Theatre, be sure to check out this handy list of all the fantastic shows coming up this month. Heritage Tour & Afternoon Tea - Friday 2 May at 11.30am. Enjo..

Pleasure Beach Resort is offering more ways to ride late with events from April to September this year.

Burnley is set to come alive with words, creativity, and storytelling as the much-loved Wordy Weekend returns from 14th - 18th May

There are so many exciting events coming up at the Winter Gardens Blackpool this May, take a look at the list below to discover more. 1st-3rd May :   Only Fools & Horses The Musical Stick a pony i..

A Saturday lunchtime of bottomless fun, exaggerated hair and fierce fabulousness is being planned at a Blackpool restaurant as it looks to help set the tone for Blackpool Pride in full-on glittery style.

Blackpool’s very first Restaurant Week has officially wrapped after eight days of packed venues, pop-up events and a clear appetite for more.

This year marks 80 years since the end of World War II in Europe, a day traditionally celebrated on 8th May as VE Day. Take a look at this blog to discover more about what's on.

As the hot weather continues in Britain’s favourite seaside town, the capybaras at Blackpool Zoo took a break from greeting their adoring fans to cool off in the lake.

Blackpool is preparing a series of events as the town joins the rest of the nation to celebrate the anniversary of VE Day on Thursday 8 May 2025.

Sgt Troy has had a Grand promotion!

From Thursday 1 May, Wyre's seasonal dog ban on bathing beaches will be in effect until Tuesday 30 September.

The Blackpool Comedy Festival was officially launched yesterday ahead of Blackpool becoming the UK’s comedy capital once again as a packed programme returns from 24 May to 1 June 2025, bringing together world-class comedians, immersive outdoor entertainment, and exciting new programming across the resort.

The cast of Only Fools of Horses have landed in Blackpool ahead of its run at the Winter Gardens Blackpool.  

The award-winning Spa Hotel at Ribby Hall Village has unveiled exciting new additions to its signature Aqua Thermal Journey, further cementing its status as one of the North West’s leading spa destinations.

Oh what a beautiful afternoon it will be when Morecambe’s award-winning Promenade Concert Orchestra perform Music From The Shows this May.

Lancashire is awash with many different cultural venues, from galleries and museums to celebrated buildings and historic homes.  

Following the recent announcement that Michelin-starred hotel and restaurant Northcote has been sold by The Stafford Collection, ownership has now passed to Silkstone Finance — the investment vehicle of Alf and Clare Ellis.

The eagerly anticipated Garstang Walking Festival is set to return next month, offering a fantastic opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the stunning landscapes of Garstang and its surroundings.

Preston Jazz Festival is returning this year with a total of 42 different free musical events and activities.

The search is on for portraits painted by a remarkable artist and pioneering inventor who lived and worked in Lancaster more than a century ago.

One of Preston’s favourite live music venues, 53 Degrees, is set to make a triumphant return in August 2025 after nearly a decade of closure.

Casting is announced today for the UK and Ireland tour of John Cleese’s Fawlty Towers – The Play. Following the hugely successful and critically acclaimed West End run earlier this year and a return three-month summer season this June, “the funniest show in town” (Daily Express) will embark on a major 10-month tour from 30 September 2025-July 2026.