A very warm welcome to Lancashire!

The humble onion takes centre stage alongside quail, native lobster and Lake District lamb, plus a creative take on millionaire shortbread, in the latest five course tasting menu by award-winning Michelin Star chef Lisa Goodwin-Allen.

Dive into the delightfully outrageous musical UNFORTUNATE: THE UNTOLD STORY OF URSULA THE SEA WITCH starring Shawna Hamic (Orange is the New Black, 1776 on Broadway) as ‘Ursula’ and River Medway (RuPaul’s Drag Race UK) as ‘Ariel’ from Tuesday 21 May to Saturday 25 May at Blackpool Grand Theatre.

As the 50th Preston Caribbean Carnival approaches, organisers are gearing up for a spectacular celebration of Caribbean culture like never before.

Australian superstar Jason Donovan is heading to the Winter Gardens in Blackpool in Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show, this November as part of a new world tour!

The celebrated production of C.S. Lewis’ The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, which was loved by audiences and critics alike during its recent West End run, will embark on a major new tour of the UK & Ireland, visiting the Winter Gardens Blackpool from 29 July – 2^nd August 2025.  

There's lots of exciting events taking place this weekend, to make it easier for you to choose we have put together of some of the excting things taking place but for even more ideas and inspriation make sure to check out our events guide.

Looking to treat yourself or someone you love to afternoon tea? Lancashire has so many great options, including a number of experiences that really up the ante when it comes to making your afternoon tea extra special.  

After a hiatus of several years, Preston City Council have announced the reintroduction of Friday trading at Preston’s Outdoor Market.

A fierce, funny look at the alternative stories of the villainised women in Greek mythology comes to the Dukes, Lancaster on the 11th & 12th June.

Lancashire’s newest music festival OAK FEST is back on 27th July at Oak Hill Park in Accrington and has extended its early bird ticket sale until 1st June

Two live music events are coming to South Ribble over the next two months as Penwortham Live and Longton Live return.

Lancashire’s Brindle Distillery – home of the world-famous Cuckoo Gin – will be the main spirits provider for Highest Point festival.

The first of the two long weekends in May is upon us, and Lancashire has so much to offer to visitors and residents alike.

Bank holiday weekend is here and there are so many exciting events happening in Lancashire. We've put together this handy list of some of the things taking place over this long weekend but for even more ideas and inspiration check out our events guide here.

Blackpool & Fylde Light Opera Company say He’s My Boy as they announce they will be bringing the smash-hit musical EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE to Blackpool Grand Theatre from Wednesday 28 May to Saturday 31 May 2025!

Following the incredible success of the launch of 2019’s ‘Blackpool Comedy Festival’, Winter Gardens Blackpool, Manford’s Comedy Club and Showtown Blackpool have today announced the festival will return to the home of British comedy in July 2024 with an all-star line-up.

The Dukes award-winning outdoor walkabout theatre show returns to Lancaster’s Williamson Park this summer as the Dukes present their annual award winning production featuring a stellar cast of 6 actors.

The excitement is building for the 2024 Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival following the announcement of a spectacular line-up for this year's event, which takes place over the August Bank Holiday Weekend (23^rd - 25^th August 2024).

Wyre Council invites you to join them to celebrate two decades of the Garstang Walking Festival this upcoming May bank holiday!

A lineup of events to suit all ages and tastes has been announced for the first ever Spot On Festival.

May 2024 - Blackpool Grand Theatre Show Listings 

Reginald Rose’s gripping courtroom thriller Twelve Angry Men is wowing audiences across the UK and will be in session at Blackpool Grand Theatre from Monday 29 April to Saturday 4 May packed full of famous names!

History, it has been said, informs and inspires us to step more compassionately into the future.

Attention partygoers and music lovers - limited tickets now remain for the highly anticipated Preston Bank Holiday Weekender, on May 4th & 5th.

Radio 2’s flagship annual live music event, Radio 2 in the Park, will take place this year in Moor Park in Preston, Lancashire on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th September, as revealed this morning by Gaby Roslin on the Radio 2 Breakfast Show.

Set against the stunning Lancashire backdrop, OAK FEST 24 is a best-value and vibrant festival for 2024, headlining platinum selling star Kate Nash

In a move to diversify their offering, a Lancashire Rescue & Rehoming Centre for horses has launched the Happy Hounds Breakfast Club, a monthly gathering for dog lovers and their furry companions. World Horse Welfare is inviting local dog owners to join them on the first Sunday of every month from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm at their Penny Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre, near Blackpool

With a massive 137 miles of coast to enjoy in Lancashire, it’s no wonder that so many people come to the region in search of some seaside fun.

You’d be crazy to miss Joe Orton’s magnificently manic farce WHAT THE BUTLER SAW at Blackpool Grand Theatre from Tuesday 14 May to Saturday 18 May!

The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside has announced its acceptance into the Green Match Fund with The Big Give.

After winning a national comedy competition, local lass, Lizzie Norm returns to her home town to take part in the Lancaster Comedy Festival in a few weeks.

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.

There are ancient trees, tall trees and wide trees, but which is Lancashire’s highest tree?

Burnley is gearing up for a long weekend of music, dance and community spirit as the town prepares for the Burnley Live music festival next month.

imitating the dog and Leeds Playhouse are set to bring a thrilling and moving new adaptation of Mary Shelley’s iconic Gothic tale, Frankenstein to the Dukes in Lancaster from 24th - 27th April.

With just days to go before Blackpool’s biggest ever art trail, the app for Elmer’s Big Parade Blackpool is now available and completely free to download.

This week we celebrated National Farm Animals Day by collating videos of some of Lancashire’s cutest farmyard residents, from piglets to lambs, buffalo to goats.

The Preston Bank Holiday Weekender has released its final wave of tickets, with early bird and general tickets having sold out!

Moor Hall Restaurant with Rooms, Chef Mark Birchall’s two Michelin-starred culinary destination in Aughton, Lancashire, is set to expand its accommodation offering with the launch of seven new Garden Rooms. 

Onjali Q. Raúf’s famous tale of THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS has been beautifully brought to life in a heartwarming new production from renowned writer Nick Ahad (BBC’s Better, Emmerdale, Glory).

Easter holidays are here and with parents looking for cost-effective fun to keep their children entertained, the launch of Merlin Blackpool’s new Pick ‘N’ Mix pass couldn’t have come at a better time. 

The sculptures which will be on display across town as part of Elmer’s Big Parade Blackpool have been revealed to the art trail’s sponsors and supporters.

The Dukes award-winning outdoor walkabout theatre show returns to Lancaster’s Williamson Park this summer as the Dukes present their annual award winning production

As we wave goodbye to the colder months, we say hello to everything that spring has to offer in Lancashire. Amongst the newborn lambs, blossoming trees and rejuvenated landscapes of this beautiful county, you can always find something to do especially in our great outdoors.

Highest Point Festival tickets and goodies are up for grabs as part of a giant easter egg hunt.

Find an extravaganza of entertainment on your doorstep, with three individually themed fun-filled entertainment zones to explore, interactive workshops to take part in, a huge main stage with live music and performances from family favourite stars and even more!

01 – 07 April The Junior Dance Competition – Running since 1957, the annual Blackpool Junior Dance festival returns to celebrate the talent in the junior dance ranks for 2024. Historically, over 3..

The producers of the global sensation & JULIET are delighted to announce that multi-platinum selling recording artist and award-winning West End actor, Matt Cardle, will play the role of Shakespeare in the upcoming UK and Ireland tour.

The results of the latest round of super-sized pregnancy testing at Blackpool Zoo has revealed that two elephants are expecting (big) little bundles of joy.

Residents and visitors flocked to the town centre on Saturday (23 March) for a celebration of creativity.

Bing and Flop from the multi-award winning animated children’s television series is at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre with a brand-new activity trail as part of ‘Bing’s Nature Explorers’ - a new joint event programme between WWT, the charity for wetlands and wildlife, and independent creative studio Acamar Films.

Beloved national treasure, biologist and broadcaster, Sir David Attenborough, has been immortalised in wax at Madame Tussauds Blackpool.  

Lytham St Annes’ newest place from which to eat, drink, sleep and explore is now open, as The Inn Collection Group proudly launched Offshore on St Annes South Promenade.

Thinking of a trip to the theatre this April, check out what's on at Blackpool Grand Theatre below.

Today marks the grand opening of The Backlot Cinema & Diner, located in Houndshill Shopping Centre’s new extension. The unique destination promises to re-define the cinematic experience and bring the very best entertainment to the heart of the local community.

Lancaster’s Williamson Park will be taken over by Celtic rock, dinosaurs, owls and archery as part of this year’s Big Family Day Out.

A spectacular programme of shows, events and new attractions has been unveiled as Blackpool looks to cement its place as the UK’s most popular seaside destination.

Did you know Lancashire is home to some of the darkest skies in the country? We are incredibly lucky that it’s possible to see the Milky Way, meteors and even the Northern Lights - you just need to know where to look and how to best set your phone or camera up!

The three-day show will take place from 26 - 28 of July at the beautiful Astley Park and promises to be a vibrant celebration of all things floral.

Winter Gardens Blackpool is delighted to announce the return of the Blackpool Comedy Festival in partnership with several resort partners including Showtown and the Comedy Station

Stephen Daldry’s stunning production of JB Priestley’s gripping drama An Inspector Calls will visit Blackpool Grand Theatre for ONE WEEK ONLY in February 2025.

Blackpool has lined up a whole basketful of Easter fun and entertainment as the 2024 tourism season springs into life.

With the Holiday Inn Blackpool opening its doors this May, RBH Hospitality Management has revealed brand new images of the new hotel and Marco’s New York Italian restaurant.   

Lytham St Annes’ seafront was lit up by The Inn Collection Group this weekend, as their latest pub with rooms, Offshore, debuted in the latter half of the coastal twin towns.

Popular character, Stick Man, based on the children’s picture book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, features in a new free activity trail officially launched at Ridgeway Farm, Blackpool on Friday 29th March 2024, which will encourage children to get outdoors and explore the natural world.  

With one month to go until Elmer’s Big Parade Blackpool, organisers Brian House Children’s Hospice has revealed one of the sculptures on the art trail.

Poulton-le-Fylde will be filled with culture this June as a theatre, music, and dance festival comes to the town.

From the creative team behind The Hairy Maclary & Friends Show

HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) will be invaded by four legged beasts of a prehistoric variety this Easter half term.

Two incredible weekends of music have been confirmed for South Ribble this year with the return of the popular ‘live’ events – back and bigger than ever before!

Following on from last year's success, the Dukes are back with BLAST FEST, an annual celebration and snapshot of new work created by artists from or with a strong connection to our region.

Alongside the picturesque landscapes, historic charm and warm welcome you find in Lancashire, there is a growing range of fantastic eco-friendly options for those looking to getaway in a more earth friendly way.

Egg Rolling, an iconic Easter tradition spanning more than 150 years, is once again scheduled to take place at Avenham and Miller Parks in Preston on Easter Monday, 1 April from 11am - 4pm.

The world-famous Red Arrows display team have confirmed they will return to Blackpool this summer to perform on both days of the annual Blackpool Air Show.

The hilarious, high-kicking new musical Here You Come Again – The New Dolly Parton Musical rides into Blackpool Grand Theatre this November. Book your seats now before you miss out!

There’s an egg-cellent choice of Easter-themed craft activities in store at Barton Grange Garden Centre this April.

World Book Day is here, and Lancashire has everything you need to celebrate right on its doorstep.

Spring has sprung in Lancashire, making it an ideal time to get out, enjoy the outside and see what wildlife you can spot in Lancashire’s great outdoor attractions.

The Backlot Cinema & Diner’s IMAX screen has arrived in Blackpool. A grand reception, featuring showgirls, stilt walkers, and jugglers, took place on Blackpool's iconic comedy carpet today as the colossal IMAX screen made its journey from Canada to the heart of Blackpool

New visually captivating production images released by Leeds Playhouse and imitating the dog show the gothic beauty of their psychologically thrilling remake of Frankenstein

The Backlot Cinema & Diner is thrilled to announce it will be opening its doors on 22nd March 2024. Located in Houndshill Shopping Centre’s new extension, the cinema & diner will bring the very best entertainment to the heart of the Blackpool community.

Four-tier scheme launches at £12.50 offering priority on-sales, exclusive offers and events

This Saturday the incredible Independent Street Artisan Market will return to town to bring a street food arena, handcrafted goods, handmade treats, and drinks. The parade starts from St John’s Church on Albert Road at 6pm and conclude at Colne Bus Station for the grand finale.

Morecambe has risen to TV fame over the last few years thanks to the ever-increasing popularity of hit ITV show, The Bay. But it’s not the only location in the area to have had it’s time on TV and cinema screens.

The start of summer 2023 saw Greatest Days, the Take That Musical, hit our big screens and we couldn’t have been more excited. Did you know that Lancashire has featured on many productions over the years, both on the silver screen and at home?

Lancashire is no stranger to the big screen, with many cities, towns and villages being used as the backdrop in several big-name films and TV shows. From sci-fi series like Andor, which used Cleveleys beach front as the fictional seaside resort of Niamos, to A Brief Encounter, that was predominantly filmed at Carnforth Train Station, you’ll find may places in Lancashire right on your TV.

Crafty Vintage, the beloved celebration of artisanal craftsmanship and vintage treasures, is set to make a triumphant return to Lancashire this Easter Weekend.

There's plenty on at Blackpool Grand Theatre this March, take a look at what's coming up below...

Lancaster’s Williamson Park is the perfect setting for a fun, family friendly production of The Wind in the Willows this Easter.

If you’re holidaying on a budget or looking for a value for money option for your meals out, then you’re in luck! Lancashire has plenty of options, whether you are looking for a quick lunch, tea for the family or snack between meals.

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.

Organisers of ‘The Preston Weekender’ have pledged their commitment to profiling local talent alongside established performers, across the event, which features acts from numerous genres.

Revelations, secrets and oodles of behind-the-scenes gossip from a global television phenomenon.

The Fylde Coast transport operator were awarded the prestigious award at the 2023 Lancashire Tourism Awards on Tuesday 6^th February.

Award-winning writer John Godber OBE is back at Blackpool Grand Theatre this month with his celebrated comedy tale Bouncers.

Get your name down quick for this gritty, must-see masterpiece or you’re not coming in!

Global superstar, celebrated songwriter, style icon and the best-selling female country pop artist of all time Shania Twain is the fifth and final headliner to be revealed for TK Maxx presents Lytham Festival 2024.

Excitement is mounting, and social media channels are buzzing with plans to make a splash at Baylight '24.