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20,000 support Blackpool's bid to be UK City of Culture 2029
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13 August 2026
Blackpool’s bid to be named UK City of Culture 2029 has been supported by 20,000 people so far.
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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Be Inspired
From freshly baked scones to thousands of gallons of tea, The Blackpool Tower Ballroom is preparing to celebrate Afternoon Tea Week after revealing it serves more than 45,000 afternoon teas every year.
Blackpool has unveiled a dazzling array of new, family-friendly features set to illuminate the resort’s famous 2026 Illuminations display, created in collaboration with three acclaimed female artists.
Blackpool Businesses
Family Friendly | Coastal | Free
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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Family Friendly | Coastal | Arts & Culture
Showtown Blackpool
Showtown is Blackpool's brand new, side-tickling, eye-popping, toe-tapping, mind-boggling family attraction.
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Coastal
Hotel Sheraton
At the Hotel Sheraton, they truly understand that every Bride & Groom want their Wedding and Reception to be the most perfect day to mark the start of their new lives together.
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Coastal
VIVA Blackpool
Prepare to be astounded by our amazing venue providing wonderful pre-show dining, and a fantastic bar... but we're also the home of some of the most sensational shows in town! All of this is under one roof - that's not a dream, it's Viva Blackpool!
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Family Friendly | History & Heritage
Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours
Following thorough checks by independent experts, two historic trams have been given the green light to return to service.
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Blofest - Joey Blower - Viva Blackpool
Date: 14th Nov 2026
Celebrating his 30th season in Blackpool! The return of Joey Blower to the Viva Blackpool stage across a 2 day event.Saturday = Special Guests! Including the 'Rag Dolls' and Sunday = PubStars!
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Now I'm Here - Queen Tribute - Viva Blackpool
Date: 18th Sept 2026
Forty years ago, Queen released their 12th album, A Kind of Magic, marking their first album since their acclaimed performance at Live Aid in 1985. This album was an instant hit in the UK, skyrocketing to number one and selling 100,000 copies in i...
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Jim Davidson - Viva Blackpool
Date: 15th Jan 2027
Comedy from one of the all time greats of British humour. Telling it as it is in his own style A Great British Comedian Join Britain’s best loved funny man on his marathon swim as he resists the pull of the under-current of radical sensibilities o...
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Bay City Rollermania - Viva Blackpool
Date: 28th Dec 2026
The remaining band members of Les McKeowns Bay City Rollers reunite to play the songs, tell the tales and re-live life on the road.Remaining band members Phil Hendriks, Darren Lee, Scott McGowan, Nick Gornall and Alex Southgate re-grou...
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Rocky Horror Bottomless Brunch - Viva Blackpool
Date: 31st Oct 2026
Non-stop hits performed live by our sensational vocalists. From “Time Warp” to “Sweet Transvestite” and everything in between!DJ Party host creating the perfect soundscape to your day!Delicious Mouth-watering sharing platte...
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Rock Anthems Bottomless Brunch! - Viva Blackpool
Date: 10th Oct 2026
Eat, drink and sing your heart out as our sensational live cast perform iconic rock anthems from across the decades — from arena-shaking classics to modern rock favourites. Expect huge vocals, electric energy and a crowd that’s ready to raise the...
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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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