Arts & Culture
Miss Saigon Delivers an Unforgettable Night of Theatre in Lancashire
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3 July 2026
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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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.
Coastal
Five announced as headline act for Blackpool Illuminations switch-on concert
Posted on: 30 June 2026
British pop favourites Five are set to make sure Everybody Gets Up for the biggest night in the resort’s calendar, as they take centre stage at this year’s Illuminations Switch On.
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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Groups | Coastal | History & Heritage
Grand Theatre
One of the few remaining theatres of great architectural character, designed by Frank Matcham. It has a magnificent 4-level auditorium with 1,200 seats.
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Coastal | History & Heritage
The Blackpool Tower Ballroom
Come and experience the magic of The Blackpool Tower's amazing history in The Blackpool Tower Ballroom.
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Coastal
Hotel Sheraton
A warm and friendly welcome awaits everyone who visits this family owned hotel situated on the cliffs at Queens Promenade opposite the Irish Sea.
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Arts & Culture | Coastal | Family Friendly
Comedy Carpet Blackpool
The Carpet, a permanent walk-on installation on the Tower Festival Headland at the foot of Blackpool Tower
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Boyzlife - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 20th Nov 2026
Irish pop duo featuring ex-members of Westlife and Boyzone. Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy perform pop hits by their former bands.There are few acts that accomplished the level of success that Boyzone and Westlife respectively achieved...
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Everything Changes: The Take That & Robbie Williams Story - Viva Blackpool
Date: 4th Sept 2026
Join the UK’s favourite tribute act Everything Changes, the Take That & Robbie Williams Story with an 11 piece band and dancers.Join the fun and be part of the action as the band take to the stage to perform all of Take That & Robbie W...
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Paul Smith - Happy - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 2nd Oct 2026
Attention comedy fans worldwide!Paul Smith is hitting the road again with his brand-new tour HAPPY and this is the biggest, boldest show of his career.Following sold-out runs and viral success across the globe, HAPPY takes...
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The Blackpool Tower Springtime Northern Soul Weekender - The Blackpool Tower
Date: 30th Apr 2027
The annual Springtime Northern and Modern Soul weekender, with Northern Soul dancing in the world-famous ballroom and Modern Soul galore up on the Fifth Floor! Top DJs and an unbeatable atmosphere guaranteed!
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Return to Memphis - Viva Blackpool
Date: 20th Nov 2026
Viva Blackpool is thrilled to announce we'll be hosting the iconic Return to Memphis.Hosted by the one and only Joey Blower, get set for a huge weekend celebrating 'The King' with competitors from all over the country convening on the...
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The Eminem Show - Viva Blackpool
Date: 23rd Oct 2026
Get ready for an electrifying, high-energy night as The Eminem Show, the award-winning Eminem tribute act by the incredibly talented James Wythes, takes over VIVA Blackpool for one night only!With his uncanny resemblance to Eminem and...
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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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