What's on this weekend 25th – 27th September
From Preston Pride and the banging 80s weekender to the launch of one of Lancashire's scariest Halloween attractions, there is something for everyone!
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Rainy days in Lancashire don’t have to put a dampener on your plans – in fact, they open the door to a whole host of indoor experiences. From fascinating museums and heritage centres to family-friendly attractions, there’s plenty to explore when the weather turns. Step back in time at one of the county’s historic halls or discover engaging exhibitions that bring Lancashire’s rich industrial and cultural past to life. For those travelling with children, indoor activity centres, soft play venues and interactive experiences offer hours of entertainment whatever the weather.
If you’re looking to relax, Lancashire’s cosy cafés, traditional pubs and vibrant food halls provide the perfect refuge from the rain, often showcasing delicious local produce. You can also enjoy shopping in charming market towns, browse independent boutiques, or treat yourself to a spa day for some well-deserved pampering. Whether you’re seeking culture, comfort or family fun, Lancashire has everything you need to make a rainy day just as memorable as a sunny one.
From Preston Pride and the banging 80s weekender to the launch of one of Lancashire's scariest Halloween attractions, there is something for everyone!
There’s not long to go before Lancaster reverberates to the sounds of one of the country’s biggest city centre music festivals! Find out more about the festival which runs form October 8-11 and its preview events.
Horrockses is a name that many people in the city are likely to have heard, and for anyone in the world of fashion, it’s a name that they remember. The story of the brand is culturally significant for Britain, but why?
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Never been duck pin bowling? It’s exactly like ten pin bowling, except the lanes and balls are smaller, making a strike even harder to achieve.
Read MoreBowland Social is a vibrant social playground, bringing together classic games, great food and drinks, and a lively atmosphere.
Read MoreThe ancestral home of the Parker Family, Bowbearers of the Forest of Bowland who have lived there since 1507.
Read MoreImprove your personal fitness levels, spend quality time with friends and family, partake in rehabilitation activities, or remove the stresses and strains of everyday life
Read MoreA modern eight screen cinema in Preston city centre on the Animate Entertianment Complex
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Date: 29th Oct 2026
Expect games, activities, magical moments and lots of photo opportunities as we celebrate in true Oz style.
Read MoreDate: 27th Sept 2026
Step into a magical world of classic cartoon fun with this Mouse Clubhouse-inspired experience.
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Concert pianist, Madalina Rusu performing pieces composed by Chopin, Liszt, Schumann and Brahms.
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Katy Bradley and friends honour the greats of musical theatre.
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Join a journey of gentle conversation and music.
Read MoreEnjoy a delicious Horrockses-themed Afternoon Tea for Two in The Harris' beautiful Reading Room
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