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Lancashire offers a wide range of free events, from community festivals and outdoor performances to exhibitions and local markets. These accessible events provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy culture, entertainment, and activities without any cost.
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Blackpool Illuminations 2026
Dates: 4th Sept 2026 - 3rd Jan 2027
The world-famous Illuminations need little introduction. With six miles of traditional festoons, tableaux and interactive features along the Promenade, no wonder it’s…
Meet Smallfoot the Yuletide Yeti!
Date: 23rd Dec 2026
Step into Christmas at Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood with our FREE events!
Meet the Christmas Trees ALIVE!
Date: 20th Dec 2026
Step into Christmas at Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood with our FREE events!
Meet the Magical Snow Lion with the Enchanted…
Date: 28th Nov 2026
Step into Christmas at Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood with our FREE events!
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Happiness! The Ken Dodd Exhibition - Showtown
Dates: 10th Nov 2026 - 2nd Jan 2027
Happiness! The Ken Dodd ExhibitionGet ready for a wonderfully wacky, gloriously giggle-filled celebration of one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers as Happiness! The Ken Dodd Exhibition arrives at Showtown this summer.Ope...
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Gosling Gang (toddler sessions) - Martin Mere Wetland Centre
Dates: 11th Nov 2026 - 9th Dec 2026
Every Wednesday in term time, join us for our Gosling Gang sessions.Gosling Gang is a morning of fun and learning for your toddlers, including story time, sing along and toddler activities. The sessions are approximately one hour and a...
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Baby Bounce & Rhyme - The Harris
Dates: 11th Nov 2026 - 10th Feb 2027
Sharing songs and rhymes is a fun way for babies and toddlers to develop their language skills.Please note: The Family Library will be closed for essential maintenance from Monday 23 November to Saturday 28 November. Baby Bounce and Rh...
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Rays' "Knits, Biscuits & Treats" Drop in. . 10 - The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Date: 11th Nov 2026
Rossendale Rays' new community hub at The Coach House within The Whitaker Museum, Whitaker Park, Rawtenstall.Knits & Biscuits drop in 9:30-12 noonSpecial offer 3.50 breakfast club - includes any hot drink and bakery item (f...
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Conversational Workshop: Horrockses Fashions, From Drawing to Dress - The Harris
Date: 11th Nov 2026
To coincide with our Horrockses Fashions exhibition, glimpse at the design process with Decorative Art Curator, Scott Schiavone and discover the remarkable Horrockses Fashions design archive.Explore rarely displayed design books and sa...
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Brockholes Pram Walk - Brockholes Nature Reserve
Dates: 12th Nov 2026 - 17th Dec 2026
Join us for a brisk 1 hour walk around the reserve on pram friendly paths. A great way to get out in the fresh air, get some exercise and improve your own health, as well as meet and chat with other new parents and carers. You are then welcome to...
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The Cuerdale Hoard with Harris Volunteer Roisin - The Harris
Date: 12th Nov 2026
The Cuerdale Hoard is one of the largest Viking silver hoards ever found, reported to be much larger than its nearest rival in Britain or Ireland and this talk, led by Harris volunteer Roisin, will be an introduction to this local treasure trove.
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Sewing Café Workshops - Rag-Writing - Judges Lodgings Museum
Date: 12th Nov 2026
Ripped jeans, dirty laundry and laddered tights- these are the stories we wear.Join local myth-maker, Michael Forde, for a creative writing workshop inspired by rags and stains. Bring your most tattered clothes or find the stories in our rag...
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Junior Craft Club - The Harris
Dates: 12th Nov 2026 - 11th Feb 2027
Drop-in to our Discover Preston Gallery and have a go at one of our craft activities. Take inspiration from the different collection items around you, including Horace the Elk.Children must be supervised at all times.
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Artisan Christmas Market “Ivy” - Holden Clough Nurseries
Dates: 14th Nov 2026 - 15th Nov 2026
Saturday 14th November 2026, 9.00am - 5.00pmSunday 15th November 2026, 10.00am - 4.00pmOur popular Artisan Christmas Markets are back...Our Christmas Markets are back, nestled amongst the beautiful surroundings...
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Lego Club - The Harris
Dates: 14th Nov 2026 - 13th Feb 2027
Calling all master builders! Bring the world of Horrible Histories to life this summer. Create your own castle, palace, dungeon, Rotten Roman Empire or Awesome Egyptian Pyramid.Children must be supervised at all times.
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Creative Futures Taster Session: Monoprinting - The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Date: 14th Nov 2026
Join us for this session to learn more about the upcoming Creative Futures Project and our plans for the next 3 years. Find out how you'll be able to get involved in festival production, sound and tech, curation, and exhibiting through a series of...
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Theatre Tours - Lancaster Grand Theatre
Dates: 14th Nov 2026 - 10th Jul 2027
243 years of history in the Gem of the Northwest for the taking!You are invited to take a guided tour of the third oldest continually operating theatre in England. Originally built in 1782 during the reign of George III and rebuilt in...
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Community Outreach Programme - The Harris
Date: 15th Nov 2026
Paradise Gems are looking to help elderly people with disabilities, people with special needs and carers looking after loved ones with special needs. They can offer visits to homes locally, offer friendly conversation and companionship, take part...
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Storytime Sessions - The Harris
Dates: 15th Nov 2026 - 14th Feb 2027
With a world of stories at our fingertips, each week brings an exciting new tale for young readers.Children must be supervised at all times.
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Talk about the Lancashire Airman - Burscough
Date: 16th Nov 2026
Neville Stack was one of the most celebrated aviators of the inter-war period.
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