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Lancashire Encounter Festival

Type:Festival

Preston city centre, Preston, Lancashire

Tel: 01772 903 215

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Lancashire Encounter Festival

Lancashire Encounter brings a fusion of dance, music, theatre, food and community to Preston this September, to celebrate the inspiring creativity and diversity of Lancashire.

Performance acts range from a magical torchlight procession, hip hop soundscape and Bangla folk art, to a world-famous Punch and Judy show and a gravity-defying urban astronaut, and more.

Plus, there's lots to get involved with, including dance workshops, a nature-inspired sensory experience and a story mixing station for kids, just to name a few.

Over three days and across eight locations, the festival offers an eclectic mix for everyone to encounter and enjoy.

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Events

Sunday, 28th September 2025 - Sunday, 4th January 2026

Wallace & Gromit in a Case at the MuseumAn immersive, hands-on exhibition celebrating the genius of Aardman’s iconic animated duo, Wallace & Gromit. 
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Sunday, 28th September 2025 - Sunday, 11th January 2026

Saroj Patel: Ocean Mother at The HarrisAn artist who creates intricately detailed, tactile sculptures that invite playful audience interaction.
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Saturday, 25th October 2025 - Saturday, 25th October 2025

Saturday, 8th November 2025 - Saturday, 8th November 2025

Saturday, 22nd November 2025 - Saturday, 22nd November 2025

Saturday, 13th December 2025 - Saturday, 13th December 2025

Saturday, 27th December 2025 - Saturday, 27th December 2025

Monday, 29th December 2025 - Monday, 29th December 2025

Tuesday, 30th December 2025 - Tuesday, 30th December 2025

Wednesday, 31st December 2025 - Wednesday, 31st December 2025

Film Screening at The Harris: Wallace & GromitEnjoy film screening of the beloved Wallace & Gromit films.
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Thursday, 30th October 2025 - Thursday, 30th October 2025

Gromit Model Making with Aardman at The HarrisLearn model making skills from an Aardman animator and take home your own Gromit.
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Friday, 31st October 2025 - Friday, 31st October 2025

Animation with Aardman at The HarrisCalling budding animators.
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Awards

  • Sub-Regional AwardsLancashire Tourism Awards Finalist 2017 - Large Tourism Event Lancashire Tourism Awards Finalist 2017 - Large Tourism Event 2017
  • Sub-Regional AwardsLancashire Tourism Awards Finalist 2019 - Large Event Award Lancashire Tourism Awards Finalist 2019 - Large Event Award 2019

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