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There’s always something happening, from food festivals, cultural celebrations and live entertainment to family-friendly events, farmers markets and historical themed happenings.
Whether you’re planning a day out, a short break, or just exploring what’s on near you, you’ll find plenty to inspire you.
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Kickstart To Christmas
Date: 28th Nov 2026
With the KTB Singers and special guests.
Robin Hood: Family Panto - Lancaster Grand Theatre
Dates: 28th Nov 2026 - 28th Dec 2026
Join us for a fun-filled family pantomime adventure in Sherwood Forest! When the wicked Sheriff of Nottingham taxes the townsfolk into misery and then plots to get rid of…
Wreath Making
Date: 26th Nov 2026
Settle in, get creative and enjoy a little festive indulgence
Chorley Christmas Lights Switch On and Totally…
Date: 22nd Nov 2026
Christmas in Chorley will get underway in style with the Christmas Lights Switch On
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All Day Rover - East Lancashire Railway
Dates: 28th Oct 2026 - 15th Nov 2026
Fancy one of the best days out in the North West?Try our Day Rover Tickets, an amazing steam train day out including 12 miles of stunning scenery and 7 unique stops packed with things to do. Including not just the steam train ride, but...
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One Return Trip of the Full Line - East Lancashire Railway
Dates: 28th Oct 2026 - 15th Nov 2026
Fancy one of the best days out in the North West?Try our Day Rover Tickets, an amazing steam train day out including 12 miles of stunning scenery and 7 unique stops packed with things to do. Including not just the steam train ride, but...
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Gosling Gang (toddler sessions) - Martin Mere Wetland Centre
Dates: 28th Oct 2026 - 4th Nov 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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Wild Magic at Brockholes Nature Reserve - Brockholes Nature Reserve
Dates: 28th Oct 2026 - 30th Oct 2026
Calling all witches and wizards, goblins and ghouls! This Halloween, come along to our woodland school of magic nestled deep in the bewitching Brockholes woods. Using natural materials, you can design an enchanted cloak, build your very own brooms...
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Is That A Yeti Hetty? in Thorton Cleveleys
Date: 28th Oct 2026
A live-illustrated storytelling show for families
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Foucault Pendulum Talks - The Harris
Date: 28th Oct 2026
Students from the University of Lancashire will be holding short talks about the pendulum and will take place on the hour between 10am and 3pm in The Rotunda. No tickets are needed for this free event.
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Helga the Haunted Railbus - Ribble Steam Railway & Museum
Date: 28th Oct 2026
Helga, our 1950’s Diesel Railbus will be operating our spooky trains passenger service.Enjoy the all-round views afforded by the Waggon und Maschinenbau unit as we proceed from the museum, across the dock swing bridge & alongside the R...
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Baby Bounce & Rhyme - The Harris
Dates: 28th Oct 2026 - 27th Jan 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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The Spellbound Search
Date: 28th Oct 2026
We're getting Creepy before Christmas here at Affinity Lancashire and you're all invited to join us!
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Halloween Themed Free Crafts - Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, Briercliffe
Dates: 28th Oct 2026 - 31st Oct 2026
If you are looking for some fun, free crafts this Halloween then come and join us at Queen Street Mill this October half-term. We'll have themed crafts and activities Wednesday - Saturday!Get stuck in to create monsters and ghouls from...
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Spooky Crafts for Half Term - National Trust: Gawthorpe Hall, Padiham
Date: 28th Oct 2026
Join our Hallowe'en crafty fun - have a go at making your own spooky woolly ghost to take home and keep.Explore the Hall and see if you can spot the bats hiding in the rooms.Why not come dressed up as your favourite witch, wizard or Ha...
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Pumpkin painting - Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, Briercliffe
Dates: 28th Oct 2026 - 29th Oct 2026
Join in the fun with this classic Halloween activity!Use your imagination to design and transform ordinary pumpkins into magnificent monsters, creepy crawlies, or ghastly ghouls.We'll provide all the materials, so book now...
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Midweek Luncheon - East Lancashire Railway
Date: 28th Oct 2026
Sit back and relax in our luxury Pullman style carriages while we serve up some traditional hearty British classics.Meander through the Irwell valley while we take care of all the cooking and cleaning!What's Included?...
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Freezin - The Atkinson
Date: 28th Oct 2026
Snow is falling... and Jack Frost is calling! When the wicked Jack Frost sweeps into the kingdom and casts a spell of eternal winter, fountains freeze, forests frost over and the Royal Palace is plunged into chaos! With his icy powers growing stro...
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Megaslam Wrestling - Viva Showdown! - Viva Blackpool
Dates: 28th Oct 2026 - 17th Feb 2027
The number 1 Live Experience for Families is back as Megaslam presents its spectacular 2025 Live Tour! Taking place in locations across the United Kingdom, Isle Of Man and Republic Of Ireland – this tour will feature all of your favourite Megaslam...
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Trash to Treasure - The Whitaker Museum & Art Gallery
Date: 28th Oct 2026
Join us for a magical making adventure! Children will transform recycled materials into their very own witches and wizard figures, using imagination, creativity, and a little bit of magic. With cardboard, fabric, paper, and other reclaimed treasur...
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