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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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Wreath Making
Date: 26th Nov 2026
Settle in, get creative and enjoy a little festive indulgence
Lightpool Festival
Dates: 21st Oct 2026 - 31st Oct 2026
Enjoy a spectacular programme of light-based art installations, live performances, 3D projection shows and family-friendly activities. More details coming soon.
Kickstart To Christmas
Date: 28th Nov 2026
With the KTB Singers and special guests.
Cinderella - Dukes Theatre and Cinema
Dates: 21st Nov 2026 - 2nd Jan 2027
This year the Dukes will be conjuring Christmas magic in The Round Theatre!Experiencing Cinderella in The Round will place you in the very centre of the festive wonder.…
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Autumn Steam Gala - East Lancashire Railway
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 18th Oct 2026
It's the last large scale steam event of the year, so make sure to mark it in your calendar!Climb aboard for a weekend of steam powered glory. This is your chance to ride up and down the line behind the railway's incredible home fleet,...
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Gosling Gang (toddler sessions) - Martin Mere Wetland Centre
Dates: 16th 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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Rag Rugging Wreath Workshop at Barton Grange Garden Centre
Date: 16th Oct 2026
Learn how to make your own unique rag rug wreath.
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Nature Tots at Brockholes - Brockholes Nature Reserve
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 23rd Oct 2026
Nature Tots is suitable for ages 15 months - 5 years and runs every Friday during Lancashire School Term timeEach session has a different theme and activities include nature art, story time, bug hunts, games, crafts and much more!
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Shakespeare’s Starcrossed - Hoghton Tower
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 17th Oct 2026
What if your first true love was someone you had been told to hate?William Shakespeare shall be your guide for this beautiful and interactive retelling of his famous eternal love story: Romeo & Juliet.Travel back in time to...
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House History Workshop - Judges Lodgings Museum
Date: 16th Oct 2026
Have you ever wondered about the history of your house and the people who lived there before you? Join us for an introduction to researching your house history.This workshop will include an introduction to Lancashire Archives & Local History...
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Dolls’ House Collection - Hoghton Tower
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 23rd Oct 2026
There’s something timelessly fascinating about the magical, miniature world of the dolls’ house, the collection at Hoghton Tower spans three centuries with many fine examples to pique your interest and imagination. From beautiful vintage construct...
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Gawthorpe Textiles Collection Exhibition - National Trust: Gawthorpe Hall, Padiham
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 31st Oct 2026
Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth was an expert with a needle, as well as making textiles she also collected and studied them. The items on display in this exhibition are a tiny part of the extensive and beautiful collection, she built up throughout her lif...
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Blackburn Artists' Society 80th Anniversary Exhibition: Day and Night - Queen Street Mill Textile Museum, Briercliffe
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 30th Oct 2026
Founded in 1946, Blackburn Artist's Society are celebrating their 80th Anniversary in 2026, and what better way to celebrate than with a beautiful new exhibition at Queen Street Mill? They have spent many years meeting at iconic venues across Lanc...
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Talk: Bobbie's Perspective at Lancashire Police Museum
Date: 16th Oct 2026
Detective super to priest and chaplain by Claire McEnery.
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Autumn Steam Gala Brake Van Rides - East Lancashire Railway
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 18th Oct 2026
Experience the Autumn Steam Gala from the best seats in the house!Brake van rides are available for all three days of the event, offering a chance to travel on the veranda of a brake van for a return trip between Bury and Ramsbottom.
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Irwell Valley Fryer: Autumn Steam Gala Fish & Chips Special - East Lancashire Railway
Date: 16th Oct 2026
Enjoy a Chippy Tea from the comfort of a Mark I as the "Irwell Valley Fryer" Fish and Chip special returns on Friday 16th October.Hauled by guest locomotive GWR Pannier No. 7714, the train departs from Bury Bolton Street at 17:35, retu...
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Sundown Adventures- Go Ape Blackburn at Night
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 8th Nov 2026
Looking for an evening Autumn activity? Take on Go Ape Blackburn's high ropes after dark
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Mötley Crüde - the Dirt Tour - The Continental
Date: 16th Oct 2026
The world's most authentic Mötley Crüe tribute show goes international, and they're the Crüe you deserve.Brace yourself: the decadence of the Sunset Strip is headed your way with a soundtrack to boot thanks to four hellraisers named Ni...
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Whitney: Queen of the Night - King George's Hall
Date: 16th Oct 2026
Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2027 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK.Established as the UK’s biggest Whitney Houston tribute, this breathtaking production honou...
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The Void - The Atkinson
Dates: 16th Oct 2026 - 17th Oct 2026
Dare you enter a world infected by fear? Eight million miles from Earth, a mysterious distress call crackles through the ether and draws Flint, a haunted space ranger, towards the Odyssey - an ageing research vessel in the grip of a nightmare. Boa...
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