What’s On

Two of Blackpool’s most popular events are coming back for the festive season.

There's lots of exciting things happening across Lancashire this weekend, so if you are looking for something to get you in the spooky sprit, to keep the kids quiet or simply to make the most of the weekend, there is something for you. 

Sculptor, Marjan Wouda, and storyteller, Jacqueline Harris, will celebrate the hare in Lancashire folklore and landscape through an afternoon of shared art and story in Gisburn Forest.

Little scarecrows and scarecrowesses are being invited to The Mall Blackburn’s free Harvest Festival this October half term.

Blackpool Illuminations will remain lit until midnight throughout October half-term as the resort gears up for one of its busiest weeks of the year.

Visitors to Chorley will be able to enjoy traditional festive fun with the popular real ice rink back this year.

Blackpool Zoo is delighted to be welcoming BBC Radio Lancashire’s Stephen Lowe to host a live face-to-face talk called 'Ramblings of a Radio Forester'.

A contemporary take on Kafka’s classic text by Chris O’Connor, mentored by Richard Bean (One Man, Two Guvnors) 

A spectacular illuminated art trail has opened in Blackpool – with a magnificent House Of Cards taking centre stage.

There will be plenty of opportunities to explore the city centre in new and exciting ways during the Light Up Lancaster festival on November 5 and 6.

Halloween is coming one night early to Colne this year as the most talked about haunter since ‘The Woman in Black’ is coming to haunt our Edwardian theatre on Saturday, 30^th October!

Halloween is fast approaching and there’s no better way to get into the spooky spirit than pumpkin picking.

With both Halloween and Half-term fast approaching, there's plenty of exciting events happening across Lancashire this weekend. 

Creepy Halloween Happenings at Blackpool Pleasure BeaScreech

 

From Octoberfest celebrations to Apple Day Festivals, Singing performances to Halloween events, there's lots of exciting events happening across Lancashire this weekend.

Check out our list of some of the events taking place across Lancashire this weekend. 

From creepy critters to horrible habits, a screamingly good time lies in wait at Milnthorpe’s Lakeland Wildlife Oasis this Halloween.

Astley Park’s Coach House Gallery is hosting a rare opportunity to share artwork and artefacts from the Parliamentary collection which has never before left the Houses of Parliament.

Artists inspired by music and musicians who are also skilled artists will show their work in Lancaster this October.

If you thought Light Up Lancaster was just about fireworks – think again.

It's October and there's lots of exciting events happening in Lancashire, we've put together a list of some of the things happening in Lancashire this weekend. 

Back by popular demand, Blackpool Zoo is inviting intrepid investigators to its super spookfest this October. 

Join Preston City Council for a stunning grand finale to Lancashire Encounter on Saturday 2 October.

Blackpool’s award-winning Lightpool Festival is back for 2021 – and it’s bigger, bolder and brighter than ever!

Chorley’s Big Weekend is lining up to be a fantastic event on 1 and 2 October.

Highest Point, Lancashire’s biggest open-air music festival has now released the first wave of tickets to the event which will be held from 12-14th May 2022. 

Spend a relaxing 24 hours exploring Chorley’s historic houses, famous market town and surrounding countryside.

Visitors to Leyland town centre will be treated to a celebration of food and drink, live music and entertainment later this month as A Taste of Leyland returns.

We've put together a list of all the exciting things happening this weekend in Lancashire, for even more events happening this month in Lancashire check out our What's On page. 

Enjoy an amazing day out at Blackpool Pleasure Beach with all our rides and Oktoberfest event every Saturday in September!
 

Blackpool’s annual Air Show will take place next year over the weekend of August 13 and 14 2022, it has been confirmed.

US rock legends The Strokes and global favourites Tears For Fears will headline two of the extra five nights announced for Lancashire’s Lytham Festival 2022.

Let your imagination fly as Light Up Lancaster returns to illuminate the city this November.

We’ve put together a list of the exciting events taking place in Lancashire this weekend, 10-12 September!

Walls have Ears’ will culminate in an exhibition to be held at King George’s Hall between 11th – 19th September 2021, as part of Blackburn’s contribution to the national celebrations of Heritage Open Days.

Blackpool’s spectacular fireworks season kicks off this weekend with a new beachfront launch pad.

Blackpool Grand Theatre has launched its new ‘Audio’ version of its new season Guide to boost accessibility for visually impaired visitors following its new sales office re-opening after 17-months of closure.

“A 10-day Lytham Festival for 2022 will attract around 200,000 live music fans and we can’t wait to bring global icons back to Lytham Green.”

Lancaster Arts announces a season of live arts events this autumn continuing their on-going theme of Water, focussing on the environmental crisis we are facing.

Highest Point festival organisers announce full line up for family event this Sunday in Lancaster

They thought women’s football was all over in 1921 but a century on, the story of a pioneering team will be told through dance.

Chorley’s streets will come alive to the sound of music and entertainment in October as a new one-off event will be held to encourage people to support local businesses.

Blackpool is gearing up for the return of the hugely-popular Ride The Lights event.

Olivier award-winning comedy favourites, Mischief, today announce hit comedy Magic Goes Wrong is set to head to the Opera House Blackpool this November from Wednesday 24 – Saturday 27 November 2021.

Young shoppers visiting The Mall Blackburn have enjoyed a week of fun-filled dinosaur activities - with more yet to come.

Keep all the family royally entertained with a magical day out at Hoghton Tower. 

Two of Britain’s leading designers are preparing to bring a unique twist to Blackpool’s annual Illuminations display.

Nickelodeon has today announced that English singer, actress and broadcaster Fleur East and The Voice 2020 winner Blessing Annatoria will be performing at this year’s SLIMEFEST event.

UCLan’s award-winning Lancashire Science Festival is taking place on 23 October.

Two more top musical talents are joining the Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On line-up, it was announced today.

The Dukes is back to delight audiences with its Autumn 2021 season – ushering in a
celebration of The Dukes 50th Anniversary!

The newly refurbished Whitaker Museum has been celebrating high visitor numbers after its reopening in July.

The first of these special events takes place in the beautiful setting of Avenham Park where families are invited to join in storytelling and illustration workshops full of inspiration and fun, exploring themes around family and what family means to them.

It’s been a long time coming but Blackpool Grand Theatre is delighted to announce the launch of its new season programme with tickets going on sale from its new, purpose-built ticket office on Church Street.  

Lancaster's Dukes theatre has paid an unusual tribute to a much-loved volunteer and supporter of their outdoor walkabout shows.

There’s plenty going on in Lancashire this weekend…

Celebrate afternoon tea week and enjoy a deliciously decadent Lancashire Afternoon Tea in the spectacular setting of Hoghton Tower.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has a whole host of shows ready for families to enjoy this summer. From stunning ice performances, to magical illusion shows and even a combination of fine dining and the best in live entertainment, there is something for everyone.

After a two-year absence from Lancaster's Williamson Park, The Dukes is delighted to entertain audiences outdoors once again.

Two of Blackpool’s biggest free events are returning for 2021, it was revealed today.

Blackpool’s Grundy Art Gallery is delighted to announce details of its upcoming summer 2021 programme which includes two linked exhibitions one taking place inside and one outside of the gallery, both of which explore our past, current and future relationship to the seaside.

Having postponed his Lancaster Comedy Club appearance three times due to social distancing, Carl Hutchinson is hoping he has finally conquered the curse of Covid! 

Hoghton Tower will resound to the crash of cannon fire and the clash of armour as Sir John Savile’s Household stages a weekend recreation of the Wars of the Roses on Saturday, 7^th and Sunday, 8^th August.

Shirley Ballas, one of the world’s most accomplished dancers and now head judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing, will pull the switch at a special concert in the famous Tower Ballroom on the evening of Friday 3 September.

Festival organiser's announce extra day of family fun at live event this September in Lancaster.

Blackpool Grand Theatre is delighted to announce that the theatre will begin to re-open from Tuesday 4 August,  aiming for an incredible Christmas return with a fantastic full-scale pantomime!

VisitBlackpool has revealed details of some of the performers who will grace the stage at this year’s Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On concert.

Have a fun-filled weekend in Lancashire!

Here’s a list of just some of the fantastic things going on in Lancashire this weekend.

Positive visitor feedback has helped Blackpool Zoo define its operations after most remaining restrictions were eased on Monday 19th July.

As well as being a finalist on this year’s Britain’s Got Talent, Steve is an actor, writer, comedian, juggler and Gillard Award winning presenter on BBC Radio Lancashire.

Families can discover the wonder of wetlands this summer, with an adventure-packed day out at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre.

Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours have announced a unique tour experience for 2021, which includes a 75 minute tram tour along Blackpool Promenade and locally sourced Fish & Chips.

The British Country Music Festival (TBCMF) has announced the go ahead for 2021.

Top Hand Picked Northern Artisan Makers & Producers Visit Holden Clough’s Strawberry Summer Market.

An exhibition reaches hopefully towards the end of the rainbow. Pre-Raphaelite Artist of Hope displays Evelyn De Morgan’s symbolic paintings alongside contemporary stories from those who have lived through warfare and from NHS staff who have served on the frontline during the pandemic. 

A tender comedy-drama about a beautiful, life-affirming lockdown romance, Sunnymead Court, visits The Dukes in Lancaster on Monday 5 July 2021. 

Ballroom dancing returns to the Empress Ballroom Blackpool

Fairy tales do happen as The Dukes will prove this summer when its awardwinning walkabout theatre season returns to Williamson Park.

Visitors to Fairhaven Lake can once again enjoy a day messing about in boats!

A mouth-watering selection of food and drink will be on offer at next weekend’s A Taste of Chorley festival – with a raft of top outlets signing up to showcase their products.

As Jongleurs Comedy Club prepares to announce their rescheduled UK On The Road Shows, following a postponement of a relaunch earlier.

The world's leading live disco event ‘The Love Train' is heading to Preston this weekend for a special show at Hoghton Tower. 

WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre welcomed some special guests this past week – Richie, Adam and Mwaka from one of BBC’s flagship children’s TV programmes - Blue Peter.

Fleetwood Museum’s new exhibition tells the important stories of inspiring women in the town. 

Emergence is the touring company formed from MA dance students from the University of Salford.

Escape the everyday with a wonderful break for two in Lancashire. 
Follow the journey of the honey bee, and find out how The Bee Centre's delicious honey is at the centre of some of Brindle Distillery's creations. Then explore Lancashire from a different viewpoint on bike or by luxury canal boat. 

Escape the everyday with this two day itinerary exploring Lancashire's great outdoors. 
See the counties stunning scenery from all angles, whether that is beside a Llama, up in the trees, speeding on a trial bike or at a more leisurely pace. 

Escape the everyday with a fun family 48-hours in Lancashire. 
Experence the thrills of tractor rides, farm animals, trams and more, as well as staying in some very exciting accommodation. 

Escape the everyday with a weekend filled with farm yard fun!
From feeding the animals, to tractor rides and freshly made ice cream, Lancashire's working farms each offer something different to explore.

Escape the everyday and enjoy a wonderful break to Lancashire's coast. 
Take a trip to the seaside, enjoy time on the sand and even in the sea, then travel down the prom and take in the artwork. Follow that by a restful night, morning swim and afternoon group activities. 

Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story On Stage is set to be one of the first major large scale shows to return to the Opera House Blackpool in over 12 months since the first lockdown began. 

Exciting news - A Taste of Chorley is back this year as a live event on 5 and 6 June. The event showcases the great local food and drink offer in and around Chorley, celebrating businesses and products that call the borough of Chorley home. 

Families can enjoy a magical adventure at The Dukes as the Lancaster venue welcomes live theatre back with a brand new, socially distanced production of Sleeping Beauty. 

Organisers of Lancashire’s longest running independent festival have announced the line up for their forthcoming family friendly event which will take place over the May Spring Bank Holiday weekend.

The beloved Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning smash hit musical JERSEY BOYS will once again tour the UK and Ireland heading to the Opera House Blackpool. 

The Preston Jazz and Improvisation Festival is set to raise the roof and get the whole city swinging in their living rooms.

Three huge shows revealed for Blackpool Pleasure Beach – Fri May 28th, Sun May 30th and Fri June 11th.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach’s fabulous Hot Ice show returns for 2021 with a fantastic new show – Euphoria.  

HAPPA are calling on members of the public to get involved in an exciting new Challenge Event to help raise funds.

'We are here' - showcasing photography from UK black female photographers.  Online from 26th April 2021 and in the Harris buidling from 17th May to 17th July 2021.

On Saturday 1st May, Blackpool Pleasure Beach will launch their open until 10pm for May Day Bank Holiday weekend fun.