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WINTER GARDENS OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND ILLUMINASIA

26th - 27th MARCH 2016 WDC/AL OPEN EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIPS

28th MARCH - 3rd APRIL 2016 BLACKPOOL DANCE FESTIVAL FOR JUNIORS 5th - 9th APRIL 2016 BLOOD BROTHERS

9th - 10th APRIL 2016 BLACKPOOL JAZZ 'N' BLUES FESTIVAL 16th APRIL 2016 3 GENERATIONS OF SKA

19th APRIL 2016 THE WIZARD OF OZ 1st - 2nd MAY 2016 SARAH MILLICAN: OUTSIDER

26th MAY - 3rd JUNE 2016 BLACKPOOL DANCE FESTIVAL

28th MAY 2016 KILLER QUEEN

31st MAY - 4th JUNE 2016 SAVE THE LAST DANCE FOR ME 6th - 11th JUNE 2016 AVENUE Q

17th -19th JUNE 2016 THE BLACKPOOL INTERNATIONAL SOUL FESTIVAL

30th JUNE 2016 JANE MCDONALD: MAKING MEMORIES

1st -3rd JULY 2016 EUROPE'S TRIBUTE TO ELVIS

5th - 9th JULY 2016 THE SOUND OF MUSIC

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9th - 30th JULY 2016 SCENE

15th - 16th JULY 2016 DERREN BROWN: MIRACLE

18th - 23rd JULY 2016 JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH 4th- 7th AUGUST 2016 REBELLION FESTIVAL

11th - 30th AUGUST 2016 , DIRTY DANCING

19th - 24th SEPTEMBER 2016 , FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL

3rd - 8th OCTOBER 2016 , GHOST THE MUSICAL

16th OCTOBER 2016 j BRITISH FREESTYLE DANCE ! CHAMPIONSHIPS

19th OCTOBER ! 3rd NOVEMBER 2016 !SHOUT

j 22nd - 25th OCTOBER 2016 !BLACKPOOL SEQUENCE !DANCE FESTIVAL

4th NOVEMBER 2016 , KING OF POP

5th NOVEMBER 2016 , THE AUSTRALIAN PINK FLOYD

17th - 19th NOVEMBER 2016 j , BRITISH NATIONAL DANCE ! CHAMPIONSHIPS j 10th DECEMBER 2016 !7th JANUARY 2017 \ GREAT EXPECTATIONS ! THE MUSICAL

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WHAT’S ON 2016 LOVE EVENTS LOVE BLACKPOOL

9-10 April Blackpool Jazz ‘n’ Blues Festival 11-12 June Blackpool Pride Festival 20-26 June Blackpool Armed Forces Week 7 & 8 August Blackpool Air Show 30 August Ride The Lights 2-4 September Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On Weekend 2 September-6 November Blackpool Illuminations & LightPool 9, 16, 23 & 30 September World Fireworks Championship Blackpool

For more information on all VisitBlackpool events go to visitblackpool.com or call 01253 478222

Please note: events and dates may be subject to change

What’s On Blackpool 2016 Welcome to the entertainment capital of the UK where the shows and events just keep on coming!

As you will see from this comprehensive guide, there is already a host of the very best events lined up for 2016 at Blackpool’s incredible range of indoor and outdoor venues.

Whether you are looking for a West End quality show, the amazing spectacle of the Red Arrows, awesome firework displays or dazzling light shows, there is something for all the family. And so much of what we do is free to view.

New for 2016 is the UK’s first Nickelodeon SLIMEFEST which will take place over the Illuminations Switch-On weekend at the start of September. It promises to be something quite extraordinary – make sure you check out the VisitBlackpool website between now and September as more (slimy) details emerge!

In the meantime, enjoy this guide and use it to plan those special holiday moments that long live in the memory.

For more information on all of our events go to visitblackpool.com

2 Sept-6 Nov LightPool

Throughout the year* Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours Every Saturday and Sunday to 8 Nov (exc. 5 Sept) with midweek tours 26-29 May, 27 July-3 Sept and 26-30 Oct. Day ticket: Adults £10; concession £7; children £6 Time: 10am-5pm Tel: 01253 473001 or visit: www.blackpooltransport.com/tickets/heritage-trams Departing from North Pier, FY1 1NE Leye D Johns Presents ….. VIVA! It's the show our venue was made for! Starring hilarious host Leye D Johns, the VIVA Showgirls and incredible guest vocalists each night no two shows are ever the same.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ The Comedy Station Comedy Club Ryan Gleeson presents the very best in comedy talent every week for ‘Stand-Up Saturday’ live at VIVA. Eat, drink and get merry! VIVA is home to the Comedy Station Comedy Club. Blackpool’s longest established comedy club – with a brilliant friendly atmosphere, bar and food service.

Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus Show is a fast paced mix of magic, illusions, juggling escapology and music delivered in a way to leave you amazed, puzzled and even scared, but above all entertained. A fun filled show for all the family!

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ The Jerseys present… Oh What A Nite!

The ‘Jerseys’ are back for their third season, as we go back into the archives of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Stylistics, Beach Boys, Drifters and more.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ IL VIVO Modern swing and classics, operatic spectacles and all-time favourites performed by ‘IL VIVO’.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com

Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Funny Girls Summer Show Closed Mondays A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist! The Summer show will run through to the 6th November with the exception of Mondays when the venue is closed.

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX Legends Every Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday Trevor Chance's Legends are back, with a new and brilliantly refreshed line up. Never seen before in the hit show!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £18.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Hot Ice Show 2016 Daily from 7th July-10th September, No show on Mondays 80th Anniversary production. Fabulous, daring, captivating and spectacular, it’s the ultimate in stylish fast moving family entertainment. World championship performers, glamorous costumes and stunning special FX. Time: 2.30pm & 7.00pm Tickets: £10.00 - £25.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Ice Arena, FY4 1EZ Ken Webster Every Saturday Mentalist, hypnotist, every Saturday from 26th March to 5th November 2016. A truly explosive experience. Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Craig Christian Evolution Of Magic Various dates Magician and Illusionists Craig Christian and Elizabeth ignite the stage. Craig’s fresh approach is pioneering the future in magic and entertainment. His charismatic, witty personality captures audiences with his distinctive style producing a flowing dynamic, visual spectacle.

Time: 6.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com

GlamMantic-70s & 80s Decades Show Every Tuesday, Friday & Sunday Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry- the 70s and 80s are brought to life by the GlamMantics. Featuring songs from icon’s from both decades such as Bay City Rollers, Duran Duran and many more.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Blackpool Ghost Walks Stephen Mercer, author of the book Haunted Blackpool and founder of Supernatural Events, guides you to some of Blackpool’s most famous and most haunted locations and attractions where you will hear tales of mystery, murder and the macabre as well as one or two spooky stories and terrifying tales!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 adult, £3.50 Child, £16 Family 4 Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier,FY1 1NE Winter Gardens Heritage Tour Join us and learn about the fascinating and evolving story that is the internationally famous Grade II Winter Gardens with a nationally accredited guide. One of Blackpool's most memorable and well-loved tours. From the Opera House to the Pavilion Theatre, prepare to be amazed as you are royally guided through the Floral Hall and into a jewel box of architectural styles. Feast yours eyes on Mazzei's magnificent rooms of atmospheric architecture and McKeiths's splendid Art Deco detailing. Behold the highly decorated interiors of Doulton and Boekbinder to name just two.

Time: 11.15am & 4.15pm Tickets: £8.00 Adult - £4.00 Child Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church Street, FY1 1HW Lightworks Heritage Tour Blackpool’s World famous Illuminations have captivated audiences for over one hundred years. This year we are inviting you to join our Heritage Guides as they introduce you to the fabulous Illuminations Collection, containing over 20,000 pieces from the 1920s to the present day including photographs, diagrams and beautiful original artwork showing the evolution of our beloved ‘Lights’. You will then embark on a tour of Lightworks, the home of the Illuminations.

Time: 11.15am Tickets: £8.00 Adult - £4.00 Child Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com Venue: Shorebury Point, Amy Johnson Way, Blackpool, Lancs FY4 2RL * Please check individual websites for annual opening times

Throughout the year

Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ

Leye D Johns Presents ….. VIVA! 23rd, 24th, 26th, 30th & 31st March A Vegas Style Cabaret Spectacular!

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £7.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Funny Girls Spring Show Closed Mondays A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX Of Mice and Men 22nd-26th March Set in America during the Great Depression, this classic play tells the story of George and Lennie, two migrant farm workers.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £19.00 - £24.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT The Jerseys Presents …… Oh What A Night!

24th & 31st March The ‘Jerseys’ are back for their third season with an evening of great music, fun and more.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Roy Chubby Brown 25th March He’s the UK’s most outrageous comedian!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £17.00 - £22.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ

March

The Comedy Station Comedy Club Saturday 19th & 26th March The very best in stand-up comedy talent.

Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ

Easter Bunny Hunt 25th March Find all the Easter Bunnies hidden in the village.

Time: 10.00am-3.00pm Tickets: £5.95 - £6.95 Tel: 01253 763827 Web: www.blackpoolmodelvillage.com Venue: Blackpool Model Village, East Park Drive Stanley Park, FY3 9AB Kings and Queen 25th March A musical tribute extravaganza, for all the family.

Time: 6.00pm Tickets: £5.00 - £16.50 Tel: 01253 623422 Web: www.centralpierblackpool.co.uk Venue: Central Pier Showbar, Promenade, FY1 5BB Slam! Wrestling 25th March The Superstars of wrestling return to Blackpool.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £10.00 - £12.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Legends 25th-27th March A new and brilliantly refreshed line up of amazing tribute performers.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Blackpool Ghost Walks 25th-28th March Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 adult, £3.50 Child, £16 Family 4 Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier,FY1 1NE High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show 26th & 27th March Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus Show.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ

WDC/AL European Championships 26th-27th March Time: 10.00am Tickets: £24.96 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Music Hall Tavern 27th March Back by popular demand for its 3rd successful tour of the UK. Time: 2.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £19.00 - £24.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Billy Pearce Laughter Show 27th March One of Britain’s most talented and best loved comedians & performers.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.50 - £17.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Junior Blackpool Dance Festival 28th March-3rd April Young dancers from all over the world visit Blackpool to compete.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: N/A Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Let It Be 28th March-2nd April The International hit show that celebrates the music of The Beatles is coming to Blackpool!

Time: 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £22.50 - £28.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk

March

Ken Webster 26th March Mentalist, hypnotist! Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ

2 SEPTEMBER - 6 NOVEMBER 2016

BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS & LIGHTPOOL Blackpool Illuminations is Britain’s most famous light show and one of the most iconic sights in British culture Don’t miss ‘LightPool’ - The all new Blackpool Illuminations experience 2 September - 6 November

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THE ALL NEW BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS EXPERIENCE 3D Projections | Light Installations | Illuminating Events Blackpool Illuminations 2 September - 6 November For more information go to visitblackpool.com/illuminations or call 01253 478222

Leye D Johns Presents ….. VIVA! 2nd, 6th, 7th, 9th, 13th, 16th, 20th, 21st, 23rd & 30th April An amazing evening of live 'Vegas' style show entertainment.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Comedy Station Comedy Club Saturday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th April The very best in Stand-up comedy talent.

Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Jerseys Presents …… Oh What A Night!

5th, 12th & 20th April The ‘Jerseys’ are back for their third season.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ IL VIVO 7th, 14th & 21st April An incredible all male, 4 part harmony group.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.50 - 19.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show 7th-10th, 14th-17th , 21st-23rd & 30th April Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus Show.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Funny Girls Spring Show Closed Mondays A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX

Ken Webster Every Saturday Mentalist, hypnotist! Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Craig Christian Evolution Of Magic Various dates Magician and Illusion show.

Time: 6.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Blackpool Ghost Walks 29th & 30th April Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 adult, £3.50 Child, £16 Family 4 Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier, FY1 1NE Nickelodeon Land-Meet The Nicktoons 1st April-31st May We are kicking off the 2016 season with all our favourite NickToons.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: See website for Pleasure Beach ticket details Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Neil Diamond Tribute 1st April Performing all your favourite Neil Diamond hits.

Time: 9pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: The Sands Venue Too Rex – T-Rex Tribute 2nd April A musical tribute to the late, great Marc Bolan and his band.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ An Enchanted Easter 3rd April This is a magical day out where priceless memories will be made.

Time: 10.00am 1.00pm & 4.00pm Tickets: £10.00 - £14.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ

Lytham Heritage Centre Exhibitions 2016 5th-24th April 'Photographs by the Contemporary North West Photography Group.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: Lytham Heritage Centre, 2 Henry St, Lytham Blood Brothers 5th-9th April A captivating and moving tale of twins separated at birth.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £19.50 - £34.50 Tel: 0844 8561111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St FY1 1HW

Blood Brothers Midsummer Night’s Dream 5th-9th April Four young lovers find themselves wrapped in the mischievous arms of an enchanted forest.

Time: 1.15pm & 7.15pm Tickets: £19.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Janey Hitchock Medium 7th April Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 01253 858529 Web: www.wyretheatres.co.uk Venue: Thornton Little Theatre, Fleetwood Rd N,

April

Whitney, Queen of the Night 3rd April A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £20.00 - £24.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT

Thornton-Cleveleys, FY5 3SZ Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club 8th April Four top pro comedians will make you LOL. Time: 8.00pm Tickets: £18.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Blackpool Jazz ‘n’ Blues Festival 8-9th April A two day festival of Jazz and Blues.

Time: 11.00am Tickets: Free Web: www.blackpooljazznbluesfestival.com Venue: Winter Gardens, Church St FY1 1HW *Discounted parking 8am till 11.15pm both days at Talbot Multi Storey Car Park

Psychic Night 8th April Join medium Anne Clark as we take you on a trip to the past.

Time: 9pm Tickets: £10.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Brian Conley: Alive and Dangerous 8th April The multi-talented and irrepressible Brian Conley returns to the stage in this all-new show.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.50 - 19.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Philip Hurst Presents Spring Dance 9th April A 50/50 social dance evening.

Time: 7.00pm (Workshop 5.30-7pm) included in the price Tickets: £17.50 Tel: 0871 222 9929 Web: www.theblackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, FY1 4BJ IMPORTANT once purchased please email Phil on phil@hurstdance.co.uk to reserve your table.

Soul & Motown Night with The Kommitments 9th April A live 10 piece tribute to the hugely popular feel-good film of the nineties "The Commitments".

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262

Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Mission ImPUDSYble 10th April Join Ashleigh and Pudsey, Britain’s Got Talent champions.

Time: 2.30 & 6.00pm Tickets: £17.00 - £20.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Marton Operatic Society-Springtime Serenade 10th April In Association with Trinity Hospice.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 (All proceeds to Trinity Hospice) Tel: 01253 887693 Web: www.wyretheatres.co.uk Venue: Thornton Little Theatre, Fleetwood Rd N, Thornton-Cleveleys, FY5 3SZ The Producers 13th-16th April Based on the much loved Academy Award-winning movie.

Time: 7.30pm (Matinee 2.00pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday) Tickets: £16.00 - £19.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Twinkle Toes Song and Dance Extravaganza 13-16th April Twinkletoes - Song and Dance Extravaganza.

Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £8.00 - £10.00 Tel: 0844 8561111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St FY1 1HW Theatre Heritage Tour 15th April Led by theatre archivists Geoff and Linda Tolson MBE. Time: 11.00am Tickets: £6.00 - £10.00 Tel: 01253 743300 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Keep it Cash 15th April Johnny Cash tribute act.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Into the Shadows Tour 16th April Recreating the unique sounds of The Shadows.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £12.00 Tel: 01253 887693

Winning Post 16th April A night of horse racing, music, comedy & magic all in this one tour.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 887693 Web: www.wyretheatres.co.uk Venue: Fleetwood Marine Hall 3 Generations of SKA 16th April Three generations of Ska featuring the original rude boy Neville Staple.

Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £18.00 over 14s only Tel: 0844 8561111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Winter Gardens, Church St FY1 1HW GlamMantics-70s & 80s Decades Show 16th April Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ The Johnny Cash Roadshow 17th April An even bigger show than ever.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £10.75 - £21.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Wizard of Oz 19th April Follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Opera House Blackpool.

Time: 3.00pm & 7.00pm Tickets: £17.00 - £19.00 Tel: 0844 8561111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St FY1 1HW JACKIE The Musical 19th-23rd April Time: 2.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £24.50 - £26.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT St George’s Festival 21st-24th April Variety of family events taking place over the four days.

Time: All day

April

Web: www.wyretheatres.co.uk Venue: Thornton Little Theatre, Fleetwood Rd North, Thornton-Cleveleys, FY5 3SZ

Tickets: See website for different events Tel: 01253 667420 Web: www.april23.co.uk Venue: Lytham Green Richard & Adam: The Johnson Brothers 22nd April Classical singing brothers with an ‘Up Close & Personal’ show.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £14.50 - £22.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ 80s Gold 22nd & 29th April 80s Tribute Show.

Time: 9pm Tickets: From £10.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ The Sands House Night 23rd April Special guests stars perform alongside The Sands resident 7 piece live band.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ UK Coach Rally 23rd & 24th April 62nd UK Coach Rally.

Time: All Day Tickets: Free Tel: 01753 631170 Web: www.coachdisplays.co.uk Venue: Blackpool Promenade Blackpool Chilli Fiesta 23rd April

Blackpool Chilli Fiesta

Blackpool Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K 24th April Time: 09.00am Tickets: £30.00 Tel: 01253 395976 Web: www.fyldecoastrunners.com Venue: Promenade The Fureys 24th April Folk/middle-of-the-road based songs and music.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £22.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Lytham Heritage Centre Exhibitions 2016 'A Family in Art'.

26th April-15th May Time: 10am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: Lytham Heritage Centre, 2 Henry St Lytham David Walliams Gangsta Granny 27th April-1st May It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing – staying with Granny!

Time: 10.30am, 1.30pm & 7.00pm Tickets: £13.00 - £17.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Northern Soul Weekend 29th April-1st May 3 days of unsurpassable soul!

Time: Fri 9am-3am Sat 2pm-5pm & 8pm-3am Sun 12pm-12am Tickets: £25.00 Tel: 0871 222 9929 Web: www.theblackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower, Promenade, FY1 4BJ Croft & Pearce 30th April A unique and hilarious brand of sketch comedy.

Time: 8.00pm Tickets: £12.00 Tel: 01253 887693 Web: www.wyretheatres.co.uk Venue: Thornton Little Theatre, Fleetwood Rd N, Thornton-Cleveleys FY5 3SZ Sunday Girl

April

Welcome to "The 4th Awesome Blackpool Chilli Fiesta”.

Time: 10.30am-5pm Tickets: Free Event Web: www.chillifest.net Venue: St John’s Square

Leye D John’s Presents ….. VIVA! Saturday’s May 'Vegas' style show entertainment.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Comedy Station Comedy Club Saturdays May The very best in Stand-up comedy talent.

Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 18th & 29th May Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus Show.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Funny Girls Summer Show Closed Mondays A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX Blackpool Ghost Walks 1st, 2nd, 27th, 28th, 30th & 31st May Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 adult, £3.50 Child, £16 Family 4 Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier, FY1 1NE Craig Christian Evolution Of Magic 9th April-11 September Magic and Illusion show.

Time: 6.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Ken Webster Every Saturday Mentalist, hypnotist! Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com

The Spring Bank Holiday Northern Soul & Motown Weekender 29th April-1st May 3 days of unsurpassable soul!

Time: 12.00pm Tickets: £25.00 Tel: 01253 622242 Web: www.theblackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower, FY1 4BJ Sarah Millican: Outsider 1st & 2nd May Not suitable for under 16s.

Time: 8.00pm Tickets: £25.00 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.blackpoollive.co.uk Venue: Opera House,Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Grandparents Day 1st May Free admission to any grandparent who comes with a grandchild.

(One free admission per paid grandchild).

Time: 10.00am-3.00pm Tickets: £5.95 - £6.95 Tel: 01253 763827 Web: www.blackpoolmodelvillage.com Venue: Blackpool Modal Village, East Park Drive Stanley Park, FY3 9AB Tina Warren's 'A Still Small Voice' 2nd-27 May Solo exhibition.

Time: 10.00am-3.30pm Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 620000 Web: www.blott.co.uk Venue: Blott Artist Studios 53 King St FY1 3EJ That’ll Be The Day 2nd May Returns with its brand new 30th anniversary special!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £24.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk

May

Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ David Walliams Gangsta Granny 27th April-1st May It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing – staying with Granny!

Time: 10.30am, 1.30pm & 7.00pm Tickets: £13.00 - £17.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT

The Chicago Blues Brothers 3rd May Back with their brand new Jailbreak Tour!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £23.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Grand Theatre Heritage Tour 4th May Led by theatre archivists Geoff and Linda Tolson MBE. Time: 11.00am Tickets: £6.00 - £10.00 Tel: 01253 743300 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Lee Lard 6th May Peter Kay tribute.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £10.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club 6th May Four top pro comedians will make you LOL! Time: 8.00pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT (Studio) Salsa North West UK Congress 6th-8th May Three amazing Salsa party nights.

Time: 5.00pm Tickets: £15.00 - £55.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.salsanorthwest.co.uk/northwest-uk-congress Venue: The Hilton Hotel, Promenade,FY1 2JQ Buddy Holly and The Cricketers 6th May 24 Years of Rock ’n’ Rolling The World!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £19.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT An Evening With Paul Merson 6th May Comedian Jimmy Bright is your host.

Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £30.00

May

Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT

Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Soul and Motown Night with the Kommitments 7th May A live 10 piece tribute to the hugely popular feel-good film of the nineties "The Commitments".

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Super Solid 60s Show 8th May UK’s original and premier sixties show.

Time: 8.00pm Tickets: £26.00 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT The Simon and Garfunkel Story 9th May Direct from its success in London’s West End. Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £21.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Blackpool 10k Beach Run 11th May A gruelling yet fun event for all abilities and ages.

Time: 1.00pm Tickets: £12.00 - £14.00 Web: www.fyldecoastrunners.com Venue: Solaris Centre, New South Promenade, Blackpool FY4 1RW Atomos 11th May Atomos is a work by cutting-edge contemporary choreographer Wayne McGregor.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £13.50 - £19.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Psychic Night with Medium Anne Clark 12th May Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £10.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ The Stones 13th May Rolling Stones tribute act.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50

Iphigenie en Tauride 13th May Opera based on a famous story from Greek myth.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £17.00 - £33.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Don Giovanni 14th May The Olivier Award-winning English Touring Opera presents Don Giovanni by Mozart.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £17.00 - £33.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT GlamMantic-70s & 80s Decades Show 14th May Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry are brought to life.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Vintage Dance at The Blackpool Tower Ballroom 14th May Time: 7.45pm Tickets: From £16.00 Tel: 01253 622242 Web: www.theblackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, FY1 4BJ The Proclaimers 14th May Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £30.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Lytham Heritage Centre Exhibitions 2016 17th May ‘Spectrum’ art in various media by The Blackpool Art Society Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: 2 Henry St, Lytham , FY8 5LE Pinocchio 18th May Ballet Theatre UK tell the tale of a wooden puppet.

Time: 7.00pm

May

Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ

A Night of Dirty Dancing 24th & 25th May A Night of Dirty Dancing.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £20.00 - £24.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Globe Theatre, FY4 1EZ Queen Tribute Starring Steve Littlewood 26th May Recreating the image, the energy and most incredibly the voice of the late Freddie Mercury.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £15.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ May Blackpool Dance Festival 26th May-3rd June Tickets: From £15.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.blackpooldancefestival.com Venue: Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Lee Evans Comedy Tribute 27th May A clean, fun and entertaining comedy show.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £10.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Roy Chubby Brown 27th May He’s the UK’s most outrageous comedian.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £17.00 - £22.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Big Girls Don’t Cry 27th May

May

The Ultimate 80s Tribute Show.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Meditation In The Park 22nd May Relax and breathe.

Time: 11.00am-5.30pm Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 352721 Web: www.meditationinblackpool.org.uk Venue: Stanley Park Bandstand

Tickets: £16.50 - £20.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Blott Open 18th-22nd May The collective talent of Blackpool artists.

Time: 10.00am-3.30pm Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 620000 Web: www.blott.co.uk Venue: Blott Artist Studios 53 King St FY1 3EJ Friends Of The Grand Coffee Morning 19th March Friends Coffee Morning with a Guest Speaker.

Time: 10.30pm Tickets: £4.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT ABBA Sensation 19th May Abba tribute act.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Jonathan Antoine 20th May An evening with an incredible talent.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £23.50 - £31.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Cheatles (Beatles Tribute) 20th May The Beatles tribute act.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Breakin’ Convention 2016 21st May Sadler’s Wells groundbreaking international festival of hip hop dance.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £11.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT 80s Gold 21st May

Featuring the Eastcoast Boys celebrating the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £24.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Island In The Stream 28th May Celebrating the queen and king of country Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £22.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Invasion Of The Gnomes 28th May Come along and hunt the Gnomes.

Time: 10.00am-3.00pm Tickets: £5.95 - £6.95 Tel: 01253 763827 Web: www.blackpoolmodelvillage.com Venue: Blackpool Model Village, East Park Drive Stanley Park, FY3 9AB Killer Queen 28th May Killer Queen recreates the high energy, powerful phenomenon that was Queen live.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £19.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.blackpoollive.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Blackpool 10k Beach Run 28th May A fast but undulating course around the coastal front of Blackpool.

Time: 10.30am Tickets: £15.00 - £17.00 Web: www.fyldecoastrunners.com Venue: Middle Walk, North Promenade, Blackpool FY1 2JQ. Bee Gees Fever (Bee Gees Tribute) 28th May The ultimate tribute to The Bee Gees.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £15.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ 2016 Rugby Summer Bash 28th May Kingstone Press Championship fixtures and the iPro Sport Cup Final.

Time: 11am-9.30pm Tickets: From £15.00 Tel: 0844 856 1113 Web: www.rugbyleaguetickets.co.uk/summer_bash Venue: Bloomfield Road Stadium, Bloomfield Rd, FY1 6JJ Salsa at The Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Dancing In the Streets 29th May The best celebration of Motown’s Greatest Hits.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £24.50 - £28.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Chris Connor 30th May The world famous Elvis Presley tribute Show.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £47.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Jerseys Presents …… Oh What A Night!

31st May It’s an evening of great music, fun and more.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Save The Last Dance For Me 31st May-4th June

Save The Last Dance For Me

May

28th & 29th May 4 The Love of Dance returns.

Time: 8.00pm Tickets: £12.00 - £16.00 Tel: 0871 222 9929 Web: www.theblackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, FY1 4BJ Cannon & Ball-One Night Stand featuring the Harper Brothers 29th May A packed night of laughter.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.50 - £19.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ

Leye D Johns Presents ….. VIVA! 1st, 2nd, 11th, 18th, 25th & 29th June An amazing evening of live 'Vegas' style show entertainment.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Comedy Station Comedy Club 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th June The very best in Stand-up comedy talent.

Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show 2nd-5th, 25th & 26th June Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus show.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ IL VIVO 2nd, 23rd & 30th June An incredible all male, 4 part harmony group.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.50 - 19.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Funny Girls Summer Show Closed Mondays A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX Blackpool Ghost Walks 2nd-4th June A guide through some of Blackpool’s most famous and most haunted locations and attractions.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 adult, £3.50 Child, £16 Family 4 Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier, FY1 1NE

GlamMantic-70s & 80s Decades Show Every Tuesday, Friday & Sunday Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry brought to life by the GlamMantics.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Ken Webster Every Saturday Mentalist, hypnotist! Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Grease 1st-4th June Dust off your leather jackets, get your rollers in and take a trip back to the good old school days.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £17.00-£20.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Save The Last Dance For Me 1st-4th June This nostalgic, feel-good journey will transport you back to music’s golden era.

Time: 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £15.00 - £29.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.blackpoollive.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Summer Saver Blackpool Model Village 1st June Check out the special offer page on our web page.

Time: 10.00am-3.00pm Tickets: £5.95-£6.95 Tel: 01253 763827 Web: www.blackpoolmodelvillage.com Venue: Blackpool Model Village, East Park Drive Stanley Park, FY3 9AB

June

Craig Christian Evolution Of Magic Various dates Magic, illusion and entertainment show.

Time: 6.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ

Photograph by Warren Fletcher

20-26 JUNE 2016

BLACKPOOL ARMED FORCES WEEK CELEBRATING BRITAIN’S ARMED FORCES PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE For more information call 01253 478222 or go to visitblackpool.com/armedforces

BLACKPOOL

ARMED FORCES WEEK

Madness Tribute 3rd June Extremely entertaining Madness tribute band performing to capacity crowds wherever they appear.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Insights: Heritage Tour 3rd June Step back with us, discover more and see behind the scenes.

Time: 11am Tickets: £6.00-£10.00 Tel: 01253 743300 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club 3rd June Four top pro comedians will make you LOL! Time: 8.00pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Mike James Orchestra and Singers 3rd June Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 887693 Web: www.wyretheatres.co.uk Venue: Fleetwood Marine Hall Soul & Motown Night With The Kommitments 4nd June A live 10 piece tribute to the hugely popular feel-good film of the nineties "The Commitments".

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ One Great Day 4nd June Great causes, great experiences & great fun.

Time: 9.00am Tel: 01253 624722 Web: www.houndshillshoppingcentre.co.uk

June

Ritchie Penrose 2nd June Soul and Motown tribute artist.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £10.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ

Venue: Hounds Hill Shopping Centre , FY1 4HU Ballroom Dance Night 4th June Join us for a classic dance night.

Time: 7.00pm (Workshop 5.30-7pm included in the price) Tickets: £17.50 Tel: 0871 222 9929 Web: www.theblackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, FY1 4BJ Cleveleys Classic Car Show 2016 5th June Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 07854 865807 Web: www.clevelelyscarshow.co.uk Venue: Victoria Rd West, Cleveleys, FY5 1AJ Mad About The Musicals 5th June 10th Anniversary starring Gareth Gates and Michael Courtney.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £24.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Avenue Q 6th-11th June Comedy musical features the naughtiest puppets in town.

Time: 4.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £15.00 - £29.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW

Avenue Q Charity Abseil 6th June Soldiers, veterans and fundraisers abseil The Big One. Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Treasure Island 7th June Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £9.00-£11.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk

Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Lytham Heritage Centre 2016 7th June Animals Sea & Landscapes Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: 2 Henry St, Lytham, FY8 5LE Crazy For You 9th-10th June Local students give performance based on the book by Ken Ludwig, lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and music by George Gershwin.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £9.00 - £11.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Bucks Fizz 10th June Back by popular demand.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.00 - £22.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Great British Day Out 10th June To celebrate the Queen's 90th and Duke of Edinburgh's 95th birthday with a British themed day out.

Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Lancashire Hotpots 11th June Comedy songs about chippy teas, shop mobility scooters as well as how to smuggle your own sweets into the cinema.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £16.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Blackpool Pride Festival 11th & 12th June Time: See website for details Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolpridefest.com Venue: Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW 51st Manchester to Blackpool Car Run 12th June Veteran, vintage and classic cars.

Time: 2.00pm-4:30pm Tickets: FREE Tel: 0800 781 2167 Web: www.lancsautoclub.com

Lotty’s War 13th-18th June A fascinating look at women’s own personal battles through this period of British history.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £16.00-£22.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Friends Of The Grand Coffee Morning 16th June Time: 10.30pm Tickets: £4.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT The Blackpool International Soul Festival 17th-19th June Time: 4.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £15.00 - £29.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW

The Blackpool International Soul Festival

Hits Reloaded 18th-19th June Gives children the opportunity to experience performing in live theatre.

Time: 7:00pm Tickets: £7.50-£10.00 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk

June

Venue: Italian Gardens, Stanley Park FY3 9EQ Outdoor Theatre at Lytham Hall 2016 12th June Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte Time: 6.00pm Tickets: £6.50 - £13.00 Tel: 01253 794221 Web: www.lythamhall.org.uk Venue: Lytham Hall ,Ballam Rd, Lytham FY8 4JX

Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Scorton Steam 18th-19th June Entertainment for all the family.

Tickets: £5.00 - £10.00 Tel: 07713 128783 Web: www.scortonsteam.co.uk Venue: Woodacre Park Farm, Gubberford Lane, Scorton, PR3 1BN Illegal Eagles 19th June Eagles tribute act.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £24.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Father’s Day-An Evening with Roy Chubby Brown 19th June Time: 6.00pm Tickets: £20.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Armed Forces Week 20th-26th June Celebrating Britain’s armed forces, past, present and future.

Time: Check website for details Tickets: Check website for details Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com Venue: Blackpool and various locations across Lancashire September In The Rain 22nd-25th June Comedy drama.

Time: 2:00pm-7.30pm Tickets: £13.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Blackpool Championship Dog Show 2016 24th-26th June Time: 9.00am Tickets: £10.00 per car Tel: 01254 853526 Web: www.blackpooldogshow.com Venue: Redwood Park, Inskip, Preston, PR4 OUA Lytham Club Day 2016 25th June Time: 9.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 725610 Web: www.visitlythamstannes.co.uk

A Day at the Opera Organ Concert 25th June Mighty Wurlitzer day of entertainment!

Time: 11.00am Tickets: £7.50 - £10.00 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Philip Hurst Presents Summer Dance 25th June A 50/50 social dance evening.

Time: 7.00pm (Workshop 5.30 -7pm) included in the price Tickets: £17.50 Tel: 0871 222 9929 Web: www.theblackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, FY1 4BJ IMPORTANT once purchased please email phil@hurstdance.co.uk to reserve your table.

Submariners Sizzling BBQ 26th June Time: 11.00am Tickets: £2.50 Tel: 01253 393427 Web: www.blackpoolsubmariners.weebly.com Venue: Blackpool & Fylde Submariners Association, The Guards Club, 37e Whitegate Drive, Blackpool, FY3 9DG The Last Tango 27th June-2nd July Strictly superstars Vincent Simone & Flavia Cacace.

Time: 2:00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £24.50 - £39.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Lytham Heritage Centre Exhibitions 2016 28th June 'Colour and Light'.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: 2 Henry St, Lytham, FY8 5LE The Jerseys Presents …… Oh What A Night!

28th June An evening of great music, fun and more.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Jane McDonald 30th June One of the nation’s favourite entertainers is returning to Blackpool.

Time: 7:30pm Tickets: £29.50 - £34.50

June

Venue: Town Centre & Lytham Hall, Lytham, FY8 4JX

Leye D Johns Presents ….. VIVA! 1st, 2nd, 11th, 18th, 25th & 29th June An amazing evening of live 'Vegas' style show entertainment.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show 2nd-5th, 25th & 26th June Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus show.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Comedy Station Comedy Club 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th June The very best in stand-up comedy talent.

Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Jerseys present… Oh What A Night!

5th,12th, 20th & 26th July An evening of great music, fun and more.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ IL VIVO 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th July An incredible all male, 4 part harmony group.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Funny Girls Summer Show Closed Mondays A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX Legends Every Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday A new and brilliantly refreshed line up of amazing performers.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ

Ken Webster Every Saturday Mentalist, hypnotist! Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Craig Christian Evolution Of Magic Various dates Magic, illusion and entertainment show.

Time: 6.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ GlamMantic-70s & 80s Decades Show Every Tuesday, Friday & Sunday Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Blackpool Ghost Walks 22nd, 23rd, 25th, 26th, 28th, 30th A guide through some of Blackpool’s most famous and most haunted locations and attractions.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 adult, £3.50 Child, £16 Family 4 Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier, FY1 1NE The Last Tango 27th June-2nd July Strictly Come Dancing stars Vincent Simone & Flavia Cacace in The Last Tango. Fresh from their sell-out hit shows Midnight Tango.

Time: 2.00pm, 7.30pm & 8.00pm Tickets: £24.50 - £39.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT

July

Hot Ice Show 2016 Daily from 7th July, No show on Mondays Hot Ice 2016 - 80th Anniversary production.

Time: 2.30pm & 7.00pm Tickets: £10.00 - £25.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Ice Arena, FY4 1EZ

Europe’s Tribute To Elvis 1st-3rd July Europe’s largest official Elvis Presley enterprise licensed festival under one roof "Europe’s tribute to Elvis." Not suitable for under 16s.

Tickets: £60.00 - £150.00 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Outdoor Theatre-A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare 1st July Time: 5.30pm Tickets: £6.50 - £13.00 Tel: 01253 794221 Web: www.lythamhall.org.uk Venue: Lytham Hall, Ballam Rd, Lytham FY8 4JX Au Revoir 4th-6th July Celebrating the achievements of children from across Blackpool in their last year of primary school.

Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £7.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT The Sound Of Music 5th-9th July One of the greatest musicals of all time returns to the stage.

Time: 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £19.50 - £39.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW

The Sound of Music

July

Nickelodeon Land-Summer of Slime 1st July-31st August Play amazing games for your chance to be slimed.

Tickets: See Website for Pleasure Beach Ticket Details Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ

Cancer Research UK Race for Life 6th July 5k or 10k challenge.

Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £14.99 Tel: 0300 123 0770 Web: www.fyldecoastrunners.com Venue: The Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 4BJ Coast Town 8th-9th July A two day summer event dedicated to Ska and Mod music.

Tickets: £30.00 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Empress Ballroom,Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Beautiful World-A Tribute To The Music Of ‘Take That’ 8th July Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ St Annes Carnival 2016 & Fun Day 9th July Carnival to raise funds for local charities.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 658443 Web: www.visitlythamstannes.co.uk Venue: Ashton Gardens, St Annes, FY8 2AA Outdoor Theatre at Lytham Hall 2016 10th July Ruddigore by Gilbert & Sullivan Time: 6.30pm Tickets: £6.50 - £13.00 Tel: 01253 794221 Web: www.lythamhall.org.uk Venue: Lytham Hall, Ballam Rd, Lytham FY8 4JX Blackpool Summer 10K Run 10th July A fast and flat course around the coastal front of Blackpool.

Time: 9.30am Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 0800 612 4352 Web: www.fyldecoastrunners.com Venue: Middle Walk, North Promenade, Blackpool FY1 2JQ Grand Theatre Heritage Tour 11th July Led by theatre archivists Geoff and Linda Tolson MBE. Time: 11.00am Tickets: £6.00 - £10.00 Tel: 01253 743300 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT

July

Showaddywaddy 15th July Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £21.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Derren Brown 15th-16th July Back by phenomenal demand.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £29.50 - £37.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Great Eccleston and District Agricultural Society Annual Show 16th & 17th July There is something for everyone at the biggest 2-day show in the North West.

Time: All Day Tickets: £12.00 under 14’s £2.00 Tel: 01995 679204 Web: www.greatecclestonshow.co.uk Venue: Garstang Road, Great Eccleston, PR3 0YP Peppa Pig’s Surprise 16th & 17th July Surprise! Peppa Pig, George and their friends are back in Blackpool.

Time: 10.00am, 1.00pm & 4.00pm Tickets: £16.00 - £22.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Fleetwood Festival of Transport-Tram Sunday 17th July This one day event is a great day out for all the family.

Time: All Day Tickets: Free Tel: 01995 679204 Web: www.tramsunday.co.uk Venue: The Esplanade, Fleetwood, FY7 6HF James and The Giant Peach 18th-23rd July Roald Dahl’s classic tale follows the adventurous young James and his friends.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £29.50 - £37.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk

James and The Giant Peach

Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Lytham Heritage Centre Exhibitions 2016 19th July 'Hidden Agenda' art with meaning by Susan Frye.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: 2 Henry St, Lytham, FY8 5LE The Works-Phil Winston Theatreworks 22nd & 23rd July The Works is an exciting show that gives students a chance to perform and experience the atmosphere of this unique venue.

Time: 2.30pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.00 - £13.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Memorial Park Fun Day 23rd July Action and entertainment in the grounds of our beautifully restored Grade II listed, First World War memorial park.

Time: 11.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 887217 Web: www.wyre.gov.uk Venue: Memorial Park, Warrenhurst Road, Fleetwood, FY7 6TP St Annes Music Festival 2016 23rd July Something for everyone taking place at various venues throughout St Annes.

Tel: 07970 644572 Web: www.stannesmusicandartsfestival.co.uk Venue: Various Venues Tarnbrook Loop 24th July A moderate circular walk taking in the top end of The Wyre Way and following both Tarnbrook Wyre and Marshaw Wyre.

Tickets: £2.00 - £3.00 Tel: 01995 602125 Web: www.visitwyre.co.uk Venue: Stoops Bridge, Abbeystead, Upper Wyresdale, St Annes Kite Festival 30th July The festival will feature single line kites of all shapes and sizes.

Time: 11.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 658443 Web: www.stanneskitefestival.co.uk Venue: St Anne’s Beach, North Promende, St Annes FY8 1LW

7&8 AUGUST 2016

BLACKPOOL AIR SHOW TWO DAYS OF STUNNING AEROBATIC DISPLAYS AND DAREDEVIL STUNTS Blackpool Promenade between North and Central Piers For more information call 01253 478222 or go to visitblackpool.com/airshow All displays subject to availability and suitable weather conditions.

GRAND

Dancing Queen / Let’s Hang On / Chicago Blues Brothers / Karen Carpenter – Voice of The Heart / Forever in Blue Jeans / T.Rextasy / Solid Gold 70s / Think Floyd / Take That Tribute

ABBA | Rock | 70’s

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25 July-1 September 2016 www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk

t. 01253 290190 33 Church Street, Blackpool FY1 1HT

Blues | Pop | Ballads

High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show 2nd, 4th, 6th, 9th, 11th-14th, 16th, 18th-21st, 23rd, 26th-28th, 30th August Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus show.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Jerseys present… Oh What A Night!

2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th August The ‘Jerseys’ are back for their third season.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Leye D Johns Presents ….. VIVA! 3rd, 6th, 10th, 13th, 17th, 24th, 27th & 30th August An amazing evening of live 'Vegas' style show entertainment.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ IL VIVO 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, 29th August An incredible all male, 4 part harmony group.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Funny Girls Summer Show Closed Mondays A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX Legends Every Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday A new and brilliantly refreshed line up of amazing performers.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ

Ken Webster Every Saturday Mentallist hypnotist! Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Craig Christian Evolution Of Magic Various dates Magic, illusion and entertainment show.

Time: 6.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ GlamMantic-70s & 80s Decades Show Every Tuesday, Friday & Sunday Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Blackpool Ghost Walks Every Mon, Tue, Thur, Fri & Sat A guide through some of Blackpool’s most famous and most haunted locations and attractions.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 adult, £3.50 Child, £16 Family 4 Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier, FY1 1NE Nickelodeon Land-Summer of Slime 1st July-31st August Play amazing games for your chance to be slimed.

Tickets: See Website for Pleasure Beach Ticket Details Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Big One Talent 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th August Talent show ages 7 to 17 years.

Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ

August

Hot Ice Show 2016 Daily from 7th July-10th September, No show on Mondays Hot Ice 2016 - 80th Anniversary production.

Time: 2.30pm & 7.00pm Tickets: £10.00 - £25.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Ice Arena, FY4 1EZ

EV F R E EN E T

30 AUGUST 2016 7PM-10PM

RIDE THE LIGHTS BLACKPOOL BETWEEN STARR GATE AND RED BANK ROAD Ride the Lights is a fun bike ride for all on a traďŹƒc-free promenade. Main hub with stalls and entertainment on the Tower Festival Headland To register or for more information go to visitblackpool.com/ridethelights or call 01253 478222

Rebellion Festival 4th-7th August Punk and Alternative music festival.

Time: 11.00am Tickets: £50.00 - £60.00 per day Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.rebellionfestivals.com Venue: Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW The Comedy Station Comedy Club 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th August The very best in stand-up comedy talent.

Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Blackpool Air Show 7th-8th August Watch planes classic and modern take to the skies in Blackpool's brilliant air show.

Time: Trade stands from 9.30am Tickets: Free Event Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com Venue: Blackpool Tower Festival Headland Lytham Heritage Centre Exhibitions 2016 9th August 'Wildlife Drawings & Paintings from 5 decades' by David Johnston.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: Lytham Heritage Centre, 2 Henry St Lytham Dirty Dancing 11th-30th August Have the time of your life with the ultimate live experience.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £20.00 - £49.50 (advised children over 12) Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Dirty Dancing

August

Lytham Festival 1st-7th August Music festival.

Time: 5.30pm Tickets: See website for ticket info and prices for day and weekend packages Tel: 0844 888 9991 Web: www.lythamfestival.com Venue: Lytham Green

Venue: Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Simply The Best 12th August The Tina Turner experience.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £13.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Philip Hurst Presents Summer Dance 13th August A 50/50 social dance evening.

Time: 7.00pm (Workshop 5.30 -7pm included in the price) Tickets: £17.50 Tel: 0871 222 9929 Web: www.theblackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, FY1 4BJ IMPORTANT once purchased please email phil@hurstdance.co.uk to reserve your table.

PB Takeover 13th-20th August Live music from some special guests on the park.

Tickets: See website for Pleasure Beach Ticket Details Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Masters in Line 12th-15th August A world renowned dance brand, World Dance Masters run by a team of young professionals with a huge passion for all types of dance.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: W/end Spectator £57.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.worlddancemasters.com Venue: Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Roy Chubby Brown 26th August He’s the UK’s most outrageous comedian!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £17.00 - £22.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Illuminations 5K and 10K Night Run *New for this season* 27th August This evening run is back-lit by the world famous Illuminations on North Promenade.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £10.00 - £15.00 Tel: 0800 612 4352 Web: www.fyldecoastrunners.com

Great Eccleston Tractor Pulling Competition 27th-28th August The UK’s largest tractor pulling event.

Time: TBA Tickets: £5.00 - £15.00 Web: www.nwtpc.co.uk Venue: Great Eccleston Showground, Garstang Road, PR3 0YP Billy Pearce Laughter Show 28th August Comedy show.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.50 - £17.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Classic Car Show 28th August Stanley Park Classic Car Show organised by the Blackpool Vehicle Preservation Group (BVPG) in association with Blackpool Council.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: TBC Tel: 075301 901999 Web: www.bvpg.co.uk Venue: Italian Gardens at Stanley Park, Blackpool, FY3 9HU Danny Champion of the World, Outdoor Theatre 28th August Danny, the Champion of the World by Roald Dahl.

Time: 4.00pm Tickets: £6.50 - £13.00 Tel: 01253 736652 Web: www.lythamhall.org.uk Venue: Lytham Hall Magic of Motown 28th August Over 36 classics are revived.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £28.50 Tel: 01253 743300 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St FY1 1HT Ride the Lights 30th August Ride the Lights is an annual event that closes off Blackpool Promenade to all traffic except bikes. A great way to see the Lights.

Time: 7.00pm Tickets: Free Event Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com Venue: Blackpool Promenade Reflections of my Art, Paintings by Ken Roberts 31st August Paintings by Ken Roberts.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free

August

Venue: Middle Walk, Promenade,

Neon: The Charged Line 2nd Sept-23 Dec This exhibition is part of Lightpool at Blackpool Illuminations.

Time: 10am-5pm Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 478170 Web: www.grundyartgallery.com Venue: Grundy Art Gallery, Queen St, FY1 1PU Leye D Johns Presents ….. VIVA! 3rd, 7th, 10th, 14th, 17th, 21st, 24th, 28th Sept An amazing evening of live 'Vegas' style show entertainment.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Comedy Station Comedy Club 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th Sept The very best in stand-up comedy talent.

Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show Every Tue, Thur, Fri, Say & Sun in September Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus show.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Jerseys present… Oh What A Nite!

6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Sept It’s an evening of great music, fun and more.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ IL VIVO 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th Sept An incredible all male, 4 part harmony group.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Funny Girls Summer Show Closed Mondays A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk

Hot Ice Show 2016 Daily from 7th July until 10th September. No show on Mondays Hot Ice 2016-80th Anniversary production.

Time: 2.30pm & 7.00pm Tickets: £10.00 - £25.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Ice Arena, FY4 1EZ Ken Webster Every Saturday Mentallist hypnotist! Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Craig Christian Evolution Of Magic Various dates finishes 11th September Magic, illusion and entertainment show.

Time: 6.00pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Russ Brown’s Carnival Of Magic 17th, 18th, 24th & 25th September Take a magical journey as the Carnival rolls into town.

Time: 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ GlamMantic-70s & 80s Decades Show Every Tuesday, Friday & Sunday Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Blackpool Ghost Walks Every Thursday, Saturday & Sunday in September A guide through some of Blackpool’s most famous and most haunted locations and attractions.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 adult, £3.50 Child, £16 Family 4 Tel: 01253 478222

September

Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX Legends Every Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday A new and brilliantly refreshed line up of amazing performers.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ

Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier, FY1 1NE Nickelodeon Land-Paw Patrol Month 1st-30th September No job is too big, no pup is too small!

Tickets: See Website for Pleasure Beach Ticket Details Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Joe Pasquale: Live 1st September The one and only Joe Pasquale is in town for a one night special.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.00 - £25.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On Weekend 2nd-4th September Time: TBA Tickets: TBA Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com Venue: Tower Festival Headland, FY1 4BJ Blackpool Illuminations & Lightpool 2nd September-6th November The greatest free light show on earth has been a major part of Blackpool’s attraction since 1879 when they were described as ‘Artificial Sunshine’.

Time: Various Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com Venue: Promenade & Headland Nickelodeon SLIMEFEST 3rd-4th September Featuring two live shows, activities, characters, music and slime!

Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com/slime Venue: Promenade & Winter Gardens Roy Chubby Brown 9th September He’s the UK’s most outrageous comedian!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £17.00 - £22.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Northern Soul Reunion 2016 9th-10th September Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £10.00 - £12.50 Tel: 0871 222 9929

Blackpool World Fireworks Championship 9th-30th Every Friday night. All displays subject to suitable weather conditions.

Build up from 7.30pm, firing at approx. 8.30pm.

30th September - Celebration Display by UK and Winner Announcement.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: FREE Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com Venue: Central Promenade

Blackpool World Fireworks Championship

George Formby Convention 17th & 18th September Time: 1.30pm Tickets: £6.00 - £10.00 Tel: 01253 623971 Web: www.georgeformby.co.uk Venue: Imperial Hotel, North Promenade, FY1 2HB Pretty Muddy Race for Life 17th September A brilliant 5K muddy obstacle course.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: £10.00 - £19.99 Tel: 0300 123 0770 Web: www.raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org Venue: Lawsons Showground, East Park Drive, FY3 8LL Ford Day 18th September Car show.

Time: 9.00am Tickets: FREE Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.fordday.co.uk Venue: Middle Walk, Promenade, FY1 1RQ Festival of the Horse 18th September Annual Service of Blessing of Horses.

Time: 11.30am

September

Web: www.blackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, FY1 4BJ

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BLACKPOOL WORLD FIREWORKS CHAMPIONSHIP BETWEEN NORTH AND CENTRAL PIERS Viewing area Tower Festival Headland to North Promenade. Build up from 7.30pm | Fireworks 8.30pm (approximate times) For more information call 01253 478222 or go to visitblackpool.com/ďŹ reworks All displays subject to suitable weather conditions

Footloose the Musical 19th-24th September With a dynamic cast, including Gareth Gates as Willard and Maureen Nolan as Vi Moore.

Time: 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: From £15.00 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW

Footloose The Musical

Lytham Heritage Centre Exhibitions 2016 20th September Living with ColourArt Exhibition: Art and Ceramics by Siobhan Haley & Marie Kershaw.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: Lytham Heritage Centre, 2 Henry St Lytham Psychic Sally: Call me Psychic 29th September The nation’s favourite psychic.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £27.00 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Puppetry Of The Penis-The Vegas Show 30th September Time: 8.00pm Tickets: £22.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Beautiful World 30th September A tribute to the music of ‘Take That’.

Time: 7.45pm

September

Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 766983 Venue: Lytham Hall, Lytham, FY5 4JX

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BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS SWITCH-ON BLACKPOOL PROMENADE An all star concert and Blackpool’s biggest event of the year. Join us in celebrating the Switch-On of Blackpool’s iconic Illuminations For more information call 01253 478222 or go to visitblackpool.com/switchon

Leye D Johns Presents ….. VIVA! 1st, 5th, 8th,12th, 15th, 19th, 22nd, 26th, 29th October An amazing evening of live 'Vegas' style show entertainment.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ The Comedy Station Comedy Club 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th October The very best in stand-up comedy talent.

Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show Every Tue, Thur, Fri , Say & Sun in October Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus show.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Neon: The Charged Line 2nd Sept-23 Dec This exhibition is part of Lightpool at Blackpool Illuminations.

Time: 10am-5pm Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 478170 Web: www.grundyartgallery.com Venue: Grundy Art Gallery, Queen St, FY1 1PU The Jerseys present… Oh What A Nite!

4th, 11th, 18th October It’s an evening of great music, fun and more.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ IL VIVO 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th October An incredible all male, 4 part harmony group.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ

Legends Every Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday A new and brilliantly refreshed line up of amazing performers.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Ken Webster Every Saturday Mentalist, hypnotist! Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Russ Brown’s Carnival Of Magic Every Sat & Sun plus weekday from 17th Oct - 6th Nov excluding 22nd, 29th Oct & 5th Nov Take a magical journey as the Carnival rolls into town.

Time: 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ GlamMantic-70s & 80s Decades Show Every Tuesday, Friday & Sunday Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Blackpool Ghost Walks Every Thursday, Saturday & Sunday in September A guide through some of Blackpool’s most famous and most haunted locations and attractions.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £6.00 adult, £3.50 Child, £16 Family 4 Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier, FY1 1NE Nickelodeon Land-90s Nickelodeon Month 1st-30th October 90s Nickelodeon game shows and characters.

Tel: 0871 222 9090

October

Funny Girls Summer Show Closed Mondays A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX

Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Ghost The Musical 3rd-8th October GHOST is a timeless fantasy about the power of love.

Time: 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: From £19.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW

Ghost The Musical

Spot the Mole Competition 8th October Our annual Mole Hunt. Help us save the worms!! Prizes for all!

Time: 10.00am Tickets: £5.95 - £6.95 Tel: 01253 763827 Web: www.blackpoolmodelvillage.com Venue: Blackpool Model Village, East Park Drive Stanley Park, FY3 9AB Lytham Heritage Centre Exhibitions 2016 11 October "Promen-art and Perspectives" a combined exhibition of contrasting art media.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: 2 Henry St, Lytham , FY8 5LE Roy Chubby Brown 14th October He’s the UK’s most outrageous comedian!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £17.00 - £22.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church St, FY1 1HJ Philip Hurst Presents Summer Dance 15th October A 50/50 social dance evening.

Time: 7.00pm (Workshop 5.30 -7pm) included in the price Tickets: £17.50 Tel: 0871 222 9929

IMPORTANT once purchased please email phil@hurstdance.co.uk to reserve your table.

Shout!-The Mod Musical 19th October- 3rd November The sounds of the 60s will be well and truly heard in Blackpool as hit jukebox musical SHOUT! heads to the resort.

Time: 2.00pm & 7:30pm Tickets: From ÂŁ15.00 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Sequence Dance Festival 22nd-25th October The Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival covers Classical, Modern and Latin Sequence Dancing.

Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.blackpooldancefestival.com Venue: Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens, Church St, FY1 1HW Halloween Half Term 22nd-31st October Halloween with live music, vampires & zombies scaring around park.

Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Circus of Horrors 27th-31st October 5-night gore-fest.

Time: Various Tickets: From ÂŁ15.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Globe Theatre, FY4 1EZ Vampire Pleasure Beach 29th October Late night riding, live music, vampires & zombies scaring around park.

Tickets: See Website for Pleasure Beach Ticket Details Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Late Night Riding 29th October-2nd November Enjoy the rides on park late into the night and then prepare to be wowed by a spectacular fireworks display to end the evening.

Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ Halloween Spook Fest 30th October-5th November Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.supernaturalevents.co.uk Venue: Tours commence at North Pier, FY1 1NE

October

Web: www.theblackpooltower.com Venue: The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, FY1 4BJ

High Jinx Magic & Illusion Family Show 1st, 3rd-5th, 6th, 8th, 10th, 12th & 13th November Michael Jordan’s High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus show.

Time: 2.00pm & 7.45pm Tickets: £8.50 - £30.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Russ Brown’s Carnival Of Magic 1st-4th and 6th November Take a magical journey as the Carnival rolls into town.

Time: 5.30pm & 7.30pm Tickets: £12.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ Funny Girls Summer Show 1-6th November A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX GlamMantic-70s & 80s Decades Show 1st, 4th, 6th & 19th November Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £5.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Shout!-The Mod Musical 1st-3rd November The sounds of the 60s will be well and truly heard in Blackpool as hit jukebox musical SHOUT! heads to the resort.

Time: 2.00pm & 7:30pm Tickets: From £15.00 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Winter Gardens, Church Street, FY1 1HW

Shout! The Mod Musical

Leye D Johns Presents ….. VIVA! 2nd, 5th, 9th & 12th November An amazing evening of live 'Vegas' style show entertainment.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ The Comedy Station Comedy Club 5th, 12th & 19th November The very best in stand-up comedy talent every week for ‘Stand-Up Saturday’ live at VIVA. Time: 8.15pm Tickets: £9.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ King of Pop 4th November Performer ‘Navi’ once earned a standing ovation from Michael Jackson himself.

Time: 7:30pm Tickets: From £10.00 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Winter Gardens, Church Street, FY1 1HW Elvis Illuminations Extravaganza 4th November The winner of the European Elvis Tribute Awards Simon Patrick.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Ken Webster 5th November Mentalist, hypnotist! Adults only.

Time: 8.30pm Tickets: £14.00 Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach Horseshoe Bar, FY4 1EZ

November

Lytham Heritage Centre Exhibitions 2016 1st November 'Vibrant Views Creative Canvasses' by Photographic Artist, Elizabeth McMorran.

Time: 10.00am Tickets: Free Tel: 01253 730787 Web: www.lythamheritage.co.uk Venue: 2 Henry Street, Lytham , FY8 5LE

Late Night Riding 5th November Celebrate Bonfire Night and enjoy the rides on park late into the night and then enjoy a spectacular fireworks display to end the evening.

Tel: 0871 222 9090 Web: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com Venue: Pleasure Beach, Ocean Boulevard FY4 1EZ The Australian Pink Floyd 5th November ‘THE BEST OF THE BEST’ Tour taking in 22 dates across the UK. Time: 7:30pm Tickets: From £27.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Winter Gardens, Church Street, FY1 1HW Remembrance Sunday Service & Parade Service 6th November Time: 10:30am Tel: 01253 478222 Web: www.visitblackpool.com Venue: Cenotaph, North Pier The Jerseys present… Oh What A Nite!

8th November It’s an evening of great music, fun and more.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ IL VIVO 10th November An incredible all male, 4 part harmony group.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ 80s Gold 11th & 25th November The Ultimate 80s Tribute Show.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Soul and Mo-town Night with The Kommitments 12th November A live 10 piece tribute to the hugely popular feel-good film of the nineties "The Commitments".

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk

Kevin ‘B***dy’Wilson 12th November Outrageous Aussie singer/songwriter and comedian.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: From £29.50 Tel: 01253 621452 Web: www.northpierblackpool.co.uk Venue: North Pier Theatre, FY1 1NE Jingle Bells Ball-Christmas Party Spectacular 18th, 19th 26th November A spectacular show featuring the best vocalists performing party tunes and solo numbers.

Time: 8.45pm Tickets: From £16.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Queen Tribute Starring Steve Littlewood 18th November Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £15.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Karpenters 24th November Award winning UK’s No. 1 Carpenters tribute show.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ U2 Elevation 26th November U2 tribute band.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Bowie Experience 27th November A spectacular concert featuring all of David Bowie’s hits.

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £26.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Betty Legs Diamond 28th November Join the original ‘Funny Girl’ and her cast of dancers.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: From £12.00

November

Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ

GlamMantic-70s & 80s Decades Show Every Tuesday, Friday & Sunday Two of Britain’s most iconic eras within the music industry.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £12.50 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Jingle Bells Ball-Christmas Party Spectacular 2nd-4th, 8th-10th, 12th-19th, 21st-23rd December A spectacular show featuring the best vocalists performing party tunes and solo numbers.

Time: 8.45pm Tickets: From £5.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Funny Girls Christmas Show 17 Nov-8 Jan A unique and exciting experience of classic entertainment with a twist!

Time: Doors Open 7.00pm Tickets: Vary, contact venue for details Tel: 01253 649194 Web: www.funnygirlsonline.co.uk Venue: Funny Girls, 5 Dickson Road, FY1 2AX Robbie Tribute 2nd December Robbie Williams tribute band.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £24.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ The Jerseys present… Oh What A ‘Festive’ Nite!

3rd December An evening of great music, fun and more.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Abba Sensation 3rd December Abba are back!!

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £24.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ

Frozen Tribute 4th & 18th December Anna and Elsa reproduce all your favorite songs from the hit Disney film 'Frozen'.

Time: 2.00pm Tickets: From £5.00 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Too Rex T Rex Tribute 9th December A musical tribute to the late, great Marc Bolan and his band T.Rex. Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £24.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Aladdin 9th December-8th January Pantomine.

Time: Various-Check website for details Tickets: £16.50 - £22.50 Tel: 01253 290190 Web: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk Venue: Grand Theatre, Church St, FY1 1HT Great Expectations-The Musical 10th December-7th January Hit musical and classic story Great Expectations.

Time: 10.30am, 2.00pm & 7:30pm Tickets: £20.00 - £39.50 Tel: 0844 856 1111 Web: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk Venue: Winter Gardens, Church Street, FY1 1HW Bee Gee’s Tribute 10th December Bee Gees Fever present the ultimate tribute to The Bee Gees.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £29.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk

December

An Enchanted Fairytale Christmas 3rd-4th December A magical day out where priceless memories will be made.

Time: 10.00am, 1.00pm, 4.00pm Tickets: £15.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ

Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Need A Little Christmas 11th December Nicky Figgins Centre Stage Academy presents their annual Christmas show.

Time: 7.00pm Tickets: £6.00 - £10.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ The Karpenters 11th December The Award winning UK’s No. 1 Carpenters tribute show.

Time: 2.00pm Tickets: From £24.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ 'Michael 'The Legacy' in Concert Starring Craig Harrison' 15th December A jaw dropping tribute to Michael Jackson.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £29.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Elvis Tribute 16th December "Suspiciously Elvis - quite simply Britain's finest tribute performer" Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £29.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ Soul & Motown Night With The Kommitments 17th December A live 10 piece tribute to the hugely popular feel-good film of the nineties "The Commitments".

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £29.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ 80s Gold 19th December The Ultimate 80s Tribute Show.

Time: 9.00pm Tickets: From £24.99 Tel: 01253 625262 Web: www.the-sands-blackpool.co.uk

IL VIVO 20th December An incredible all male, 4 part harmony group.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.50 - £19.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ VIVA! Christmas Eve 24th December The perfect time to get the family together for the big day!

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.00 - £29.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Christmas Day Family Lunch & Gala Dinner 25th December Take the stress and hassle out of Christmas Day – let us look after you with our Family Lunch or Family Gala Dinner.

Time: 12.00pm & 1:30pm Tickets: From £9.95 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Roy Chubby Brown 27th-28th December He’s the UK’s most outrageous comedian!

Time: 7.30pm Tickets: £17.00 - £22.00 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Chris Connor 29th-30th December The world famous Elvis Presley tribute show Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £12.50 - £47.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ Leye D Johns Presents… Viva! New Years Eve Gala Show 31st December The complete night out under one roof.

Time: 7.45pm Tickets: £5.00 - £64.50 Tel: 01253 297297 Web: www.vivablackpool.com Venue: VIVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ

December

Venue: Sands Venue, Promenade, FY1 4TQ

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