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Welcome
Summer is in full swing.
As the sun shines and the schools close for the summer break, there’s never been a better time to explore Lancashire. With an abundance of scenic landscapes, delectable cuisine, and charming cities, towns, and villages, there are plenty of activities, sights, and flavours to enjoy.
But that’s not all—Lancashire hosts a variety of exciting events during the summer months that are perfect for the whole family.
From lively outdoor festivals and concerts to delightful theatre performances, food festivals, and annual events like the World Gravy Wrestling Championships and the iconic Blackpool Illuminations, there’s something for everyone to delight in.
This helpful guide will provide you with all the details you need about these fantastic events taking place in Lancashire from July to September, including a special section for the upcoming August Bank Holiday weekend—a perfect opportunity for a short family getaway in Lancashire.
So, create some unforgettable memories with a visit to Lancashire this summer.
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Get closer to nature this summer
Discover wonderful birds and wildlife with a range of events and activities at RSPB Leighton Moss and Morecambe Bay nature reserve
Nestled in the Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the RSPB’s Leighton Moss and Morecambe Bay nature reserve o ers truly wild days out.
Discover a vast wetland landscape that provides a safe haven for amazing wildlife including otters, red deer, marsh harriers, bitterns and bearded tits.
Explore the trails, birdwatching hides and climb the 9 metre high Skytower for views over the sweeping reedbeds and across to the impressive expanse of Morecambe Bay.
Whether you are a novice birdwatcher, a seasoned enthusiast or a family wishing to spend some quality time in the great outdoors, a day out at RSPB Leighton Moss is a wonderful way to immerse yourself in nature.
With a programme of year-round events and activities to suit all levels of interest and experience, there really is something for everyone.
RSPB Leighton Moss, Storrs Lane, Silverdale LA5 0SW
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The RSPB is a registered charity: England and Wales no. 207076, Scotland no. SC037654 Plan your visit rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss @RSPBLeightonMoss @RSPBLeightonM Events and activities coming soon include Birdsong for Beginners guided walk
& Landscape Photography Workshop
for Beginners guided walk
Tots (for pre-schoolers)
Discoveries guided walk
Pond-dipping
Summer Safari Find out more at events.rspb.org.uk/leightonmoss
Wildlife
Birding
Nature
Dusk
Family
Kids’
Drawn to Water: Quentin
Blake at WWT Martin Mere
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
West Lancashire
Various Dates
MET (Ribbleton)
88 - 91 Blackpool Road
Preston
30th June - 30th July
Barry Steele & Friends
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
1st July
The Tateham Modern
Art Exhibition
Maiden Bridge Gallery
Festival of Bowland
Various Dates
Ben Ark Cityscape
Exhibition Saturday 1st
July at Carnes Fine Art
Carnes Fine Art
West Lancashire
1st July
Lytham Festival
Lytham Green, Lytham St Annes.
28th June – 2nd July
Lytham Festival returns this summer with headliners Jamiroquai, George Ezra, Kaiser Chiefs, Lionel Richie and more all taking to the stage.
Darwen Festival of Fun
Darwen Market Square
Blackburn
1st July
Family Antics at the Museum
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
1st July
Hack, Hike & Bike for HAPPA
Black House Lane
Burnley
1st - 31st July
Saturday Sessions: Making Elements
Longitude Gallery
Ribble Valley
1st July
Songs from the Northern Powerhouse
Queen St Mill Textile Museum
Burnley
1st July
JULY
Boxing Evening at Thornton
Hall Country Park
Thornton Hall Country Park
Pendle
1st July
Rossendale Kite Festival
The Adrenaline Centre
Rossendale
1st July
The 14th Annual Fylde
Vintage & Farm Show 2023
The Show Field
Fylde
1st - 3rd July
Pond Dipping
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
West Lancashire
Various Dates
Canoe Safari & Boat Tour
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
West Lancashire
Various Dates
Moth Trapping
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
West Lancashire
Various Dates
Happy Mount Park - The Normans are coming
Happy Mount Park
Lancaster
2nd July
Rob Lamberti
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
2nd July
The Elton John Show
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Blackpool
2nd July
Megaslam Wrestling at Thornton Hall Country Park
Thornton Hall Country Park
Pendle
2nd July
Film Club : Allelujah (12A)
Horse + Bamboo
Rossendale
4th July
Before Bond: Ian Fleming’s wartime commando
The Atkinson
Southport
5th July
The Laughienda Comedy Club Preston
The Continental Preston
5th July
Amore Amor Amour:
Hot Ice Show
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool
Various Dates
Films at The Whitaker: Aftersun
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
6th July
Morecambe Music Festival
Various Venues
Lancaster
6th - 9th July
80’s Mania
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
7th July
Friday Night Laughs
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
7th July
Stonyhurst Museum
Stonyhurst
Ribble Valley
7th July - 19th August
Garstang Scarecrow Festival
Moss Lane Playing Fields
Wyre
7th - 9th July
Blackpool Comedy Festival
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
7th - 9th July
Waterfoot Wakes
Horse + Bamboo
Rossendale
7th -16th July
CHRIS CONNOR - The World
Famous Elvis Show
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
8th July
The National Festival of Making
Blackburn town Centre
8th – 9th July
The National Festival of Making is a unique celebration of making, from the kitchen table to the factory floor. The FREE family festival returns to Blackburn town centre this July combining art, manufacturing, making and communities.
Open Garden
Gibbon Bridge Hotel & Restaurant
Preston
8th July
Pendle Threads
Gawthorpe Hall
Burnley
8th July
Saturday Night Live!
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
8th July
Midsummer Wellness Day Retreat
Samlesbury Hall
South Ribble
8th July
Goosnargh and Longridge
Agricultural Show
The Showfield at Longridge
Preston
8th July
Dino Fest
Lancaster City Centre
Lancaster
8th - 9th July
Legends Of Variety
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
9th July
Get ready for the biggest and brightest events of 2023!
Lancaster
and Morecambe Bay Summer Event Highlights 2023
Lancaster Maritime Museum: FLOTILLA Exhibition until 9 July
Brass Bands in Happy Mount Park Sundays until end of August
Carnforth Station Heritage Centre: Phoenix Railway Photographic Exhibition until 31 August
Lancaster City Museum: Animalia Exhibition until 3 September
Judges’ Lodgings: Facing The Past, Black Lancastrians Exhibition until 5 November
Maiden Bridge Summer Exhibition 24 June - 30 July (weekends and by appointment)
Lunesdale Arts Trail 2023 24 - 25 June and 1 - 2 July
Happy Mount Park: The Normans Are Coming! 1 - 2 July
Morecambe Winter Gardens: Morecambe Bay Art Fair 1 - 2 July
Morecambe Promenade: Get Cycling Activities Weekend 1 - 2
Leighton Hall Classic & Performance Motor Show 2 July
Morecambe Music Festival 6 - 9 July
Dino Fest, Lancaster 8 - 9 July
Bay Health Festival 8 - 9 July
Morecambe Fringe Festival 9 - 30 July
Morecambe Rides Again 14 - 16 July
The Platform: The Summer Rock ‘n’ Roll Show 15 July
Heysham Viking Festival 15 - 16 July
Lancaster Grand Prix 16 July
The Storey: Lancaster Art Fair 21 - 27 July
The Dukes Play in the Park: Around the World in 80 Days 21 July - 27 August
Leighton Hall: Twelfth Night - Shakespeare in the Garden 27 July
Morecambe Pride 29 July
Morecambe Winter Gardens: Rin-Tin-Tin & Friends - Bring Your Dog! 29 July
The Alhambra: Explosive Light Orchestra 11 August
The Storey: The Witches’ Revival 17 - 20 August
Vintage by the Sea 2 - 3 September
Morecambe Bay Golf Festival 4 - 8 September
Lancaster Jazz Festival 6 - 10 September
Williamson Park: Lancaster Krazy Races 17 September
The Platform: Gospel Bayfest 22 - 24 September
Morecambe Poetry Festival 22 - 24 September
Lancaster Grand: The Addams Family 26 - 30 September
For more details of these and other events: www.exploremorecambebay.org.uk | www.visitlancaster.org.uk
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All event details are correct to the best of our knowledge but may be subject to changes. Please contact the event organiser directly before making a special journey to visit.
The Normans Are Coming! Vintage by the Sea The Dukes Play in the ParkOrmskirk Gingerbread Festival
Ormskirk Town Centre
10th July
Visit Ormskirk Town Centre this July for a fun-filled day out for all the family, as the Gingerbread Festival returns. You can expect free children’s entertainment, non-stop musical entertainment and even an artisan market.
Birds of Prey at Thornton
Hall Country Park
Thornton Hall Country Park
Pendle
9th July
Free History Tours
Samlesbury Hall
South Ribble
9th July
SIX The Musical
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
11th July
History Wardrobe
Gawthorpe Hall
Burnley
12th July
Richard Dadd, the Fairy Feller & the Mischievous Sprite
The Atkinson
West Lancahsire
12th July
Sea Life Needle
Felting Workshop
Queen St Mill Textile Museum
Burnley
12th July
Beat Herder Festival
Gisburn Road
Ribble Valley
13th - 16th July
Victorian Kitchen Open
Gawthorpe Hall
Burnley
13th July
Bat and Barn Owl Nights
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
West Lancashire
14th - 15th July
Diana Ross Tribute Night
Lancashire Manor Hotel
West Lancashire
14th - 15th July
I’m Alive - The Ultimate Celine Dion Tribute Showstarring January Butler
VIVA Blackpool
Blackpool
14th July
1940 Weekend Heskin Hall
Heskin Hall
Chorley
15th July
Soul & Motown Extravaganza
Viva Blackpool
Blackpool
15th July
Heysham Viking Festival
Main Street, Heysham
Lancaster
15th - 16th July
Lancaster Grand Prix
Williamson Park
Lancaster
16th July
Spooky Tours with Simon
Samlesbury Hall
South Ribble
16th July
Stonyhurst Summer
Tennis Camp 2023
Stonyhurst College
Ribble Valley
18th - 21st July
The Drifters
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
19th July
Films at The Whitaker: The Green Ray
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
20th July
Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
20th July
Seek Out Festival
Gisburn Forest
Festival of Bowland
21st - 23rd July
Afternoon Tea - Wakes
Week Picnic
Queen St Mill Textile Museum
Burnley
21st July
King Of Pop
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
21st July
Royal Lancashire
Agricultural show
Salesbury Hall
Ribble Valley
21st - 23rd July
Beginning to Write with Sara Sherwood
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
22nd July
Fleetwood Festival of Transport / Tram Sunday
Fleetwood Town Centre
16th July
The transport festival, known as Tram Sunday, has been one of Fleetwood’s biggest spectacles for more than three decades. You can expect a host of acts, vintage vehicles, parades and other events throughout the day.
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Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
22nd July
Barnoldswick Kite Festival
Victory Park
Pendle
22nd July
Late Night Riding & Fireworks
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool
22nd July
Jurrassic Adventure
Mrs Dowsons Farm park
Blackburn
Various Dates
Colne Grand Prix
Colne Town
Pendle
25th July
Blackpool Grand Theatre
Heritage Tour
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Blackpool
25th - 26th July
Beach Art
North Beach Car Park
Fylde
26th July
The Dukes Play in the park: Around the world in 80 days
Williamson Park, Lancaster
21st July – 27th August
The Dukes outdoor theatre extravaganza returns to the beautiful Williamson Park with an epic outdoor adventure for the whole family. Follow Phileas Fogg on an epic whirlwind adventure, as he races against the ticking clock to travel around the world in 80 days.
CREATE: Clown Egg Workshop
Showtown Activity Hub
Blackpool
26th July
Summertime Games
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool
26th July
Helen Angell, Harriet Mena
Hill and Mandy Payne: Travels
Through The Valley of Stone
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
Various Dates
Make it! Craft Workshop
The Atkinson West Lancashire
27th July
Paddy Campbell: Outside In – Inside Out
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
Various Dates
Dragon Fun
Judges Lodgings
Lancaster
28th July
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Pirates Adventure – The Afternoon Family Show
VIVA Blackpool
Blackpool
28th July
The Curious Case of Ephraim MontgomeryConvict for Australia
Judges Lodgings
Lancaster
28th July
Hey Duggee The Live Theatre Show
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
29th - 30th July
The Landing: Carole Dawber – Colourscape
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
Various Dates
Colne Grand Prix
Colne Town Centre
25th July
Experience the thrills and spills of street racing with non-stop entertainment at this year’s Colne Grand Prix this summer. As a round of the National Elite Series, the top riders in the country will be taking part.
Cirque - The Greatest Show
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
Blackpool
29th - 30th July
A Day of Knights with the Silver School of Arms
Clitheroe Castle and Museum
Ribble Valley
29th July
Downham Hall Open Gardens
Downham Hall
Ribble Valley
30th July
The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever
Avenham & Miller Parks
Preston
30th July
Chorley Flower Show
Astley Park, Chorley
28th – 30th July
Chorley Flower Show is a wonderful day out for all the family, with something for everyone to enjoy. See some of the finest professional exhibitors with multiple gold medals from the country’s largest flower shows and RHS events.
AUGUST
Recycled Model Building Week
Queen St Mill Textile Museum
Burnley
2nd - 5th August
CREATE: Love Parks Week
Stanley Park
Blackpool
3rd August
Films at The Whitaker: Do The Right Thing
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
3rd August
Joe Pasquale - The New Normal - 40 years of cacklive stand up comedy show
Viva Blackpool
Blackpool
3rd August
Rebellion Festival
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
3rd - 6th August
A Day out with Thomas
East Lancashire Railway
Rossendale
5th - 6th August
Garstang Show
The Garstang Showfield
Wyre
5th August
Gin Tasing
Gibbon Bridge Hotel and Restaurant
Preston
5th August
Saturday Sessions:
Donald’s Sketchbook
Longitude Gallery
Ribble Valley
5th August
Sense & Sensibility
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
5th August
Soul & Motown Extravaganza
Viva Blackpool
Blackpool
5th August
Summer Antics at the Museum
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
5th August
Twilight Thrills
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool
5th August
HERITAGE TOUR: Promenade
History Walk
Wilton Parade Tram Shelter
Blackpool
8th August
Clitheroe Food Festival
Clitheroe town centre
12th August
Expect delicious Lancashire produce, inspirational chefs, and exciting culinary activities at this year’s Clitheroe Food Festival.
Create with Caroline: Reuse and Recycle
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
9th August
Top Secret – The Magic of Science
Viva Blackpool
Blackpool
9th August
Simon Mark – PETER KAY – UK’s No.1 Tribute! Plus support
Viva Blackpool
Blackpool
10th August
Robin Hood
Lytham Hall
Fylde
11th August
Sarah & Duck’s Big Top Birthday
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
11th August
The Preston Weekender
Preston Flag Market
Preston
11th August
Viva Pop Party Presents!
Harry Styled, Ariana
Grande, Bruno Marrs
Viva Blackpool
Blackpool
11th August
Barry Steele And Friends
Lowther Pavilion Theatre
Fylde
12th August
Blackpool Air Show
Blackpool Promenade
12th – 13th August
Blackpool Air Show returns this August with some of the world’s finest military and civilian aircraft performing over the iconic seafront, including the famous Red Arrows.
Twelfth Night
Lytham Hall
Fylde
13th August
Vermeer: The Greatest Exhibition
Lowther Pavilion & Gardens
Fylde
13th August
Wind in the Willow - Quantum
Tehatre Astley Park
Astley Park
Chorley
13th August
Great Eccleston Show
The Show Ground
Preston
15th - 16th August
Greatest Days
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
15th August
Tracey Neville MBE
Summer Netball Camp
Stonyhurst College
Ribble Valley
15th - 17th August
Afternoon TeaSummer Vacation
Queen St Mill Textile Museum
Burnley
17th August
Opera at The Whitaker:
Verdi’s Otello
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
17th August
BURN – A tribute to Deep Purple
The Atkinson West Lancashire
18th August
The Dino Adventure East Lancashire Railway
Rossendale
19th August
Lytham 1940s Weekend
Lytham Town Centre
Fylde
19th - 20th August
Place-writing workshop with Helen Angell
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
19th August
Preston City Wrestling
Preston Flag Market
Preston
19th August
TALK: Women in the Water - 160 Years of Swimming
The Joe Longthorne MBE Museum
Blackpool
19th August
The Joey Blower Afternoon
Comedy Show
Viva Blackpool
Blackpool
19th August
Pride and Prejudice
Lytham Hall
Fylde
20th August
Stonyhurst Rugby
Summer Camp 2023
Stonyhurst College
Ribble Valley
21st - 24th August
Green Fayre
Beacon Country Park
West Lancashire
22nd - 23rd August
An Intimate Evening with Iain Matthews
The Atkinson West Lancashire
23rd August
Big Dipper Party
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool
23rd August
Dunsop Valley Ramble and Tramper Trek
Dunsop Valley
Festival of Bowland
24th August
Hey Duggee Family Fun Day
East Lancashire Railway
Rossendale
24th - 25th August
Modes of Looking
The Whitaker Museum
Rossendale
24th August
Eclipse: The Pink Floyd Experience
The Atkinson West Lancashire
25th August
Ride the Lights
Blackpool Promenade
Blackpool
29th August
Brockholes Family Bat Walk
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston
31st August
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Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival
Colne Town Centre
25th – 27th August
The annual award-winning and much-loved Great British Rhythm and Blues Festival returns this August bank holiday weekend in several town centre venues across Colne with a range of amazing local bands taking to the stages.
Bank Holiday
As August Bank Holiday arrives and the summer season starts to come to an end, there’s still time to create some fantastic summer memories and make the most of your long weekend at one of the exciting Lancashire events. Whether it’s a family affair, a long awaited catch up with friends or an annual tradition, there’s something for everyone this August in Lancashire.
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Accrington Soapbox Challenge
Accrington Town Centre
26th August
The eagerly anticipated Soapbox Challenge will return to Accrington Town Centre for a fantastic day of racing, fun and shopping local.
Burnley Canal Festival
Finsley Gate Wharf
27th August
A free family friendly festival celebrating Burnley’s canal side returns this August where you can expect plenty of free things to do for all ages.
Jay Fontalba presents – Ultimate RnB!
Viva Blackpool Blackpool
25th August
St Annes on the sea music festival
Ashton Gardens
Fylde
25th - 28th August
Lowther’s Food & Drink Festival
Lowther Pavilion Theatre
Fylde
26th - 28th August
Heskin Pirate Day
Heskin Hall
Chorley
27th August
Artisan Street at Affinity Lancashire
Affinity Lancashire
Wyre
28th August
Summer Concert
Gibbon Bridge Hotel and Restaurant
Preston
28th August
The World Gravy Wrestling Championships
Rose ‘N’ Bowl, Rossendale
28th August
The World Gravy Wrestling Championships return this August Bank Holiday, a wild and whacky wrestling competition in a pool full of Lancashire Gravy!
SEPTEMBER
Blackpool Illuminations
Switch-On
Blackpool Tower Festival Headland
Blackpool
1st September
Nature Connection
Wild Workshop
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston
1st September
The British Country
Music Festival 2023
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
1st - 3rd September
The Mersey Beatles
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
2nd September
Annie
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
6th September
Jigsaw Festival
St Paul’s Church
Ramsbottom
6th - 9th September
Annie
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
6th - 9th September
Cocomelon
SEA LIFE Blackpool
Blackpool
Various dates
Oh What A Nite! starring The Jersey Beats
Viva Blackpool
Blackpool
Various dates
Northern Live – Do I Love You
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
8th September
Woodland
Tools Wild Workshop
at Mere Sands Wood
Mere Sands Wood Nature Reserve
West Lancashire
8th September
Blackpool Illuminations
Blackpool Promenade
1st September – 1st January
The world-famous Blackpool Illuminations need very little introduction, with six miles of tradition festoons, tableaux, and interactive features along the promenade. It really is the greatest free light show on earth.
90s Live
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
8th September
Lancashire Game and Country Festival
Scorton Showground
Scorton, Preston
9th - 10th September
Rhys James: Spilt Milk
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
9th September
Limehouse Lizzy
Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Burnley
9th September
Vintage by the Sea
Morecambe Seafront
2nd-3rd September
2023 marks a decade since the first Vintage by the Sea and everyone is invited to celebrate the brilliance of timeless design, fashion, art, vehicles, entertainment, and culture in Morecambe.
Fylde Coast Food and Drink festival
Marine Hall and Gardens
Fylde
9th - 10th September
Whitney - Queen of the Night
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
10th September
Heathers The Musical
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Blackpool
12th September
Wishbone Ash
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
12th September
Patchwork of Life
Gawthorpe Hall
Burnley
13th September
St Annes Kite Festival
St Annes Beach
8th – 10th September
The fabulous international Kite Festival returns to St Annes on Sea this summer for another dazzling show. You can expect to see kites of all shapes and sizes, including a special illuminated kite flying evening.
Preston Encounter Festival
Preston City Centre
15th – 17th September
Discover a creative extravaganza at Encounter Festival. Immerse yourself in captivating performances, vibrant installations, and exciting activities, celebrating the arts, culture, and heritage of Preston. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!
The Christians
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
15th September
500 Years of Garstang
Garstang
Festival of Bowland
16th September
Brockholes Adult Only Bat Walk
Brockholes Nature Reserve
Preston
16th September
Hopeful & Glorious Eco Makers Market
Hewitt Lecture Rooms
Lytham
16th September
Murder Mystery: All Aboard
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
16th September
World Fireworks
Championship Blackpool
Tower Festival Headland
Blackpool
16th September
Lancaster Krazy Races Soapbox Race
Lancaster
17th September
GO NOW! The Music of The Moody Blues (Tribute)
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
22nd September
Mark Watson: Search
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
22nd September
A Taste of Leyland
Leyland town centre
Date TBC
A Taste of Leyland is back for a whole host of food and drink from a range of local and regional businesses as well as children’s entertainment and live music.
Wigan Casino 50th Anniversary Weekender
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
22nd - 24th September
Morecambe Poetry Festival
Lancaster
22nd - 24th September
Queen One Vision: A Tribute to Queen
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
23rd September
The Bubble Show
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
23rd September
The Sixteen’s Choral
Pilgrimage: A Watchful Gaze
Blackburn Cathedral
Blackburn
23rd September
Preston Pride
Preston Flag Market
Preston
23rd September
Dirty Dancing
Blackpool Opera House
Blackpool
27th September
The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
27th September
The Bon Jovi Experience
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
28th September
Ellie Sax – Balearics comes to Blackpool
Viva Blackpool
Blackpool
29th September
Life with the Judges
Judges Lodgings
Lancaster
29th September
Dan Nightingale’s Special
The Atkinson
West Lancashire
30th September
British Textile Biennial 2023
Burnley
29th September – 29th October
British Textile Biennial returns this year with new artist commissions, exhibitions and performances presented against the backdrop of the impressive infrastructure of the cotton industry in Pennine Lancashire.
PLANNING YOUR TRIP
By RoadThe M6 runs right through Lancashire connecting to the M61, M65, M55 and several major A roads. In less than an hour’s drive from Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds you could be exploring the vast Pennine Fells, beautiful Ribble Valley or driving along the world famous Blackpool promenade.
By Water
If you’re lucky enough to travel by water then both the Lancaster canal and Leeds-Liverpool canal give you the chance to sail right into the heart of places like Lancaster, Garstang and Burnley, whilst you’ll also get amazing views of our stunning countryside and wildlife on route.
By RailLancashire has excellent rail connections from all over the country – just two hours from London on the West Coast Line with Avanti West Coast with stations at Preston and Lancaster. Change at Preston to reach the towns of Clitheroe, Burnley, Blackburn, Colne and Ormskirk. There are also direct trains traveling from Manchester to most Lancashire towns and cities.
By AirBoth Liverpool John Lennon Airport and Manchester Airport have frequent flights serving Europe and international airports including Beijing, Hong Kong and New York. Manchester Airport has direct trains to many Lancashire destinations every 30 minutes and it’s less than an hour’s drive from Manchester to Preston.
By BikeBring your bike to Lancashire (or hire one when you get here) and appreciate the variety of terrain and breath-taking views. You can pick up hire bikes from a number of railway stations including Morecambe, Blackburn, Preston and Ormskirk, all at reasonable prices. Leisure Lakes Bikes in Lancaster city centre has a range of hire bikes including electric and hybrid, and Blackpool hire scheme has comfortable yellow bikes from the Palatine Leisure Centre. See cyclelancashire.com for a full list of cycle hire venues.
For more information on travelling to and around Lancashire go to visitlancashire.com
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