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Friday 2nd Nov 2012
Light Up Lancaster is a free event for all the family, taking place in outdoor spaces across the city centre. Take an autumn evening stroll through the city and be surprised and delighted by music, film, dance and art, lighting up Lancaster’s beautiful buildings and squares. Discover a corner of the city you’ve never noticed before, hear the rhythms and sounds at the beating heart of the city, stumble upon a story from Lancaster’s past, or simply see the city in a whole new light. Collect your guide to the Light Up Lancaster events from Dalton Square, Lancaster, between 7.30pm and 8pm on the night, or in advance from The Dukes. See where on the map overleaf.
Lancaster’s Arts Partners join forces with Lancaster City Council and Lancashire County Council to bring you a free walkabout light and art event for one night only.
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Hallowe’en events! Before the fireworks weekend arrives, here’s just a small selection of some of the half term events to tempt you in the week leading up to the Fireworks Spectacular… The Dukes
Half Term Takeover
Daily during half term Join The Dukes for a full-on family fun takeover for young people of all ages, with workshops in photography, mask-making, puppets, radio, film-making and creative writing plus family film screenings daily at 2pm. More details at www.dukes-lancaster.org/half_term Morecambe Festival Market
Hallowe’en Tricks and Treats
Sat 27 to Sun 28 Oct Ghost hunts and competitions at the Festival Market in Morecambe. For more details: www.lancaster.gov.uk/festivalmarket Judges’ Lodgings
Mad Spells Verses Bad Smells
Mon 29 Oct 12.00pm, 1.00pm, 2.00pm & 3.00pm Highly entertaining and wholly interactive! More half term events at www.lancashire.gov.uk/museums The Dukes
Phoenix from the Ashes
Mon 29 Oct A Phoenix from the Ashes will illuminate the canal with installations, audio and visual displays, light projections and music telling the story of what the waterway means to the city, its heritage and people. For more information call 01524 598500 or go to www.dukes-lancaster.org Williamson Park
Be a Zoo Keeper
Wed 31 Oct 9:30am – 12:30pm Become a Junior Zoo Keeper for the day and go behind the scenes at the Mini Beast House at Williamson Park. £5, ages 8-14. Book on 01524 842493. More events at www.lancaster.gov.uk/williamsonpark
Bugs and Bats
Wed 31 Oct 2pm Craft activities and a chance to learn about the wildlife in our area. More half term events at www.lancashire.gov.uk/museums Lancaster Castle
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Wed 31 Oct. Children’s tours 5pm, 5.30pm, 6pm, 6.30pm. Adult only tours: 7pm, 7.30pm, 8pm. Dare to join us on a spooky lantern lit tour! Prizes for best costume. £6/£5. Book in advance 01524 64998.
Don’t MISS OUT - Get your FREE fireworks wristband!
Last year's event drew record crowds, with an estimated 15,000 enjoying the fireworks across the city. This year attendances could be just as high as the fireworks are launched for the first time ever from the top of Lancaster Castle.
Order your FREE Fireworks Viewing Wristbands for Quay Meadow and Giant Axe only (see inside map)
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These are our most popular viewing areas which are closest to the fireworks display and will operate a ‘wristband only’ admission policy for the first time. All attendees will require a wristband, including young children and babies.
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But don’t worry, ordering your FREE Fireworks Wristbands is easy: Order Online: www.lancaster.gov.uk/fireworks
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Alternatively: Telephone: (01524) 582906 Or collect in person from either Lancaster or Morecambe Town Hall Customer Service Centres or Lancaster or Morecambe Visitor Information Centres
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What’s the latest I can order the wristbands? By 5pm Wednesday 24 October
How many wristbands can I order? Maximum of 6 per household
When will I receive the wristbands? Everyone with an email address will receive immediate confirmation of their order and all wristbands will be sent by post after the deadline of Wednesday 24 October. (please allow a few days for delivery)
What happens if all wristbands get allocated? Don’t worry there will still be plenty of places to view the fireworks outside the 2 main viewing areas – (see viewing area information inside) and the general rule is if you can ‘See the castle – you can see the fireworks!’
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Wed 31st Oct 5pm - 8.30pm Spooky Hallowe’en fun with competitions, storytelling, disco and entertainment. More details at www.happymountpark.co.uk
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Day of the Dead
Thu 1 Nov 10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 3.30pm Join artists Sue and Pete Flowers to explore the Mexican Day of the Dead celebration. Free, booking essential 01524 64637. More half term events at www.lancashire.gov.uk/museums
Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure accuracy in this publication, Lancaster City Council cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions. All details are correct at the time of going to print but unexpected changes to the programme can happen. Please check by telephone or website before setting out on your journey.
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DO NOT BRING SPARKLERS OR ALCOHOL TO ANY OF THE OFFICIAL VENUES.
COMING SOON - CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTS SWITCH ON! On Thursday 22nd November come into the city centre for the lighting of the Christmas Tree. Festivities will start at 3pm.
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The Main Event - Fireworks Night
Saturday 3 November
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Enter this historic city and enjoy one of the finest fireworks display of the north. For the first time ever, capture and experience the fireworks being fired from the top of Lancaster Castle - the imposing medieval fortress which dominates the skyline here.
7pm - 8.30pm Live outside broadcast from Quay Meadow presented by Graham Liver BBC Radio Lancashire will be here to entertain you before broadcasting ’live’ on digital radio or 104.5 FM giving everyone the chance to watch and hear the fireworks from wherever you are in the city.
For all enquiries about the Fireworks Spectacular and the daytime events, plus information on where to stay and what to do in the Lancaster area, please contact Lancaster Visitor Information Centre.
Earlier in the day, bring your family along to Lancaster's rich historic city centre where you can enjoy a full daytime events programme including workshops, tours and activities.
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7.30pm Last admission into our main viewing areas of Quay Meadow and Giant Axe.
But that’s not all. Previewing this year is ‘Light up Lancaster’ held the evening before the fireworks. The event invites you to stroll through and discover by night Lancaster’s historic squares and hidden spaces through illuminating performances of music, art and dance.
Daytime Events Programme
8pm - 8.30pm Fireworks Display - from the following viewing areas (see map key)
Guided tours of Lancaster Castle
Delve into the fascinating history of Lancaster castle and hear about the imprisonment and trials of the Lancashire Witches. Tours depart every 30mins (Admission Charge applies)
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10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 3.30pm
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Lantern making workshop
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Join the City or Maritime Museum for this creative Lantern making workshop. All materials will be provided and will provide you with the perfect souvenir to have with you on Bonfire Night. This is a family event. Please book in advance - places limited. Free event for children aged 5-11.
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Have fun with bonfire puzzles, create a bonfire collage or design a whizz bang rocket bookmark. Activities free but admission charge applies. (Opening hours 12noon-4pm.)
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Experience the thrill of building safe fires, toast marshmallows and make a delicious cup of hot chocolate. Free event. Book in advance. Ages 5-12. Williamson Park
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2pm - 2.30pm and 4pm - 4.30pm Fireworks storytelling
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