Spring / Summer 2025
EVENTS GUIDE
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Blackpool Zoo
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Helpful and friendly advice to make the
WHAT’S ON IN BLACKPOOL
A very warm welcome to the UK’s capital of entertainment where the shows, concerts and amazing free events just keep on coming!
Inside this handy, pocket-size guide, you will find a month-bymonth checklist of brilliant fun and enjoyment for all the family from April to August 2025.
There is nothing quite as special as live entertainment – and we have it in spades as the season bursts to life. Whether you are looking for a West End-style musical extravaganza, laugh-out-loud comedy, drama to make your heart race, or a spectacle of dance that will have your toes tapping, there’s a seat waiting for you in one of our fabulous venues.
Blackpool Air Show makes a soaring return on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 August, featuring some of the world’s finest military and civilian aircraft performing over the iconic seafront.
Later in the month, the excitement continues as the evenings shine a little brighter with Ride The Lights on August 26 and the Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On celebration on August 29. Best of all, these amazing events are all free to access!
So what are you waiting for? Enjoy this guide and use it to plan those special moments in the UK’s favourite beach resort this spring and summer.
For more information on all of our events, head to visitblackpool.com
Please note: Events and dates may be subject to change.
FUNNY GIRLS SPRING SHOW
23 January - 18 May, 8pm, £9.50+
Laugh, cheer and be dazzled by this spring spectacular. 01253 649194 | funnygirlsonline.co.uk
EVOLUTION OF MAGIC
13 February - 30 August, 6pm & 7.30pm, Horseshoe Bar, Pleasure Beach Resort, £14+ Craig Christian and Elizabeth Best from Britain’s Got Talent. 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
VIVA - THE SHOW
15 February - 21 June, 7.30pm, VIVA Blackpool, £17.95+
Bigger and better than ever for 2025! Starring Leye D Johns. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
BLACKPOOL TOWER CIRCUS
15 February - 2 November, The Blackpool Tower, £14+ Mr Boo and Mooky are back again for belly laughs aplenty! 01253 622242 | theblackpooltower.com
HIGH JINX
21 February - 30 December, 2.30pm, The Blackpool Tower, £10+
A show full of magic and illusions for all the family. 01253 622242 | theblackpooltower.com
PURE IMAGINATION - TIME TO BELIEVE
28 February - 31 August, 6.30pm, Pleasure Beach Resort, £12.50+
Expect the unexpected in this interactive, mind-blowing show! 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
THE SHOWBOAT - BLACKPOOL’S BIG NIGHT OUT
15 March - 25 October (Saturdays), The Showboat, £9.50+
Featuring dancers, singers and jaw-dropping performances. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
KINGS & QUEEN OF ROCK, POP & ROLL
April - December, Central Pier
Show Bar, 7.45pm £24+
History’s most iconic and influential entertainers of pop. 01253 622255 | ticketsource.co.uk/ kingsqueens
VIVA VOULEZ VOUS -
A CELEBRATION OF THE MUSIC OF ABBA
10 April - 11 November, 7.30pm, VIVA Blackpool, £17.95+
Say thank you for the music with all the hits to sing along to. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
KEN WEBSTER HYPNOTIST
19 April - 8 November, 8.30pm, Horseshoe Bar, Pleasure Beach Resort, £18+ Mentalist, hypnotist, outrageous, funny and over the top. 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
JERSEY BEATS - OH WHAT A NITE!
14 May - 13 November, 7.30pm, VIVA Blackpool, £17.95+
Featuring the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons! 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
FUNNY GIRLS SUMMER SHOW
28 May - 7 September, 8pm, Funny Girls, £9.50+
An utterly unique and altogether unforgettable experience. 01253 649194 | funnygirlsonline.co.uk
VIVA - DECADES REWIND!
28 June - 8 November, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £19.95+
The best of the 80s, 90s and now – decades of great music. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
VIVA BROADWAY - FROM STAGE TO SILVER SCREEN
29 June - 9 November, 7.30pm, VIVA Blackpool, £17.95+ Featuring music from Broadway, West End and cinema. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
XS - THE HOT ICE SHOW
10 July - 13 September, 2.30pm & 7pm, Ice Arena, Pleasure Beach Resort, £10+ The most spectacular ice show in the world. 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
EVERYTHING CHANGESTAKE THAT TRIBUTE SHOW
18 July - 29 August, 7pm, Pleasure Beach Resort, £25+
Prepare for what could be the greatest night of your lives. 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
Selected dates/times. Please check websites for details. Please note: Events and dates may be subject to change.
8th - 21st APRIL HOP INTO EASTER
24th - 31st MAY SUNSHINE AND SMILES
11th - 13th JULY AFFINITY’S BIG 30TH BIRTHDAY BASH
23rd JULY - 30th AUG SUMMER OF FUN
25th OCT - 1st NOV SUPERVILLANS’ SPOOKY WEEK 29th NOV - 24th DEC CHRISTMAS AT AFFINITY WITH FREE SANTA’S GROTTO
BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS
29 August 20254 January 2026 (TBC)
The greatest free light show on earth since 1879. 01253 478222 | visitblackpool.com
COMEDY STATION COMEDY CLUB
Fridays & Saturdays, Comedy Station, £19+
Check website for line ups and details. 01253 381381 | blackpoolcomedyclub.com
BLACKPOOL GHOST WALKS
Selected dates, 8pm, Meet outside Tourist Information Centre, £8.50+ The Victorian Ghost Hunter guided walk with Victorian Séance. 07519 265 637 | supernaturalevents.co.uk
RUSS BROWN’S HOUSE OF SECRETS
Selected dates, House of Secrets
Blackpool’s most magical venue. 01253 365250 | houseofsecretsmagicbar.co.uk
WATERLOO MUSIC BAR
Selected dates, Waterloo Music Bar One of the UK’s fastest growing independent music venues. 01253 407886 | waterloomusicbar.com
THE STANLEY SHOWBAR
Selected dates, The Stanley Showbar Blackpool’s newest entertainment venue. 01253 228011 | thestanleyshowbar.co.uk
Selected dates/times. Please check websites for details. Please note: Events and dates may be subject to change.
What’s On SHOWS & EVENTS
ApriL
Walk The Big One - 3rd, 4th, & 25th
Evolution of Magic Show - Throughout April
Ken Webster – Hypnotist - 19th April to 8th Nov
Twilight Thrills - 19th
Easter Sunday Lunch White Tower - 20th
Pure Imagination - Mind Reading Magician - 26th
mAY
Pure Imagination - Mind Reading Magician -
Throughout May
Walk The Big One - 2nd
Ken Webster – Hypnotist - 3rd, 24th & 31st
Walk The Big One XL - 9th
Walk The Woodie - 16th & 22nd
Eurovision Fan Zone - 17th
Twilight Thrills - 24th
jUne
PAW Patrol Month - Throughout June
Pure Imagination - Mind Reading MagicianThroughout June
Walk The Woodie - 5th, 12th & 19th
Walk The Big One - 6th, 13th & 20th
Ken Webster – Hypnotist - 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th
Father's Day Lunch White Tower - 15th
Walk The Big One XL - 27th
jULy
SpongeBob SquarePants Month - Throughout July
Pure Imagination - Mind Reading MagicianThroughout July
Evolution of Magic Show - Throughout July
Ken Webster – Hypnotist - 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th
Late Night Riding and Fireworks - 5th & 26th
Hot Ice Show – XS - 10th July to 13th Sept
Everything Changes Take That Tribute18th & 25th
Summertime Games - 28th to 31st
AugUst
Summer of Slime - Throughout August
Hot Ice Show – XS - Throughout August
Evolution of Magic Show - Throughout August
Pure Imagination - Mind Reading MagicianThroughout August
Ken Webster – Hypnotist - 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th
Everything Changes Take That Tribute1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th
Late Night Riding and Fireworks2nd & 23rd
Twilight Thrills - 9th & 16th
HAVISHAM
4 April, 7pm, The Old Electric, £8
Journey with Miss Havisham from Great Expectations. 01253 834 175 | theoldelectric.co.uk
NIKITA
KUZMIN - MIDNIGHT DANCER
4 April, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £34.20+
Nikita Kuzmin brings his new show on his first ever solo tour. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
SIR TOM & THE TOM JONES SONGBOOK
4 April, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £21.90+
Bringing the ultimate tribute to the iconic Sir Tom Jones. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
ROOM
5 April, 2pm, The Old Electric, £8
Join Virginia Woolf in an effervescent afternoon of banter. 01253 834 175 | theoldelectric.co.uk
MAN IN THE MIRROR
5 April, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £32.55+
Brand-new, must-see, electrifying tribute to Michael Jackson. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
MORGAN WALLEN UK & TEDDY SWIMZ
5 April, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £19.95+
A faithful recreation of Morgan’s incredible live concerts. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
FLOWERS AND FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS
6 April, 3pm, Grand Theatre, £23.50+
A dazzling explosion of music, dance, and excitement. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC
6 April, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £30.35+
Dancing Queens get ready to say Thank You for the Music. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
HANDBAGGED
8 - 12 April, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £15+
The Iron Lady vs. The Crown - it’s a handbag-off for the ages. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
9 - 13 April, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+
Starring X-Factor winner Joe McElderry as the Pharaoh. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
MS RACHEL ‘FUN FOR LITTLE ONES’ TOURLIVE TRIBUTE SHOW
10 April, 2.30pm, VIVA Blackpool, £13.95+
The UK’s premier tribute to global phenomenon ‘Ms Rachel’. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
EZRA & THE GOLD RUSH BAND
11 April, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £24.95+
Jack Draper embodies the voice and energy of George Ezra. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
COACH RALLY
12 - 13 April, Middle Walk / Tower Festival Headland
The 69th UK Coach Rally. 01753 631170 | coachdisplays.co.uk
RAVE KIDZ & RAVER BABY WEEKENDER
12 - 13 April, 1pm & 4pm, VIVA Blackpool, £15+
The world’s craziest family rave event over two days. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
DISCOS FOR GROWN UPS
12 April, 7.30pm, Winter Gardens, £17.50+
Dancing to all your favourite 70s, 80s and 90s classics. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
FRIGHT NIGHT AT THE REGENT
12 April, 9pm, The Regent, £20
An evening of paranormal, ghosts and hauntings! 07519 265 637 | supernaturalevents.co.uk
OMID DJALILI - NAMASTE
13 April, 8pm, Grand Theatre, £33+
The Persian comedy powerhouse performs his new show. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
TOTALLY TAYLOR - THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE
15 April, 2pm, VIVA Blackpool, £17+
Taylor Swift’s chart-topping hits meticulously recreated. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
GUYS AND DOLLS
16 - 19 April, 2pm & 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £20+
A night of entertainment, excitement, and unforgettable tunes. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
RENT IN CONCERT
17 April, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £34.75+
Tony award-winning rock musical by Jonathan Larson. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
BAY CITY ROLLERMANIA WITH ‘THE LEGENDARIES’
18 April, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £16.95+
All the Bay City Rollers hits performed by ‘The Legendaries’. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
BOYBAND BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH
19 April, 1pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95
Celebrating all things boyband. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
AN AUDIENCE WITH JOHNNIE CASSON
19 April, 3pm, Joe Longthorne Studio, £15+
Johnnie Casson is a living legend on the UK comedy circuit. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
ROY ‘CHUBBY’ BROWN EASTER SPECIAL
19 April, 7pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £27 50 years in show business - Roy Chubby Brown. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
PLEASURE BEACH TWILIGHT THRILLS
19 April, Pleasure Beach Resort
Experience the park after dark like you’ve never known before. 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
COUNTRY SUPERSTARS
20 April, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £32.75+
The world’s biggest country music tribute show. Tel: 01253 290190/ blackpoolgrand.co.uk
BLACKPOOL JUNIOR DANCE FESTIVAL
21 - 27 April, Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens
Running since 1947 with dancers from all over the world. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
THE WIZARD OF OZ - EASTER PANTO
21 April, 3pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £22+
Follow the yellow brick road for a fantastic Easter pantomime. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
THE LADIES I LOVE
21 April, 7pm, Funny Girls, £15+
Enjoy this tongue in cheek tribute to female stars. 01253 649194 | funnygirlsonline.co.uk
THE SENSATIONAL SIXTIES EXPERIENCE
24 April, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £37.50+
Transport back to that magical decade that is the 1960s. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
TWINKLETOESA SONG & DANCE EXTRAVAGANZA
24 - 26 April, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £18.25+
From The Barbara Jackson Theatre Arts Centre. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS
25 April, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £24+
Steeped in song, story and revelry, celebrating The Dubliners. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
BLACKPOOL FESTIVAL OF RUNNING
26 - 27 April, 10.30am, Middle Walk Promenade
A full weekend of running events on Blackpool’s Promenade. 01253 394038 | fyldecoastrunners.com
A STAR IS BORN
26 - 27 April, 1pm, 6pm & 7pm, Grand Theatre, £20.50+
Experience the magic of live music, song and dance. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
RSC FIRST ENCOUNTERS - THE TEMPEST
28 - 29 April, 10am, 1.30pm & 7pm, Grand Theatre, £12.50+
A perfect storm brings a feuding family and a king together. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES
28 April - 3 May, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+
Direct from a four-year sold-out run in London’s West End. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
AN EVENING OF PIZZA & PARANORMAL
29 April, 9.30pm, Dirty Blondes, £19.50
Join the Victorian Ghost Hunter for pizza and ghost hunting. 07519 265 637 | supernaturalevents.co.uk
THEATRE HERITAGE TOUR - BACKSTAGE SECRETS
30 April, 10.30am, Grand Theatre, £20+
Discover the backstage workings of theatre. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
KINGS & QUEENS OF ROCK, POP & ROLL
Selected dates, May, 7.45pm, Central Pier Show Bar, £24+
History’s most iconic and influential entertainers of pop. 01253 622255 | ticketsource.co.uk/ kingsqueens
THE KOALA WHO COULD
1 May, 1.30pm & 4.30pm, Grand Theatre, £17+
Based on the bestselling picture book about taking a chance. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
TALK - STARS OF WARTIME WITH BERYL JOHNSON
1 May, 2pm, Showtown, £5
Join Beryl Johnson as she presents clips of wartime icons. 0808 175 6926 | showtownblackpool.co.uk
THE SHOWBOAT TRIBUTE FRIDAY - SIR TOM JONES
2 May, 7pm The Showboat, £9.50+
Relive the magic of Tom Jones’ greatest hits. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
MILLION DOLLAR MEN - TRIBUTE TO MAGIC MIKE
2 May, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £19.95+
It’s raining men and you’re all going to be shouting ‘Hallelujah’. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
THE SPRING NORTHERN & MODERN SOUL WEEKENDER
2 - 4 May, The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, £39+
All your favourite northern soul and motown. 01253 622242 | theblackpooltower.com
80S & 90S BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH
3 May, 1pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95+
The 80s and 90s are calling and recruiting all party people. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
EMMA KENNY - KILLER COUPLES
3 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £32.50+
Plunge into the depths of love twisted into terror. Tel: 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
STAR WARSJEDI ACADEMY, MIND, MAGIC & MAYHEM
4 May, 11.30am, VIVA Blackpool, £17+
Jedi magician uses ‘the force’ to perform illusions. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
NINA GILLIGAN - GOLDFISH
4 May, 7pm, Comedy Station, £12+
Join multi award-winner for her hilarious hour of stand up. 01253 381381 | blackpoolcomedyclub.com
CRAIG REVEL HORWOOD: REVELATIONSSONGS BOYS DON’T SING
4 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £39.50+
Fabulous night of big songs, tall tales and glamour. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
THE KINGS VOICESTARRING GORDON HENDRICKS AS ELVIS
4 - 5 May, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £29.95+
Concert with an internationally renowned Elvis tribute artiste. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY
5 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £29.50+
The origin story and meteoric rise of Simon and Garfunkel. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
GARY BARLOW
5 - 6 May, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £51.25+ A celebration of his four-decade-spanning career. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
JULIAN CLARY - FISTFUL OF CLARY
7 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £34+
Yee-haw! Here’s the man with no shame. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
JUST MY IMAGINATION
7 May, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £23.20+ Celebrating five decades of The Temptations. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2CRUISING THROUGH MENOPAUSE
8 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £33+
Truly funny and heartfelt look at the ‘joys’ of menopause. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
DLG ACRO DANCE SCHOOL
9 - 10 May, 11am, 4pm & 6pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £15+
Blackpool based dance school will present a range of styles. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
THE BEATLES V ELTON JOHN
WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM THEIR FRIENDS
9 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre Studio, £18.50+
One man, one piano, one guitar, one hell of a voice. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
THE SPICE GIRLS EXPERIENCE - THE PARTY
9 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £27+
A very special theatre show with a fun party vibe. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
NOW I’M HERE - QUEEN TRIBUTEVIVA ROCK WEEKEND!
9 May, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £19.95+
Live band brings Queen’s sound to life with stunning precision. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
TALK - INSIDE THE COLLECTIONS: GRAND VICTORY SHOW POSTER
10 May, 2pm, History Centre, Blackpool Central Library, £3
Poster for The Blackpool Tower Circus 1945 season. 0808 175 6926 | showtownblackpool.co.uk
SUN RECORDS THE CONCERT
10 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £31.50+
The official Sun Records concert show. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
BEAVERBROOKS BLACKPOOL 10K FUN RUN
11 May, 11am, Savoy Hotel, £15+
Suitable for both new and experienced runners. 01253 952556 | trinityhospice.co.uk
ALED JONES - FULL CIRCLE
11 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £34.50+
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you’ve never heard him before. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
SIMON REEVE - TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH
12 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £37.50+
Stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hearty laughs. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
THE WATERBOYS
12 May, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £51.25+
Celtic rock band - blending rock and traditional folk music. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
PIG HEART BOY
14 - 17 May, 2pm & 7pm, Grand Theatre, £15.50+
Unicorn Theatre and Sheffield Theatre Production. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
KING OF POP - THE LEGEND CONTINUES NAVI
15 May, 7.30pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £25+
The world’s leading Michael Jackson tribute artist. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
LEWIS SCHAFFER
16 May, 7pm, Joe Longthorne Studio, £20+
A stand-up comedian, and tv pundit in Britain. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
THE SHOWBOAT TRIBUTE FRIDAY - TINA TURNER
16 May, 7pm, The Showboat, £9.50+
Join the queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll in this dynamic performance. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
THE ROCKET MAN
16 May, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £32.55+
A night like no other celebrating Sir Elton John. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
BLACKPOOL DANCE FESTIVAL
17 - 30 May, Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens Incorporating the British Open Championships. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
EUROVISION FAN ZONE
17 May, 7pm, Paradise Rooms, Pleasure Beach Resort, £10+
Watch the Eurovision final live on the big screen. 0844 770 0593 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
THE ELVIS TRIBUTE ARTIST WORLD TOUR
17 May, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £34.75+
From the USA, the world’s biggest and best Elvis tribute show. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
THAT’S WHAT FRIENDS ARE FOR!
18 May, 2pm, VIVA Blackpool, £11.50+
A variety of Blackpool’s finest musicians and entertainers. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
JOHNNY CASH ROADSHOW
18 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £31.50+
It’s 20th year on the road and stronger than ever. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
DEAR EVAN HANSEN
20 - 24 May, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £27.50+
Meet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants to fit in. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
THE BETTY LEGS DIAMOND SHOW
21 - 25 May, 7pm, Funny Girls, £16+
A sparkling night with Betty Legs Diamond and her dancers! 01253 649194 | funnygirlsonline.co.uk
NW1 SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
23 - 24 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre Studio, £14 Festival featuring a dynamic selection of Shakespeare. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
ABBA BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH
24 May, 1pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95+
Eat, drink and party to the unforgettable songs of ABBA. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
WICKED SING-ALONG
24 May, 3pm & 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £30.90+
Join the world of ‘Wicked’ at this unforgettable screening event. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
BLACKPOOL SOULS IN MOTION 2025
24 - 25 May, Comedy Carpet, Tower Festival Headland Northern Soul and Motown played on vinyl by DJ’s. facebook.com/groups/582918622127171/
PLEASURE BEACH TWILIGHT
24 May, Pleasure Beach Resort
THRILLS
Experience the park after dark like you’ve never known. 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
SEXBOMBCELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF SIR TOM JONES
25 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £33.50+
Join us for an explosive celebration of Sir Tom Jones. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
EVERYBODY’S TALKING ABOUT JAMIE
28 - 31 May, 2pm & 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £20+
An extraordinary mother and son relationship. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
HARRY STACHINI’S GRENADE
28 May, 7pm, Comedy Station, £16+
One of the most amiable stage presences in comedy. 01253 381381 | blackpoolcomedyclub.com
SHOWSTOPPER!
29 May, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £20.45+
Spontaneous musical comedy at its absolute finest. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
JUSTIN MOORHOUSETHE GREATEST PERFORMANCE OF MY LIFE
29 May, 7pm, Comedy Station, £17+
Justin returns with ‘The Greatest Performance of My Life’. 01253 381381 | blackpoolcomedyclub.com
PAUL ZERDIN & FRIENDS
29 May, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £19.95+
Winner of 2015 ‘America’s Got Talent.’ 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
ROB MULHOLLAND - ALLEGATIONS
30 May, 7pm, Comedy Station, £16.50
A wild barrage of belly laughs covering all topics. 01253 381381 | blackpoolcomedyclub.com
THE SHOWBOAT TRIBUTE FRIDAY - TAKE THAT
30 May, 7pm, The Showboat, £9.50+
This tribute group have performed around the world. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
VARNISH - WITH JONATHAN MAYOR
30 May, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre Studio, £10
Solo show, starring stand-up comedian Jonathan Mayor. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
VEGAS TAP PACK
30 May, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £27.90+
A journey that transcends decades. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
TRE AMICI
31 May, 3pm, Joe Longthorne Studio, £15+
A ‘Classical Crossover’ group established in Hull. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
ROY ‘CHUBBY’ BROWN
31 May, 7pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £27
50 years in show business - Roy Chubby Brown. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
MANFORD’S COMEDY CLUB
31 May, 8pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £40.25+
This unmissable show will bring four top stand-ups. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
Come and explore six immersive galleries of Blackpool’s fun and entertainment.
You’ve seen Blackpool, now come backstage.
KINGS & QUEENS OF ROCK, POP & ROLL
Selected dates, June, 7.45pm, Central Pier Show Bar, £24+
History’s most iconic and influential entertainers of pop. 01253 622255 | ticketsource.co.uk/ kingsqueens
WALK RIGHT BACK - THE EVERLY BROTHERS’ STORY
1 June, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £24+
Tale of two Kentucky boys who created vocal magic. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
ROCK ON TOMMY!
REMEMBERING CANNON & BALL
1 June, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £19.95+
Immerse yourself in the nostalgia of Cannon & Ball’s heyday. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
GREASE THE MUSICAL
4 - 14 June, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £15+
High-energy nostalgic journey full of rock ‘n’ roll flair. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
BLACKPOOL, WYRE & FYLDE PRIDE FESTIVAL
6 - 8 June
An annual LGBTQ+ festival to promote diversity. blackpoolpride.org
JIM DAVIDSON - THE NEXT CHAPTER
6 June, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95+
An evening of rip-roaring, grown-up comedy. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
THE GREATEST STAR
7 June, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+ Barbra Streisand tribute show, starring Kearra Bethany. Tel: 0844 770 0593/ wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC
10 June, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £40.25+
Tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
TALK - HARRY HOUDINI
12 June, 6pm, Showtown, £7
Learn about the escapologist, illusionist and stunt performer. 0808 175 6926 | showtownblackpool.co.uk
OPEN SATURDAY, SUNDAY, MONDAY AND TUESDAY ONLY 10AM - 4PM. (LAST ENTRY 1 HOUR BEFORE DOORS CLOSE). VISIT WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS.
• 10 mins walk from Starr Gate tram station, or catch the local bus services 1, 11, 68, just 5 mins walk.
• Free car parking on-site.
• NAAFI Café: serving hot and cold drinks and cakes.
• Prices on arrival: adults (17+) £10, children (6+) £6, under 6’s free.
• Disabled access and facilities.
• Suggested visit time 2 - 3 hours.
T: 07572 054670
E: enquiries@spitfirevisitorcentre.co.uk
BLACKPOOL INTERNATIONAL SOUL FESTIVAL 8
13 - 15 June, 7.30pm, Winter Gardens, £77.65+
8-room event with American soul sensation Patti Austin. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
THE SHOWBOAT TRIBUTE FRIDAY - NEIL DIAMOND
13 June, The Showboat, £9.50+
Celebrate the hits of one of the greatest singer-songwriters. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
OTI MABUSE - VIVA CARNIVAL
16 June, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+
The country’s favourite pro-dancer, Oti Mabuse. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
PAUL CARRACK
17 June, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £40.25+ Carrack’s five decades of iconic songs and timeless classics. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
SOMETHING ABOUT LENNON
18 June, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £32+
The story of one of popular music’s most iconic figures. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
TIM MINCHIN
19 June, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+
An evening packed with unforgettable songs and stories. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
BILLY OCEAN
20 June, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £34.75+
Performing his greatest hits and fan favourites. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
ROSIE KAY PRESENTS A THING OF BEAUTY
21 June, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £15+
Captivating dance work that celebrates the power of beauty. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
ESSENTIALLY
CHER
20 June, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £19.95+
Tribute to iconic music legend Cher. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
JACK DEE - SMALL WORLD
20 June, 8pm, Grand Theatre, £35.20+
Jack Dee guides you through his life and career with charm. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
RADIO GAGA
21 June, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £32.55+
The ultimate celebration of Queen. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
ARMED FORCES WEEK
23 - 29 June, various venues
Blackpool’s opportunity to say thank you to our heroes. 01253 428222 | visitblackpool.co.uk
CALAMITY JANE
24 - 28 June, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £23.75+
Musical comedy classic is a rollin’ on over the plains. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
THE SHOWBOAT TRIBUTE FRIDAY - MEAT LOAF
27 June, The Showboat, £9.50+
Feel the fire, passion and raw energy of Meat Loaf’s music. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
ABBA BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH
28 June, 1pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95+
Eat, drink and party to the unforgettable songs of ABBA. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
AN AUDIENCE WITH ANITA HARRIS
28 June, 3pm, Joe Longthorne Studio, £21+ Anita Harris in conversation with Freddie Davies. 01253 623304/ticketsource.co.uk | blackpoolpiers
ROY ‘CHUBBY’ BROWN
28 June, 7pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £27 50 years in show business - Roy Chubby Brown. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM PRESENTS
DINOSAURS LIVE!
29 June, 12.30pm & 3.30pm, Grand Theatre, £21+
London’s Natural History Museum dinosaurs on tour. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
PHANTOMS OF THE POPERA
29 June, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £26.50+ The biggest hits from the West End and Broadway starring G4. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
KINGS
& QUEENS OF ROCK, POP & ROLL
Selected dates, July, 7.45pm, Central Pier Show Bar, £24+
History’s most iconic and influential entertainers of pop. 01253 622255 | ticketsource.co.uk/ kingsqueens
ONE NIGHT IN DUBLIN
2 July, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £29.50+
Ultimate feel-good Irish music tribute show. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
TALK - DEBUNKING HITLER’S SEASIDE PLAYGROUND
3 July, 6pm, Showtown, £5
Dr. Tom Carter examines the evidence of this wartime story. 0808 175 6926 | showtownblackpool.co.uk
MEAT LOAF & THE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
4 July, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+
A mind-blowing performance featuring the hits of Meat Loaf. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
WANNABE -
THE ULTIMATE SPICE GIRLS TRIBUTE SHOW
4 July, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £19.95+
The UK’s number 1 live show celebrating the Spice Girls. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
CRISSY ROCK - LIVE
5 July, 3pm, Joe Longthorne Studio, £20+
Outstanding and outrageous stand-up comedian. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
KATIE HOPKINS - BATSH*T BONKERS BRITAIN
5 July, 7.30pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre
Katie Hopkins brand new tour. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
LATE NIGHT RIDING & FIREWORKS
5 & 26 July, Pleasure Beach Resort
Ride your favourite coasters into the night with fireworks. 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
BLACKPOOL CARNIVAL
6 July, 12pm, Promenade
Rides, games, food, entertainment and fun! 01253 290190 | blackpoolcarvnival.co.uk
LEO SAYER - STILL FEEL LIKE DANCING?
9 July, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £37+
Sayer has spent over five decades as a singer and songwriter. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
ROCK & ROLL WEEKENDER
11 - 12 July, The Blackpool Tower, £65+
Dance in the ballroom to your favourite Rock ‘n’ Roll bands. 01253 622242 | theblackpooltower.com
THE SHOWBOAT TRIBUTE FRIDAY - CELINE DION
11 July, The Showboat, £9.50+
A celebration of one of music’s greatest voices. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
JOOLS HOLLAND AND HIS RHYTHM & BLUES ORCHESTRA
11 July, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £56.75+
Jools dazzles with his 20-piece Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. Tel: 0844 770 0593/ wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
CHRIS STAPLETON UK
11 July, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £19.95+
Passion, precision and that signature Nashville sound. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
FAMILY - JITTERBUG AND JIVE: FAMILY DANCE WORKSHOP
12 July, 11am, Showtown, £2+
Get into the swing of 1940s Blackpool with our workshop. 0808 175 6926 | showtownblackpool.co.uk
LONDON CITY BALLET
12 - 13 July, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £15+
A programme of ballet and contemporary dance. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
BURN THE FLOORDIANNE & VITO: RED HOT AND READY
12 July, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £39.50+
The duo bring their talent and passion to Red Hot and Ready! 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
THE DRIFTERS
12 July, 7.30pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £31+
The Drifters performing all their classic hits. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
BLACKPOOL MUSIC RUN 10K & 5K
13 July, 10.30am, Tower Festival Headland
The thrill of a race with the euphoria of a music festival. 01253 394038 | fyldecoastrunners.com
JAMES BOND CONCERT SPECTACULAR
13 July, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £33.65+
Critically acclaimed tribute to the music of James Bond 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
ANTON
& GIOVANNI - TOGETHER AGAIN
14 July, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £23.75+
More fun, more dance, more song and more entertainment! 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
LIVING THE LIFE OF RILEY
15 July, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £27+
A family negotiating teenage tantrums, autism and Grandma. Tel: 01253 290190/ blackpoolgrand.co.uk
IN THE NIGHT GARDEN LIVE
16 - 17 July, 10am, 12pm & 3pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £19.35+ Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back! Tel: 0844 770 0593/ wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
LOVE HURTS - POWER BALLADS AND ANTHEMS
18 July, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £38.50+
Rock out to some of the greatest power ballads and anthems. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
PINK FLOYDIAN
18 July, 8pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £21.55+ Two-and-a-half-hour show spans Pink Floyd’s career. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
BLACKPOOL COLOUR RUN
19 July, Starr Gate, 11am
Run, jog or walk a 3km route along Starr Gate beach. 01253 952556 | trinityhospice.co.uk
ANDY MARSHALL ‘THE KING OF SWING’
19 July, 3pm, Joe Longthorne Studio, £20+
Join Andy Marshall as he pays homage to the ‘Era of Swing’. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
THE LANCASHIRE HOT POTS - DEFINITELY GRAVY TOUR
19 July, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £25+
Fun-filled evening packed with silly songs and humour. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
CELEBRATING CELINE!
19 July, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+
The ultimate Céline Dion tribute concert with full live band. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
TOTALLY TINA!
19 July, 7.30pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £26+ Internationally acclaimed award-winning show. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
CHICAGO
21 - 26 July, 2.30pm & 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+
Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
THE SHOWBOAT TRIBUTE FRIDAY - ELVIS
25 July, The Showboat, £9.50+
Taking you through the ‘electrifying’ career of Elvis Presley. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
AN EVENING WITH STRICTLY’S NADIYA BYCHKOVA
25 July, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £28+
Dance and conversation with Strictly’s world champion. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
WANDERLAND
26 July, 11am - 5pm, Cottom Hall Playing Fields, Poulton Wanderland is Wyre’s festival for the whole family to enjoy. wyre.gov.uk/wanderland
SHANIA TWAIN BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH
26 July, 1pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95+ Sing, drink, eat and dance along to songs of Shania Twain. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
ROY ‘CHUBBY’ BROWN
26 July, 7pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £27 50 years in show business - Roy Chubby Brown. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE
29 July - 2 August, 2pm & 7pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+
Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
KINGS & QUEENS OF ROCK, POP & ROLL
Selected dates, August, 7.45pm, Central Pier Show Bar, £24+
History’s most iconic and influential entertainers of pop. 01253 622255 | ticketsource.co.uk/ kingsqueens
THE UK ROCK SHOW
1 August, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £26.90
Get transported back to the 80s heyday of classic rock. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
80S & 90S BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH
2 & 30 August, 1pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95+
The 80s & 90s are calling and recruiting all party people. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
CALLING PLANET EARTH
2 August, 7pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £25+
A journey through the electrifying 80s. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
LATE NIGHT RIDING & FIREWORKS
2 & 23 August, Pleasure Beach Resort
Ride your favourite coasters into the night with fireworks. 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
TAYLORMANIA
3 August, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £33.10+
Tribute to leading contemporary recording artist Taylor Swift. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
REBELLION FESTIVAL
7 - 10 August, Winter Gardens
The largest independent Punk / Alternative music festival. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
SEVEN WONDERS OF FLEETWOOD MAC
8 August, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £22.50+
7-piece live band come together to pay tribute Fleetwood Mac. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
THE SHOWBOAT TRIBUTE FRIDAY - BEE GEE’S
8 August, The Showboat, £9.50+
Celebrate the music and harmonies of the iconic brothers. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
BLACKPOOL AIRSHOW
9 - 10 August, Tower Festival Headland
The programme will showcase the very best in British aviation. 01253 478222 | visitblackpool.com
GREASE V DIRTY DANCING BRUNCH
9 August, 1pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95+
Get set to celebrate the greatest chick flicks of all time. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
DRAG ME TO THE 80S
9 August, 7.30pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £20+
Electrifying drag show through the iconic decade, the 80s. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
PLEASURE BEACH TWILIGHT THRILLS
9 & 16 August, Pleasure Beach Resort
Experience the park after dark like you’ve never known it. 0871 222 9090 | blackpoolpleasurebeach.com
MAGICAL FAMILY ADVENTURE SHOW
13 & 20 August, 2pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £10+ Slapstick comedy, laugh-out-loud capers, songs and acts. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS
14 - 17 August, Grand Theatre, £15+
Performed by Musical Theatre Summer School. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
DINO TALES - JURASSIC RESCUE
16 August, 1pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £15+
Get ready for some ranger danger and roar-some routines. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
ABBA BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH
16 August, 1pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95+
Eat, drink and party to the unforgettable songs of ABBA. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
THE RUN THE LIGHTS 10K & 5K
16 August, 9pm, Promenade
Running along the dazzling Blackpool Illuminations. 01253 394038 | fyldecoastrunners.com
RIVERDANCE 30 - THE NEW GENERATION
20 - 21 August, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £40.25+
Riverdances’ fusion of Irish dance and music. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
THE SHOWBOAT TRIBUTE FRIDAYSOUL SENSATIONS
22 August, The Showboat, £9.50+ Soul Station, a dynamic soul, Motown, and pop band. 07388 685053 | showboatblackpool.com
LEGEND - THE MUSIC OF BOB MARLEY
22 August, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £32+ An unforgettable evening celebrating reggae icon, Bob Marley. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
COUNTRY BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH
23 August, 1pm, VIVA Blackpool, £35.95+ Filled with classic and new country tunes you know and love. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
ROY ‘CHUBBY’ BROWN
23 August, 7pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £27 50 years in show business - Roy Chubby Brown. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
QUEEN BY CANDLELIGHT
23 August, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £23.75+ The music of Queen like never before with West End singers. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
CELEBRATING GEORGE MICHAEL
24 August, 7.30pm, Opera House, Winter Gardens, £29.25+ Featuring the acclaimed Steve Mitchell. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
ARRIVAL - THE HITS OF ABBA
24 August, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £24+
Experience the outstanding and timeless smash-hits of ABBA. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
RIDE THE LIGHTS
26 August, Promenade
Ride your bike along a preview of Blackpool Illuminations. 01253 478222 | visitblackpool.com
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TRINITY HOSPICE - BLACKPOOL NIGHT RUN
27 August, 8.30pm, Tower Festival Headland 7.5km fun run under the famous Blackpool Illuminations. 01253 952556 | trinityhospice.co.uk
THE BRITISH COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL 6
29 - 31 August, Winter Gardens, £55.65+
The nation’s talented songwriters and international artists. 0844 770 0593 | wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS SWITCH-ON
29 August (Switch-On)
29 August 2025 - 4 January 2026 (TBC) (Illuminations)
More than a million twinkling bulbs transform the night skies. 01253 478222 | visitblackpool.com
ILLUMINATED KITE FLYING EVENING & ST ANNES KITE FESTIVAL
29 August (Kite Flying Evening), 29 - 31 August (Kite Festival), St Annes Beach Family day out with colourful kites filling the skies. 01253 658443 | discoverfylde.co.uk
BEN THOMPSON AS ELVIS
29 August, 7.30pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £25 Crowned 2018’s Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist of Graceland. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
SHOWADDYWADDY
29 August, 8pm, VIVA Blackpool, £21.90+
Formed in the 1970s, they have sold over 20 million records. 01253 297297 | vivablackpool.com
P!NK LIVE
30 August, 7.30pm, Joe Longthorne Theatre, £23+
Tribute to one the best-selling female artists of all time. 01253 623304 | ticketsource.co.uk/blackpoolpiers
THE ILLEGAL EAGLES
31 August, 7.30pm, Grand Theatre, £24+
Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of The Eagles. 01253 290190 | blackpoolgrand.co.uk
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FOOD, FASHION & FILM
BLACKPOOL’S PREMIER SHOPPING CENTRE
For the best shopping experience in Blackpool head to Houndshill Shopping Centre. Situated in the heart of the town near to some of Blackpool’s world-famous attractions. Houndshill is a wonderfully convenient place to explore a wide range of shops and restaurants.
You will find a fantastic choice of over 55 independent and popular high street retailers providing designer to affordable fashion, with thousands of brands available under one roof Houndshill is a perfect place for a spot of retail therapy. Enjoy delicious aromatic coffee, light bites in one of our cafés.
FREE EVENTS
Houndshill hosts a variety of free events throughout the year to add to your shopping experience. The centre runs a monthly Harry the Hound Children’s club, offering a variety of engaging workshops on the first Saturday of each month between 1-4pm and they’re completely FREE. With a different theme every month your young ones will love coming back.
We also offer SEN session events to ensure they are accessible for everyone.
PARKING
With a safe, secure covered ANPR car park offering 770 spaces, disabled/parent and child spaces located on each level. The on-site multi storey car park is situated within walking distance of the Grand Theatre, The Winter Gardens and directly behind The Blackpool Tower, we are open 7.30am until late. Long stay parking facilities available with overnight parking. Why not take advantage of our electric charging points and on-site car wash offering a valet service.
THE BACKLOT CINEMA
Our premium IMAX multi-screen cinema with luxury seats is accompanied by The Backlot Diner, open for all day dining with a classic yet contemporary menu including great shakes and crafty cocktails.
WE’RE OPEN
Monday - Saturday 9am - 5.30pm
Sunday 10.30am - 4.30pm
Bank Holiday 9am - 5.30pm