Blog (January 2024) - Visit Lancashire

2024 is here, and it's going to be a bumper year for Lancashire!

With lots of exciting new openings, anniversaries, and big events happening this year, you’ll have plenty of reasons to visit this amazing county.

A year of celebration is in store as Astley Hall marks its 100 year anniversary of being open as a museum.

We have hit the ground running at the Winter Gardens this year to beat those cold February blues, we have magic and music, to crafts and brass so whatever you like, let us entertain you into Spring. See here for February’s highlights and how you can book tickets. 

Top contemporary dance companies James Wilton Dance and Motionhouse bring cutting edge and creative new works to Blackpool Grand Theatre in 2024 that must not be missedTop contemporary dance companies James Wilton Dance and Motionhouse bring cutting edge and creative new works to Blackpool Grand Theatre in 2024 that must not be missed

Lancaster's first festival of 2024 will celebrate the best of Chinese culture as the city marks the Year of the Dragon.

HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) are celebrating a milestone in the Charity’s history this year, its Golden Anniversary of its time in Burnley, Lancashire.

The Forest of Bowland National Landscape (formerly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) celebrates its 60^th anniversary this year and is marking the occasion with a brand-new photography exhibition alongside its annual Dark Skies Festival.

Our Visit Lancashire at Christmas advent calendar has now closed. Thank you to everybody who entered and a huge congratulations to all our winners. Please keep an eye on your emails for more information on how to claim your prize.

Whether you are looking to get outside more, learn a new skill or try to be more mindful, Lancashire has plenty to help you on your way.

Whether you are newly engaged or in the final stages of planning, make sure you don't miss out on the fantastic wedding open days taking place at Lancashire venues this month.