What's On This May Bank Holiday Weekend

It’s here, the bank holiday weekend! Here in Lancashire there’s so many fab events and things to do across the county throughout the weekend.

Here’s a starter for 10 to help you make the most of the extra-long weekend...

Ribble Valley Jazz and Blues Festival 2 – 6 May
They have everything from top international stars to young musicians appearing for their very first time.

Day Out With Thomas™ 4 - 6 May
Calling all little engineers! Join Thomas, the number one blue engine, at the East Lancashire Railway for a train ride unlike any other.

Lancaster Food and Drink Festival 2018 4 – 6 May
Now in its 8th year, the festival is expected to attract thousands of locals, laying on 60 indoor and outdoor stalls, gazebos and marquees groaning with culinary goodness.

Live Music with Knotted - The Dog Inn, Belthorn – 4 May
Live music with Knotted, as part of their 10th Anniversary Tour. Set influences include Oasis, Ocean Colour Scene and Beautiful South.

Worsthorne & Hurstwood Scarecrow Festival 4 - 6  May
Have a lovely walk around the villages of Worsthorne and Hurstwood and view some weird, wacky and wonderful scarecrows. Saturday and Sunday includes stalls and childrens rides.

Garstang Walking Festival 2019 - 4 - 12 May
The 2019 Walking Festival is in its 15th year. Co-ordinated by the Friends of Garstang Walking Festival supported by Wyre Council. Enjoy 9 days of walks celebrating springtime.

Scorton Bikes and Barrows Festival 4 - 6 May
Tell family and friends to come to Scorton and look out for the decorated bicycles and wheelbarrows all around the village.

Alice in Farmland at Thornton Hall Country Park - 5 May
Join Alice and her friends for some May Day Madness and farm fun! Entertainment and workshops with Alice, the Mad Hat Illusionist and the Queen of Hearts.

Annual Duck Race at Martin Mere - 6 May
The only race that matters - the annual Bank Holiday Monday rubber duck race. Bring your family along to the hotly-contested duck race. With a race at 12pm and 3pm and a £50 voucher for the winners up for grabs, who will emerge victorious?

Fun Dog Show at Samlesbury Hall – 6 May
Bring your pooches, big or small, for the best fun dog show in Lancashire. From fancy dress, to dog most like owner, pet stalls, BBQ and fresh home cooked food.