What's on this weekend in Lancashire

We’ve put together a list of the exciting events taking place in Lancashire this weekend.

Blackpool illuminations
3 Sept 2021 - 3 Jan 2022
After last weeks big switch-on, The Blackpool Illuminations are officially back. For an extended four month season, the illuminations have been attracting millions of visitors every year since 1879. The Greatest free light show on earth is the sort of spectacle that everyone should see at least once!
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World Fireworks Championship
11 Sept 2021
Blackpool’s spectacular fireworks season kicks off this weekend with a new beachfront launch pad.
The first event will see a display from Russia, followed by Ireland and Germany, with the fourth Saturday a showcase event by one of Europe’s leading fireworks companies, Titanium. The free displays will start at around 8.30pm each night subject to prevailing winds and weather conditions.
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Lancashire Game and Country Festival 2021
11 Sept - 12 Sept 2021
Enjoy all aspects of country life in the beautiful countryside at Lancashire’s only dedicated Game fair. With clay pigeon shooting, terrier show, horse shows, dog agility, live music and much more.
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Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,500 organisations, 5,000 events and 40,000 volunteers. Each year, thousands of volunteers across the country invite you to experience local history, architecture and culture. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE.
Click here for the list of some of the Lancashire venues taking part in this years Heritage Open Days.

Famous Ghost Blackpool Heritage Tram Tour
10 Sept 2021 - 22 Oct 2021
The UK’s only ghost hunting tram tour returns to Blackpool this weekend with a host of new stories to give you a thrill. Departing from the historic North Pier, the tour will take you down the coast towards Little Bispham as your ‘Host with the Ghost’ regales you with haunting tales and spooky stories.
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Martin Kemp – Back to the 80’s party
11 Sept 2021
The hottest 80’s club night is coming to Lancashire with actor, TV personality and star of Spandau Ballet Martin Kempt. Dig out those 80’s clothes, grab your dancing shoes, and prepare to enjoy a night of pure ‘Gold’
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Painting in Padiham 2021
11 Sept 2021
Painting Padiham is returning, with over 70 artists spread across Padiham depicting every angle of this beautiful, historic town. The artists, both amateur and professional, will be competing for a cash prize judged for an exhibition shortly after.
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