• Language
    Language

To build your own Itinerary, click Add to Excursion to add an item to your Itinerary basket.

Already saved an Itinerary?

Showtown Blackpool

Type:Museum

Bank Hey Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 4BJ

Tel: 01253 478 624

Add Showtown Blackpool to your Itinerary

Check availability for Showtown Blackpool (opens in a new window)

Showtown Blackpool

Showtown is Blackpool’s brand new, side-tickling, eye-popping, toe-tapping, mind-boggling museum.

Bang in the middle of Blackpool, the museum of fun and entertainment is an immersive experience that captures the spirit of the amazing town.  It’s an attraction, full of star quality where you can get up close with the entertainers who put Blackpool on the map.  The comedians, dancers, acrobats, performers and larger-than-life characters who turned a seaside resort into the home of show business.

Get on the dance floor, smell the sawdust, discover the backstage secrets.  If you are curious to find out more, join in on a range of activities, events and opportunities to learn more.

​​​​​​Inside Showtown you’ll find six galleries shining a light on British popular entertainment through objects, stories, films and fun:

Beside the Seaside.
Step inside Blackpool’s seafront and see Blackpool beach like you have never seen it before.

How’s Tricks.
Go behind the scenes in a Blackpool magic shop.  Find conjurers, escapologists and illusionists and discover Blackpool’s important role in magic.

Roll Up! Roll Up!
Jugglers, tumblers and clowns, oh my!  Step backstage into the world of circus and discover why Blackpool and circus go hand in hand.

It’s Better with the Lights On.
Step into the shoes of the designers and creators of the famous Blackpool Illuminations.  Find out what it takes to turn on the greatest free light show on earth. 

It’s Showtime.
Go through the stage door and meet the comedians, ventriloquists, musicians and producers of Blackpool’s shows and popular entertainment. Could you be the next comedy star?

​​​​​​Everybody Dance Now.
Step onto the dance floor and get dancing.  Discover Blackpool’s iconic role in dance, from the spiritual home of ballroom to the home of Northern Soul.

Book Tickets

Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult (16 - 64 years)£15.00 per person per day
Blackpool residentsFree
CarerFree
Child (4 - 15 years)£11.50 per ticket
Child under 3 yearsFree
Concession (over 65 years, disabled)£13.50 per ticket
Group admission from£8.60 per ticket
Student£13.50 per ticket

Some events and workshops are charged.

Opening Times

Season (15 Mar 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)
DayTimes
Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
DayTimes
MondayClosed
Tuesday - Sunday10:00 - 17:00

Events

Saturday, 13th July 2024 - Sunday, 23rd February 2025

Andy Hollingworth Exhibition at ShowtownHis incredible photographs of some of Britain’s most iconic comedians feature in Showtown’s first major exhibition.
more info

Thursday, 30th January 2025 - Thursday, 30th January 2025

Thursday, 13th February 2025 - Thursday, 13th February 2025

Thursday, 27th February 2025 - Thursday, 27th February 2025

Thursday, 13th March 2025 - Thursday, 13th March 2025

Thursday, 27th March 2025 - Thursday, 27th March 2025

Showtots: Baby and Toddler Session at Showtown
more info

Thursday, 6th February 2025 - Thursday, 6th February 2025

Steve Royle on Variety at ShowtownSteve Royle is a comedian, juggler and finalist on ITV's Britain's Got Talent 2020.
more info

Saturday, 8th February 2025 - Saturday, 8th February 2025

Exhibition Tour with Andy Hollingworth at ShowtownJoin Andy Hollingworth for a special tour of his 'I photograph comedians!' exhibition
more info

Saturday, 8th February 2025 - Saturday, 8th February 2025

Saturday, 8th March 2025 - Saturday, 8th March 2025

Showtown Relaxed HourThe relaxed hour is perfect for visitors who prefer a calmer environment.
more info

Monday, 17th February 2025 - Monday, 17th February 2025

Showtime with Steve HewlettEnjoy an entertaining show by Britain's Got Talent finalist, Steve Hewlett, comedian and ventriloquist extraordinaire.
more info

Thursday, 27th February 2025 - Thursday, 27th February 2025

Memories of Doddy at ShowtownJoin musical variety entertainer, Andy Eastwood, as he reminisces about his 16 years of working alongside comedy legend Sir Ken Dodd.
more info

Awards

  • Sub-Regional AwardsPartner of Visit Lancashire Partner of Visit Lancashire 2018

Directions

Facilities

Other

  • Indoor Attraction

Parking & Transport

  • Close to rail network

Provider Preferences

  • Promenade/Seaside Location

Special Offers

  • Showtown’s Festive Family Tickets is now on sale!

    Make magical memories in Blackpool this Christmas with a trip to the museum of fun and entertainment.

    Bring all the family along and step into a fun-filled Christmas right here at Showtown.

    Plan your visit between Friday 20th December and Sunday 5th January and enjoy a little festive treat with family tickets starting from just £27!

    Discover more >>  https://www.showtownblackpool.co.uk/whats-on/events/festive-family-ticket

     

    *Terms and conditions apply to all offers, Showtown will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.

    Things To Do Offers - redeem this special offer between 20/12/2024 and 05/01/2025

    More offers like this - Things To Do Offers

TripAdvisor

Follow Us

Video

  • Showtown preview
  • A visit to the Showtown site

What's Nearby

What's Nearby

What's Nearby

  1. Blackpool Tower Circus

    Experience The Blackpool Tower Circus, a unique setting for a unique show.  Each season…

    0 miles away
  2. Dino Mini Golf

    Travel back in time and roar like a Dinosaur at The Blackpool Tower's Dino Mini Golf…

    0.02 miles away
  3. The Blackpool Tower Eye and 4D Experience

    The Blackpool Tower Eye offers the best views across the North West of England from the…

    0.03 miles away
  1. The Blackpool Tower Dungeon

    Take a trip through 1,000 years of Lancashire’s gruesome and funny history and experience…

    0.04 miles away
  2. The Blackpool Tower Ballroom

    The Blackpool Tower Ballroom is a sight to behold.  Breath taking in its splendour, daily…

    0.04 miles away
  3. The Blackpool Tower Dungeon Escape Rooms

    Escape the noose before time runs out.
    ​​​​​​​
    Head into the eerie world of The Blackpool…

    0.04 miles away
  4. The Blackpool Tower

    There are plenty of experiences on offer at The Blackpool Tower to ensure you have an…

    0.03 miles away
  5. The Hole in Wand Blackpool

    Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.

    0.06 miles away
  6. Comedy Carpet Blackpool

    There’s nothing like the British sense of humour, and a visit to the Carpet is a bit like…

    0.07 miles away
  7. VIVA Blackpool

    Prepare to be astounded by our amazing venue providing award-winning service, a wonderful…

    0.1 miles away
  8. Blackpool Beach

    There’s nothing quite like a day at the seaside, and Blackpool is one of the best beach…

    0.1 miles away
  9. Grand Theatre

    At Blackpool's Grade II Grand Theatre, Lancashire's premier touring theatre and arts…

    0.12 miles away
  10. Coral Island

    Coral Island is Blackpool's largest indoor free admission family attraction. Come and…

    0.15 miles away
  11. Graffiti Golf

    If you're in Blackpool why not try our fun and exciting glow in the dark 12 hole crazy…

    0.2 miles away
  12. Opera House & Winter Gardens

    One of the UK’s biggest theatres, the Winter Gardens Opera House, has seen a cast of…

    0.21 miles away
  13. Old Victoria

    Located inside the Winter Gardens Blackpool, The Old Victoria is a traditional British…

    0.21 miles away
Previous Next

Related

Hounds Hill Shopping CentreHoundshill Shopping Centre, BlackpoolHoundshill Shopping Centre is situated in the heart of Blackpool just behind the world famous Blackpool Tower. The centre has a fantastic line up of retailers and a excellent selection of restaurants to dine in for the whole family.

Sign up for e-newsletter

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss

Don't Miss