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Things to do with kids in Lancashire
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Blackpool Illuminations 2026
4th September-3rd January 2027
Venue: The Promenade
The world-famous Illuminations need little introduction. With six miles of traditional festoons, tableaux and interactive features along the Promenade, Blackpool’s annual Illuminations display will once...
The Selfish Giant
15th September 2026
Venue: The Muni Theatre
Through storytelling, interactive games, live music, and puppetry, Riding Lights Theatre Company brings you The Selfish Giant – a wonderful play for family audiences (perfect for those 3+) and an inspirational...
James B Partridge: Primary School Bangers
16th September 2026
Venue: King George's Hall
James B Partridge, the singing teacher turned viral star, has taken nostalgic school assembly songs from the classroom to some of the UK’s biggest stages. Expect all the assembly classics you remember!
K-POP Dance Heroes
18th September 2026
Venue: Lancaster Footlights & Grand Theatre CIO
Featuring songs from the Netflix film ‘K-Pop Demon Hunters’ alongside classic pop songs and K-Pop chart toppers, this is the perfect show for the young and the young at heart. This is your chance to...
The Great British Beach Clean
18th-27th September 2026
Venue: Nationwide
The Great British Beach Clean is a citizen science event where hundreds of beach cleans take place up and down the UK. Beach cleans drive conservation work and help to campaign for change. The data has...
Build confidence with Kumon
Free registration for new and returning students at participating centres, 1 September – 15 October.
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