What's On in Lancashire

Wallace & Gromit in A Case at the Museum Exhibition

Venue: The Harris, Gallery One

Address: Preston

Website: theharris.org.uk/product/wallace-gromit-in-a-case-at-the-museum-exhibition/

Step into the world of Wallace & Gromit – where invention meets imagination! Enjoy an immersive, hands-on exhibition celebrating the genius of Aardman’s iconic animated duo. Perfect for families, animation...

Spiro

Venue: Lightpool Festival, Tower Festival Headland

Address: Blackpool, Lancashire

Website: www.visitlancashire.com/whats-on/spiro-p1068150

A family-friendly immersive walk-through sculptural tunnel of light experience. This 26m long magical experience is made of individually mapped LEDs that allow complex patterns to dance around the audience. Get...

Christmas Grotto Wonderland

Venue: Blackpool Pleasure Beach

Address: Lancashire

Website: www.visitlancashire.com/whats-on/

Guided by elves through Pleasure Beach’s very own grotto, children will walk through a magical interactive walkway where they’ll decorate a bauble to take home, collect reindeer food and a magic key,...

Santa's Grotto 2025

Venue: Greenlands Farm Village

Website: www.greenlandsfarmvillage.co.uk/event/santas-grotto/

A magical experience for all children with activities galore, a Christmas gift and private experience with the big man himself! Plus all-day farm access with undercover play areas and fun for the whole...

Santa's Grotto Experience

Venue: Ribby Hall Village

Address: Lancashire

Website: www.visitlancashire.com/whats-on/

Cheerful elves greet you as you collect your very own Grotto Passport and step onto Candy Cane Lane to begin your festive woodland adventure. Spot the hidden red noses and complete interactive games and...

‘Get Crafty’ – Saturday Free Arts and Crafts Activities

Venue: Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery

Website: blackburnmuseum.org.uk/whats-on/

These free craft sessions are drop-in and unsupervised by Museum staff. They are aimed at children from toddler age to 12 years. The crafts will take about 20-30 minutes and the children can take home...

Bambino by Brian House

Venue: 35 Wood Street, St Annes

Website: www.brianhouse.org.uk/support-us/our-shops/bambino/

Pop in to Bambino by Brian House, a dedicated childrenswear shop full of pre-loved items suitable for children up to 16. Donate old clothes, accessories, furniture, toys and games, or pick up new items,...

Blackpool Illuminations 2025

Venue: Promenade, Blackpool

Website: www.visitblackpool.com/detail/blackpool-illuminations-2025-6011/

For generations, children and adults alike have been entranced by the spellbinding seafront spectacle which bathes the promenade with more than a million magical bulbs in a shimmering sea of light. It's...

Christmas at Affinity Lancashire

Venue: Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood

Website: www.affinitylancashire.com

Don't miss the free festive events at Affinity Lancashire! Meet the Grinch on 6th December, and it’s their festive Artisan Street event that weekend too. Santa’s reindeer are visiting on 13th and 14th...

Lancashire Music Hub

Venue: Lancashire

Website: www.lancashiremusichub.co.uk

Lancashire Music Service and Blackpool Music Service work in partnership with other organisations as part of Lancashire Music Hub to support youth music making. Whether your child is curious, starting...

Protect Your Child From Flu

Venue: Nationwide

Website: www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine/

Flu cases increase in December and January and you can still get your child vaccinated. School-aged children will be able to have the vaccine at school. Most children have the vaccine as a nasal spray....

Razzamataz Lancaster

Venue: Lancaster, University of Cumbria

Website: www.razzamataz.co.uk/school/14/Lancaster/

Why Join Razzamataz Lancaster? The unique curriculum offers classes in dance, singing and acting and covers the commercial elements of street dance, screen acting and pop singing as well as traditional...

Razzamataz Preston

Venue: Ashton Community Science College

Website: www.razzamataz.co.uk

Children and young people in Preston now have the chance to discover the joy of performing arts thanks to the launch of Razzamataz Preston, led by local businesswoman and performer Lorraine Kearney. For...

Lancaster On Ice 2025

Venue: Dalton Square

Address: Lancashire

Website: lancasteronice.co.uk

Award-winning and internationally recognised Lancaster On Ice will return to Dalton Square. There will be lots to enjoy including Christmas Market stalls, the Giant Tipi Bar, 800m real ice, Ice-Rink and...

Cinderella: The Pantomime

Venue: Pleasure Beach Resort

Website: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com/show-events/

Get ready to enjoy a magical trip to the theatre! Contact the team for great options for school and group bookings of 15 or more!

Santa Specials

Venue: The East Lancashire Railway

Website: www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk/events-activities/santa-trains/

Steam into Christmas on the East Lancashire Railway’s famously festive Santa Specials. Your family will make enchanted memories to share as they take a trip through the magical Irwell Valley alongside...

Snow White

Venue: Blackburn Empire Theatre

Address: Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn

Website: blackburnempire.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/

Tom Rolfe Productions are thrilled to be back with a brand-new production. Will the wicked Queen Horibella manage to win the hand of Prince Charming? Will Snow White find the secret cottage? Will everyone...

RHS Glow 2025

Venue: RHS Bridgewater

Address: Manchester

Website: www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/bridgewater/whats-on/bridgewater-glow

Experience the sparkle of the season! As twilight falls, RHS Garden Bridgewater is transformed into a world of magical winter wonders. Take family and friends for an evening of enchantment, where sparkling...

Snow White

Venue: Lancaster Grand Theatre

Website: lancastergrand.co.uk

Get ready for a magical adventure as Lancaster Footlights proudly presents Snow White! Bursting with laughter, dazzling costumes and toe-tapping songs, this traditional family favourite sparkles with festive...

Santa by The Lake

Venue: Brockholes Nature Reserve

Website: www.lancswt.org.uk/festive-fun-at-LWT

A trip to see Santa at Brockholes Nature Reserve is a must. Visit him in his magical grotto, with the beautiful back drop of Meadow Lake – a real life winter wonderland! Includes cookie decorating and...

Peter Pan

Venue: Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens

Website: lowtherpavilion.co.uk/shows/peter-pan-a-christmas-2025-panto/

Join Wendy, Michael and John Darling as they fly from the rooftops of Victorian London with Peter Pan to join the Lost Boys, and the fairy Tinker Bell in Neverland where Captain Hook is on a mission to...

Christmas Elf Hunt

Venue: Samlesbury Hall

Website: samlesburyhall.co.uk/event/christmas-elf-hunt/

Their two cheeky elves, Sam & Les, will be hiding around the Hall. Pick up an Elf Hunt sheet for £1 from reception and fill in where you find them. There is also a colouring sheet so little ones can get...

Beauty and the Beast

Venue: The Atkinson

Website: www.theatkinson.co.uk

Step into a sparkling winter wonderland as the timeless tale of love and transformation unfolds before your eyes. Will Belle break the curse and save the day? With heartwarming romance, toe-tapping tunes...

Beauty and The Beast Pantomime 2025/26

Venue: Blackpool Grand Theatre

Website: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/event/beauty-and-the-beast-pantomime-2025-26

Expect stunning sets, show-stopping costumes, toe-tapping tunes and gasp-worthy moments that will transport you straight into Belle’s enchanted world. A spellbinding festive spectacular for the whole...

Aladdin: An Enchanted Tale on Ice

Venue: Pleasure Beach Resort

Website: www.blackpoolpleasurebeach.com/show-events/

Join Aladdin, Jasmine and the mysterious Genie as they try to thwart the plans of the evil sorcerer Jafar, in a story packed full of bright costumes, amazing skating routines and catchy music. This bright,...

Breakfast with Santa

Venue: Brockholes Nature Reserve and Moss Bank Park

Website: www.lancswt.org.uk/festive-fun-at-LWT

It just wouldn’t be Christmas without a trip to see Santa, and those lucky enough to get tickets will enjoy a yummy breakfast, get the chance to meet Santa and receive a special gift!

Brunch with Santa

Venue: Mere Sands Wood Nature Reserve

Website: www.lancswt.org.uk/festive-fun-at-LWT

Visit for a magical brunch where every child gets to meet Santa! Little ones can chat with Santa, share their Christmas wishes and receive a special gift directly from him.

Santa Specials

Venue: The West Lancashire Light Railway

Website: www.westlancsrailway.org

Your ticket includes a 25-minute heritage steam train return journey to see Father Christmas, his elves and Santa's Christmas Magic Show. All children receive a gift from Santa and goody bag. Selected...

Dear Santa

Venue: The Dukes

Website: dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/dear-santa

From the author of the well-loved children's book Dear Zoo, Rod Campbell, comes Dear Santa and it's live! This show is an ideal introduction to theatre for those aged two and over. The perfect family show...

Christmas Artisan Markets

Venue: Brockholes Nature Reserve

Website: www.lancswt.org.uk/events/

A weekend of wonderful Artisan Markets at Brockholes. Enjoy a wide range of carefully selected local goodies which will make the perfect gift for your loved ones. No need to book this event, just go along...

Christmas Pizza Party

Venue: Greenlands Farm Village

Website: www.greenlandsfarmvillage.co.uk/event/pizza-party-with-santa/

Get ready for a holly jolly time - where the magic flows and the food is tasty! Visit for a festive celebration filled with laughter, music, and mouthwatering pizza, all in the company of Santa Claus and...

Elf Pop Dreams - Christmas Cracker Live

Venue: Viva Blackpool

Website: www.vivablackpool.com/event/elf-pop-dreams-christmas-cracker-live/

Join Twinkle, Sparkle, Jingles, and Dazzle on a fun-filled, musical adventure as they try to become elf-popstars! Featuring festive songs, laughter, and heart-warming moments, this interactive family show...

Christmas Pyjama Party

Venue: Greenlands Farm Village

Website: www.greenlandsfarmvillage.co.uk/event/christmas-pyjama-party/

The beloved Pyjama Party makes its grand return! Engage in a variety of games designed to spread Christmas cheer and keep everyone entertained. Don’t miss out on this enchanting night of fun and festivity!...

A Christmas Carol

Venue: Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Website: burnleymechanics.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/

On Christmas Eve night, the cold-hearted businessman Ebenezer Scrooge embarks upon a journey through his past, present, and future. A festive treat for all the family, Dickens’ beloved tale of redemption...

The Ultimate Pop Party!

Venue: Viva Blackpool

Website: www.vivablackpool.com/event/the-ultimate-pop-party/#show-date-list

Enjoy the hits of your favourite pop icons - Sabrina Carpenter, Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift in this 'first time' concert for kids! Perfect for the family or a little one’s first concert, this high-energy...

Wickedly Ariana! Pop Party Concert + TikTok Party

Venue: Viva Blackpool

Website: www.vivablackpool.com/event/wickedly-ariana-pop-party-concert-tiktok-party/

Enjoy the hits of your favourite queen of pop and the new Wicked movie - all in one concert! Starring Hariana Live - the amazing tribute to Ariana Grande. A spectacular experience filled with hits you...

Rapunzel

Venue: Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Website: burnleymechanics.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/

Follow the story of Rapunzel, a young girl with magical long hair, who dreams of freedom from her lonely tower. This year’s pantomime promises to thrill audiences of all ages with a dazzling mix of laughter,...

Taylor Fever

Venue: Blackburn Empire Theatre

Website: blackburnempire.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/

Taylor Fever, the ultimate tribute to the sensational Taylor Swift. It’s more than just a concert; it’s a one-of-a-kind live experience that’ll create lasting memories for everyone, regardless of...

Peter Pan

Venue: The Atkinson

Website: theatkinson.co.uk/events/asdc-peter-pan/

Sprinkle a little fairy dust on your January with All Souls Dramatic Club’s next spectacular modern pantomime. This captivating story encourages us to believe in ourselves, the power of friendship, and...

Arrival: The Hits of ABBA

Venue: The Atkinson

Website: theatkinson.co.uk/events/arrival-the-hits-of-abba/

With sensational vocals, expert musicianship, dazzling costumes, and breathtaking visuals, Arrival: The Hits of ABBA takes you on an unforgettable journey through the timeless music that changed pop history....

The Sooty Show

Venue: Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens

Website: lowtherpavilion.co.uk/shows/the-sooty-show/

Sooty heads into town in a spectacular new show to delight the whole family! Expect wonderful wizardry, thrills and spills and of course, lots and lots of laughs with Sooty, Sweep and Soo. A fabulous mix...

Ministry of Science Live - Science Saved the World

Venue: Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Website: burnleymechanics.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/

Join the presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way! 100% Educational. 200% Entertaining. 300%...

The Bubble Show 2 – More Bubbles!

Venue: The Atkinson

Website: theatkinson.co.uk/events/the-bubble-show-2/

From the creator of The Bubble Show® comes a dazzling new adventure full of bubble artistry and visual magic! Whether you’re discovering bubble theatre for the first time or returning for more, this...

Circus Spectacular!

Venue: The Muni Theatre

Website: www.themuni.co.uk/whats-on/circus-spectacular/

The top-class artistes will not only bring skill and suspense during their acts, they will also all be participating in the production numbers and comedy aspects of the show to make one truly magical experience....

Dinosaur Adventure Live: Danger on T-Rex Mountain

Venue: Lancaster Grand Theatre

Website: lancastergrand.co.uk/shows/dinosaur-adventure-live-danger-on-t-rex-mountain/

Are you ready for the brand-new adventure? This awe-inspiring interactive stage show captivates both young and young at heart, immersing audiences in the enthralling and realistic world of dinosaurs.

Unicorn Live!

Venue: Blackburn Empire Theatre

Website: blackburnempire.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/

Darling Productions UK are proud to announce a brand-new show for 2026! Featuring your favourite pop and musical theatre songs, dazzling costumes, and a unicorn called Sparkle. This show will be sure to...

Pop Princesses: World Tour

Venue: The Atkinson

Website: theatkinson.co.uk/events/pop-princesses-world-tour/

This is the children’s pop concert with a big difference. Featuring a soundtrack of top pop hits from artists such as Taylor Swift, Meghan Trainor, Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa, Lizzo, plus a few of the best...

Wacky Woody’s World of Magic

Venue: Darwen Library Theatre

Website: bwdvenues.com/whats-on/wacky-woodys-world-of-magic-2026/

Join Wacky Woody - the kids' magician on a mission for the Magic Circle! Together, travel all around the world to find a magic trick from every continent. This show is packed full of fun, comedy, audience...

Puppet Spectacular Glow Show

Venue: Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens

Website: lowtherpavilion.co.uk/shows/puppet-spectacular-glow-show-2/

A captivating one-hour UV puppet show featuring a cast of colourful characters that will delight audiences of all ages. With humour, rhythm, and dazzling glow-in-the-dark visuals, this unique family-friendly...

Beauty and the Beast

Venue: Lancaster Grand Theatre

Website: lancastergrand.co.uk/shows/beauty-and-the-beast/2026-02-24/

In a quiet French village, Belle, a curious and independent young woman, longs for adventure beyond her provincial life. When her father becomes lost and imprisoned in a mysterious castle, Belle bravely...

Tap Factory

Venue: Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Website: burnleymechanics.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/

Prepare to be captivated as eight extraordinary male performers deliver a sensational blend of dance, acrobatics, music, and comedy. This mind-blowing experience will ignite your senses and get your toes...

KPOP Demon Hunta’z

Venue: Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Website: burnleymechanics.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/

A high-energy, concert-style performance that blends KPOP-inspired dance, live audience interaction, and theatrical flair. Featuring full-length dance routines, freestyle moments, audience dance interaction,...