What's On in Lancashire

Breakfast With Santa

Venue: Cockfields Farm Park

Address: Lees Road, Oldham, Ashton-under-Lyne

Website: www.cockfields.co.uk/our-events

The farm will be open from 10am - 12.30pm. Breakfast will be served from 10am - 11am and after breakfast you will be invited to have a photo with Santa and receive a gift. On the day you will be able to...

Free Festive Events at Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood

Venue: Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood

Website: www.affinitylancashire.com

Meet the gingerbread man and decorate your own gingerbread person at the Festive Little Cod Club on Saturday 30th November, then meet the Funny Fairy and Christmas Pudding on Sunday 1st December. It’s...

Jump into Jolly at AirHop Adventure and Trampoline Park Blackpool

Venue: AirHop Adventure and Trampoline Park Blackpool

Website: www.airhop.co.uk/blackpool-adventure-trampoline-park/

The perfect escape from the cold weather for the whole family with sessions for all ages – from Toddler Takeovers suitable for ages 1-6 years with one free adult included per ticket, Family Takeovers...

Kingfisher Canal Cruises - Santa Specials

Venue: Kingfisher Cruises, Barton Grange Marina

Website: www.kingfishercruise.co.uk

Kingfisher Cruises' fun and festive Santa cruises on the Lancaster canal depart every Saturday and Sunday during December until Christmas from Barton Grange Marina, Garstang Road, Brock (PR3 0BT). For...

Santa Paws

Venue: Cockfields Farm Park

Address: Lees Road, Oldham, Ashton-under-Lyne

Website: cockfieldsfarm.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/61346?catID=59063&navItem=739466

'Tis the season to snap the cutest, sweetest, and sometimes funniest photo of your pooch with Santa himself. Visit for a 'pawsome' afternoon, book a time slot for your pampered pooch to meet the big, bearded...

The Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts is Enrolling Now!

Venue: Various Venues

Website: pqacademy.com

Helping children and young people to discover their amazing sense of self is at the core of what PQA do. With project-led, student-created sessions in acting, drama, filmmaking, and performing, students...

Sleeping Beauty

Venue: The Muni Theatre

Address: Albert Road, Colne, Lancashire

Website: www.themuni.co.uk/whats-on/sleeping-beauty/

Once upon a time in a Pantoland far, far away, a beautiful princess is cursed by the evil Carabosse to perish on her 21st birthday by pricking her finger on a spinning wheel. Don’t miss this year’s...

Floodlit Swans

Venue: WWT Martin Mere

Address: Fish Lane, Burscough, Lancashire

Website: www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/martin-mere/whats-on/events/floodlit-swans

Have an unforgettable experience and see one of nature's most beautiful spectacles. Visit after hours and get a fantastic view of wild swans and ducks from the Discovery Hide. You'll be joined by a warden...

Peter Pan

Venue: Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Address: Manchester Rd, Burnley

Website: burnleymechanics.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873656080/events/129523650

Renowned for their high-quality shows, the award-winning Burnley Pantomime Society are set to thrill audiences once again with one of the most popular tales ever told. Packed with comedy, great music,...

Cinderella: A Modern Family Pantomime

Venue: The Atkinson

Address: Lord St, Southport

Website: www.theatkinson.co.uk/events/asdc-cinderella/

All Souls Dramatic Club return once again with a stunning modern pantomime. 'Cinderella’ is a spectacular family show which promises to take you on a magical journey with loveable characters, stunning...

Chinese New Year 2025

Venue: Lancaster Grand Theatre

Address: St Leonardgate, Lancaster, LA1 1NL

Website: lancastergrand.co.uk/shows/chinese-new-year-2025/

Visit for an unforgettable evening celebrating the richness and diversity of East Asian culture. This spectacular event promises to captivate audiences of all ages with a vibrant showcase of traditional...

Showtots: Baby and Toddler Session

Venue: Showtown Blackpool

Address: (Entrance) Corner of Adelaide Street West and Bank Hey Street, Blackpool

Website: www.showtownblackpool.co.uk/whats-on/family-activities/showtots-baby-and-toddler-session-3

Showtots invites families with children aged between 0-4 years to have fun playing, creating and exploring together. Sessions are free but booking in advance is essential to avoid disappointment. Spaces...

Mini Makers: Lunar New Year

Venue: The Whitaker

Address: Haslingden Road, Rossendale

Website: www.thewhitaker.org/whats-on-article/family-activities/mini-makers-lunar-new-year/

2025 is the Year of the Snake! In this craft session you'll be celebrating Lunar New Year and making beautiful crafts for you to enjoy. Tickets £4.

TAYLOR FEVER

Venue: Blackburn Empire Theatre

Address: Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn, BB2 4HT

Website: blackburnempire.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173655227

The electrifying tribute production to worldwide megastar Taylor Swift! In a show that is packed full of the icon's popular songs including ‘Karma’, ‘Shake It Off’, ‘Cruel Summer’ and many...

Goofus Theatre: The Tale of Nobody Nose

Venue: The Whitaker

Address: Haslingden Road, Rossendale

Website: www.thewhitaker.org/whats-on-article/family-activities/goofus-theatre-the-tale-of-nobody-nose/

Goofus Theatre in association with Theatre Porto proudly presents a whimsical adventure that promises to fill your heart with joy and wonder. This delightful, non-verbal show, filled with playful snowball...

Lowther Family Cinema: Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG)

Venue: Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens

Address: West Beach, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire

Website: lowtherpavilion.co.uk/shows/lowther-family-cinema-harold-and-the-purple-crayon-pg/

A young boy named Harold embarks on a magical mission with the help of his purple crayon. Age guidance: all ages.

The Wizard of Oz

Venue: Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens

Address: West Beach, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire

Website: lowtherpavilion.co.uk/shows/wizard-of-oz/

NW1 Theatre School brings to life the beloved songs and moments from the classic story, creating a magical experience for audiences of all ages! Follow Dorothy Gale, a young girl from Kansas, who is swept...

Family Workshop: Design your own Tote Bag

Venue: The Whitaker

Address: Haslingden Road, Rossendale

Website: www.thewhitaker.org/whats-on-article/family-activities/6103/

In this family session you'll design your own bag together, decorate it and take it home to use. Suitable for children aged 8+ and they must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Tickets £10.

Mudfest

Venue: WWT Martin Mere

Address: Fish Lane, Burscough, Lancashire

Website: www.wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/martin-mere/whats-on/events/mudfest-2025

Get stuck in with a mud obstacle course, mud show, wild crafts, and mud kitchen! With hands-on activities for all ages and abilities, everyone can connect with nature and discover the magical powers of...

So Unfair

Venue: The Dukes

Address: Moor Lane, Lancaster, LA1 1QE

Website: dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/so-unfair

Help Dan and Toni change the world, in an unexpectedly ridiculous adventure involving engineering challenges, bad dad jokes, and an extraordinary quantity of molten chocolate. A brand-new show for 7-11...

Kidz Club Party

Venue: Lancaster Grand Theatre

Address: St Leonardgate, Lancaster

Website: lancastergrand.co.uk/shows/kidz-club-party/

Kidz Club Party is back after an amazing launch at Lancaster Grand, with Joey, Bruno Britney Jesy and the amazing host with more fun and games, singing and dancing. Get your glitzy and glamorous outfits...

Teach Rex Live

Venue: Blackburn Empire Theatre

Address: Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn

Website: blackburnempire.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173657094

Teach Rex uses lifelike dinosaurs to perform their one-hour show, teaching children about the anatomy and life of one the most mesmerising creatures that have ever roamed our planet. The show is teamed...

Milkshake! Live on Holiday

Venue: The Muni Theatre

Address: Albert Road, Colne, Lancashire

Website: www.themuni.co.uk/whats-on/milkshake-live-on-holiday/

Milkshake! Live is back with a brand-new show! Join your favourite Milkshake! friends plus two Milkshake! presenters for an all-new adventure! Pack your bags and jump aboard the Milkshake! train as you...

Ministry of Science Live - Science Saved the World

Venue: Burnley Mechanics Theatre

Address: Manchester Rd, Burnley

Website: burnleymechanics.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873661682

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%...

For The Love of Musicals

Venue: The Muni Theatre

Address: Albert Road, Colne, Lancashire

Website: www.themuni.co.uk/whats-on/for-the-love-of-musicals/

Dive into the world of performing arts with acting, singing, creative arts, and engaging drama activities during two fun-filled days and once complete, perform the finished show to friends and family live...

Princess Live!

Venue: Blackburn Empire Theatre

Address: Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn

Website: blackburnempire.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173655885

Princess Live! is the ultimate hour-long princess pop party, featuring your favourite fairy-tale royalty in this all-singing, all-dancing concert show. With pop and musical theatre songs that will get...

Travel to Wonderland

Venue: The East Lancashire Railway

Address: Bolton Street Station, Bury, Lancashire

Website: www.eastlancsrailway.org.uk/events-activities/travel-to-wonderland/

It’s time to take a tumble down the Rabbit Hole for a curious adventure through Wonderland with Alice and her friends. During this weird and wonderful interactive experience you’ll meet the surreal...

Dinosaur Adventure Live

Venue: The Atkinson

Address: Lord St, Southport

Website: www.theatkinson.co.uk/events/dinosaur-adventure-live/

Join the intrepid rangers on a quest to recover the data crystal, restore power to the island and save the dinosaurs! Stomp, roar and swish your tail as you're introduced to some of the most incredible...

The Wizard of Oz

Venue: Blackburn Empire Theatre

Address: Aqueduct Rd, Blackburn

Website: blackburnempire.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173652661

Take a stroll down the yellow brick road this February as Tom Rolfe Productions proudly present everyone’s favourite pantomime story The Wizard of Oz live on stage. Expect dazzling scenery, beautiful...

Annie – MAODS

Venue: Lancaster Grand Theatre

Address: St Leonardgate, Lancaster

Website: lancastergrand.co.uk/shows/annie-maods/2025-02-25/

Set in 1930s New York City, Annie is on a journey to find her parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel and embittered Miss Hannigan. A tale of heartwarming discovery...

Mini Makers: Spring

Venue: The Whitaker

Address: Haslingden Road, Rossendale

Website: www.thewhitaker.org/whats-on-article/family-activities/mini-makers-spring/

Visit as they celebrate the start of spring with nature-themed crafts. Tickets £4. Sessions at 11am and 1pm.

Pirates Love Underpants

Venue: Lancaster Grand Theatre

Address: St Leonardgate, Lancaster

Website: lancastergrand.co.uk/shows/pirates-love-underpants/

Join the swashbuckling party of pirates on their quest to find the fabled Pants of Gold for the Captain’s treasure chest! Filled with music, puppetry and glittering pants of gold, 'arrr' you ready...

The Baddies

Venue: Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens

Address: West Beach, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire

Website: lowtherpavilion.co.uk/shows/the-baddies/

The Baddies love being bad. They roar, spook and cast wicked spells to try and scare a girl out of her wits… who will succeed? With songs by Joe Stilgoe, The Baddies is a wickedly hilarious adaptation...

The Dinosaur That Pooped A Rock Show

Venue: The Grand Theatre Blackpool

Address: 33 Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire

Website: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/event/dinosaur-that-pooped

Adapted from the number one best-selling books by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter, the whole family will have a poopy good time enjoying a brand-new story for the stage. Featuring new songs by Tom and...

Science Museum The Live Stage Show

Venue: The Muni Theatre

Address: Albert Road, Colne, Lancashire

Website: www.themuni.co.uk/whats-on/science-museum-the-live-stage-show/

Experience the brand-new stage show from Mark Thompson Productions which will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination and inspire you in new and exciting ways. This unmissable family production is...

The Very Hungry Caterpillar

Venue: The Atkinson

Address: Lord St, Southport

Website: www.theatkinson.co.uk/events/the-very-hungry-caterpillar/

The critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show created by Jonathan Rockefeller features a menagerie of 75 loveable puppets. The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is a vibrant celebration...

Pig Heart Boy

Venue: Blackpool Grand Theatre

Address: 33 Church St, Blackpool

Website: BlackpoolGrand.co.uk

Malorie Blackman’s heartwarming novel Pig Heart Boy is brought beautifully to life in a powerful new live production at Blackpool Grand Theatre. Cameron is thirteen, and all he wants is to be normal...