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Easter at Heskin Hall Shopping Village
16th March-5th July 2026
Venue: Heskin Hall Shopping Village
Website: www.heskinhallshoppingvillage.co.uk
Celebrate Easter with a fun-filled day at the Shopping Village. Join in the egg hunt which will lead you to Peter Rabbit and the Easter Fairy where you'll receive a special gift (tickets available online)....
Easter Fun at Affinity Lancashire
16th March-5th July 2026
Venue: Affinity Lancashire in Fleetwood
Website: www.affinitylancashire.com
Family Fun and Animal Adventures await. From meeting Derpy the KPop Tiger and Baby B the Mystery Box Bunny, to coming up close to some amazing animals at their visiting farm, hunting Easter eggs and creating...
Happy Hedgehog Learning
16th March-5th July 2026
Venue: Preston, Lancashire
Website: www.happyhedgehoglearning.co.uk
The Happy Hedgehog approach keeps learning calm, focused and manageable, celebrating progress at every step. It encourages short bursts of practice that fit easily into busy family routines. Joanne Adams,...
Lancashire Music Hub
16th March-5th July 2026
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. They welcome every child to discover the...
Razzamataz Preston
16th March-5th July 2026
Venue: Ashton Community Science College
Website: www.razzamataz.co.uk/school/79/Preston/
Razzamataz students are encouraged to express themselves, develop resilience and work as part of a team. Classes take place every Saturday at Ashton Community Science College, offering students aged 4–18...
Ryelands Park Junior Parkrun
16th March-5th July 2026
Venue: Ryelands Park
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/ryelandspark-juniors/
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds). The aim is to have fun, so go along and join in whatever your pace! Free but please register before your first run. Held every...
Story & Rhyme Time
16th March-5th July 2026
Venue: The Atkinson
Website: theatkinson.co.uk/events/story-rhyme-time/
Explore stories through rhyme and help develop your child’s language and communication skills while meeting other parents and carers. Together with their friendly librarians, babies and under-fives will...
K-Pop All Stars Tribute
5th June 2026
Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens Blackpool
Website: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/events/k-pop-all-stars-tribute/
The explosive live celebration of the music, the artists, and the culture taking over the world. Feel the power of stadium-sized anthems, razor-sharp choreography, and a cast that delivers every beat with...
The Wind in the Willows
6th June 2026
Venue: The Dukes
Website: dukeslancaster.org/whats-on/theatre/the-wind-in-the-willows
Join Ratty, Mole, Toad, and Badger on a delightful, family-friendly adventure by the riverside in this lively and engaging theatrical production. This charming show brings Kenneth Grahame’s beloved classic,...
Barnum The Circus Musical
9th-13th June 2026
Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens Blackpool
Website: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/events/barnum/
Barnum The Circus Musical comes to Blackpool Opera House Tue 9th – Sat 13th June. Starring Lee Mead as legendary showman P.T. Barnum, this dazzling production combines unforgettable songs, actor-musicians,...
NICE! Stories and Rhymes with Michael Rosen
13th June 2026
Venue: The Atkinson
Website: theatkinson.co.uk/events/nice-stories-and-rhymes-with-michael-rosen/
Poetry legend Michael Rosen celebrates his 80th birthday with a brand-new live show! Michael looks back at a lifetime in poetry. NICE! is a show for all ages, from the young to the young at heart.
Strawberries & Steam
14th June 2026
Venue: The West Lancashire Light Railway
Website: www.westlancsrailway.org/special-events
Meet their own Mr Strawbs and celebrate the famous Hesketh Bank strawberries! As well as strawberries, cakes and cream, and attractions include bar with bottled beer and strawberry prosecco, the South...
Ms Rachel - Fun for Little Ones Tribute Tour
18th June 2026
Venue: Burnley Mechanics Theatre
Website: burnleymechanics.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/
Get ready for singing, dancing, giggles and non-stop fun as the magic of Ms Rachel comes to life on stage in an interactive, high-energy live tribute performance made just for little ones and their grown-ups!...
Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR.
19th-20th June 2026
Venue: Blackpool Grand Theatre
Website: www.blackpoolgrand.co.uk/event/matilda-jr
Step into a world of imagination, courage, and a little bit of mischief as this young cast share the story of an extraordinary girl who dares to stand up, speak out, and change her own destiny. Audiences...
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
19th-27th June 2026
Venue: Lancaster Grand Theatre
Website: lancastergrand.co.uk/shows/the-lion-the-witch-and-the-wardrobe/2026-06-19/
While exploring an old country house, young Lucy stumbles upon an unusual wardrobe... Step into C.S. Lewis’s classic tale adapted to stage by Glyn Robbins, brought to life with wonder and warmth, where...
In The Night Garden Live
25th June 2026
Venue: Opera House, Winter Gardens Blackpool
Website: www.wintergardensblackpool.co.uk/events/in-the-night-garden-live-2/#overview
Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all! You’ll see all your favourite characters beautifully brought to life with full-size...
Blackpool Colour Run
18th July 2026
Venue: Starr Gate Beach
Website: www.blackpoolcolourrun.co.uk
Run, walk or jog with friends and family along a 2.5km, family‑friendly beach course. By the finish line, you’ll be painted every colour of the rainbow! Suitable for all ages and abilities, everyone...