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Blackpool Illuminations 2026
4th September-3rd January 2027
Venue: The Promenade
Website: www.visitlancashire.com/events/
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 Nutcracker
12th November 2026
Venue: The Atkinson
Website: www.theatkinson.co.uk
Crown Ballet® brings back its dazzling production of The Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky’s timeless masterpiece. Follow young Marie as her Nutcracker doll transforms into a prince and leads her into a world...
Arts, Crafts & Gifts Fair
14th-22nd November 2026
Venue: Pendle Hippodrome Theatre
Website: www.pendlehippodrome.com/whats-on/arts-crafts-gifts-fair
A fixture on the local events calendar for over 30 years, the theatre is transformed into a major exhibition hall and regularly features over 70 local crafters and artists. There are always new and unusual...
Cinderella: A Fairytale
20th November-9th January 2027
Venue: Octagon Theatre Bolton
Website: www.octagonbolton.co.uk/whats-on
The Octagon is ready to welcome you to this funny, high-energy retelling of the classic story that’s packed with music, magic and laughter for the whole family. When Ella gets an invitation to the Royal...
Aladdin
21st November-3rd January 2027
Venue: Blackburn Empire Theatre
Website: blackburnempire.com
This latest production from Tom Rolfe Productions is packed with comedy, chaos, a magical genie, and plenty of audience participation – everything you’d expect from a proper Blackburn panto. Dust off...
Paper Dress Making Workshop (For Families)
21st November 2026
Venue: The Harris
Website: theharris.org.uk/product/paper-dress-making/
Paper art workshop with artist Sian Peters. Create your own 1950s style miniature dress using vintage paper. All materials provided.
Robin Hood: Family Panto
28th November-28th December 2026
Venue: Lancaster Grand Theatre
Website: lancastergrand.co.uk
Enjoy a fun-filled adventure in Sherwood Forest! Packed with comic chaos and jokes, audience participation, catchy songs, dazzling dancing and plenty of boos and cheers, Robin Hood is a magical pantomime...
Cinderella
4th-31st December 2026
Venue: The Atkinson
Website: www.theatkinson.co.uk
Expect magic, romance and wicked sisters as Cinders goes from rags to riches! This sparkling production promises everything you love about The Atkinson pantomime – dazzling costumes, hilarious comedy,...
Christmas Cracker Fair
5th December 2026
Venue: Moor Park Sports & Social Club
Website: www.facebook.com/Moorparksportsandsocialclub/?locale=en_GB
Visit the Christmas Cracker Fair with lots of stalls to browse and festive fun to enjoy together as a family. Moor Park Sports Centre Sports Hall, 10am-2pm.
Blackpool Santa Dash
6th December 2026
Venue: Blackpool Tower
Website: www.blackpoolsantadash.co.uk
Pull on your Santa suit and join hundreds of festive fundraisers at Blackpool Santa Dash in support of Brian House Children’s Hospice. Brand-new for this year – the event starts outside Blackpool Tower....
Scrooge: Cirque Extravaganza
10th-13th December 2026
Venue: Blackpool Opera House
Website: wintergardensblackpool.co.uk
Scrooge: Cirque Extravaganza brings Charles Dickens’ much-loved festive classic to life with a spectacular twist! This enchanting family show combines musical theatre with jaw-dropping circus skills,...
Cinderella
16th-31st December 2026
Venue: The Guild Lounge, Preston Guild Hall
Website: www.guildhallpreston.co.uk
Get ready for a magical adventure as Cinderella comes to The Guild Lounge this festive season! Prepare for dazzling costumes, catchy songs, and all the traditional pantomime fun you could wish for, Preston...
Elf [Empire Cinema]
22nd December 2026
Venue: Chorley Theatre
Website: www.ticketsource.com/chorleytheatre/
Celebrating the 21st anniversary of this movie with a special Christmas week screening! Will Ferrell stars as Buddy, a human being who has spent his whole life believing himself to be an elf. Christmas...
Jack and the Beanstalk
27th-31st December 2026
Venue: Marine Hall
Website: www.marinehall.com
Get ready for a giant Christmas adventure, starring Coronation Street's Connor McIntyre as the villainous Fleshcreep! When Jill is kidnapped, Jack must climb the beanstalk, save the day, and win the heart...