live Blackpool
It’s the town that needs no introduction! The Live Blackpool website has something for everyone. Buckets and spades, arts and heritage, dancing and shows, shopping, food and FUN for all the family.
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Latest Updates from Live Blackpool
August 29, 2026
Houndshill Shopping Centre is near Blackpool seafront in the town centre – with big-name stores,…
August 27, 2026
Visit the The Blackpool Tower for top-to-toe fun for all the family! With shows, attractions,…
August 24, 2026
At Grosvenor Casinos Blackpool enjoy gaming, live entertainment and of course the destination restaurant, The…
August 22, 2026
The Regent Antiques, Auctions & Cinema – a world of vintage, craft and retro on…
August 18, 2026
It’s the show you all love and it’s BACK – it’s Strictly at Blackpool Tower…
August 17, 2026
If you love the Fylde Coast you’ll love this range of original paintings and photos…
August 15, 2026
From variety, musicals and comedy giants to Shakespeare, ballet, drama and dance, Blackpool Grand Theatre…
August 14, 2026
It’s Christmas by the Sea in Blackpool – with another whopping programme of festive entertainment…
Have a great time when you visit – with Live Blackpool!
Seafront
We love the seafront and beach – miles of golden sands, glorious walks, deckchairs and things to do for all the family
Town Centre
Take a look around Blackpool town centre. With attractions, bars, cafes, restaurants, theatres and more – plus a great range of shops!
Travel
Find out how to travel to Blackpool. By public transport and by road, and make getting around easy once you’re here.
History
There’s fascinating local history all around in Blackpool – if you know where to look! We’ve uncovered some of the gems around town.
Parks
Stanley Park is the green jem in Blackpool’s crown, but there are numerous other green spaces to enjoy and explore.
What’s On
Fireworks and celebrations. Shows and events. Music, dancing and drama and more! There’s something for all ages and tastes.
Featured Events – coming up in Blackpool…
It’s the show you all love and it’s BACK – it’s Strictly at Blackpool Tower…
From variety, musicals and comedy giants to Shakespeare, ballet, drama and dance, Blackpool Grand Theatre…
Make a date for Ride the Lights, the big FREE annual car-free family-preview of Blackpool…
Here’s the competitors in this years Blackpool World Firework Championships – three brilliant FREE nights…
Lightpool Festival Blackpool is a the autumn event that mostly takes place outdoors. The bright…
Book your Night Out at Viva Blackpool Cabaret Theatre! Take your pick of the fabulous…
More Things to Do
Houndshill Shopping Centre is near Blackpool seafront in the town centre – with big-name stores,…
Visit the The Blackpool Tower for top-to-toe fun for all the family! With shows, attractions,…
At Grosvenor Casinos Blackpool enjoy gaming, live entertainment and of course the destination restaurant, The…
The Regent Antiques, Auctions & Cinema – a world of vintage, craft and retro on…
From variety, musicals and comedy giants to Shakespeare, ballet, drama and dance, Blackpool Grand Theatre…
It’s Christmas by the Sea in Blackpool – with another whopping programme of festive entertainment…
Blackpool Seafront & Promenade
Visit the The Blackpool Tower for top-to-toe fun for all the family! With shows, attractions,…
Blackpool Lights & Switch On 2024. Seven miles of them shine again throughout late summer…
A multi-million pound Blackpool Beach Management Scheme is proposed for Blackpool’s central coastline area.
Maintaining Blackpool’s Coastline is a constant, ongoing battle against the forces of nature. Three schemes…
The multi-million pound Blackpool Coastal Protection Plan includes three schemes to protect 12,000 properties from…
Anchorsholme seafront is the first section at the northern end of Blackpool, next to Cleveleys.
Vlogs from Blackpool
Do you follow Visit Fylde Coast on YouTube? We’ve got LOADS of interesting content in vlog form – here’s the latest one in the Live Blackpool playlist…
Visit Blackpool Town Centre
It’s Christmas by the Sea in Blackpool – with another whopping programme of festive entertainment…
Talbot Square is the space outside Blackpool Town Hall and the former Clifton Hotel, opposite…
One of the town’s original entertainment venues, Blackpool Winter Gardens is a beautiful, Victorian building….
Find Corporation Street in Blackpool Town Centre. This well-used street links several roads & landmarks….
West Street is at the heart of Blackpool Town Centre. The short street links to…
Birley Street is at the heart of Blackpool Town Centre. The short pedestrianised area is…
Places to Stay with Visit Fylde Coast
Booking a holiday? Book a stay at The Briardene Hotel… the Fylde Coasts only…
More new accommodation will soon be rising from the ground as plans for the new…
The new Holiday Inn Blackpool is part of the Phase 2 Development of Talbot Gateway…
How do you prefer to travel? Maybe you’re one of the many, many people who…
When booking your holiday, look out for the ‘Blackpool Approved’ scheme. Be sure that it’s…
With seven miles of coastline, you’re spoilt for seafront hotels in Blackpool and a huge…
Places to Eat
Houndshill Shopping Centre is near Blackpool seafront in the town centre – with big-name stores,…
At Grosvenor Casinos Blackpool enjoy gaming, live entertainment and of course the destination restaurant, The…
No visit to Blackpool is complete without a visit to South Pier! Try the new…
Take a look at Blackpool Central Pier – there’s fun and amusement for all of…
Visit Fleetwood Museum and see the past come to life. Enjoy walks, talks and events,…
Blackpool North Pier is the Heritage Pier. There’s fun and entertainment for all the family,…
Around and about the area…
Houndshill Shopping Centre is near Blackpool seafront in the town centre – with big-name stores,…
At Grosvenor Casinos Blackpool enjoy gaming, live entertainment and of course the destination restaurant, The…
The Regent Antiques, Auctions & Cinema – a world of vintage, craft and retro on…
If you love the Fylde Coast you’ll love this range of original paintings and photos…
From variety, musicals and comedy giants to Shakespeare, ballet, drama and dance, Blackpool Grand Theatre…
No visit to Blackpool is complete without a visit to South Pier! Try the new…