Hosting full production cabaret spectaculars and live shows, private functions and corporate events – Viva Bar Blackpool is your number one choice for a great night out! It’s located on Blackpool Promenade right next door to Blackpool Tower, opposite Festival House. The multi-purpose venue opened in 2012.
Viva Blackpool create, produce and perform a number of fabulous in-house cabaret shows for the theatre. Take your pick from these great performances, where you can enjoy a full night out including a great meal.
We went for a look behind the scenes –
- Have you got your Viva Locals Card?
- £5 Deposit Deal at Viva Bar Blackpool
- SEASON SHOWS AT VIVA BLACKPOOL!
- VISITING SHOWS AT VIVA BAR BLACKPOOL!
- Jim Davidson The Next Chapter! Fri 17 Jan & 6 June at 8pm
- Genesis Connected – Fri 7 Feb at 8pm
- Hot Foot Dance Club Showcase 'Around the World' – Sat 8 Feb at 6.30pm
- Celebrating Celine – Valentine's Day 14 Feb at 8pm
- Abba Bottomless Brunch – Sat 15 Feb, 28 June, 16 Aug & 1 Nov at 1pm
- Megaslam Wrestling Live Tour – Sun 16 & 23 Feb at 1.30pm
- The Greatest Showman Sing-Along at Viva! Thurs 20 Feb at 1pm
- Dr Strange's Magic & Mayhem – Sat 22 Feb at 11am
- Sound & Vision – a Tribute to David Bowie – Fri 28 Feb at 8pm
- Bay City Rollermania with ‘The Legendaries’ – Fri 18 April '25 – at 8pm
- BIG MOMENTS at VIVA BLACKPOOL!
- 2023: Winter Works at Viva Bar Blackpool
- 2022: 10 Fabulous Years for Viva Bar Blackpool!
Have you got your Viva Locals Card?
Do you have an FY postcode? Brand new in 2023, anyone who lives in an FY district can apply for a ‘Locals Card’ membership.
Here’s what you get:
- 10% off food and drink at the Viva Bar
- 20% off resident shows and selected Blackpool shows at Viva! Please check each show page pricing for confirmation of locals card offer applying to that show
- 10% off private events at Viva Blackpool
- Event referral scheme – receive a £50 Viva credit for referring a friend to book an event
- Birthday club offers and freebies
- Card option available for £2.50, or a PDF / mobile version for free. T’s & C’s apply. Full details and apply here
Take a look at other Fylde Coast venues and attractions which offer discount to local residents.
£5 Deposit Deal at Viva Bar Blackpool
Viva Blackpool has the perfect way to give you something to look forward to without the worry of booking ahead… their flexible booking policy and £5 deposit deal. Reserve your seat for just £5 – and if you need to move your booking, they’ll just move it with their flexible booking scheme!
SEASON SHOWS AT VIVA BLACKPOOL!
Viva The Show!
Doors open at 6.30pm, show starts at 8pm. Feb 15 & 22. March 29. April 9, 12, 16, 19, 26. May 3, 24, 28, 31. June 14 & 21.
Back bigger and better than ever for 2025! Starring Leye D Johns and his stellar cast of vocalists, dancers and performers… in an incredibly packed 3 hour evening performance brimming with talent and fun!
Book with a £5 Deposit / Kids (U7) Go Free to this show. This is Blackpool’s Biggest & Best Show Night Out
Viva Voulez Vous!
Doors open 6.45pm – show starts at at 7.30pm. February 21. April 10, 17, 23. May 7 & 21. June 4 & 18. July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Aug 5, 12, 19, 26. Sept 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Oct 7, 14, 21, 28. Nov 4 & 11.
Say thank you for the music at Viva Voulez Vous and enjoy a fantastic night out with the songs of ABBA at Viva Blackpool!
With all the hits you love to sing along to from their chart-topping career, this is ABBA but not as you ‘Knowing me, Knowing you’ know it. This show is produced by the Viva production team. It’s performed by the exceptionally talented singing and Dancing Queens of the Viva cast.
Join us as we Have A Dream of the Swedish pop quartet that swept the globe. More than a tribute, this is a one of a kind experience. There’s fantastic lighting, sound and production visuals including a massive LED screen and lasers. It’s a real ‘wow’ to your night and plenty to enjoy. The show’s full night out, lasting around 2 and a half hours with an interval. Your whole evening is sorted!
Viva Broadway
Doors open at 6.45pm, show starts at 7.30pm. June 29, July 6, 13, 20, 27. Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Sept 7, 14, 21, 28. Oct 5, 12, 26. Nov 2 & 9.
The Ultimate Musical Theatre show! The musicals you LOVE as seen on Broadway, the West End and on Cinema Screens. Featuring classics like Les Miserables, Barnum & Wicked, to modern musicals SIX, Hamilton & Moulin Rouge!
Relax in your reserved seats whilst we serve food and drinks to your table throughout the evening from our restaurant and Viva bar waiters. It’s an amazing Night Out – great for groups, parties and occasions. You’ll enjoy plenty of comedy laughs, music variety and dancing in a fast moving cabaret style show.
The Jersey Beats – Oh What a Nite!
Doors open 6.30pm, shows start at 7.30pm. May 14. June 11 & 26. July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Aug 7, 14, 21, 28. Sept 4, 11, 18, 25. Oct 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Nov 6 & 13.
Originally conceived and produced by the Viva Blackpool team, ‘Oh What A Nite!’ is celebrating an amazing 8th season in Blackpool and this show is one of our most popular productions appealing to a wide range of audiences and ages.
It’s a sensational show celebrating the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. This show is our most popular midweek production and appeals to a wide range of audiences and ages. Enjoy plenty of comedy, music and moves in a fast moving show. Starring our hilarious host Leye D Johns and resident Viva Showgirls dancers.
This music has broad appeal including ‘Sherry’, ‘Beggin’, ‘Grease’ and ‘My Eyes Adored you’. PLUS more music from the era – so no worries about individual taste or pleasing a big group. Performed by an amazing quartet of vocalists – Matt Andrews (Frankie), Johnny O’Connor (Nick), Toby Beal (Tommy) and Michael Cosgrove (Bob). The show appears with a fabulous troupe of showgirl dancers and full production including video.
There’s fantastic lighting, sound and production visuals including a massive LED screen and lasers – giving a real ‘wow’ to your night and plenty to enjoy. It’s a full night out, with a show lasting for around 2 and a half hours with an interval – your whole evening is sorted!
Viva Country Legends – A Night At The Grand Ole Opry
It’s the toe tappin’ music of Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Shania Twain, Garth Brooks, Tammy Wynette, Carrie Underwood and Glen Campbell.
Brought to you by the Viva cast and hosted by Leye D Johns. Enjoy a show lasting for around 2 and a half hours with an interval. With Live band, full production and a real concert sound your whole evening is sorted! There’s fantastic lighting, sound and production visuals including a massive LED screen – giving a real ‘wow’ to your night and plenty to enjoy.
Viva – Decades Rewind! 80s, 90s & Now!
Back and improved for Summer 2024… celebrate everything you LOVE about the best decades in music!
Revamped and taken to the next level – this is our headline show of the week… featuring a fast moving show with all the best songs you’ll love from the 80s, 90s, 00s and now! Weds & Saturday nights from June to November!
Viva’s amazing party night out – with an amazing show, atmosphere, fast moving show with our talented cast of singers and dancers. Relax, it’s the best of the 80s, 90s and now – a show taking you through the decades of great music and we’ll be setting some reminders of some of the things you’ll have seen on stage and screen from the different eras
Soul & Motown Extravaganza
Featuring all the way from the USA, the exciting JJ Gibson, the latino talents of Kofi Taylor and Alfie Bailey!
The undiscovered talent is the central part of this young tantalising power trio; their electric musical style has generally been described as a “varied range of old school classics” with subtle throwbacks to some of the biggest and legendary Motown/Soul songs of your lifetime.!
This fresh dynamic show specialise in performing the Hitsville magic of the Motown scene to the Soul and RnB era. With slick strong vocals, high energy choreography, excellent musicianship with faultless precision.
they will bring a flavour of fun & excitement while they ease their way through an impressive selection of music from artistes like “Stevie Wonder”, The Four Tops”, “The Drifters”, “The Temptations”, “Diana Ross”, “Gladys Knight”, “Martha Reeves”, “Bruno Mars”, “Luis Fonsi” & more…
VISITING SHOWS AT VIVA BAR BLACKPOOL!
Jim Davidson The Next Chapter! Fri 17 Jan & 6 June at 8pm
As we turn to this brand-new chapter for 2025, Jim invites you to join him for another evening of rip-roaring, grown-up comedy. Witness the ‘General’ in his latest comedic triumph and support him in the ongoing saga against those who seek to rewrite British comedy culture with their radical sensibilities … and he’s got another wedding to pay for!
Genesis Connected – Fri 7 Feb at 8pm
Genesis Connected is a tribute show celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics.
This show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers that will get the crowd dancing in the aisles. Hits spanning from the late 70s onwards including; Turn It On Again, Sledgehammer, In The Air Tonight, Over My Shoulder, Against All Odds, That’s All, Salisbury Hill, You Can’t Hurry Love, The Living Years and many more.
Hot Foot Dance Club Showcase ‘Around the World’ – Sat 8 Feb at 6.30pm
Join us for a night to remember! The Hot Foot Dance Club proudly presents “Around the World” — an electrifying showcase of dance inspired by the rich rhythms and melodies of global music.
From the passionate beats of Latin America to the elegant steps of Europe and the vibrant moves of Africa and Asia, this spectacular performance will transport you across continents in a single evening. An incredible night filled with energy, artistry, and culture—all while supporting the local MENCAP charity. Don’t miss this dazzling celebration of dance and diversity!
Celebrating Celine – Valentine’s Day 14 Feb at 8pm
Songs such as ‘All Coming Back To Me Now’, ‘I Drove All Night’, ‘Think Twice’ ‘I’m Alive’ and ‘My Heart will Go On’
Touring across the World, this is a show made by Celine Dion fans for Celine Dion fans and is not to be missed!
Starring award winning vocalist January Butler as ‘Celine’ and featuring an incredible live band, lead by musical director Andy Mudd.
Abba Bottomless Brunch – Sat 15 Feb, 28 June, 16 Aug & 1 Nov at 1pm
Calling all ‘Dancing Queens’ and party people! Brace yourselves for the ultimate ABBA Bottomless Brunch at Viva Blackpool!
An afternoon like no other, filled with the timeless tunes you know and love! Get ready to kickstart your night out in the most fabulous way possible! Sing, Drink, and Dance Along to ABBA’s Greatest Hits at the ultimate pre-night out party that will elevate your weekend vibes! Non-stop ABBA hits performed live by our sensational vocalists. From “Dancing Queen” to “Mamma Mia,” and everything in between!
Delicious Mouth-watering sharing platter and Bottomless Drinks to fuel the fun! Including Prosecco and now extended to include a choice of our house cocktails (Beach Bomb or Viva Purple) or draught Coors Lager. Dress up is encouraged! Plus Live DJ Set with Jay Fontalba on the decks, spinning tunes to keep the party alive.
Megaslam Wrestling Live Tour – Sun 16 & 23 Feb at 1.30pm
The number 1 Live Experience for Families is back – the Megaslam Wrestling Live Tour 2025!
Taking place in locations across the United Kingdom, Isle Of Man and Republic Of Ireland – this tour will feature all of your favourite Megaslam stars and we invite you to join us as we celebrate 16 years of Megaslam wrestling in Blackpool! Don’t miss out on the excitement of the ultimate tour in the UK. Experience the thrill of a Megaslam Wrestling live event!
Established in 2009 and presenting hundreds of Live Events per year, Megaslam is a 2 hour interactive family entertainment spectacular that has the WOW Factor!
The Greatest Showman Sing-Along at Viva! Thurs 20 Feb at 1pm
Enjoy a Live Show & Movie Screening with a captivating afternoon at The Greatest Showman Sing-Along at Viva!!
Watch the full movie as we screen it on our massive LED screen, with sing-a-long lyrics during the songs
FREE ‘Warm Up’ Live Performances – Sing, Dance and Dream along with our Viva Kids Team and let them take you through some vocal ‘warm up’ to get you ready for the movie. Plus a Free interactive goody bag – join in with the movie, we’ll supply you with props!
Dr Strange’s Magic & Mayhem – Sat 22 Feb at 11am
Join Doctor Strange as he delves into the world of magic, illusion, mind reading, and mayhem—all while meeting your favourite superheroes along the way! But watch out for any villains slipping through the multiverse.
This family-friendly half-term show will feature Doctor Strange as the master of mind magic and illusions, leading the audience on a mystical journey through the multiverse. Along the way, he’ll introduce iconic Avengers for meet-and-greet moments, while dazzling the audience with spellbinding magic perfect for all ages. It’s a spectacular blend of magic, adventure, and superhero fun!
Sound & Vision – a Tribute to David Bowie – Fri 28 Feb at 8pm
This show was launched on what would have been Bowie’s 75th birthday in 2022. What makes Sound & Vision so special, is their note-perfect recreation of the legend himself and the iconic musicians he loved to work with.
The 7-piece band offers audiences a chance to fully appreciate each complex nuance of his many, many songs. And they’re all there!
Bay City Rollermania with ‘The Legendaries’ – Fri 18 April ’25 – at 8pm
After an incredibly successful nights in 2021 and 2022, the band are BACK in 2023 to perform another night dedicated to the memory of Les McKeown and the Bay City Rollers.
The remaining band members of Les McKeown’s Bay City Rollers reunite to play the songs, tell the tales and re-live life on the road. Playing all the hits and more – from their years of touring with Les. Remembering the hits such as ‘Shang-A-Lang’ Give A Little Love, I Only Want To Be With You, Summer Love Sensation and of course Bye Bye Baby will be extra poignant. Sanctioned and endorsed by Les own family – this will be another evening to remember the good times.
BIG MOMENTS at VIVA BLACKPOOL!
2023: Winter Works at Viva Bar Blackpool
Since opening, stage height had been an issue as the venue was built into the constraints of the original building. It’s reduced opportunities for some shows coming into the venue, and caused issues with sound and lighting.
January is a busy month in Blackpool – it’s when theatres, attractions and venues do their building and renovating work! So before the season got into swing it was all systems go at Viva Bar Blackpool. In 2023 the old stage came down – even revealing some of the old Mecca Bingo fittings! Now, there’s a huge new stage for even better shows
A team of skilled builders removed the roof (and the huge steel triangle in the middle of the room). Now there’s a beautiful open stage for performers to do their thing on – and above! It’ also ‘s opened up opportunities for new types of shows and concerts to come to the venue. It’s exciting times – the Viva Bar Blackpool experience has come a long way since it opened and it’s always improving!
2022: 10 Fabulous Years for Viva Bar Blackpool!
Opened in 2012, Viva Bar Blackpool has been entertaining 150,000 visitors each year with a top-class programme of live entertainment. It’s all produced in house by owners Martin Heywood and the ever-popular, outrageous host, Leye D Johns.
The 10th anniversary in 2022 was marked with an exciting line-up of shows. All performed in the unique, cabaret style theatre, with a different attraction every night from June through November.
West End Musical and Blackpool Cabaret
For the first time ever, Viva Bar Blackpool staged a full West End musical, ‘Boogie Nights The 70’s Musical‘. The hilarious and heart-warming musical, with a hit soundtrack of our lives, featured Shane Nolan as the lead.
Jon Conway is the show’s original London director and staged this Viva version. He said, “Boogie Nights always had a terrific party atmosphere on previous Blackpool visits. I’m really excited that we’ve secured a large and talented cast of established musical theatre performers to stage the show at Viva Bar Blackpool.”
Meanwhile resident host Leye D Johns headlined ‘Viva The Show’ a vibrant new spectacular production. Complete with a glamorous cast of singers and dancers, showcasing the very best of showbiz glitz at the heart of the Golden Mile. ‘Viva Country Legends’ was also new in 2022.
Family Entertainment
Viva also became the home of family entertainment as part of it’s 10th anniversary celebration. Welcoming the hilarious ‘Crazy Comedy Company’ with an exciting new show. A hit at the Edinburgh Festival and Butlins alike it’s just one of a number of new family shows at Viva.
A Spectacular 10 Years for Viva Bar Blackpool!
Owners Martin Heywood and popular, outrageous host Leye D Johns, commented –
“It’s been a spectacular 10-years and an amazing privilege to play an integral role in Blackpool’s resurgence as the UK’s favourite family destination. Through hard work, dedication and a huge wealth of talent, Viva’s become an entertainment mecca, welcoming thousands of visitors each season.”
“Guests will enjoy a top-class programme, featuring a wide range of brand-new shows and returning favourites. With the support of the Arts Council, over £250,000 is set to be invested to ensure we continue to grow, producing the best in live entertainment in the heart of Blackpool”
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