Blackpool News and Events
Planning your Blackpool trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Blackpool such as events and attractions, to make your Blackpool visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Blackpool, you’ll find everything you need for your Blackpool holiday on Whats On in Blackpool.net. Our What’s On Blackpool guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Blackpool – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Blackpool by checking out our News and Events Calendar page.
See what's On in Blackpool. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.
Whats on in Blackpool Local News
Blackpool News July 26, 2024
25 of the best places for a Sunday dinner on the Fylde coast to enjoy with your family this summer
For many, it’s the best meal of the week – and there are plenty of places on the Fylde coast plating up a quality Sunday dinner. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News July 8, 2024
I created Blackpool’s Tasty Eats app because I’m tired of paying over the odds for food to be delivered
A new takeaway app is helping foodies in Blackpool get restaurant food delivered to their doors for less. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News June 21, 2024
First look inside the brand new Blackpool town centre Starbucks set to create 20 new jobs
Starbucks has officially opened a brand new branch in Blackpool – here’s what the new coffee spot looks like. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News June 3, 2024
Chef Conor is testi-monial match’s special ingredient!
Elswick chef Conor Whitehead is set to bring the added special ingredient to this year’s annual football match against neighbours Great Eccleston when it is played this weekend as a “testi-monial” in his honour to raise funds for charity Rosemere Cancer Foundation. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News May 17, 2024
‘My Cockapoo likes to distract me’: Meet romantic comedy author Danielle Owen-Jones on Booky Podcast
She got a two book deal with one of the biggest publishers in the world – meet Danielle Owen-Jones | Booky podcast Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News May 13, 2023
Nourish mental health by spending time outdoors
Green campaigner and consumer expert, Angela Terry, separates climate change facts from fiction and explains how you can take simple, practical steps to help save the planet. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News April 28, 2023
11 photos to take you back to Blackpool in 1989 including crowd trouble at Bloomfield Road, Stone Roses concert and Coronation Street tram death
It was the year when Corrie’s Alan Bradley was famously killed by a tram. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News April 24, 2023
Fleetwood Moves (Dance Hub)
We’re delighted to be starting a new term of specialist classes in Fleetwood. We would be delighted if you could help us spread the word about our two weekly sessions….
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Blackpool Gazette
- We had the first ever wedding at Owd' Nells new venue and it was simply wonderfulby Will Atherton on November 8, 2026 at 6:45 am
“We would absolutely recommend your venue to others and would like to thank everyone involved for playing such a big part in creating wonderful memories for us.”
- Christmas By The Sea to return to Blackpool with new festive attractions - everything you need to knowby Jack Marshall on November 8, 2026 at 6:00 am
“Bringing people together, creating memories and having fun [is] what Blackpool does best.”
- 41 incredible nights out scenes snapped at Blackpool's iconic nightclubs in the 1990s and 2000sby Claire Lark on November 8, 2026 at 6:00 am
If only we could go back for one last night out
- 18 major roadworks - from traffic lights to road closures - planned in Wyre starting November 9by Claire Lark on November 8, 2026 at 6:00 am
All 18 major roadworks starting November 9.
- Here are all the planning applications received this week at Fylde Councilby Richard Hunt on November 8, 2026 at 6:00 am
Here are all the planning applications received this week
Lancs Live
- Baby's body found in freezer at Spain home as Civil Guard launches investigationby lancslive@reachplc.com (Joe Smith, Emma O'Neill) on November 7, 2026 at 7:15 pm
Police are investigating after the remains of an infant were discovered inside a freezer in a basement apartment at a family home in Allariz, Galicia, in western Spain.
- Dramatic changes for Preston skyline as five new offices blocks approved to transform the Station Quarterby lancslive@reachplc.com (Rachel Smith) on November 7, 2026 at 3:41 pm
The buildings will occupy the land next to the Fishergate Centre
- Chews Yard operator confirmed to take over former Mad Giant to create 'warehouse style food hall' in Preston's Animate complexby lancslive@reachplc.com (Rachel Smith) on November 7, 2026 at 3:08 pm
Heathcote & Co are set to support the new operator bringing a wealth of local knowledge and experience to the venue
- Beloved crisp brand makes major change to iconic look ahead of Christmasby lancslive@reachplc.com (Chloe Dobinson, Phoebe Cornish) on November 7, 2026 at 12:09 pm
Snack lovers may have spotted one product's new packaging on supermarket shelves this week - the first major redesign in the brand's history
- Anyone with 'problem' metformin side effect urged to 'get help straight away'by lancslive@reachplc.com (Ethan Evans) on November 7, 2026 at 9:32 am
People taking metformin have been urged to recognise when digestive symptoms need medical advice
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