Crufts meets cabaret – it could only happen in Blackpool. Phosphorescent pooches will take part in the Lumidogs Doggie Parade following the walking art trail which takes in 20 site-specific artworks as part of LightPool Festival. This back-by-popular-demand parade will culminate in a glamorous contest and the chance for one colourful canine to be crowned Lumidog of the year.
The regent is multifaceted venue originally a 1920’s cinema. It now continues life as a cinema as well as an antiques centre and auction house, with a vintage tea room and diner.
From rock to reggae, jazz, punk and soul, the vinyl revival is going strong at Records & Relics.
Since opening in 2000, Blott Studio provided a platform for local, regional, and visiting guest artists.
This Topping Street Tandoori is a delight and is currently offering delivery for a small charge or collection with a minimum order of £13. Tandoori main dishes and a range of Madras, Dupiaza and Vindaloos to suit every palate, get started with Kofta or Kebabs, tandoori chicken or Fish Tikka.
If you fancy a lunchtime trip to Thai heaven then Boonnak also delivers a brilliant selection of smaller portions perfect for a midday meal. The team is currently offering a 15% discount on minimum orders and free delivery on its lunch boxes with a minimum spend.
At Stefani’s Pizzeria we pride ourselves in making the most delicious wood-fired pizza, we eat, drink and sleep pizza! Our Dough is made fresh daily and proved for a minimum of 24 hours and by sourcing the best ingredients from all different regions of Italy we bring you possibly the best pizza in Blackpool.
Yorkshire Fisheries is a multiple prize winning fish and chip shop with a history that stretches back to 1907, making it the oldest in Blackpool. The Yorkshire Fisheries’ friers are still very much in action and offering a well organised click and collect service through its website or by calling the restaurant.
The live-music venue and bar is a hidden gem, standing out against the technicolour nightlife of Blackpool with its own understated edge.
Upside Down is a coffee shop with a vegetarian and vegan menu, that also sells range of house plants.
Family owned restaurant that is famous for it’s burgers and brews its own beer, with a good location is close to the Winter Gardens. Its lockdown delivery menu offers everything you need for a family night in.
Abingdon Studios is a contemporary visual art studios and project space based in the heart of Blackpool Town Centre.
The Empress Ballroom is a famous Blackpool venue in the heart of Winter Gardens. It has a spectacular interior, and a capacity of 3350. This makes it a wonderful place for concerts and large events.
Enjoy fun and creative activities designed to encourage your little ones to play freely in the fresh air, while exploring nature and the outdoors with family and friends.
free entry
Step inside a world of food and poo in this fascinating new exhibition at the Science and Industry Museum.
from £9.00
If you’re hunting for the perfect present – a Factory International Gift Membership could be just the ticket.
from £45.00
Get priority booking on the best seats, special discounts, invitations to exclusive events and much more. Are you in?
from £45.00
Pack your curiosity and enjoy a special stay at the 100 Story Hotel.
from £9.00
Get ready for a baa-rilliant adventure with Shaun the Sheep!
from £6.00
From Easter egg rolling to the 50th anniversary Caribbean Carnival, find out what’s happening in Preston this year.
free entry
Older kids and their grownups – get ready to be horrified and delighted in equal measure!
from £18.00
Ealing Studios and the best of Ryan Gosling are amongst our film highlights this month.
Take a look at our top recommendations for restaurants and bars to check out this spring.
Eclectic as ever. You'll find Bollywood musicals, scratch nights and anarchic Shakespeare in our pick of the performative crop.
We've got lots of live literature to check out and plenty of other opportunities for writers and readers alike as the clocks go back...
From creative activities, poo-themed science and family theatre, check out our latest picks of fun things to do with the family.
Gazing longingly towards the good times that will accompany the surely imminent sun, we take a look at the best music festivals coming up in Manchester and Salford.
Traditional painting takes a step back this month to make way for some excellent photography, sculpture and multimedia exhibitions around the North.
Try something new, explore somewhere different, learn a new skill with our tours and activities guide.
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
The best food and drink options in Manchester and the North to visit in 2024.