What’s on in Fylde

Please note the venue is closed for exhibitions on Mondays and the programme may be subject to change.

Lowther Cinema: Unicorns (15)
Tue 01 Oct, 2024 1:30pm
Cinema
A powerful story of forbidden love and colliding cultures unfolds when hard-working single father Luke meets beautiful, seductive drag queen Aysha.

The Arts Society Fylde Monthly Lecture – October 2024
Wed 02 Oct, 2024 2:00pm
Talk
In this Palme d’Or-winning psychological thriller, a celebrated writer is put on trial when her husband falls to his death from their secluded chalet. What starts as a murder investigation soon becomes a gripping journey into the depths of a destructive marriage.

Lowther Cinema: Blur To The End (15)
Wed 02 Oct, 2024 7:00pm
Cinema
A new feature-length documentary depicting the extraordinary and emotional return of blur, captured during the year in which they made a surprise return with their first record in 8 years, the critically acclaimed #1 album ‘The Ballad of Darren’.

Woofers Comedy Club (Oct 2024)
Thu 03 Oct, 2024 8:00pm
Comedy
Hosted by regular MC Phil Walker, you are pretty much guaranteed a top night of laughter. Booking early is advised as these nights do tend to sell out, PLUS you can save by purchasing in advance. Tickets are on sale by clicking the link to Lowther Pavilion.

Kerry Ellis – Queen Of The West End
Fri 04 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Music
Kerry Ellis is the Queen of the West End. From My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You, from Les Miserables to Wicked, in both the West End and on Broadway, she has starred in musical theatre’s biggest roles, making shows her own and earning her numerous awards

Mark Thomas: Gaffa Tapes
Sat 05 Oct, 2024 8:00pm
Comedy
In his time he has won awards (current total is now officially ‘fuckloads’), forced a politician to resign, changed laws on tax and protest, become Guinness Book of Records world record holder for number of protests in 24 hours, taken the police to court 3 times and won, walked the length of the Israeli Wall in the West Bank and generally mucked about trying to have fun and fuck the right people off.

Back To Bacharach
Sun 06 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Tribute Music
Fall in love again with the timeless music of Burt Bacharach in this dazzling tribute to one of the 20th century’s best-loved songwriters.

Bacharach’s songs defined the music of a generation, creating the iconic sounds of the 60s, 70s and beyond with lyricist Hal David for some of the biggest recording artists of all time including Dionne Warwick, Cilla Black, Dusty Springfield, Tom Jones and The Carpenters; his later collaborations with Elvis Costello introduced him to whole new generation of worldwide fans.

Classically Lowther October 2024
Mon 07 Oct, 2024 1:00pm
LIVE MUSIC
The Friends Of Lowther Pavilion present an afternoon of classical music. Andrew Morris – solo tenor with international reputation, accompanied by Gordon Cree on piano.

Folk At Lowther with Chloe Matharu
Mon 07 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
LIVE MUSIC
Chloe Matharu is an Award winning Scottish singer songwriter and harpist from the West Coast of Scotland. Many of her songs draw on her time as a Navigational Officer in the Merchant Navy, inspired by the natural world as experienced at sea. On tour she performs solo with her harp in English, Scots and Welsh.

Seagulls Over The Dunes – Lowther’s Writing Workshop (18+)
Tue 08 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Workshop
Designed for people aged 18+, our new writers group will support writers to generate ideas, explore voice, style, as well as assist with creating structure and dialogue. The sessions will also help you try out different genres and mediums from short stories to theatre plays.

Lowther Cinema: Rosalie (15)
Wed 09 Oct, 2024 1:30pm
Cinema
France, 1870. Rosalie is a young woman with a secret… She was born with a face and body covered in hair. A genuine bearded lady. She’s kept her secret safe all her life, until Abel, an indebted bar owner, marries her for her dowry. Now, she no longer wishes to hide. A story of hope and radical self-acceptance, ROSALIE is a beautiful and bold romance from director Stéphanie Di Giusto, starring Nadia Tereszkiewicz and Benoît Magimel.

Lowther Jazz Club – October 2024
Wed 09 Oct, 2024 8:00pm
Live Music
Jazz returns to Lowther! Join us as we celebrate the great and many facets of the jazz genre as we present our very own Jazz Club.

Rockin’ With Laughter – 50s/60s Variety Show October 2024
Thu 10 Oct, 2024 2:00pm
Variety Show
This Fabulous 50’s/60’s variety show is presented by the cast of “We’ll Meet Again” and “The Good Old Days of Music Hall”. Comedy multi-instrumentalist Pete Lindup, ukulele virtuoso Anthony Mason, smooth vocalist Mervyn Francis and the thrilling vocals of Beryl Johnson return to take you back in time. Together they re-create stars of the period in ‘Seeing Stars’, paying tribute to Kathy Kirby, Acker Bilk, Susan Maughan, Ronnie Hilton, Clinton Ford , Big Bopper, Kenny Ball and more.

 Coldplace – The World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay
Fri 11 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Tribute Music
Coldplace – The World’s Leading Tribute to Coldplay is a stunning live concert performance, celebrating the music of one of the most successful bands of all time. The only tribute to have worked for Coldplay, this outstanding band leads you through all your favourite Coldplay hits from the last 20+ years including Yellow, Paradise, and A Sky full of Stars, right through to Higher Power and My Universe from their latest album, Music of the Spheres.

Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster!
Sat 12 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Comedy
Solo again, Britain’s most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay’s ‘Phoenix Nights’ returns with his brand new hilarious one-man stand up show. As well as venturing into the audience to offer his unique spirit readings, Clinton Baptiste comes armed with more tales from his extraordinary childhood; exposing himself in ways you could never imagine -the family that shaped him, the narrow minded who doubted him and the lovers that left him. He regales us with stories of his recent work on a cruise ship, his spirit readings round the UK and not to mention the day to day life with his Greenlandic spirit guide, Taruak.

Brace yourselves – Clinton will prove his mystical ability once and for all. This time, he guarantees you WILL believe!*

Su Pollard – Still Fully Charged
Mon 16 Sep, 2024, 7:30pm
Comedy
Oh eck! It’s been 50 years…Meet Su and her accompanist live on stage to celebrate her 50 years in show business with a night of hilarious laughter, fabulous songs and wonderful stories!

Ronnie Foster – The Reboot Tour
Mon 14 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Live Music
Direct from his sold out appearance at the legendary Ronnie Scott’s, we are thrilled to welcome Ronnie Foster to Lytham.

Lowther Cinema: The American Society of Magical Negroes (12A)
Tue 15 Oct, 2024 1:30pm
Cinema
A young Black artist is invited to join an organisation that uses magic in the interest of white people’s welfare in this US comedy drama that presents a sharply satirical commentary on modern-day racism.

Alfie Brown – Open Hearted Human Enquiry
Tue 15 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Comedy
The award-winning comedian Alfie Brown is back with his first show since the fabric of his reality disintegrated. In this show Alfie separates his failures from his misfortunes and arrives at the conclusion that ‘life is beautiful’. Captivating and subversive stand-up from one of the very best in the country.

 Lowther’s Scratch Night
Wed 16 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Workshop
Our new series of Scratch nights are a chance for writers and performers to try out new pieces of performance in front of a live audience with feedback. We’ll be bringing this fantastic, already established format, into our programme four times a year. Our aim it is to welcome performances of fresh, experimental theatre, dance, music, and in-progress work.

Lowther Cinema: The Bikeriders (15)
Thu 17 Oct, 2024 7:00pm
Cinema
Over the course of a decade, a Midwestern motorcycle club evolves from a gathering place for local outsiders to a sinister gang, threatening the original group’s way of life.

Judge Jules Goes Large with Danny Rampling and Jason Fubar
Sat 19 Oct, 2024 7:00pm
Music
Judge Jules is the mastermind behind the ultra-successful Kevin & Perry film soundtrack and album. He curated the movie’s soundtrack and wrote the movie’s iconic theme song “All I Wanna Do Is Do It” with Harry Enfield. Yes, Jules is synonymous with Kevin & Perry, and “Judge Jules Goes Large” is his own event interpretation, paying homage to the movie. Musically, as with Jules’s work on the Soundtrack, “Goes Large” is not genre specific – more a mixed bag of timeless iconic anthems. This event is a true representation of Judge Jules at his very best, giving a nod to one of the most memorable films representing club culture. A timeless movie that helped mould and shape the scene we love and enjoy today.

RB&O: Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland (12A)
Sun 20 Oct, 2024 2:00pm
Streamed Ballet
At a garden party on a sunny afternoon, Alice is surprised to see her parents’ friend Lewis Carroll transform into a white rabbit. When she follows him down a rabbit hole, events become curiouser and curiouser…As Alice journeys through Wonderland, she encounters countless strange creatures. She’s swept off her feet by the charming Knave of Hearts, who’s on the run for stealing the tarts. Confusion piles upon confusion. Then Alice wakes with a start. Was it all a daydream?

Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time
Sun 20 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Comedy
From the quote attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Ed returns with his hit show, having sold out on 16th November 2023, to test Twain’s formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs. Edinburgh Fringe 2023 was a bumper 5-star review year for Ed. They came in thick and fast alongside outstanding critical acclaim for this exceptionally funny, ‘Best Reviewed Stand Up Show at Edinburgh 2023’ (British Comedy Guide).

Lowther Family Cinema: The Garfield Movie (U)
Tue 22 Oct, 2024 2:00pm
Cinema
After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father, a scruffy street cat, Garfield is forced to leave his perfectly pampered life in order to take part in a high-stakes heist. And an incredible outdoor adventure begins!

Lowther Cinema: Belfast (12A)
Wed 23 Oct, 2024 1:30pm
Cinema
From lauded director Kenneth Branagh, and starring an acclaimed ensemble cast, Belfast is a personal and joyful story about the power of memory, set in late 1960s Northern Ireland. At the center of the film is Buddy, a young boy on the cusp of adolescence, whose life is filled with familial love, childhood hijinks, and a blossoming romance. Yet, with his beloved hometown caught up in increasing turmoil, his family faces a momentous choice: hope the conflict will pass or leave everything they know behind for a new life.

Arsenic And Old Lace
Showing from Wed 23 — Sat 26 Oct 2024
Local Production
Mortimer Brewster, a theatre critic for a New York newspaper, is visiting his two maiden aunts who brought him up in the family home in Brooklyn. Mortimer is about to get engaged to the girl next door Elaine. His aunts are eccentric but kind and generous. His brother Teddy is a little crazy – he thinks he is Teddy Roosevelt and digs the Panama Canal in the cellar – but quite harmless. When Mortimer discovers a dead body in the window seat, the last thing that occurs to him is it could be the work of his adorable aged Aunts….but they do like to add a little arsenic to their elderberry wine!

Lowther Family Cinema: If (U)
Thu 24 Oct, 2024 2:00pm
Cinema
After discovering she can see everyone’s imaginary friends, a girl embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten imaginary friends with their kids.

Lowther Family Cinema: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (12A)
Fri 25 Oct, 2024 2:00pm
Cinema
The Spengler family returns to the iconic New York City firehouse where the original Ghostbusters have taken ghost-busting to the next level. When the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must unite to protect their home and save the world from a second ice age.

Pumpkins in the Park 2024
Showing from Sat 26 — Sun 27 Oct 2024
Outdoor Festival
Deep in the woods, something is stirring this autumn… It’s our free to enter Pumpkins in the Park festival! Join us for a weekend of halloween fun perfect for all the family. We’ve got a variety of entertainment. Although this event is free to enter, donations are welcome.

All day parking will be available on Lytham Green for £5.

There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly
Sat 26 Oct, 2024 2:30pm
Children’s Theatre
This magical show has been written especially for grown ups to enjoy with their children, so come and relive the delights of this most charming of tales complete with a feast of sing along songs, colourful animal characters and heart warming family fun. It’s the perfect treat for anyone aged 2 to 102!

Crown Ballet: The Nutcracker
Sun 27 Oct, 2024 2:30pm
Streamed Ballet
The premiere of The Nutcracker transformed classical ballet into a fairy-tale and became one of Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky’s most famous compositions, as well as one of the most popular ballets in the world. It’s the night before Christmas, and young Clara is gifted a seemingly ordinary man-shaped wooden nutcracker by her mysterious godfather. But as the clock strikes midnight an extraordinary transformation occurs: the Nutcracker comes to life and the pair embark on a series of magical adventures.

An Evening Without Kate Bush
Mon 28 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Variety Show
Howl with the Hounds of Love and dance on the moors with Wuthering Heights! She’s not there – but you are. Whether you’ve been a fan for decades or recently joined the shoal via the ‘Stranger Things’ phenomenon, there has never been a better time to release your inner Bush and celebrate at this joyful, unique and mind-blowing show. Following its sold-out, critically acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe première, London seasons, UK and Australian tours this smash-hit, award-winning show is back! Sarah-Louise Young and co-creator Russell Lucas pay glorious homage to the music, fans, and mythology of one of the most influential voices in British music.

Joe Mcelderry – Classic Collection Live In Concert 2024
Tue 29 Oct, 2024 7:30pm
Music
Joe McElderry brings a unique classic show, taking the audience through the beautiful classic crossover repertoire of his Popstar to Opera journey, from dipping his toes in the operatic pool to winning the show. ‘The Classic Collection’ show will also include many timeless songs from the world of music and musical theatre, allowing you to sit back, relax and enjoy a classic evening of entertainment! Limited Pre-Show Meet & Greet available at £75. Meet & Greet starts at 6pm.

Lowther Cinema: Before Dawn (15)
Wed 30 Oct, 2024 1:30pm
Cinema
After leaving his family’s sheep farm in the Australian outback, a young man joins his countrymen on the western front of World War I with hopes of helping expedite an end to the bloody conflict. But as war rages on, he is forced to grapple with the brutal realities of trench warfare, including a near-constant battle to keep himself alive—without leaving another man behind.

The one and only Tim Peake will be in Kirkham to launch his new children’s book The Cossmic Diary of a Future Space Explorer. Ticketed only event so be quick!

Tickets are only £15. One ticket includes entry for a family of four (at least one to be a child), a signed copy of the book and the chance to have a photograph with Tim!

Please don’t buy extra tickets in order to have more than one book – we will have additional copies that can be purchased on the day.

Tickets will be posted to the address on your order form.

You will be required to show your ticket on the day of the event to gain entry and to receive your copy of Tim’s book.

Tim will only be signing “The Cosmic Diary of a Future Space Explorer” please don’t bring any other books from home.

We anticipate this will be a very high turnout, so please come prepared to queue!

Ticket price includes the book, handling and postage.

TICKETS – Basket – (bookbeanandicecream.co.uk)

Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster!
Solo again, Britain’s most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay’s ‘Phoenix Nights’ returns with his brand new hilarious one-man stand up show.

As well as venturing into the audience to offer his unique spirit readings, Clinton Baptiste comes armed with more tales from his extraordinary childhood; exposing himself in ways you could never imagine -the family that shaped him, the narrow minded who doubted him and the lovers that left him. He regales us with stories of his recent work on a cruise ship, his spirit readings round the UK and not to mention the day-to-day life with his Greenlandic spirit guide, Taruak.
Brace yourselves – Clinton will prove his mystical ability once and for all. This time, he guarantees you WILL believe!*

*No actual money back if you don’t. It’s not really a legal ‘guarantee’ as such. Look, it’s just an expression, okay?

Laugh, gasp, scream your head off…but whatever you do….strap in and hold tight as Clinton takes you on a rip-roaring ride through the twists and turns of his heady life.

The premier hands- on clairvoyant, medium and a psychic, Clinton is renowned as Britain’s foremost ‘can-do’ guru.

The self styled ‘Can-guru’*

(*not kangaroo.)

@realclintonb

Discover the great and the good of Fylde’s countryside and parishes on one of our tranquil guided walks. Whether you live down the road or coming from afar, you’ll be amazed at Fylde’s natural beauty and diversity. These really are hidden gems.

This walk entails a peaceful stroll around the west of Fylde. Setting off from the small village of Weeton, this walk takes in the sights and sounds of agricultural land before heading to the hamlet of Greenhalgh. We then head back towards Weeton behind the Whitmore Fisheries.  For abled walkers as this walk contains gentle slopes and stiles. Please note that some roadside walking will be involved. Please bring your own refreshments or a spot of lunch. Please wear appropriate footwear. £1 per person – cash only on the day.

Meet at The Eagle pub car park, Singleton Road, Weeton, Preston, PR4 3NB. BOOKING ESSENTIAL! To book on this event, or for more information, call 01253 658469 or email rangers@fylde.gov.uk.

Duration: Please allow at least 2 hours

Don’t miss a trick – every ghoulish golfer gets a treat on us!!
Attention!! Petrified putters hop off your broomsticks and hobble down to Fairhaven Adventure Golf  October 19th – 31st  for a frightfully fun time . Usual opening times 10am – 4pm (weather dependent). No Booking required.
With the wave of a wand you could be joining us for a round of on our creepy course.
Each playing adult receives a free Halloween Hot Drink and for our each younger golfing ghouls a bag of spooky sweets .
Adults £7
Chill-dren under 16 £5
Family Ticket 2 adults 2Chill-dren £20

Please note the venue is closed for exhibitions on Mondays and the programme may be subject to change.

Come and support local producers with something tasty to offer…

The Winter Art Fair at Lytham Hall is a shopping experience that celebrates the best in local handmade.

With a wonderful atmosphere, talented makers, unique products and a stunning location, the Winter Art Fair is an enjoyable way to start your Christmas shopping. Back at Lytham Hall this festive season, Hopeful and Glorious have handpicked a selection of over 40 local artists, makers, designers and upcyclers.

Enjoy a vibrant mix of goods for sale, with a wide range of ceramics, glass, textiles, paintings, prints, jewellery, upcycling and much more. Taking place across Lytham Hall’s West Wing, Courtyard and gazebos, the Fair offers visitors an excellent opportunity to explore the Hall, browse the stalls, meet the makers and find must-have gifts perfect for the festive season. The fair is mainly situated on the ground floor or lift accessible first floor. The event is dog friendly.

Admission is free and the market is open from 11am-4pm both days.

Pay and display parking available at the hall.

There will be entertainment along the full length of Clifton Street with entertainment zones. This year will see a fifth zone, a choir zone in the memorial gardens. There will be a lantern parade escorting Father Christmas from St Peter’s Church to the main stage at 5pm. The Switch On will be 5.30pm followed by entertainment on the main stage ’til 8pm. More details soon…

Join Pudsey Bear and his band of merry ramblers as they walk from the iconic Lytham Windmill to Granny’s Bay at Fairhaven and back to raise much needed money for Children In Need. There’s refreshments along the route, plus toilets on the flat, fully accessible promenade overlooking the Ribble Estuary.

Meet at Lytham Windmill for a 1pm start.

Please note timings shown are provisional and await confirmation. Event details to be published when available.

MIRROR, MIRROR, ON THE WALL WHO’S THE FAIREST OF THEM ALL?

When the wicked queen’s magic mirror declares that Snow White is the fairest in the land the evil queen is overcome with jealousy and plans to do away with the beautiful princess.

Come and see the beautiful Snow White and her seven little friends from the enchanted forest as they attempt to defeat the evil queen’s plans.

Will Snow White meet her handsome Prince and live happily ever after?

There’s only one way to find out… Don’t miss this spectacular pantomime from Paul Holman Associates, featuring breathtaking scenery, dazzling costumes, spectacular singing and plenty of traditional pantomime shenanigans.

It will be an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike.

So make sure you book your tickets for the fairest pantomime in all the land!

Bill Kenwright Ltd is delighted to announce the triumphant return to the stage of the worldwide sensation Ghost the Musical, touring from August 2024, arriving at the Opera House Blackpool from Tuesday 03 – Saturday 07 December 2024 as part of a major national tour across the UK.

Written by multi Brit Award winner Dave Stewart and Grammy award winning Glen Ballard, with a script by Bruce Joel Rubin based on his OSCAR winning screenplay, Ghost the Musical brings all the romance and magic of the classic story to life on stage.

“Walking back to their apartment late one night,

a tragic encounter sees Sam murdered and his girlfriend Molly alone, in despair and utterly lost. With the help of a phony storefront psychic, Sam, trapped between this world and the next, tries to communicate with Molly in the hope of saving her from grave danger…”

Ghost has cemented its place as one of the most significant successes in cinematic history. Starring the late Patrick Swayze alongside Demi Moore, and Whoopi Goldberg (who won the Oscar for Supporting Actress), the film dominated the box office in 1990 and earned an Oscar for screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin, who has skillfully adapted his screenplay into a musical. Premiering in Manchester in 2011, Ghost the Musical has played sell out seasons in the West End and on Broadway as well as numerous international tours.

A smash hit across the globe, Ghost the Musical features The Righteous Brothers’ Unchained Melody alongside many more terrific songs co-written by Eurythmics’ Dave Stewart.

Ghost the Musical has been adapted by Oscar winning screenwriter Brue Joel Rubin and is directed by Bob Tomson with choreography by Alistair David. Design is by Mark Bailey with lighting design by Nick Richings, sound design by Dan Samson and illusions by Richard Pinner.

Come and support local producers with something tasty to offer…

See Lytham Hall dressed for special festive evenings during December. Please book your slot through the Lytham Hall website.

Blackpool’s No.1 Pantomime… For 2024-5 Blackpool Grand Theatre will stage one of the most enchanting rags-to-riches fairy tales of them all, Cinderella.  You shall go to the Ball …!

Starring Britain’s Got Talent finalist, Comic and Panto favourite Steve Royle as Buttons; Jamie Morris and Tarot Joseph return once more as the incredibly gorgeous Ugly Sisters, Melody and Harmony Hard-Up; PLUS an all-star cast, soon to be announced. And of course, the Sensational Shetland Ponies…

Cinderella, featuring stunning sets, side-splitting comedy, sumptuous costumes and the unmissable and magical rags-to-riches transformation.

Cinderella would love to go to the ball but, Melody and Harmony, the ugly sisters, have other ideas, they wickedly tear up Cinderella’s invitation! But all may not be lost! Can Cinderella’s ‘best friend in the whole wide world’, Buttons, and her magical Fairy Godmother, Cinderella get her to the ball… if so she must be home by midnight, or her true identity will be revealed to all!

Please see specific show times via the link below to the Grand Theatre website.

An additional farmers market for Christmas to get your festive food and drink.

MIRROR, MIRROR, ON THE WALL WHO’S THE FAIREST OF THEM ALL?

When the wicked queen’s magic mirror declares that Snow White is the fairest in the land the evil queen is overcome with jealousy and plans to do away with the beautiful princess.

Come and see the beautiful Snow White and her seven little friends from the enchanted forest as they attempt to defeat the evil queen’s plans.

Will Snow White meet her handsome Prince and live happily ever after?

There’s only one way to find out… Don’t miss this spectacular pantomime from Paul Holman Associates, featuring breathtaking scenery, dazzling costumes, spectacular singing and plenty of traditional pantomime shenanigans.

It will be an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike.

So make sure you book your tickets for the fairest pantomime in all the land!

Blackpool’s No.1 Pantomime… For 2024-5 Blackpool Grand Theatre will stage one of the most enchanting rags-to-riches fairy tales of them all, Cinderella.  You shall go to the Ball …!

Starring Britain’s Got Talent finalist, Comic and Panto favourite Steve Royle as Buttons; Jamie Morris and Tarot Joseph return once more as the incredibly gorgeous Ugly Sisters, Melody and Harmony Hard-Up; PLUS an all-star cast, soon to be announced. And of course, the Sensational Shetland Ponies…

Cinderella, featuring stunning sets, side-splitting comedy, sumptuous costumes and the unmissable and magical rags-to-riches transformation.

Cinderella would love to go to the ball but, Melody and Harmony, the ugly sisters, have other ideas, they wickedly tear up Cinderella’s invitation! But all may not be lost! Can Cinderella’s ‘best friend in the whole wide world’, Buttons, and her magical Fairy Godmother, Cinderella get her to the ball… if so she must be home by midnight, or her true identity will be revealed to all!

Please see specific show times via the link below to the Grand Theatre website.

A glitz and glamour Valentine’s Ball at The Villa Hotel Wrea Green supporting Trinity Hospice.

The Fylde Ice Festival is back! After its visit to Lytham in Lytham in 2023 and Kirkham in 2024, this daylong event will return to Fylde once again and this time take place in the centre of St Annes in 2025. Come and have a go on the ice carving wall, see a number of pre carved ice sculptures with themes linked to St Annes, plus watch a live carving demonstration take place in front of your very eyes with Ice experts GLACIAL ART ICE SCULPTORS

This event is funded from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF)

Pictures shown below form the Fylde Ice Festival in Lytham in February 2023 and Kirkham 2024.

Join us at Fairhaven Lake in celebration / commemoration of the 80 years of peace that so many members of our local communities fought for so many years ago. It is a celebration of the 80th Anniversary of VE Day which marked the end of the war in Europe and WWII as a whole on 8th May 1945.

The beacon will be lit at 9:30pm and a schedule of entertainment will take place before the lighting. Specific timings and details to be announced…

Singleton’s annual community gala day with parade, crowing of the Rose Queen, village games, entertainment and bar. Plenty for all the family. The main event takes place in the field behind Singleton Village Hall.

Images below taken from the Singleton Gala Facebook page:

Founded 1894 Lytham Club Day and Rose Queen Festival is the premier gala and carnival on the Fylde Coast. There’s a parade, fair at Lytham Hall, music performances, shop window displays and so much more!

(Images below taken from the Lytham Club Day Facebook page)

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Alanis Morissette, Justin Timberlake and Simple Minds and Texas will all headline TK Maxx presents Lytham Festival 2025.

The multi-award-winning global pop and rock icons are the first headliners to be announced as the North West’s largest live music festival prepares to return for five memorable nights.

Details of the two remaining headliners and special guests will be revealed soon.

TK Maxx presents Lytham Festival 2025 takes place from Wednesday July 2 to Sunday July 6.

Headlining Friday July 4 will be Canadian/American singer, songwriter and musician Alanis Morissette, Saturday July 5 will see Lytham welcome global superstar Justin Timberlake and Sunday July 6 will be a double headlining bill for rock icons Simple Minds and Texas.

Simple Minds

Seven-time GRAMMY Award winning singer, songwriter and musician Alanis Morissette will headline Lytham Festival on Friday July 4.

For 30 years Alanis Morissette has been one of the most influential women in contemporary music with her deeply expressive music and performances earning vast critical praise. Morissette’s 1995 debut album Jagged Little Pill was followed by nine more eclectic and acclaimed albums and her music and most notable hits Ironic, You Oughta Know, Hand in My Pocket and Thank U remain as current today.

In 2019, Jagged Little Pill the musical made its Broadway debut and was nominated for 15 Tony Awards, winning two at the 2021 ceremony, and away from music Alanis has also acted on the big and small screen.

In 2021, Alanis’ sold-out world tour celebrating 25 years of Jagged Little Pill was the number one female-fronted tour of the year selling more than 500,000 tickets, and most recently she’s been touring the US with The Triple Moon Tour.

Saturday July 5 will see multi-talented entertainer, recording artist, record producer, songwriter and actor Justin Timberlake bring his The Forget Tomorrow World Tour to Lytham Green.

Throughout his career he’s sold more than 54 million albums and 63 million singles globally, with a further 70 million records as the lead vocalist of *NSYNC. Justin has won 10 GRAMMY Awards across the pop, dance and R&B genres, four EMMY Awards and was nominated for an Oscar in 2017 for hit record Can’t Stop the Feeling. Earlier this year, Timberlake released his sixth studio album Everything I Thought It Was, featuring 18 brand new tracks including hit singles Selfish and No Angels.

His monumental world tour has marked Justin’s return to the global stage after five years and his Lytham date will be one of only four UK outdoor shows in 2025.

The closing night of Lytham Festival on Sunday July 6 will see a double headlining set from global rock icons and Scottish legends Simple Minds and Texas.

One of the most successful bands to ever come from the UK, Simple Minds have sold more than 60 million records worldwide and enjoyed number one singles on both sides of the Atlantic.

Demand to see them perform such iconic hits as Promised You a Miracle, Glittering Prize, Someone Somewhere in Summertime, Waterfront, Alive and Kicking, Sanctify Yourself and Don’t You Forget About Me has grown year on year, with the band consistently acclaimed as one of the best live acts of their generation.

The band’s 2015 album Big Music was described by MOJO magazine as “their best album in 30 years”, and 2018’s Walk Between Worlds saw Simple Minds play their largest US tour to date while 2022’s Direction Of The Heart gave the band another Top Five album in the UK.

Over the past 10 years Simple Minds – Jim Kerr (vocals), Charlie Burchill (guitars, keyboards), Gordy Goudie (acoustic guitar), Ged Grimes (bass), Cherisse Osei (drums), Sarah Brown (vocals) and new addition to the band Erik Ljunggren (keys) – has rekindled the magic that made them a vital artistic force in their early days.

In a double headlining bill, joining Simple Minds on the final night of the 2025 festival will be fellow Glaswegians and chart-topping rock band Texas.

It is now 35 years since Texas stormed onto the music scene with debut hit I Don’t Want A Lover, and in a brilliant four-decade career the Ivor Novello winning band have sold more than 40 million records worldwide.

They have released 10 studio albums, five compilation albums and 45 singles. Most recent album – the 2023 release The Very Best Of 1989 – 2023 – proved a huge hit making the top 10 in the UK Albums Chart and included two new tracks Keep On Talking and After All sitting alongside the band’s incredible catalogue.

Known for their compelling live sound Texas, led by vocalist Sharleen Spiteri and co-founders Johnny McElhone and Ally McErlaine, remain one of the most successful Scottish bands, and their music continues to resonate with fans worldwide with newer songs sitting brilliantly alongside the band’s massive hits that include I Don’t Want A Lover, Say What You Want, Halo, Summer Sun, Getaway and Black Eyed Boy.

Join us for the fourteenth annual Lytham 1940s Weekend taking place on Lytham Green and in the town. There will be music, dance, military vehicles, static aircraft and so much more. Details will be posted HERE when confirmed

Join the Kalamazoo Dance Band for a great evening of music in the forties marquee on Lytham Green on the Saturday night at the 2025 Lytham 1940s Weekend. This will be the Kalamazoo Dance Band’s fifth visit to the popular Lytham 1940s Weekend and as one of the UK’s most popular swing bands on the circuit offering the very best of the forties era, you’re in for a great night. The band will perform three sets during the evening.

Please note we won’t be issuing physical tickets but we will email you prior to the event to confirm and we will welcome you on the door on the night. You will get a ticket confirmation as part of the booking process. Please also note that as this event takes place in a marquee on Lytham Green, we will have portable toilets adjacent, plus a licensed bar, but do wrap up warm!

Here are some photos of The Kalamazoo Dance Band in full swing – we are really looking forward to another fantastic 40’s dance event with them. The link to the Kalamazoo Dance Band website is HERE

We look forward to welcoming you!