Blackpool Pleasure Beach

13 Feb - 28 Mar 2010; Weekends only (various dates)

Established in 1869, Blackpool Pleasure Beach has become one of Britain's top tourist attractions. More than seven million visitors every year flock to its restaurants, cafes, bars, themed shops and, most importantly, its huge range of rides and attractions.

Blackpool Illuminations

Sep - Nov 2010 (annual)

England's favourite light show takes place every year along Blackpool's six-mile promenade. From humble beginnings featuring just eight arc lamps, the show now stages and presents colour, light and movement, even breathtaking displays using real fire and water.

British National Dance Championships

Nov 2010 (annual)

The annual British National Dance Championships takes place at Blackpool's Winter Gardens. Expect sparks to fly as the expert Latin and ballroom dancers, resplendent in ruffles and slick-backed hair, battle it out.

Stanley Park

Daily

Leafy Stanley Park, away from the buzz of Blackpool's seafront, is an award-winning horticultural and wildlife centre with Italian Gardens and a boating lake. Kids can let off steam in the playground or play a game of pitch and putt.

Sandcastle Waterworld

Daily

Enjoy the permanent heatwave at the Sandcastle Waterworld on Blackpool's Promenade. Whiz down the Thunder Falls water chutes and experience the giant Typhoon Lagoon at 29°C - a tropical climate all year round. It's even got palm trees!

Louis Tussaud's Waxworks

Daily

Not to be mistaken as part of the Madame Tussauds group, Blackpool's own homage to human likeness in wax, Louis Tussaud's Waxworks, boasts 150 figures from politics, sport and royalty. Don't miss the ever-popular thriller, the Chamber of Horrors.

Winter Gardens

Daily

With its stunning crystal domes, Blackpool's Winter Garden is a Victorian masterpiece. It is home to Europe's second largest theatre, an Opera House and the breath-taking Empress Ballroom.

Blackpool Tower

Daily

Inspired by the Eiffel Tower, Blackpool's well-loved landmark towers over the pleasure beach. The tower incorporates family attractions including the famous Ballroom, a circus and an aquarium. Lifts whiz passengers to the Tower Top every five minutes for stunning panoramic views.

Blackpool Zoo Park

Daily

When you get tired of the wildlife at the Pleasure Beach, Blackpool's award-winning zoo offers a whole range of alternatives including lions, tigers, elephants, gorillas, reptiles, exotic birds and even creepy crawlies.

Dr Who Exhibition and Museum

Daily

Dr Who fans will find themselves at home in this museum dedicated to the TV Time Lord. The exhibition features original props and costumes from the hit sci-fi series covering an incredible 40 years, which saw the Doctor save the world from destruction countless times.

Blackpool Tower

Daily

Inspired by the Eiffel Tower, Blackpool's well-loved landmark towers over the pleasure beach. The tower incorporates family attractions including the famous Ballroom, a circus and an aquarium. Lifts whiz passengers to the Tower Top every five minutes for stunning panoramic views.

Stanley Park

Daily

Leafy Stanley Park, away from the buzz of Blackpool's seafront, is an award-winning horticultural and wildlife centre with Italian Gardens and a boating lake. Kids can let off steam in the playground or play a game of pitch and putt.

Grand Theatre

Daily

Opened in 1894 by Thomas Sergenson, Frank Matcham's Grand Theatre was the first Blackpool theatre to present big musical hits of the First World War. Now refurbished, it continues to showcase a varied programme of plays, dance, musicals and concerts.

Blackpool Zoo Park

Daily

When you get tired of the wildlife at the Pleasure Beach, Blackpool's award-winning zoo offers a whole range of alternatives including lions, tigers, elephants, gorillas, reptiles, exotic birds and even creepy crawlies.

Sandcastle Waterworld

Daily

Enjoy the permanent heatwave at the Sandcastle Waterworld on Blackpool's Promenade. Whiz down the Thunder Falls water chutes and experience the giant Typhoon Lagoon at 29°C - a tropical climate all year round. It's even got palm trees!

Winter Gardens

Daily

With its stunning crystal domes, Blackpool's Winter Garden is a Victorian masterpiece. It is home to Europe's second largest theatre, an Opera House and the breath-taking Empress Ballroom.

Louis Tussaud's Waxworks

Daily

Not to be mistaken as part of the Madame Tussauds group, Blackpool's own homage to human likeness in wax, Louis Tussaud's Waxworks, boasts 150 figures from politics, sport and royalty. Don't miss the ever-popular thriller, the Chamber of Horrors.

Dr Who Exhibition and Museum

Daily

Dr Who fans will find themselves at home in this museum dedicated to the TV Time Lord. The exhibition features original props and costumes from the hit sci-fi series covering an incredible 40 years, which saw the Doctor save the world from destruction countless times.

No monthly events available.

Veterans Week

Jun 2010 (annual)

Blackpool puts on a series of events to celebrate and honour war veterans this summer. The week-long programme which pays homage to Britain's armed forces - past, present and future - coincides with the National Armed Forces Day on 27 June.

The Nocturne Series

Aug 2010 (annual)

An action-packed evening of bike-racing awaits you at Blackpool this August. The Nocturne Series takes place on a 1km circuit around Blackpool Tower and North Promenade, and the entertainment area includes Rollapaluza Roller Racing and the Red Bull DJ vehicle.

Showzam

12 - 21 Feb 2010 (annual)

The ten-day Showzam festival brings circus and magic tricks to the streets of Blackpool. Catch new acts and high-profile performers doing their thing throughout the city's famous landmarks. Wannabe performers can participate in fun theatrical workshops.

Rebellion Festival

Aug 2010 (annual)

Who said punk was dead? The Rebellion Festival proves it's alive and kicking in Blackpool this summer, with another punk extravaganza at the Winter Gardens. Around 200 bands perform on four stages in front of an 'up for it' crowd.

Pigeon Racing: British Homing Show of the Year

Jan 2011 (annual)

Each January, pigeon fanciers from across the country flock to Blackpool's Winter Gardens for the pigeon Show of the Year, hosted by the Royal Pigeon Racing Association. A gala evening follows the Saturday show and promises live entertainment.

Out2dance

May 2010 (annual)

Blackpool puts its dancing shoes on for its free outdoor dance festival, Out2dance. The event invites movers and shakers across the city to show off their best dance moves. Go along to see your favourite Strictly Come Dancing stars.

British National Dance Championships

Nov 2010 (annual)

The annual British National Dance Championships takes place at Blackpool's Winter Gardens. Expect sparks to fly as the expert Latin and ballroom dancers, resplendent in ruffles and slick-backed hair, battle it out.

Blackpool Marathon & Half-Marathon

11 Apr 2010 (annual)

Break a sweat at the Blackpool Marathon and Half-Marathon, or just cheer sweat-free from the sidelines. The marathon route heads south down the Golden Mile before doubling back via St Anne's for a seafront finish.

Blackpool Illuminations

Sep - Nov 2010 (annual)

England's favourite light show takes place every year along Blackpool's six-mile promenade. From humble beginnings featuring just eight arc lamps, the show now stages and presents colour, light and movement, even breathtaking displays using real fire and water.

Blackpool Dance Festival

May 2010 (annual)

Watch talented dancers move gracefully across the Empress Ballroom at the Winter Gardens in their glitzy gear for Blackpool's long-standing Dance Festival. The international nine-day event covers Ballroom and Latin American dancing and is open to both professionals and amateurs.

No biennial events available.