Things to do in Blackburn

James B Partridge: Primary School Bangers

Viral sensation and Britain's favourite teacher James B Partridge is bringing his hit live show Primary School Bangers to Scunthorpe as part of his biggest ever…

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Eagles By Candlelight

Featuring a cast of West End Singers and incredible live band, Take It Easy and join us at the Hotel California for an unforgettable evening of Eagles hits as y…

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn

Michael Starring Ben

Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's u…

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Whitney: Queen of the Night

Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2027 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK.Established as t…

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Scam Fender vs The Kopycat Killers vs Subarctic Monkeys

Tribute triple-bill tour featuring The Kopycat Killers, Scam Fender, and the Subarctic Monkeys.

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Francis Rossi

One of Britain's most loved and influential musicians takes to the road again with a brand new show entitled The Francis Rossi Songbook: Quo – Past, Present, Fu…

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Rachel Parris: The Rachel Parris Songbook

In 2026, Parris announced The Rachel Parris Songbook – gathering together some of her best-loved musical material from the past decade and a half, alongside fre…

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Shed Seven

Indie superstars Shed Seven can boast four Top 20 albums and fifteen Top 40 singles.

King George's Hall, Blackburn

Scott Bennett: Stuff

As a society we love stuff, it’s a statement about who we are and who we want to be.

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Tom Meighan

Toms high octane Raw25 show is accompanied by guitarist Chris Haddon touching on a back catalogue of some of the UKs biggest tracks produced over the last 20 ye…

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The K's

The K’s: Jamie Boyle (vocals/guitar); Ryan Breslin (guitar); Dexter Baker (bass); Jordan Holden (drums).

King George's Hall, Blackburn

Tim Peake: Astronauts

With fewer than 650 people having reached Earth's orbit, nobody is more qualified than Tim Peake to celebrate the historic achievements and human endeavours of…

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The Macc Lads

Human Punk proudly presents the long awaited return of The Macc Lads!The Macc Lads are an English punk rock band from Macclesfield, Cheshire, England.

King George's Hall, Blackburn

Céline Dion By Candlelight

Calling all Céline Dion devotees... we’ve finally answered your Prayer! Céline Dion By Candlelight is here, jam packed with your favourite hits and guaranteed t…

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The James Bond Concert Spectacular

Q The Music presents The James Bond Concert Spectacular, widely considered to be the finest performance of Bond music since the originals.Featuring all the hit…

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Psychic Night with Grant Harris Medium

Join the incredible Grant Harris, one of the UK's most accurate & naturally gifted psychic mediums, for an exciting evening of mediumship.Grant, now in his 14th…

Ewood Park, Blackburn

The Best of Buble: Home for Christmas

The Best of Bublé returns for its 2026 UK tour, formerly known as Bublé by Candlelight, featuring Josh Hindle and his sensational live band.Following huge audie…

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn

G4 Christmas

Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their ‘G4 Christmas’ tour…

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn

Voices Of Valjean

Starring John Owen-Jones, record breaking West End and Broadway star, Voices Of Valjean is an unforgettable evening of powerhouse vocals anc iconic musical thea…

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Gary Delaney: Gary on Laughing

Gary Delaney’s last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates.People laughed a lot and kept coming back.

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Simon Brodkin: Unleashed

Acclaimed comedian and professional hoaxerHe’s the comedian who showered FIFA president Sepp Blatter with cash, handed Prime Minister Theresa May her P45, and c…

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Boyzlife

Irish pop duo featuring ex-members of Westlife and Boyzone. Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy perform pop hits by their former bands.There are few acts that accomp…

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LEGO Club

If you are a creative person with a passion for Lego, this is the chance for you to make your ideas come to life.All children must be accompanied by an adult.

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Fleetwood Bac

Fleetwood Bac were the world's first Fleetwood Mac tribute show. The classic Mac sound, the look, the mystical atmosphere and that infamous on-stage chemistry a…

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A Beautiful Noise Show: The Definitive Tribute to Neil Diamond

From London’s West End, this internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond.

Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn

Live/Wire: The AC/DC Show

Live/Wire bring the thunder of AC/DC to life with unmatched energy, passion, and power.

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Elvana

From the bowels of Disgraceland, Rock & Roll icons of the afterlife are raised from the dead!

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The Killers Tribute Band - The Kopycat Killers

Typical running orders are sets of 20-60 minutes depending on billing, and depending on door time and curfew - in this order 1st Kaiser Cheats, 2nd Scam Fender,…

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Oasis96 - Oasis Tribute

Tribute to the infamous Oasis.

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What's Love Got To Do With It?

Ultimate tribute concert to Tina Turner, presented by the award-winning producers behind Whitney - Queen Of The Night.

King George's Hall, Blackburn

Spoken Word Night @ The Bureau

The Bureau Presents it's very own, Spoken Word night.Whether you're a seasoned poet or just wicked with words this event is for everyone at all levels.

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Blackburn People's Choir

Join Blackburn People’s Choir for a wonderful community celebration at the newly refurbished King George’s Hall on Monday 14th September at 7.00 pm.

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Joseph Gaszka Organ Concert

Our lunchtime concert series continues as we welcome Joseph Gaszka to Blackburn Cathedral. This event starts at 12.15pm and all are welcome to join us.

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Rishton Library Writing Group

Join our group of local writers to develop your skills and spark your creativity. Learn about writing and discuss with other writers.All kinds of writing, and a…

Rishton Library, Blackburn

Heritage Open Days - Cathedral Tour

Step inside one of Lancashire’s most iconic buildings and enjoy a fascinating tour of Blackburn Cathedral as part in Heritage Open Days 2026.

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn

Luther Live

Step into a world of soul, romance, and unforgettable grooves with Luther Live & Velvet Voices - the ultimate live theatre experience celebrating the golden era…

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The Music of Queen by Candlelight

Following sold-out performances at New York’s iconic Carnegie Hall and the legendary London Palladium, experience an unforgettable evening of Queen’s greatest a…

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn

Heritage Open Days - Bell Ringing Drop in Session

Step inside one of Lancashire’s most iconic buildings and learn more about the famous bells at Blackburn Cathedral as part in Heritage Open Days 2026.

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn

The Music of Eagles by Candlelight

Featuring a spellbinding cast of West End singers and incredible live band, Take It Easy and join us at the Hotel California for an unforgettable evening of Eag…

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn

Jason Donovan

Jason Donovan came into our lives in the late 80s as Scott Robinson in the hit Australian series, 'Neighbours'.

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Doin' Fine

Doin' Fine is an up and coming band delivering an engaging blend of indie rock, alternative pop, and melodic songwriting.

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The Proclaimers

The Proclaimers have carved a niche for themselves where pop, folk, new wave and punk collide as the emotional honesty, political fire, wit and sing-along rauco…

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Gabrielle

Through the first chapter of her career from her emergence in 1993 through to 2007, Gabrielle was a constant presence in the UK charts.

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The Wizard of Oz

Signed Performance - Sunday 13th December at 12pmRelaxed Performance - Tuesday 29th December at 1pmThis Christmas, follow the Yellow Brick Road to King George’s…

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Sponsored Centenary Bell Peal

In September 1926, our famous bells pealed to mark Blackburn Parish Church becoming a Cathedral.Exactly one hundred years later, we will mark that historic mome…

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David Hardie Organ Concert

Our popular Wednesday lunchtime concerts are a wonderful opportunity to experience music at Blackburn Cathedral.Our lunchtime concert series continues as we wel…

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn

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Nigel Spooner Organ Concert

Our lunchtime concert series continues as we welcome Nigel Spooner to Blackburn Cathedral. This event starts at 12.15pm and all are welcome to join us.

Blackburn Cathedral, Blackburn

Drink and Draw - alternative drawing class

Blackburn's Alternative Drawing Class is back!This fun, relaxed and social drawing session will include a wacky and alternative clothed model(s) or theme to dra…

The Bureau Arts Centre, Blackburn