Friday Night Laugh
Join resident compere, Ryan Gleeson, for Friday Night Laughs, as he introduces three of the best comedians, from the U.K. comedy circuit.
Fridays 21 May to 17 December 2021
Comedy Station
Queens & Kings
The show presents the Qeens and Kings of the Rock and Pop! Freddie Mercury, Prince, Britney Spears, Robbie Williams, Michael Jackson, Elvis Presley, Abba, Taylor Swift, George Michael. All the artists are not on every night. Check the dates if you are looking for a specific tribute.
22 May to 18 December 2021
Central Pier
Saturday Live
Join resident compere, Ryan Gleeson, for Saturday Live, as he introduces some of the best comedians, from the U.K. comedy circuit.
Saturdays 22 May to 18 December 2021
Comedy Station
Funny Girls Christmas Show
The famous Funny Girls group presents their Christmas Show. Funny Girls burlesque cabaret show appeared on the Royal Variety Performance twice!
Thursdays and weekends 18 November 2021 to 2 January 2022
Funny Girls
Christmas Grotto
Visit Santa Claus and his elves at the Pleasure Beach!
21 November to 24 December 2021
Pleasure Beach
Magic goes wrong
Back with their biggest comedy catastrophe to date, multi award-winning Mischief (The Play That Goes Wrong, BBC One's The Goes Wrong Show) return to the stage with their hilarious new show created with magic legends, Penn & Teller.
24 To 27 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The Freddie & Queen Experience.
You’ll ‘Want to break free’ as ‘We Will Rock You’ and breakout into a ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ as the very best hits of UK supergroup Queen are performed live. Ian Adams performing the tribute to Freddie Mercury and Queen.
Thursday 25 November 2022
Viva
Aladdin The Pantomime
Aladdin is one of the most magical pantomimes ever written. It is the story of a streetwise boy who finds a lamp at the market with hidden powers.
Follow Aladdin’s adventures as he gets entangled in the struggle of good and evil and defies the law to rescue the Princess.
25 November to 24 December 2021
Pleasure Beach - The Globe
Guns or Roses
Guns or Roses is a tribute to Guns N' Roses. Performing all the iconic hits that everybody loves, from 'Welcome to the Jungle', 'Sweet Child of Mine'…
26 November 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Salsa at the Tower
The Love of Dance is returning to the world famous Blackpool Tower with another fantastic lineup. Three rooms so that you can choose the flava of your night, Salsa at the main ballroom, and Bachata and Kizomba rooms at Level 5.
Saturday 27 November 2021
The Tower
UB40
UB40, formed in 1978, has had more than 50 singles in the UK Singles Chart. The band released their latest album, 'For The Many', in 2019. Enjoy the concert by the famous band at the Empress Ballroom.
Tuesday 30 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Gatsby Xmas Party show
An evening of glitz and glamour at an ever popular Christmas Party Nights. Enjoy pre-drinks in The Horseshoe before the compère escorts you to the Paradise Room for the excitement of the Christmas Party night.
Includes 3 course meal.
3 to 18 December 2021
Pleasure Beach - Paradise Room
Snow White and the 7 Dwarfs
Grand Panto favourite Steve Royle (Britan’s Got Talent, Comic, Presenter) returns as Muddles, to make his annual appearance. Full star cast to be announced…
3 December 2021 to 2 January 2022
The Grand Theatre
Metal Weekend
A weekend of metal: Metal Militia (Metallica Tribute), Popestars (Ghost tribute), Eleventh Hour (Lamb of god tribute), Northern Trendkill (Pantera tribute).
3 to 5 December 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Calling Planet Earth
A New Romantic Symphony that goes on a journey through one of the greatest musical Era’s of All Time – The Electrifying 80’s.
Friday 3 December 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Roy 'Chubby' Brown
After 50 years in show business Roy Chubby Brown has proven himself time and time again! 2,000 plus live shows worldwide and countless original songs and millions of fans are testimony to the face that he is “Britain’s King of Comedy”.
Saturday 4 December 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
The Magical Music of Harry Potter - Live
The award-winning music from the Harry Potter films and the musical stage play is coming with the Weasley brothers for the first time to the UK! A unique evening of original actors, magic, star soloists, a choir & an orchestra will bring the magical music of Harry Potter to life.
Sunday 5 December 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Back to the Stage
Cats With Red Shoes Academy are very proud to present an evening of dancing and artistic, rhythmic gymnastics spanning across every genre of music. The show’s cast is made up of 170 boys and girls, with an age range of 2 to16.
Sunday 5 December 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
The Rocky Horror Show
Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show returns to the UK in 2021 as part of a sell-out worldwide tour, having been seen by over 30 million theatregoers.
6 to 11 December 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Christmas Market
the Winter Gardens will host a Bavarian-style Christmas market with a wide selection of themed stalls, fairground rides, live entertainment and Santa's grotto.
9 December 2021 to 3 January 2022
Winter Gardens
Snake Oil & Harmony
‘Snake Oil and Harmony’ formed in 2015 when Danny Vaughn and Dan Reed, lead vocalists and main songwriters for ‘Tyketto’ and ‘Dan Reed Network’, respectively, joined forces.
10 December 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Northern Soul & Motown party
6 hours with all your favourite Northern Soul + Motown sounds. With our usual DJ teams plus specially invited guests, including Richard Searling - Kieth Fletcher - Ozz - Ginger Taylor - Rod Allsworth - Jimmy Scriv - Kev Roberts.
11 December 2021
The Tower
Grand Christmas Concert
Poulton-le-Fylde Band returns to Blackpool’s Grand Theatre with the heart-warming Grand Christmas Concert – a fabulous festive treat for all the family.
Monday 13 December 2021
The Grand Theatre
Hairspray The Musical
It’s Baltimore, 1962 where Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, is on a mission to follow her dreams and dance her way onto national TV.
13 December 2021 to 2 January 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Alright's Christmas
A Christmas celebration with local band ALRIGHT with support coming from Liverpool's Columbia & a special guest DJ into the night.
Saturday 18 December 2021
The Tower
Santa's Magical Workshop
A festive fun with Santa’s Elves performing a 45 minute musical magical illusion show in their quest to find Santa. This Santa’s Magical Workshop show takes you on a Christmas journey full of fun, mischief and festive mayhem.
19 to 22 December 2021
Viva
The Winter Ball
Go and dance the night away at ‘The Winter Ball’ in the World-Famous Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens, Blackpool.
19 December 2021
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Christmas Say Family Gala Dinner
A leisurely day for all the family to enjoy, as Viva celebrates Christmas Day with a traditional 6 course Festive Gala Dinner. Leye D Johns will oversee proceedings as well as judging the annual festive quiz in-between the guest vocalist performing some festive favourites on stage.
Saturday 25 December 2021
Viva
Michael Jackson The Legacy!
Starring CJ, one of the world’s greatest Michael Jackson Tribute Artists with his incredible Live Band and Dancers. The look, the voice, the moves and all the hits!
Monday 27 December 2021
Viva
Funny Girls New Year's Eve
The famous Funny Girls group presents their New Year's Eve Show! Funny Girls burlesque cabaret show appeared on the Royal Variety Performance twice!
Friday 31 December 2021
Funny Girls
Viva New Year's Eve Gala
Leye D Johns is your flamboyant and outrageous comedy host, presenting a sensational night of Vegas style entertainment featuring vocalists, stunning Showgirl and male dancers with hilarious comedy and fun throughout. Show only or 3 course 'Show & Dine'.
Friday 31 December 2021
Viva
New Year's Eve Northern Soul & Motown Party
2 rooms of soul! In the Spanish Hall: Classic Northern Soul & Motown. Gillow's Room: Disco & Modern Soul Anthems.
31 December 2021
Winter Gardens - Spanish Hall & Gillow's Room
The Jersey Beats - Oh What a Nite!
A show celebrating the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons! Originally conceived and produced by the Viva Blackpool team, ‘Oh What A Nite!’ is one of Viva's most popular productions appealing to a wide range of audiences and ages.
1 January to 8 November 2022
Viva
Dance Champions of Tomorrow
In 2022, The competition is back at the Winter Gardens.
6 -9 January 2022
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Burn the Floor
KEVIN CLIFTON and the sensational worldwide Ballroom dance company BURN THE FLOOR return with a bang in 2021! This fiery, energetic and revolutionary Ballroom production will, once again, set stages alight.
Friday 7 January 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Funny Girls ICONS Show
The famous Funny Girls group presents their ICONS Show inspired by musical and pop culture. Funny Girls burlesque cabaret show appeared on the Royal Variety Performance twice!
Thursdays and weekends 7 to 23 January 2022
Funny Girls
Romeo and Juliet
Performed by The Russian State Ballet of Siberia accompanied by a live orchestra The Russian State Ballet Orchestra. Shakespeare’s tale of primal passion and timeless tragedy is brought to life by Prokofiev’s soaring score.
Friday 7 January 2022
The Grand Theatre
Paul Smith: Changed
The famous comedian Paul Smith returns with his third national tour show. He once again mixes sharp, hilarious stories from his life with his trademark off the cuff wit.
Saturday 8 January 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The Nutcracker
Russia’s acclaimed ballet company returns to the stage displaying their superb physical ability and dazzling costumes in The Nutcracker.
Sunday 9 January 2022
The Grand Theatre
Elkie Brooks
Now in the 6th decade of her career, Elkie Brooks is still proving to be one of the most powerful and versatile vocal talents of our generation.
Friday 14 January 2022
The Grand Theatre
Lost in Music
Get ready to recreate the Magical 70’s and go on a journey straight to the heart of Disco! Relive some of the greatest songs of all time from Artists such as Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge…
Saturday 15 January 2022
The Grand Theatre
BHW Show 2022
The British Homing World show celebrates the pigeon racing community as part of the largest event of its kind in Europe. The gathering of Pigeon fanciers in the United Kingdom attracts more than 15,000 visitors each year.
15 - 16 January 2022
Winter Gardens
Queen Extravaganza
Queen Extravaganza, the official Queen tribute band produced by Roger Taylor and Brian May. Queen Extravaganza are renowned for touring all over the USA, Canada, Australia, Hong Kong, Brazil and Europe.
Wednesday 19 January 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Future Fanfest
The event is to celebrate our love of the Back to the Future trilogy and will give fans the opportunity to experience: large fan made set builds, props, and replica vehicles, as seen in the films. There will be cosplay, photo opportunities as well as “zoom style” Q&As with some of the cast and crew from the films.
Saturday 29 January 2022
Winter Gardens
You win again
Celebrating the music of the Bee Gees Immerse yourself in the brothers’ music through the sixties, seventies, and eighties – including hits they wrote for artists such as Celine Dion, Diana Ross, and Dolly Parton.
Thursday 20 January 2022
The Grand Theatre
Viva Elvis!
Stellar star line-up featuring Ciaran Houlihan, Gordon Davis, Tommy Holland, Emilio Santoro, Lee Alexander, Paul Molloy, Aaron Walker with compere Mike Nova, Josh & Siobhan, Bill Blundell and after-show host Johnny Elvis.
Friday 21 January 2022
Viva
Johnny Cash Roadshow
Only show to be endorsed by the Cash Family! The Johnny Cash Roadshow is back on top form with a brand new show. With all the hits such as Man in Black, Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, Boy Named Sue…
Sunday 23 January 2022
The Grand Theatre
Swan Lake
Russia’s acclaimed ballet company returns to the stage displaying their superb physical ability and dazzling costumes in Swan Lake.
Saturday 8 January 2022
The Grand Theatre
Funny Girls Spring Show
The famous Funny Girls group presents their Spring Show. A lively and funny way to start the year! Funny Girls burlesque cabaret show appeared on the Royal Variety Performance twice!
Mostly Wednesdays, Thursdays and Weekends 28 January - 22 May 2022
Funny Girls
Gangsta Granny
David Walliams Gangsta Granny Live on Stage. It’s Friday night and Ben knows that means only one thing – staying with Granny!
31 March to 3 April 2022
The Grand Theatre
Bizet Carmen
Senbla presents Bizet Carmen, Opera with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra. An evening of passion and unforgettable arias. ‘The Toreador’s Song’, ‘Habanera’, ‘Flower Song’. Sung in French with English surtitles.
Wednesday 2 February 2022
The Grand Theatre
Puccini's Madama Butterfly
Senbla presents Bizet Carmen, Opera with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra. Korean soprano Elena Dee and the celebrated international soprano Alyona Kistenyova. Sung in Italian with English surtitles.
Thursday 3 February 2022
The Grand Theatre
Vampires Rock - Ghost Train
A tongue-in-cheek and laugh-out-loud storyline combined with an incredible stage set, lighting and sound. Featuring over 30 of the greatest classic rock anthems of all time, including Queen, AC/DC, Bonnie Tyler, Meat Loaf, Bon Jovi, Guns N’ Roses, and many more. Starring Steve Steinman.
Friday 4 February 2022
The Grand Theatre
Blackpool Dance Festival
Events inclue a fabulous celebration dinner, competitions and shows of dance and other entertainment.
4 to 6 February 2022
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Viva's BIG Vegas Night Out!
This is a great Vegas style production – with a variety of music from show numbers, suitable for anyone looking for a good time, great laughs – great for groups, parties and occasions.
5 February to 12 November 2022
Viva
Tim Vine is Plastic Elvis
Tim Vine returns to Blackpool's Grand with Plastic Elvis, a unique tribute to a legend. Sing along with some of the King’s greatest songs on a breathless night of rock’n’roll.
Saturday 5 February 2022
The Grand Theatre
Sonny Fedora
In 2019 he released Sonny Fedora's 4th studio LP ‘RISE’ as well as a remix of Calvin Harris’ ‘Promises’ which gained an incredible 10 million streams! He is well-established as one of the most in-demand DJ.
Saturday 5 February 2022
Winter Gardens - Olympia
Viva...Voulez-vous!
With all the hits you love to sing along to from their chart-topping career, this is ABBA but not as you ‘Knowing me, Knowing you’ know it. A tribute by the talented Viva cast.
9 February to 7 November 2022
Viva
George Michael Live (tribute)
Presenting Steve Mitchell’s brand new theatre show- ‘George Michael Live’. The show is based on George’s 25 Live tour and audiences are treated to musical arrangements and exciting versions of songs such as Fastlove, Faith, Careless Whisper…
Thursday 10 February 2022
Viva
Omid Djalili: Good times tour
Multi award-winning comedian and actor Omid Djalili is now where he belongs, on a stage and bringing back the Good Times. Intelligent, always provocative, entertaining, Omid’s legendary stand-up performances is a captivating comedy masterclass.
Sunday 13 February 2022
The Grand Theatre
Spirit of the Dance
Spirit of the Dance is one of the biggest dance shows in the world. It has smashed box office records in over 20 countries, has won more awards than any other dance production.
Monday 14 February 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Ru Paul's Drag Race UK
Join the queens of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK for an evening of endless eleganza extravaganza. Tayce, Bimini Bon Boulash, Ellie Diamond and Laurence Chaney, along with stars from Drag Race UK.
Tuesday 15 February 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Blackpool Magic Convention
The largest Magic Convention is the World! With more than 4,000 magicians, more than one hundred dealers, many lectures and Gala Shows.
17 to 20 February 2022
Winter Gardens
Tower Circus
The Blackpool Tower Circus returns with a fantastic array of adventurous acts from all around the word. The circus first opened to the public on 14 May 1894 and has not missed a season since.
19 February to 6 November 2022
The Tower
Ed Byrne: If I'm Honest...
Ed Byrne presents his brand-new masterclass in observational comedy. Join Ed as he takes a long hard look at himself and tries to decide if he has ANY traits that are worth passing on to his children.
Friday 18 February 2022
The Grand Theatre
Luther Vandross Celebration
Luther UK - The only live UK tribute dedicated to the music and memory of Luther Vandross: “Never Too Much”, “ Here and Now “, “Give Me the Reason”…
Friday 18 February 2022
Viva
Islands in the stream
Enjoy the songs of the Queen and King of country music – Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers!
Saturday 19 February 2022
The Grand Theatre
Bring It On The Musical
Inspired by the film of the same name, Bring It On The Musical takes you on a high-flying, energy fuelled journey which tackles friendship, jealousy, betrayal, and forgiveness – wrapped up in explosive choreography and tricks.
22 - 26 February 2022
The Grand Theatre
Friends! - The Musical Parody
Friends! The Musical Parody is an hilarious good-hearted romp through our favourite moments from the hit TV show. Ross, Chandler, Monica, Phoebe, Joey and Rachel are singing and dancing their way back into our hearts.
Thursday 24 February 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The Carpenters Experience
The Carpenters Experience take to the stage at Viva Blackpool to pay tribute to Karen and Richard Carpenter.
Saturday 26 February 2022
Viva
Katherine Ryan
Creator and Star of Netflix smash hit The Duchess, comedian and TV’s Katherine Ryan makes a hugely welcome return to the stage with her brand-new live show, Missus.
Sunday 27 February 2022
The Grand Theatre
Menopause the Musical 2
All aboard! We’ll have you laughing, singing and maybe even dancing on-stage, as you join us for Menopause The Musical 2 – Cruising Through Menopause. Starring Crissy Rock (Benidorm), Rebecca Wheatley (Casualty), Nicki French (Eurovision), and Susie Fenwick (West End Star).
Tuesday 1 March 2022
The Grand Theatre
Whittaker's World at Your Feet
The World At Your Feet is a production that celebrates the best of song and dance, including: Riverdance, Tao, Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary and Musical Theatre performed by the elite students.
3 to 6 March 2022
The Grand Theatre
Dick & Angel Dare To Do It
Dick & Angel Strawbridge, the stars of Channel 4 hit ‘Escape to the Chateau’ are on the road again on their ‘Dare to do it’ Tour. The duo explains who they are, where they have come from, how they met and why they dared to do it!
Tuesday 8 March 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Tim Peake - My journey to space
Tim will be your personal guide through life in space. He is a European Space Agency astronaut. In 2015, he became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station to conduct a spacewalk whilst orbiting Earth.
Thursday 10 March 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Jimmy Carr: Terribly Funny
Jimmy’s brand new show contains jokes about all kinds of terrible things. Having political correctness at a comedy show is like having health and safety at a rodeo.
Sunday 13 march 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Jim Davidson Unlocked
Following months of Lockdown, and with the comedy pressure valve set to explode, Jim Davidson OBE, one of Britain’s greatest ever comedians is unlocked and asks you to breakout too, and join him on another hilarious white-knuckle get-away!
18 March 2022
Viva
The Illegal Eagles
Celebrating over 50 years since the formation of the legendary West Coast Country Rock band The Eagles in 1971. This tribute features the very best from the Eagles’ catalogue of classics including ’Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Take It Easy’, ‘New Kid In Town’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’ and many more…
Sunday 20 March 2022
The Grand Theatre
Rock of Ages musical
ROCK OF AGES is an LA love story lavished with over 25 CLASSIC ROCK ANTHEMS. Lose yourself in a city and a time where the DREAMS are as BIG as the HAIR, and yes, they can come true!
21 - 26 March 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Father Brown: The murder in the mirror
Mild-mannered priest Father Brown ( John Lyons) always seems to be in the right place at the right time … if you count always being around when a murder is committed as being in the right place!
22 - 26 March 2022
The Grand Theatre
Walk the Big One
Walk the lift hill of one of the world's tallest rollercoasters! Experience an escorted climb to the 235 feet summit of the big one.
Some Fridays from 25 March to 10 June 2022
Pleasure Beach
The Osmonds - A New Musical
Now, for the first time, you can see this sensational new musical and relive one of the world’s biggest ever boybands. The Osmonds: A new musical tells the official story from Jay Osmond about the five brothers from Utah.
29 March - 2 April 2022
Winter Gardens - Opera House
