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 23 April to 8 October 2021
Pleasure Beach
Walk the Woodie
Walk the Big Dipper, the classic wooden rollercoaster built in 1923! Experience an escorted climb to the summit.
Some Thursdays 13 May to 1 July 2021
Pleasure Beach
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.
Sundays and Tuesdays 18 May 2021 to 9 November 2021
Viva
Funny Girls Summer Show
The famous Funny Girls group presents their Summer Show. Summary and Lively! Funny Girls burlesque cabaret show appeared on the Royal Variety Performance twice!
Wednesdays to Sundays 19 May 2021 to 19 September 2021
Funny Girls
Viva...Vegas Cabaret Variety Show!
This is an amazing Vegas style production – with a variety of music from show numbers, to all kinds of hit music from across the decades, all performed with sequins, feathers and class.
Wednesdays 19 May to 10 November 2021
Viva
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.
Thursdays 20 May to 11 November 2021
Viva
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 25 June 2021
Comedy Station
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.
22 May to 7 November 2021
The Tower
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 26 June 2021
Comedy Station
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.
Saturdays 22 May to 13 November 2021
Viva
Viva...All you need is love!
‘All You Need Is Love’ is nostalgic trip down memory lane as we get inside the real story of Beatle Mania. A tribute by the talented Viva's cast.
Mondays 24 May to 8 November 2021
Viva
Steve Royle's Comedy Chaos
Expect a fun, manic, hilarious, magical and memorable show like no other – the perfect family show! Steve will be joined on stage by magical funny man Russ Brown.
27 May to 3 June 2021
Pleasure Beach - Horseshoe
Late Night Riding
Pleasure Beach will be keeping all the rides open until 10 pm. And, ‘FY4 CLUB DJ’ will be putting on sets next to the Spectacular Dancing Water Fountains from 4 pm right up until 10 pm!
29 May to 30 October 2021
Pleasure Beach
Joey Blower Is Back.
The legendary outrageous and hilarious Joey Blower comes to VIVA Blackpool with a brand new Adult Comedy Show. Featuring some of his classic material plus all new content and production.
Saturdays 5 June to 13 November 2021
Viva
Evolution of Magic - the Unknown
The Evolution of Magic is a fast-paced, thrill riding and thoroughly entertaining show for all the family! Starring Craig Christian Magician and Illusionist. You may recognise Elizabeth who has appeared and performed on ‘Britain’s Got Talent’.
25 June to 30 October 2021
Pleasure Beach - Horseshoe
Everything Changes - Take That Tribute
Take That have taken the world by storm for over 3 decades and there is no better show than this to relive their magic and performances. Songs include ‘Greatest Day’, ‘It Only Takes A Minute’…
25 June, 6 August 2021
Viva
Blackpool Rocks
This summer as BLACKPOOL ROCKS returns for the biggest weekend of the year, and the music sounds better with YOU!
Saturday 26 June 2021
Winter Gardens
Simon Park is Peter Kay
Simon Mark is quickly establishing himself as the UK's most authentic tribute act to the comedy legend, Peter Kay. Delivering the iconic routines of the much loved funny man, Simon will have you in fits of laughter from 'Garlic Bread' to his 'Misheard Song Lyrics'.
Saturday 26 June 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Punx Picnic
Punk evening at the Waterloo!
Saturday 26 June 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Him & Me
Strictly Come Dancing professionals ANTON DU BEKE and GIOVANNI PERNICE join forces in 2021 for their first ever tour together.
1 July 2021
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Queen Will Rock You
Queen Will Rock You are well established tribute to the legend that is Freddie Mercury and Queen. Including performances of the most popular Queen hits, such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Ga Ga, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and many more.
Thursdays 1 July to 2 September 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Faulty Towers
An Unforgivable Dining Experience at the Pleasure Beach. When the audience becomes diners in the ‘Faulty Towers’ restaurant, pretty much anything can happen with gags and shambolic service as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve a ‘70s-style 3-course meal.
2 July, 10 September, 1 Ocotber, 12 November 2021
Pleasure Beach - Paradise Room
Bringing Music Back
Blackpool Symphony Orchestra was formed in 1921 and has been entertaining the people of the Fylde Coast for 100 years. They are delighted to be joined at the start of their centenary+1 season by international violin soloist Alexandra Stemp.
Saturday 3 July 2021
Winter Gardens - Pavillion Theatre
Limehouse Lizzy
Thin Lizzy tribute act Limehouse Lizzy have been touring for more than 25 years. The band consists of Wayne Ellis, Aid Todd, Greg Alcock and Craig Price and they won Guitarist Magazine’s Live Band of the Year in 2001.
Saturday 3 July 2021
Layton Institute FY3 7HG
Ken Webster Comedy Hypnotist
e's ache at Webster’s unique brand of humour. Enjoy up to 3 hours of pure comedy gold. The world’s only interactive hypnotic experience.
3 July to 6 November 2021
Pleasure Beach - Horseshoe
Subhuman Race + Mötley Crüde
Tribute to the American heavy metal bands 'Skid Row', with their famous album 'Subhuman Race', and 'Mötley Crüe'.
Satruday 3 July 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
In the Night Garden Live
Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden.
3 - 4 July 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The George Michael Legacy
'Wham! The George Michael Lagacy' is an unforgetable tribute to George and his 100 million record selling history. The show features hits from the 'Wham' days, and of course George's solo career.
Some Wednesdays or Tuesdays 7 July to 1 September 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Six The Musical
From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power.
7 to 10 July 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Hot Ice
A star-studded cast of international ice skating champions from around the world in an amazing show. The show is choreographed by Oula Jaaskelainen an Olympic athlete, who creates excitement by encouraging the performers to skate at high speeds with intricate footwork and spine-tingling jumps.
08 July to 11 September 2021
Pleasure Beach - Arena
Rupert Fabulous
Rock band.
Saturday 10 July 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Dr Diablo and The Rodent Show
Now, the spookiest, dirtiest duo in the world are back; and have dumped the hearse for a more interstellar mode of transport. It’s a cosmic cataclysm of tunes and terrors.
Friday 16 July 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Paul Zerdin
Paul Zerdin's latest hilarious fun-filled ventriloquist show for all the family! He’s won America’s Got Talent, had his own headline residency in Las Vegas and toured the United States twice.
Fridays & Satrudays 16 July to 28 August 2021
Pleasure Beach - Horseshoe
PDC World Matchplay Darts
Darts in the North West of England by the sea in the summer live from one of the greatest darting venues, Blackpool Winter Gardens.The Match Schedule will be confirmed with defending Champion in action on the Opening night. Players will compete for the for The Phil Taylor Trophy.
17 to 25 July 2021
Winter Gardens - Impress Ballroom
Summer Shindig
Headliners: Hollowstar + Support from Novustory and Square Wild. Hollowstar surged into the top five in the ‘Best New Band’ category at Planet Rock’s 2019 awards.
Saturday 17 July 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Jurassic Earth
A family-friendly experience features life-like Dinosaurs. Jurassic Earth is a must-see 75 minute show for Dinosaur fanatics, combining animatronics, performances, photo opportunities and one-of-a-kind meet and greet encounters.
Mainly Mondays and Tuesdays 19 July to 4 September 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
A New Direction!
The brilliantly talented students of renowned Theatre College – Phil Winstons Theatreworks emerge from lockdown and onto the stage for their showcase performance of 2021.
Friday 23 July 2021
Viva
Aladding and His Magic Ring
Aladdin & His Magic Ring is about a young, audacious man who needs to find his princess. If he doesn’t he could explode… quite literally! With the help of his very special magic ring will he win the love of the princess?
Saturdays 24 July to 14 August 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Circus Party
The Circus Party Laughter Show is a fun, interactive, and completely crazy children's stage show. Hosts Silly Billy and Grandma Betty Barnum invite you to Roll-Up and step into the colourful world of the circus.
Mondays 26 July to 30 August 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
World Dance Masters
World Dance Masters returns to the Winter Gardens Blackpool. Held over 3 full days in one of the most beautiful and respected dance venues in the world.
30 July - 1 August 2021
Winter Gardens
The Jerseys Live!
Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Incredible falsettos, beautiful acapellas - the authenticity of the sublime harmonies of the 60s and 70s.
Sundays 1 August to 26 September 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Dirty Dancing
The Classic Story on stage is back, exploding with heart pounding music and sensationally sexy dancing. Featuring the hit songs, including Hungry Eyes, Hey! Baby, Do You Love Me?, and (I’ve Had) The Time of My Life.
3 to 28 August 2020
Winter Gardens
Wizard of Oz
Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion on a magical adventure to find the Emerald City. This fun-packed pantomime twist on the original story is guaranteed to have you cheering Glinda the Good Fairy, booing the evil Wicked Witch of the West.
Wednesdays 4 to 25 August 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Gatsby Summer Dinner Show
The Gatsby Summer Dinner Show will be fabulous and glamorous, featuring an amazing cast of dancers, beautiful singers and a variety act with beautifully stylish costumes.
Includes 3 course meal.
5 to 28 August 2021
Pleasure Beach - Paradise Room
The Circles
The Circles are a UK mod revival band from the West Midlands. Formed in May, 1979 by Mick Walker (lead vocals/rhythm guitar), Tony Howells (lead guitar/vocals), Glenn Tranter (bass guitar/vocals) and Keith Allen, former drummer with the new wave outfit the Neon Hearts.
Friday 6 August 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Blackpool Air Show
A two days event where incredible aerobatics and fly-bys over Blackpool will be performed. Previous years there were RAF Chinook Display Team, AeroSuperBatics Wingwalkers,Blades Aerobatic Team, Typhoon, Red Arrows…
7 -8 August 2021
Blackpool Promenade
Blackpool Junior Dance Festival
The Blackpool Junior Dance Festival has been running since 1947 with young dancers from all over the World visiting Blackpool to compete. In 2018, there were over 33 countries represented at the Festival with over 400 couples, and 102 Latin/Ballroom Formation Teams entered in the various events.
12 August to 16 August 2021
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Tony Wright
In March 2014, Wright announced a solo acoustic project. In September 2014 he released his debut solo album Thoughts 'N' All. in August 2016, he released Walnut Dash.
Friday 13 August 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Bingo Revolution with the 5ive!
A fun packed evening of laughing, dancing, singing, dabbing, life changing prizes plus very guests 5ive. They will be performing all their greatest hits including such songs as "Keep on Moving" and "If Ya Getting Down".
Friday 13 August 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Soul Train
Harking back to the wonderful days when the dance floor was king, the show features a fun presentation of 60s and 70s soul classics. From early soul days of Tamla Motown, Stax and Atlantic records though to disco and beyond.
Friday 13 August 2021
Viva
Geoff Tate
Geoff Tate is an American singer and musician. He rose to fame with the progressive metal band Queensrÿche. Tate is ranked fourteenth on Hit Parader's list of the 100 Greatest Metal Vocalists of All Time.
Thursday 19 August 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
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”.
20 August, 15 October 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Rammlied
Rammlied – the UK’s number one Rammstein (German industrial metal band) tribute act – have developed and refined their incredible live show with over ten years of touring across UK and Europe.
Friday 20 August 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
A vision of Elvis
A Vision Of Elvis starring Rob Kingsley winner of The National Tribute Music Awards " Official Elvis Show " and " No.1 Male Tribute Artist " is internationally renowned as the best Elvis Presley tribute concert.
Satruday 21 August 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
(May) Dance Open Championships
The Festival began in 1920 in the Empress Ballroom at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool. 56 countries are represented.
24 August to 3 September 2021
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Pearl Scam & Angry Hair
Pearl Scam performs a tribute to the American band Pearl Jam, dubbed as "the most popular American rock & roll band of the '90s"
Friday 27 August 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
The Brick Pack
Starring ..... Scott Dee - Tribute to Engelbert Humperdinck, Michael George -Tribute to Joe Longthorne, Neil Mason - Tribute to Matt Monro. Three amazing vocalists paying tribute to three legends of the British Industry.
Friday 27 August 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Soul Love on the pier
Soul Love on the North Pier with Trevor Nelson and friends.
Saturday 28 August 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Illuminations Switch On!
Every year, since 1934, a big show is organised on the promenade to celebrate the switch on of the Illuminations. The details for 2021 have not been made public yet.
Friday 3 September 2021
Promenade
The Carpenters Experience
The Carpenters Experience take to the stage at Viva Blackpool to pay tribute to Karen and Richard Carpenter.
Friday 3 September 2021
Viva
Whitney - Queen of the Night
Direct from The West End, experience the ultimate Whitney Houston tribute show. This phenomenal production delivers an outstanding concert that has been described as “a powerhouse performance that delivers on every level…”
3 September 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The British Country Music Festival
Organised by The British Country Music Festival (TBCMF). The three headliners will be Ireland based Nathan Carter, who takes the top spot on Friday’s opening night, Wildwood Kin headline on Saturday and Lisa McHugh will be leading the Sunday programme.
3 to 5 September 2021
Winter Gardens
Coast Town Events
. Coast Town event raising funds this year for The Blue Skies Hospital Fund with a range of superb live Ska and Reggae bands.
Friday 3 September 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Fireman Sam
Join Sam, Penny, Elvis, Station Officer Steele, and Norman in an all-singing, dancing, action-packed show. You can become a fire-fighter cadet and then watch the magic of the circus.
Saturday 4 September 2021
The Grand Theatre
Beyond the Barricade
Celebrating 21 years, the UK’s longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour, Beyond The Barricade, features past principal performers from Les Miserables.
Sunday 5 September 2021
The Grand Theatre
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.
Wednesday 8 September 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The Drifters
Soul Love on the North Pier with Trevor Nelson and friends.
Wednesday 8 September 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Adam Kay: This is going to hurt
Award-winning comedian Adam Kay shares entries from his diaries as a junior doctor in this “electrifying” evening of stand-up.
Thursday 9 September 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
World Fireworks Championship Blackpool
Every Friday, a different country will compete by creating a fantastic fireworks display, for usually around 20 minutes. The event starts at 19:30 and the show from around 20:15.
Fridays 10 September to 1 October 2021
North Pier
Stevie R. Pearce and the Hooligans
Rock and Roll band.
Friday 10 September 2021
Waterloo Music Bar
Billy Ocean
Following his sold-out tour earlier Soul icon Billy Ocean has announced a UK headline tour for Autumn. Billy will be performing the best of his greatest hits and songs from his new studio album ‘One World’.
11 September 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Masquerade Ball
The inaugural Masquerade Ball is in aid of the Len Johnrose Trust and the MND Association. With your support we can raise funds and awareness of MND, which will enable us to support more families and ultimately find a cure for this ruthless disease.
Saturday 11 September 2021
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Majesty - A tribute to Queen
Queen Tribute Band Majesty are the UK’s premiere touring Queen tribute band.
For nearly 10 years, Majesty have been entertaining audiences across the world with the electrifying, energetic stage show to the greatest Rock band in the world – Queen!
Saturday 11 September 2021
Pleasure Beach - The Globe
Thank ABBA
Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves! Thank ABBA For The Music is a two-hour theatre spectacular tribute.
Sundays 11 September, 24 October 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
The Rolling Stones Story
You can relive all the classic hits in The Rolling Stones Story, a high energy concert celebrating the music of the World’s Greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll Band. An unforgettable tribute to the legendary Rolling Stones.
12 September 2021
The Grand Theatre
The Specials
Following the release of their eighth studio album Encore last year to critical acclaim, the band hits the road again.
14 September 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, returns to the stage. A brand new show celebrating the best of Fleetwood Mac, including a special blues set paying tribute to legendary Peter Green era.
Tuesday 14 Swptember 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Dad’s Army Radio Show
Two actors, two microphones, over twenty-five characters – and lots of sound effects! The nation’s favourite sitcom returns new-minted in this highly-acclaimed production.
Wednesday 15 September 2021
The Grand Theatre
Jon Richardson: The Knitwit
Jon Richardson is Best known as a team captain on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Cats Countdown (Channel 4), host of Dave’s Ultimate Worrier, and upcoming sitcom Meet the Richardsons.
16 September 2021
The Grand Theatre
Alan Carr, Not again Alan!
Between his star-studded wedding day and becoming an accidental anarchist, from fearing for his life at border control to becoming a reluctant farmer, three words spring to mind…Not Again, Alan!
17 - 18 September 2021
The Grand Theatre
Del Amitri
While it’s been 19 years since Del Amitri last released a studio album, their current single ‘It’s Feelings’ proves that their flair for crafting melodic rock songs with lyrical bite, soulful comfort and heart-swelling uplift has only strengthened in the intervening years.
Friday 17 Swptember 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The Bavarian Stompers
Oompah theme night specialists The Bavarian Stompers are masters at bier keller and beer stomping with an amazing Bavarian and Tyrolean atmosphere.
Saturday 18 September 2021
Pleasure Beach - Paradise Room
The Very Best Norther Soul
special "thank you to the NHS" Northern Soul and Motown one-night only event. It takes place in the magnificent Empress Ballroom, Pavilion and Gillows featuring over 14 top DJ's
Saturday 19 September 2021
Winter Gardens
Funny Girls Halloween Show
The famous Funny Girls group presents their frightening Halloween Show. Not so scary. Funny Girls burlesque cabaret show appeared on the Royal Variety Performance twice!
Wednesdays to Sundays 22 September 2021 to 7 November 2021
Funny Girls
The Woman in Black
Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story, The Woman in Black, comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s stage adaptation. A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black engages a sceptical young actor to help him.
22 to 25 September 2021
The Grand Theatre
Pure Jovi
Stand by for a night with Pure Jovi, the UK’s premier tribute to Bon Jovi. Experience of all the epic tunes created over the last 38 years like “Livin’ on a Prayer”, “Dead or Alive”, “Always” and many more.
Thursday 23 September 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Blackpool Symphony Orchesra
Blackpool Symphony Orchestra for the ‘Last Night of the Proms’ with international soprano Jane Irwin. This concert has something for everyone including Prom favourites Jerusalem, Rule Britannia and Land of Hope and Glory; there’s also a trip to Broadway with Oklahoma and also popular classics.
26 September 2021
The Grand Theatre
Michael Bolton
Multiple Award-Winning Singer, Songwriter and Social Activist Michael Bolton will return to the UK in 2021 for the Love Songs Greatest Hits tour.
27 September 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Jonathan Pie: Fake News (Corona Remix)
Jonathan Pie’s critically acclaimed sell-out show FAKE NEWS finally returns, updated and remixed for a post-Corona world. After months stuck in LOCKDOWN, Jonathan returns to the road to discuss how corona has changed the world… and his career prospects.
Thursday 30 September 2021
The Grand Theatre
Bruce Grobbelaar & Brian Mclair
Bruce Grobbelaar former Liverpool legend has lots of hilarious stories from on and off the pitch. Brian Mclair former Celtic and Manchester United forward, Brian won 14 trophies in 11 years and has some really funny and amazing stories playing for these clubs. Lester Crabtree is an hilarious comedian who has been on tv programmes.
Friday 1 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Spanish Hall
Derren Brown Showman
The multi award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, is at his very best on stage. His one-man shows have received wide critical acclaim and more Olivier wins and nominations than any other in history!
1 - 2 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The Whitney Houston Experience
Nya King is officially the UK’s No.1 tribute to Whitney, as authentic and realistic as you’ll ever hear – with all the hits from her idol. This is a show filled with emotion from an incredibly talented vocalist.
Friday 1 October 2021
Viva
The (Steve) Royle Variety Show 2021
Britain’s Got Talent 2020 top three finalists, comedian, juggler and variety star Steve Royle takes his Royle Variety Performance on the road for a fun-filled evening for all the family.
Satruday 2 October 2021
The Grand Theatre
Celine - with Live Band
Fronted by international Celine Dion tribute artist Alexandra Darby. Songs include “Think Twice”, “Beauty and The Beast “, “Its All Coming Back To Me Now”, “Because You Loved Me” , “Immortality” “I Drove All Night”, “The Power Of Love”…
Saturday 2 October 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Frank Skinner
Comedy legend Frank Skinner is bringing his latest critically acclaimed stand-up show Showbiz to The Grand Theatre for one night only.
Sunday 3 October 2021
The Grand Theatre
Animal Antics
Time for The Animal Guyz who are fast becoming one of the UK's leading animal presenters to literally bring the stage to life with this brand-new funny, entertaining and educational live show that will delight the whole family. Dinosaurs from the past, Elephants from Africa, saltwater crocodiles from Australia to name but a few.
Sunday 3 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Paul Zerdin Hands Free
Sam, Albert, Baby, Roger the bodyguard and an urban fox have all survived 2020 locked down with Paul….well nearly. They can’t wait to see you, so get ready to be involved.
Tuesday 5 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Twinkletoes
The Barbara Jackson Theatre Arts Centre, proudly presents their bi-annual production here at the Winter Gardens... The show involved over 350 local talented children.
6 to 9 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Half Man Half Biscuit
If Half Man Half Biscuit did not exist, it would be imperative to invent them. Since their formation nearly 30 years ago, their presence has been a necessity. Throughout changing times they have spanned the decades.
Friday 8 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Journey To Hell
Journey To Hell is a scare zone live actor and action based experience which will include one rollercoaster. It is a terrifying experience led event through themed areas of Pleasure Beach.
8 to 31 October 2021
Pleasure Beach
The Rod Stewart Songbook
Don’t miss The Rod Stewart Songbook’s two hour spectacular theatre production. The show features Pete McCall, who is Europe’s foremost tribute to Rod Stewart.
Saturday 9 October 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Daniel O'Donnell
The affable and unassuming international singing star Daniel O’Donnell, one of Ireland’s best known performers from Australia to Alaska, has continued to push out the boundaries of his career.
Tuesday 12 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Psychic Sally
Wowing audiences young and old across the country for over 10 years, Sally’s show will have you on the edge of your seat, as she brings mediumship into the 21st century.
Tuesday 12 October 2021
Pleasure Beach - The Globe
What's Love Got To Do with It
What’s Love Got To Do With It is the ultimate tribute concert to Tina Turner. Her greatest hits are performed by the amazing vocal talent of Elesha Paul Moses supported by full ten piece live band.
Thursday 14 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Grayson Perry Normal People
Despite being an award-winning artist, Bafta-winning TV presenter, Reith Lecturer and bestselling author, Grayson Perry is a normal person – and just like other normal people, he’s marginally aware that we’re all going to die.
Friday 15 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
World Famous Elvis Show - Chris Connor
Voted by the first ever world wide Elvis Presley fan poll as - The greatest Elvis Tribute in the World ! - awarded in Memphis.If you were not lucky enough to see Elvis live, you will walk away from this concert feeling that you have!
Saturday 16 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Slime Fest
Filled with SLIME, MUSIC and MAYHEM join Nickelodeon for the slimiest event of the year here in Blackpool. With hosts, Jordan and Perri, Max and Harvey and Holly H, plus amazing music acts, special guests, and most importantly SLIME.
16 to 18 October 2021
Pleasure Beach - Arena
Balckpool Sequence Dance Festival
Classical, Modern & Latin Sequence Dancing. The Blackpool Sequence Dance Festival will now see its 71st anniversary in 2021. The festival accommodates both Children and Adult competitions. The British Sequence Championships are held on all three evenings.
16 to 19 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Seriously Collins
Packed with hits and fan favourites, this two-hour tribute to Phil Collins will take you back to Phil in his hey-day. Featuring Chris Hayward and his 10 piece band.
Satruday 16 October 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Cliff Richard: The great 80 Tour
Sir Cliff Richard is indisputably one of Britain’s all-time greatest hit-makers with over 60 years in the British music industry. Cliff has staggeringly sold over 250 million albums worldwide achieved 14 number one singles, and 7 number one albums.
Sunday 17 October 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Rolling Clones
The Rolling Clones were formed in 1997 to celebrate the music and career of the famous rock n' roll band, Rolling Stones. They enjoy the reputation of being The Best Tribute To The Rolling Stones ever..
Sunday 17 October 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Dragon and Mythical Beasts
Enter into a magical world of myths and legends in this fantastical new interactive show for all the family. Discover the colossal Stone Troll, the mysterious Indrik and Japanese Baku; the Tooth Fairy, an adorable Unicorn and majestic Griffin.
21 - 22 October 2021
The Grand Theatre
Malice in Wonderland
A Murder Mystery Dining Experience at the Pleasure Beach. Members of the Blackpool Amateur Drama Society are excited to be opening their production of ‘Alice in Wonderland’ but D.I. Rutherford informs them that their beloved director has been found dead in the theatre…
Friday 22 October 2021
Pleasure Beach - Paradise Room
Magnificent Bublé
Magnificent Bublé is an authentic Michael Bublé theatre tribute show with an incredible 12 piece big band, fronted by James Billington.
Friday 22 October 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
Joe Brown - The farewell tour
National treasure and UK premier rock ‘n’ roll legend Joe Brown MBE takes to the road on his final tour to celebrate over 60 years at the top in the music business.
Saturday 23 October 2021
The Grand Theatre
Circus of Horrors
The new Circus of Horrors show will be a celebration of its astounding 25 years. It includes an amalgamation of amazing, bizarre & daredevil circus acts, driven by a rock n' roll soundscape.
27 to 31 October 2021
Pleasure Beach
Circus of Horrors - Family matinées
The new Circus of Horrors show will be a celebration of its astounding 25 years. It is a family friendly version of the show and includes an amalgamation of amazing, bizarre & daredevil circus acts, driven by a rock n' roll soundscape.
28 to 31 October 2021
Pleasure Beach
Level 42
2019 proved to be a very busy year for Level 42 with the guys playing 20 festivals from Quebec to Russia, Denmark, Holland, Germany, Switzerland, Ireland, and the UK, so the band could be forgiven for wanting to take things a little easier after 39 years in the saddle.
Tuesday 2 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
King of Pop
King Of Pop is led by the world’s number one Michael Jackson tribute artist ‘Navi’ which alone sets this show above the rest. Navi is the only tribute artist ever to be chosen by Michael Jackson himself.
Wednesday 3 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
John Bishop
Comedy superstar John Bishop is coming to the Opera House Blackpool with his highly anticipated brand-new stand up show – Right Here, Right Now. (November 2021 date is a warm-up performance. February 2022 is part of the official tour.)
Thursday 4 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
FriendsFest Live
For fans of the Friends show. Many experiences including ringing Phoebe’s bell outside the mall and re-enacting the iconic Thanksgiving floating heads scene. Fans can also channel their inner Monica and Ross as they grab a picture at the New Year’s Rockin’ Eve Disco.
5 to 9 November 2021
Winter Gardens
Collabro
The World’s most successful musical theatre vocal group, Collabro, have announced their Greatest Hits tour. Performing some their most memorable tracks including ‘Stars’, ‘Bring Him Home’, ‘Defying Gravity’…
Saturday 6 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Harpy
Harpy, written by Philip Meeks. Starring Su Pollard. Birdie’s a hoarder. The neighbours call her a harridan and a harpy, although most have never even met her. They see her hoard as a hazard for house prices. But it isn’t rubbish…
Saturday 6 November 2021
The Grand Theatre
Rob Lamberti
Rob Lamberti earned the title of the UK’s number one George Michael tribute artist. In a 2014 interview, George was asked if he was ever mistaken for being somebody else, his reply quite simply was “I’m often mistaken for being Robert Lamberti, he is a George Michael lookalike”.
Sunday 7 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Deacon Blue
Long praised for their live performances CITIES OF LOVE will see the band visit more cities in the UK, including Blackpool in November.
Wednesday 10 November 2021
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 10 to 17 November 2021
Funny Girls
Rock On! The variety show
Join The Bobby Ball Foundation for an evening of Star-Studded Variety from Blackpool Opera House. Accompanied by a live orchestra, the variety show will feature colleagues and friends of Bobby Ball from his illustrious career.
Friday 12 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Sixties Gold
The Tremeloes, Have sold in excess of 100 Million records worldwide, featuring the legendary Len “Chip” Hawkes and Micky Clarke with their huge No 1 Hits “Silence Is Golden”, “Suddenly You Love Me”, “Even The Band Times Are Good”, “(Call Me) Number One” And many more!!
Saturday 13 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The Boby Ball
A glittering Black Tie Ball with a host of star-studded entertainment, fabulous food and stunning decoration at the Empress Ballroom Blackpool. Celebrating the life of Bobby Ball and raising money for the foundation founded in his memory.
Saturday 13 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
The Sound Of Springsteen
A stylistically unique Band from day one, the members of The Sound Of Springsteen have been singing, performing, and playing in sync as if they’d been together their entire musical careers. Unmissable tribute to Springsteen.
Saturday 13 November 2021
The Grand Theatre
Maximum R'n'B the Manfreds
Join the legendary Manfreds and Georgie Fame for an evening of Rhythm and Blues nostalgia, and some of the greatest hits ever written in Maximum R’n’B.
Sunday 14 November 2021
The Grand Theatre
Jason Donovan
Jason will be hitting the road in autumn 2021 for his first musical tour in four years. The 52 date tour, titled 'Even More Good Reasons' will see Jason and his band play in cities all over the UK & Ireland.
Wednesday 17 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
The Mersey Beatles
Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four. The band clocked up more than 600 appearances in a 10-year residency at Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club.
Thursday 18 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
British National Dance Championships
2021 will see the 47th anniversary of the British National Dance Championship. This competition displays the best British Ballroom and Latin dancing.
18 - 20 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Empress Ballroom
Les McKeown’s Bay City Rollers
Les brings back the all the thrill and excitement of Rollermania, performing all the original hits including Bye Bye Baby, Shang-a-Lang, Remember, Summer love Sensation and Give A Little Love plus many many more as well as introducing new songs.
Thursday 18 November 2021
Viva
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
Sun Records the concert
Sun Records, Where Rock’n’Roll Was Born the Official Sun Records Concert Show. The legendary record label that brought you Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, Rufus Thomas, and scores more rockin’ pioneers, comes to life live on stage.
Thursday 18 November 2021
The Grand Theatre
Return to Memphis - Elvis Weekender
Viva Blackpool will be hosting the iconic Return to Memphis – The Search for the King 2021 over 19th, 20th and 21st November 2021. Hosted by the one and only Joey Blower, get set for a weekend celebrating ‘The King’ with competitors from all over the country.
19 to 21 November 2021
Viva
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!
19 November 2021
Viva
Ant Middleton - Mind over muscle
Ant Middleton, best known as the Chief Instructor for Channel 4’s hit shows, SAS : Who Dares Wins, Mutiny and Escape has announced a brand new fully immersive show for, The Mind Over Muscle Tour.
Friday 19 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Adventures of the Yorkshire Shepherdess
In this frank, funny and informative new show, Yorkshire Shepherdess Amanda Owen shares heart-warming tales from her remarkable farming, family life. She’s raised a flock of 1000 sheep and a family of 9 children with husband Clive.
Friday 19 November 2021
The Grand Theatre
Sleeping Beauty
Russian State Ballet and Opera House Presents Sleeping Beauty – a spectacular fairy-tale. Music by Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky, featuring a live Orchestra with over 30 musicians.
Saturday 20 November 2021
The Grand Theatre
Tim Michin - Back encore
Tim Minchin, award-winning comedian, actor and composer, his back on tour. BACK is billed as “Old Songs, New Songs, F*** You Songs”, with a set list of material from all corners of Minchin’s eclectic – and often iconoclastic – repertoire.
Satuerday 20 November 2021
Winter Gardens - Opera House
Christmas Grotto
Visit Santa Claus and his elves at the Pleasure Beach!
21 November to 24 December 2021
Pleasure Beach
Greatrest Love of All
Whitney Houston’s musical legacy is brought to life in this critically acclaimed tribute show, The Greatest Love of All, described as “mind-blowingly spot on”.
Sunday 21 November 2021
The Grand Theatre
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
Lioness AKA The Amy Winehouse Experience
The UK's premier tribute to sadly missed talent of the late Amy Winehouse. The stage show runs for 90 minutes and is modelled on Amy's 2007 performance at the Shepherd's Bush Empire.
Friday 26 November 2021
The Joe Longthorne MBE Theatre North Pier
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
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
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
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
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
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
