Food & Drink
The Secret is out! New Cathedral Cafe is launched – Checks and Greys
The new cafe at Blackburn Cathedral has revealed its new name, Checks and Greys.
Blackburn Life
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Music
The Boys are Back and this time they are coming to Blackburn
An evening of late 90’s boyband nostalgia, four of the era’s biggest pop bands, take to the stage on a multi-bill extravaganza…
Business
The Blackburn Life Awards are launched to support the best of business in Blackburn & Darwen
Blackburn Life has today launched the Blackburn Life Awards, as part of our support for businesses in the borough. The awards will…
Comedy
Extra Blackburn Date added to Paul Smith Tour due to phenomenal demand
King George's Hall have added an extra date for comedy sensation Paul Smith on Wednesday 29th July 2020. Tickets go on sale…
Music
Blackburn’s Big Tribute Festival is back with Double the Fun
Witton Park in Blackburn looks set to have double the Festival Fun this year when Restricted Rocks returns for two packed days…
Music
Kiefer Sutherland Heads Back to the UK for a new Headline Tour
Kiefer Sutherland is returning to the UK next month for a string of UK dates and the tour arrives in Blackburn on…
News
Are you a brave single? Would you take part in Channel 4’s Married at First Sight?
Would you marry a stranger? We’re looking for brave singles for a new series of Married at First Sight.
Food & Drink
It’s Time for Love at Turtle Bay with Bottomless drinks and non-stop reggae beats
Turtle Bay are injecting a big helping of light-hearted fun into Valentine’s Day this year, as they invite everyone to celebrate ‘One…
Community
The Bishop of Blackburn to join the House of Lords
The Diocesan Bishop for The Church of England in Lancashire is set to become the newest member of the House of Lords.
Comedy
The Cheeky Panto that’s strictly for Adults
This is not your standard Family Panto and the title probably gives it away, when The Market Theatre Company return to Blackburn…
Comedy
David Baddiel brings ‘Trolls: Not The Dolls’ To Blackburn
David Baddiel returns to the stage with a brand new one-man show, Trolls: Not The Dolls. The tour comes to Blackburn’s King…
Music
The Sound of Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years
Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows anywhere in the world. Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years, appearing at Darwen…
Comedy
Paul Smith – Comedy & Social Media Sensation is heading to Blackburn
You've probably seen a Paul Smith video on Facebook or YouTube, as his videos have now been viewed millions of times, but…
Music
Barry Steele & Friends – The Roy Orbison Story at the Blackburn Empire Theatre
This February, Barry Steele & Friends return to the Blackburn Empire Theatre with The Roy Orbison Story.
Charity
Curry club brings community together as Our Lancashire approaches milestone
Lancashire's Police and Crime Commissioner has praised the Our Lancashire team whilst visiting an East Lancashire curry club bringing people from across…
Comedy
The hilarious celebration of women and ‘the change’ sets sail to Blackburn
For these four ladies the menopause was not the beginning of the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love…
Music
Get Ready for the Time of Your Life with Thank ABBA For The Music
Grab your platforms and flares this January at Blackburn Empire Theatre for a journey back to when ABBA dominated the charts and…
Business
Nationwide Blackburn begins major renovation project
The Blackburn branch of Nationwide has begun its transformation into a new style fit for the future.
Business
On the road to safer driving – driving lessons for 10-17 year olds to launch in Blackburn
A driver training course which allows 10-year olds to get behind the wheel in a bid to create a safer next generation…
Music
Who Will Bite the Dust? Wrong Jovi vs the Freddie and Queen Experience
Head to the Blackburn Empire Theatre this January for ‘One Wild Night At The Opera’ as two of the UK’s leading tribute…
Music
Don’t Think Twice Before Seeing Celine Dion’s Vegas Years at Blackburn Empire Theatre
Celine Dion's Vegas Years, the smash hit theatre production that is widely accepted as the foremost tribute show to Celine Dion arrives…
Food & Drink
Scholars Training Restaurant is Number One!
Blackburn College's Training Restaurant is the number one restaurant in Blackburn according to TripAdvisor review site.
Charity
Cooking up a Soup Social Fundraiser
Age UK are asking people to hold a soup social fundraiser this winter time to benefit their local charity.
Music
Spend a Night in Dublin as Murphy’s Pub comes to Blackburn
For 15 years Middi and the legendary “Wild Murphys” have been playing Irish music to the masses and now they are bringing…
Comedy
Mark Thomas – 50 Things About Us at Darwen Library Theatre
Darwen Library Theatre welcome back Mark Thomas this February as he brings his new show '50 Things About Us'.
Music
“If it swings, they can, and will play it!” – The Swing Commanders at Blackburn Empire Theatre
Taking well-crafted songs from the 30s to the 50s, from American Songbook classics to Western Swing, overlaid with lush vocal harmonies and…
Comedy
Dirty Dusting – A Sex Chat Line that Really Cleans Up at Blackburn Empire Theatre
After five sell out UK tours, Dirty Dusting comes to Blackburn Empire Theatre this January. Treat yourself to an evening of pure…
Music
Indie Rock Band, The Illicits, Rocking at Home this December
It’s been an amazing 12 months for this local band – come and see what all the fuss is about at King…
Music
You ‘Can Can’ see Bad Manners at King George’s Hall this December
Buster Bloodvessel has been fronting Bad Manners for over 40 years and shows no sign of stopping. Start your Christmas celebrations early…
Music
King George’s Hall welcomes Big Country “Return To Steeltown” 35th Anniversary Tour, 1984-2019
Performing songs from the album, Steeltown as well as the classic hits and live favourites, Big Country will be live at King…
Archived What's On
New Twilight Markets begin in Blackburn this week!
Blackburn Market begins its Twilight Market this week. The weekly event runs every Thursday from 5th December
Business
Blackburn Christmas Opening Times for Shops, the Market & Leisure
As we head towards the festive season again, Blackburn Life and What's On Blackburn bring you the definitive guide to opening times…
Drama
A Christmas Carol at Darwen Library Theatre
Darwen Library Theatre will host Olivier Award-winning British producer and actor, Guy Masterson, for his brilliant solo performance of Dickens' A Christmas…
Comedy
Ben Elton brings his first tour in 15 years to King George’s Hall
More than 30 years ago, Ben Elton exploded into the national consciousness hosting Channel 4’s groundbreaking Saturday Live.
Music
Cash and Carter Together at Darwen Library Theatre Hoping for a ‘cell-out’ crowd!
This November, Darwen Library Theatre hosts ‘Cash and Carter, Together’, a touring tribute to Johnny Cash and June Carter.