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YOUR LOCAL EVENTS GUIDE
What’s On in Blackburn & Darwen.
Live music, theatre, comedy, festivals, family days out and local favourites. Find something you’ll love, close to home.
MAKE PLANS
Find your next great day out.
Browse upcoming shows, local events and things to do across Blackburn, Darwen and the surrounding area.
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Coming up on specific dates.
Shows, concerts, talks and one-off events at their advertised times.
Music
Evil Blizzard
Adult Learning Courses
124 – Mental Health First Aid
Adult Learning Courses
52 – Highfield Level 1 Food Safety for Catering
Adult Learning Courses
65 – Introduction to Working in Childcare
Adult Learning Courses
47 – NCFE Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools
Adult Learning Courses
43 – Highfield Level 2 Award in Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Young People
MORE TIME TO DISCOVER
On for a while.
Exhibitions you can explore across several weeks or months. Visit during the venue’s usual opening days and hours.
EXHIBITION
Ian Halawi Exhibition
Exhibition on until 14 Nov 2026
Mon–Sat, 8:30am–5:30pm (closed Sun)
Blackburn Market
Explore the exhibition
EXHIBITION
Art and Industry
Exhibition on until 31 Jan 2027
Tue–Sat, 11am–4:45pm (closed Sun, Mon & bank holidays)
Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery
Explore the exhibition
EXHIBITION
Collected Creatures
Exhibition on until 31 Jan 2027
Tue–Sat, 11am–4:45pm (closed Sun, Mon & bank holidays)
Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery
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Make more of where you live.
From Blackburn Empire Theatre and King George’s Hall to small community events, discover what’s happening on your doorstep.