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What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 21 July to Sunday 27 July 2025
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen next week? Here’s your round-up of live music, family events, comedy, variety, and more — all happening from Monday to Sunday!
90 and Still on the Loom – Meet the Man Keeping Blackburn’s Textile History Alive
There was an extra special birthday to celebrate at Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery this week – and it wasn’t just about candles and cake.
Trading Standards officers in Blackburn with Darwen have seized fake Labubu dolls over serious safety concerns — and parents are being urged to check their children’s toys immediately.
He’s bold, he’s hilarious, and he’s definitely not for the faint-hearted – Ken Webster, the UK’s most outrageous comedy hypnotist, is bringing his wild live show to Blackburn
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New Courts Bring the Bounce Back to Corporation Park
Blackburn’s Corporation Park has served up a sporty upgrade this summer – with refurbished tennis courts now open for public use and brand-new pickleball courts on the way.
Sell-Out Splash! Darwen’s Giant Pool Inflatable Makes a Big Summer Debut
Darwen Leisure Centre’s brand-new inflatable pool attraction has already made waves – with first sessions on Saturday 19 July selling out fast.
Myerscough College to Close Witton Park Campus in Blackburn
Myerscough College has confirmed that it will close its Witton Park campus in Blackburn, following a consultation period with staff and stakeholders.
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Kiefer Sutherland brings his music to Blackburn’s King George’s Hall on Saturday 22nd February 2020
week, Forbidden Nights bring their “Circus just got Sexy” tour to town.
The Empire Theatre in Blackburn will host a nostalgic night for fans of 80s music, featuring two of the UK’s most iconic bands from the era.
This October, Mick Miller returns to the UK and the Blackburn Empire Theatre with his Back from Vegas tour!
Billy Mitchell & Bob Fox bring their show to Darwen Library Theatre on Friday 3rd April 2020.
The ultimate show for guitar lovers is coming to Blackburn Empire Theatre this October.
Blackburn Band “The Illicits”have announced a gig in their hometown on Saturday 21st December 2019.
Mixing horror, comedy, daredevil stunts and a whole lot of hard rock, the infamous Circus of Horrors will arrive at the Blackburn Empire Theatre on Thursday 24th October as part of its 25th anniversary tour.
Following his last smash-hit UK tour and direct from this year’s Edinburgh festival Tom Stade is back on the road with a brand-new show.
More hilariously anxious blather from one of the most hilariously anxious blatherers in the business.
Suzi Ruffell has made a name for herself by turning tragedy and anxiety into big laughs. This year she is actually happy. This show answers the question: are all stand-ups at their best when they are miserable? Fingers crossed no!
Let’s Make is back this Half Term with Trick and Treat fun and crafts for the whole family! All FREE – Pop the dates in your diary now!
Simon Evans is the star of Live at the Apollo, Mock The Week, BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, The Unbelievable Truth & Simon Evans Goes To Market.
A surge in new stalls opening in Blackburn Market and an increase in new trader enquiries is giving the town’s market extra choice and value for local shoppers.
Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn’t touch the floor.
Don’t miss the brand-new tour from The Drifters this week, performing all the classic hits such as ‘Saturday Night at the Movies’, ‘You’re More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Up On The Roof,’ ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin In The Back Row’, ‘Save The Last Dance For Me’, ‘Down On The Beach,’ ‘Hello Happiness’ and many, many more!
Acclaimed theatre company Goblin bring Hey Diddle Diddle to Darwen Library Theatre this October.
Smash hit musical comedy with an all star comedy cast at Blackburn’s Empire Theatre on Saturday 19th October 2019 at 7.30pm.
This new theatre show featuring the Cavern Club’s resident beat combo, THE SHAKERS, at Blackburn’s Empire Theatre
This October, Andy Fairweather Low, former lead singer of Amen Corner, heads to Darwen Library Theatre for a night of Sweet Soulful Music. The 60s saw Amen Corner clock up
Get set to rock this October with classic rock anthems and favourites when Rock for Heroes brings their live show to King George’s Hall on Thursday 17th October 2019.
She was born late, bloomed late and always missed the bus, but a compelling shift has occurred in Desiree Burch’s life.
Age UK Blackburn with Darwen working with Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council are offering new dementia friendly gentle swimming sessions at both Blackburn and Darwen Leisure Centres “Research shows that
This October, a unique tribute to Pink Floyd, Pinked Floyd, are heading to Blackburn Empire Theatre.
From the early classic Moody/Marsden line-up to the present-day USA incarnation, Whitesnake UK play tribute to the very best of David Coverdale’s Whitesnake at Blackburn Empire Theatre.
It’s great news for blues-rock fans, live music lovers and aspiring guitarists in the UK, as Félix arrives at Darwen Library Theatre with his band on Wednesday 9th October.
The What’s On Guide: The duo behind the critically acclaimed West End Hit: Eric and Little Ern bring their show to Blackburn this week
This October, Darwen Library Theatre are excited to welcome, Simply reRed – Holding Back The Years, a tribute to Mick Hucknall and Simply Red from by creators of Talon – The Best of Eagles.
Stick Man is leaving his family tree and heading back out on tour this Autumn! Based on the book by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, Stick Man will play four performances only at King George’s Hall on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th October.
The Drifters will be back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show performing all their classic hits from the last six decades.
Join us at Blackburn Empire Theatre this October for one of the most highly rated tribute acts on the circuit: Limehouse Lizzy.
This September, Blackburn Drama Club present One Man, Two Guvnors by Richard Bean at Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Following her gripping appearance on Celebrity Big Brother, which saw a triumphant Sally stay to the final 5, 2019 sees the nations favourite Psychic and forerunner in the Psychic field take to the stage at King George’s Hall this September.
The 5 star rated The Ballroom Boys – they are back with ACT TWO!
Known as the longest serving former member of legendary group, The Drifters, Roy has worked alongside founder Johnny Moore for more than 20 years.
This September, Blackburn Empire Theatre welcome a celebration of war time entertainment and a tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces past, present and future.