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Magic Comes to Town: Masters of Deception Hits Blackburn
Magic comes to town this Sunday as Masters of Deception brings mind-blowing illusions to the Blackburn Empire Theatre.

Join the Mayor for Two Exciting Charity Quiz Nights!
Join the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, for two exciting charity quiz nights in support of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) and Papyrus Prevention of Suicide in the Young. Gather your team, test your knowledge, and help raise funds for these vital causes while enjoying a night of friendly competition.

Blackburn’s food scene has been making waves on social media, and one takeaway in particular has caught the attention of food lovers and content creators alike—Fry Chicks Randal St, Blackburn.

Blackburn is bracing for yet another loss, with the announcement that NatWest’s branch in Copy Nook / Audley will close its doors for good on 12th May 2025.
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Man of the World: Celebrating the Iconic Music of Peter Green
Celebrate the timeless music of Peter Green, the legendary founder of Fleetwood Mac, in an unforgettable evening of live music.

Get Job Ready: Blackburn to Host Three-Day Recruitment Extravaganza in February 2025
Job seekers and career changers, take note: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council and Blackburn College are teaming up to host a free, three-day recruitment event designed to help you land your dream job.

Planning U-Turn: St Mary’s College Venue Proposal Withdrawn Amid Local Concerns
Plans to transform the former St Mary’s College building in Blackburn into an event venue have been scrapped following community concerns and Council intervention.
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Blackburn Market is excited to welcome a new town centre shopping experience to Ainsworth Street beginning on Saturday 7th September.

The hottest 80s club night is coming to town – when actor, TV personality and star of Spandau Ballet Martin Kemp will be spinning the biggest and best hits of that decade on Saturday 2nd May 2020!

This September at King George’s Hall, Bye Bye Baby celebrate the career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

Steve Harley is back at Darwen Library Theatre this September with his Acoustic Trio line-up

It looks like The Grapes pub is set to make a return to Blackburn Town Centre as new signage goes up on the building recently vacated by Liz’n’Lils cafe.

Got the end of Summer Blues? Try a Comedy Club in Blackburn or Darwen – More in this week’s What’s On Guide

Local companies in Blackburn, Darwen and Lancashire are being encouraged to support the BBC Radio Lancashire Community Heroes Awards.

This September, Blackburn Empire Theatre welcome a brand new show packed full of opera, classical, West End and crossover.

King George’s Hall and Darwen Library Theatre have announced two new gigs for music fans.

Darwen Leisure Centre have announced a Regency Fitness Fun Day featuring Hiitstep Games Grand Prix, Zumba, Bokwa & Clubbercise, all in aid of charity Lancashire Mind.

It’s a big welcome to The Cheese Stall in Blackburn Market this week.

Big names in UK comedy are heading to King George’s Hall, Blackburn and their shows are proving a big hit with audiences.