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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.
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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.
Dance
Viva La Musique
Spoken Word
Tony Rae – Oddly Familiar
Music
Oh What a Night!
Spoken Word
Del Amitri
Music
Bon Jovi Forever
Spoken Word
Francis Rossi
Drama
The Actress
Music
Too Much Too Young
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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