Blackburn News and Events
Planning your Blackburn trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Blackburn such as events and attractions, to make your Blackburn visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Blackburn, you’ll find everything you need for your Blackburn holiday on Whats On in Blackburn.com. Our What’s On Blackburn guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Blackburn – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Blackburn by checking out our News and Events Calendar pages.
See what's On in Blackburn. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.
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Festival, What's On May 18, 2023
Five new creative collaborations revealed for National Festival of Making
Now in its fifth year, ‘Art in Manufacturing’ is the competitive headline commissioning programme that places artists in residence with some of the UK’s leading manufacturers as part of the National Festival of Making.
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Children's Activities, News, What's On April 12, 2023
There’s still time to go WILD in The Mall with free activities
Children have been having a really wild time in The Mall Blackburn as part of its free programme of activities this Easter.
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New Prayer Shelter at Pleasington Cemetery nears completion
A new prayer shelter at Pleasington Cemetery will soon be open, allowing families to respectfully say goodbye to their loved ones at the most sensitive time.
The post New Prayer Shelter at Pleasington Cemetery nears completion appeared first on Blackburn Life. …
Charity, Community, News March 23, 2023
Blackburn Exchange announce Open Day to discover plans for historic building
Blackburn Exchange has announced plans for an Open Day on Tuesday 28th March 2023.
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Blackburn receives more Government Levelling Up Cash
Blackburn with Darwen has been announced as a new Government Levelling Up Partner – unlocking £20m of new funding.
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Entertainment, Magic, News, What's On March 9, 2023
BGT Winner Richard Jones brings his UK-Wide Tour to Blackburn
Following the success of his most recent sell-out magic show, Richard Jones presents An Evening of Magic, a 26-date UK tour. The great news is, he’s coming to Blackburn this April!
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Leisure, News February 9, 2023
All the Fun of the Fair this February Half-Term
Escape to Fun Island returns just in time for the half-term school holidays after proving a big hit last year.
The post All the Fun of the Fair this February Half-Term appeared first on Blackburn Life. …
Charity, Entertainment, News February 6, 2023
Blackburn Empire Theatre announces the passing of Chairman Michael Berry
Blackburn Empire Theatre has today announced the passing of their long-serving Chairman, Michael Berry.
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- Aqua City back up plan gets sunk, focus back to Erieau Beachby Paul Pedro on May 30, 2023 at 4:30 am
Plans for an inflatable water park at Erieau Beach are moving forward, but not without some concerns and reservations from some councillors.
- UPDATE: Erieau Beach will soon have a buoy system to keep swimmers and boaters safeby Paul Pedro on May 30, 2023 at 3:56 am
Water and beach safety in Erieau will be front and centre at Chatham-Kent council Monday night.
- UPDATE: CK mobile stage approved unanimouslyby Paul Pedro on May 30, 2023 at 12:40 am
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent is looking to buy a mobile stage to roll to different events across the area.
- London police using drone in probe of east end crashby Ruby Sweeney on May 30, 2023 at 12:39 am
London police are investigating a serious crash that happened in the city's east end early Monday evening.
- Off-duty Windsor officers credited for weapons arrestby Mark Brown on May 29, 2023 at 11:10 pm
Two off-duty Windsor police officers are being lauded for detaining a suspect who was later arrested for carrying weapons in a park.
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- Could you help bring The Exchange back to life?by admin on May 25, 2023 at 11:34 am
Would you like to be involved in creating a legacy and discovering more about the heritage of an iconic building in Blackburn Town Centre? The post Could you help bring The Exchange back to life? appeared first on Blackburn Life.
- It’s Love Your Local Market Fortnight – A round up of some of our favourite Market Tradersby admin on May 21, 2023 at 11:22 am
A round up of some of our favourite local market traders in Blackburn The post It’s Love Your Local Market Fortnight – A round up of some of our favourite Market Traders appeared first on Blackburn Life.
- New Café Harmony supporting integration and culture across the boroughby admin on May 21, 2023 at 10:30 am
An International Food Hub launched in Blackburn this week supporting integration and culture across the borough. The post New Café Harmony supporting integration and culture across the borough appeared first on Blackburn Life.
- NHS worker becomes Mayor of Blackburn with Darwenby admin on May 21, 2023 at 10:25 am
NHS Healthcare Assistant and former textile worker Coun Parwaiz Akhtar is the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen for 2023/24. The post NHS worker becomes Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen appeared first on Blackburn Life.
- ENGLISH GARDEN PARTY TO LAUNCH SHOWHOMES IN BLACKBURNby Philippa Probert on May 19, 2023 at 1:59 pm
LANCASHIRE homebuyers and their families can be the first to experience Kingswood Homes’ new collection of homes when two show homes open their doors on Saturday 27th May. The post ENGLISH GARDEN PARTY TO LAUNCH SHOWHOMES IN BLACKBURN appeared first on Blackburn Life.
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