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Summer Events | What’s On & Days Out in Lancashire
Find great ideas for days out with kids in Lancashire and the best family friendly events happening summer 2025. The Lancashire summer holiday activities guide is packed full with big family days out or smaller, local ideas. From Lancaster to Blackpool and Preston to Burnley there’s something for everyone.
This summer, enjoy two epic days out for the price of one at the UK’s top theme parks! Simply purchase a Twice the Fun entry ticket and unlock free entry to a second theme park of your choice.
Summer Activities & Events for Kids in Lancashire
Blackburn is the place to be this summer. The Print Rally is just one of the FREE Summer activities, where you’ll visit five print stations across Blackburn to create your own multicoloured commemorative art work of Blackburn. There’s also a whole host of amazing shows, workshops and much more. Check out what’s on for kids in Blackburn.
Summer Outdoor Adventures in Lancashire
Summer Tedventure at Farmer Ted’s Adventure Farm (Ormskirk) 19th July – 31st August
Lots of exciting activities for all the family this summer at Farmer Ted’s with 12 stunning dinosaurs, dinosaur shows, end of day foam parties and a maize maze.
Dragonfly Festival at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre (Burscough) 21st June – 22nd September
Explore the magical world of dragonflies and dive into a summer full of wondrous new wetland experiences at Martin Mere Westland Centre.
Festival of Fun at Thornton Country Park (near Skipton) 23rd July – 31st August
Set sail on a swashbuckling quest with the legendary Pirates of Swashbuckle Bay, then step into a land where fairytales come to life and princesses await!
Jurassic Adventure at Mrs Dowsons Farm Park (Clayton-le-Dale) 19th July – 31st August
Join the explorers, using stunning puppetry to bring remarkably life-like dinosaurs to life. Step into the barn restoration where an archaeology dig is underway and and discover immersive storytelling, friendly baby dinosaurs, a huge Stegosaurus, and the menacing T-Rex – plus all the fun of the farm park.
The Lancashire Festival (Preston) 19th July
Immerse yourself in a vibrant showcase of local talent, featuring live performances, art exhibitions and delicious culinary delights.
Print Rally (Blackburn) from 26th July
Visit five print stations across Blackburn to create your own multicoloured commemorative art work of Blackburn.
Lancashire Haws & Owls at Barton Grange Garden Centre (Preston) 16th – 17th August
Meet the people and the birds from Lancashire Hawks and Owls, a private organisation that rescues and looks after birds of prey which cannot be returned to the wild. All of the birds in the display are hand reared and totally approachable which means you can touch them and have your photo taken with them for a charge of £2 (cash only).
Late Night Farm Experience at Greenlands Farm Village (Carnforth) Fridays in August
A 2 hour session on the farm! Come behind the scenes for an after hours experience! Greenlands Farm Village are hosting an evening full of animal handling, interactive talks and so much more!
Indoor Events in Lancashire
The Magic of Middle Earth at The Atkinson (Southport) 21st June – 27th September FREE
The Magic Of Middle-earth takes visitors on a journey beyond the books to explore that expansive artistic legacy. Discover stunning paintings, incredible sculptures, even Middle-earth themed Lego sets. With family fun and kids activities this is an exciting exhibition for all ages. Whether you’re a little halfling or a wizened wizard you won’t want to miss this one!
Get Crafty Arts and Crafts at Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery (Blackburn) 23rd July – 30th August FREE
A range of FREE activities every week of the summer holidays to get involved
Wicked Weekend at Afinity (Fleetwood) 23rd – 25th August FREE
On Saturday, come along to experience the magic of The Bubble Fairy. On Sunday you can make your very own WICKED Cupcake at our free workshop. On Monday Galinda & Elphaba will there for a meet & greet.
Travel to Wonderland at East Lancs Railway (Bury) 8th August
Join Alice and her delightfully mad friends for a topsy-turvy day where nothing is quite as it seems. Get ready for curious encounters, magical mayhem, giggles, jiggles and song!
Wizarding Adventure at East Lancs Railway (Bury) 14thh August
Join the delightfully wacky professors as they reveal the secrets of real magic.
Family Theatre, Live Music and Puppets in Lancashire
Blackpool Tower Circus (Blackpool)
Delivering incredible stunts with belly laughs aplenty, meet legendary clowns Mooky and Mr Boo as you experience the UK’s biggest and best Circus.
Hodman and Sally Flying Buttress (Blackburn) – 9th August FREE
Hodman and Sally are adorable explorers on a mission to discover all they can about the outside world. Wondering as they wander. Find them in the town centre as they discover Blackburn.
Mythical Magic at Fishergate Shopping Centre (Preston) 15th + 26th August FREE
Street magician Luke Coburn will be visiting Fishergate to perform some exceptional illusions that’ll surely leave you speechless!
The Little Mermaid at Victoria Hall (Bolton) 17th – 23rd August
Wind in the Willows at Lytham Hall (Lytham) 17th August
Kenneth Grahame’s classic novel makes an ideal family show in the skilled hands of Illyria. Children can sit on rugs right at the front of the stage.
The Elephant and the Drummer (Blackburn) – 29th August FREE
A roaming, interactive, dance and live music walkabout performance. Audiences can watch and they will be encouraged to dance along and to touch the elephant at her direction. This free 30 minute performance will happen 3 times in the day at 11am, 12.30pm & 2pm outside the Mall on King William Street.
The Fisher and his Wife (Blackburn) – 29th August FREE
This traditional story from the fairy tale collection of the Brother’s Grimm has a sudden rebirth and renewed relevance in the present day
