Congratulations to Holiday Inn Blackpool on being named the number one Holiday Inn in the UK and Ireland for the second year running! Since opening its doors in 2024, this 144-bedroom hotel has consistently set the standard for the brand. For guests, it offers a reliable,

Fylde Ice Festival returns next month – this time in the centre of Lytham. The one-day event features ice carving, pre carved ice sculptures around town on the ice trail with themes linked to Lytham, and a live demonstration by the incredible Glacial Art Ice Sculptors. 📅

The bright lights of Coral Island, Blackpool's largest indoor free admission arcade ✨ 📷 Lisa Pool Photography

Look out, faithfuls! While the nation is officially gripped by The Traitors once again, the team at Madame Tussauds Blackpool has been busy with a recruitment of their own. Alan Carr, winner of The Celebrity Traitors, has been given a traitorous makeover, complete with a

Exciting news! Opening on South Promenade this spring, work is underway on a new 'boxpark-style' food and drink venue at Flagstaff Gardens. Situated right across from Sandcastle Waterpark, the venue will feature 19 repurposed shipping containers. It’s set to serve up everything

Do you love the new displays or prefer the traditional lights? Have your say in our Illuminations survey. The survey only takes 5–10 minutes and, as a thank you for your time, you can be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £100 high street e-vouchers Your feedback is

Something magical is coming back to Blackpool this February Half-term✨ From 19-22 February, Showzam! is bringing an exciting mix of live performances and entertainment to the resort. More details to be announced soon.

Lights out! 💡Last night, Blackpool Illuminations switched off for the final time this season. The six-mile display will return on Friday 4 September.

We could get used to this sight! It’s the last few days of Christmas By The Sea here in Blackpool. You’ve got until tomorrow, Sunday 4 January, to enjoy all the rides, stalls, snowfalls, free skating rink and light installations.

This weekend is your last chance to see Blackpool Illuminations before they switch off for the season on Sunday 4 January 💡✨

Happy New Year! New adventures, new holidays and new memories await you. We can’t wait to see you all back at the seaside in 2026! 📷 Gregg Wolstenholme Photography

We’ve raised the bar for the World Fireworks Championship Blackpool! This year marked the start of a new series where nine past winners return to the seafront to compete for a place in the 2028 Grand Finale. Huge congratulations to India for winning this year's heat against some

We want to hear from you! Help us make the world-famous Blackpool Illuminations even better by sharing your thoughts on this year’s display. From the traditional festoons to the interactive features and tableaux, the Lights have been shining bright across our six-mile Promenade

This is what Blackpool magic is all about. After their granddaughter Olivia shared a plea on TikTok, we were so moved to help get her grandparents back to The Blackpool Tower Ballroom for one last dance. Ron, who ran the entertainment at the Empire Hotel for 20 years, used to

One of our favourite moments of this year. History was made at Blackpool Zoo with the birth of a rare, endangered Asian elephant calf. Little Zaiya was born to mum Tara, becoming the first-ever female elephant calf to be born at the zoo. She has stolen so many hearts already,

Throwback to when Olly Murs switched on this year’s Blackpool Illuminations. Let us know in the comments who you would like to see switch on next year’s display! 👇 #BestofBlackpool2025

Christmas By The Sea is open daily from 12-9pm until 4 January (excluding Christmas Day). The festive village includes: ⛸️ free-to-use skating rink ✨ light installations 🎡 rides, including a new three-storey Fun House ☕ food & drink ❄️ magical snowfalls 💡 Blackpool

Merry Christmas, everyone! However you’re celebrating, we hope your day is full of laughter, far too much food and plenty of quality time with your favourite people. Love, VisitBlackpool x

Counting down the hours until Santa arrives! It’s the night before Christmas and Blackpool is aglow with festive magic! ✨ 📷 Sky Shots Karl Houghton

Festive cheer is in the air at Blackpool’s Christmas By The Sea village ❄️🎄