Dates have now been confirmed for this year’s spectacular World Fireworks Championship Blackpool, one of the resort’s most iconic autumn events. Three countries will compete across three nights: Saturday 12 September, Saturday 26 September and Saturday 10 October. Each breathtaking display - synchronised to music and launched from the beach in front of The Blackpool Tower - is completely free to attend, offering visitors and residents the chance to enjoy world‑class pyrot

Blackpool Dance Festival 2026 has seen competitor entries almost double to 9,197 as the centenary year draws dancers from more than 50 countries to the iconic Empress Ballroom. The Winter Gardens is preparing for the world’s largest and longest-running dance competition which takes place from 16th–29th May 2026 in the Empress Ballroom. In a clear demonstration of the festival’s centenary significance, official competitor entries have almost doubled year-on-year – rising from

Madame Tussauds Blackpool has celebrated Sir David Attenborough’s 100th birthday by inviting Year 6 pupils from Revoe Learning Academy, Blackpool to make environmentally friendly pledges in his honour. On 8 May, the legendary broadcaster and natural historian will turn 100. Fifty pupils spent the afternoon exploring the Promenade attraction, with a special focus on the David Attenborough area. There, they reflected on the legendary broadcaster’s lifelong impact on conser

Madame Tussauds Blackpool is rolling out the red carpet for its newest A‑List arrival, as beloved TV personality, radio host and actress Amanda Holden joins the star‑studded attraction from Saturday 28 March. The brand‑new figure made its debut live on Heart Breakfast, where listeners got the first glimpse before it travelled north to take its place in the attraction’s glamorous A‑List section. Last year, Amanda was left speechless in the middle of hosting Heart Breakfast

Blackpool celebrates English Tourism Week with launch of new Ultimate Ticket

Blackpool’s Sandcastle Waterpark has announced a major £500,000 refurbishment programme as it prepares to celebrate its 40th birthday in June. The refurbishment includes the complete redevelopment of the park’s changing village facilities, offering guests a brighter, more modern environment. Alongside this, the waterpark famous slides have been freshly repainted and a brand‑new audio system has been installed. Sandcastle Waterpark first opened its doors in 1986 and has

One of Blackpool’s most iconic venues is set for an exciting new chapter after plans were agreed to transfer its operation to Blackpool Council’s wholly owned tourism company. In late January, the council’s Shareholder Committee approved proposals to dissolve the company that currently manages the Winter Gardens, bringing all council‑owned leisure assets under a single operator for the first time. The Grade II listed Winter Gardens is presently run by Blackpool Entertainment

The UK’s most iconic seaside destination has been showcased to visitors at the Holiday World Show Dublin. Blackpool was delighted return to the World Travel Show in Dublin this year - its first appearance at the event in a quarter of a century. The resort was represented by a delegation including Blackpool Tourism Limited, VisitBlackpool, Ruskin Hotel & Suites, and Waterside Hotels, all joining forces to reintroduce prospective visitors to everything the UK’s most famous se

Three new faces have taken the helm at some of Blackpool’s most iconic attractions. Rob Smith, Kyle Woodcock and Janine Marshall have been appointed as the new General Managers of The Blackpool Tower, Sandcastle Waterpark and Madame Tussauds Blackpool respectively. All three live locally and have extensive leisure experience. Rob Smith steps into the role of General Manager at The Blackpool Tower, where he will oversee the operational, commercial and strategic direction o

The world-famous Blackpool Tower Ballroom has once again taken centre stage, this time as a key filming location for Netflix Japanese romantic drama 10Dance . Since its release on late last year it has been streamed more than five million times topping global charts. The film, directed by Keishi Ōtomo and based on Satoh Inoue’s manga, follows two rival dancers as they train each other across ballroom and Latin disciplines. Throughout the film, the dancers visit Blackpo

Residents with FY postcodes can now enjoy unbeatable savings at some of Blackpool’s most iconic attractions, thanks to a new initiative from Blackpool Tourism Limited. Whether its dancing beneath the chandeliers of the Blackpool Tower Ballroom, meeting celebrities at Madame Tussauds, or making a splash at Sandcastle Waterpark, locals can now experience the very best of Blackpool - for up to 50% off. The exclusive offer includes discounted entry to: Blackpool Tower At

Blackpool Tourism Ltd is proud to introduce the Blackpool Tourism Annual Pass, a brand-new one-stop ticket that gives visitors unlimited access to seven of the resort’s most iconic attractions. For just £149 a year, pass holders can enjoy unlimited entry to: The Blackpool Tower attractions - The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, The Blackpool Tower Circus, Blackpool Tower Dungeon and Tower Top Experience. Sandcastle Waterpark Madame Tussauds Blackpool Showtown Blackpool Kate S