August 2010
Please check with their sites for times and prices.
Louis Tussaud's Waxworks OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND.
You will find movie stars from past and present. Take a stroll down Coronation Street and have a cuppa in the cafe with Roy and Hayley. For more information, call 01253 625953 website
Sealife Centre OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND.
Lots to see and do like the Rare Blue Lobster, Daily Shark Feeds, Collection of Octopuses and much more. For more information, call 0871 423 2110 or Visit their Website
Golden Isle Indoor Adventure Golf.
Sandcastle Waterpark OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND.
With over 18 slides and attractions including water slides, fun pools, wave machine, lazy river, water chutes, burger bars, snack bars, arcades, swim shop and much much more. Open Weekends.
call 01253 343 602 Website
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
All visitors to the Pleasure Beach will be required to purchase either an unlimited ride wristband or a £5 Pleasure Beach Pass which allows access to the park along with the chance to experience the Pleasure Beach Express, Chinese Puzzle Maze, South Beach Show and Dancing Water Show.
Open please check the website for details of the opening times and prices. Website
Blackpool Tower and 'Mooky's Eastern Promise'
Until 7th November
Blackpool Tower & Circus is the best value day out in the North West and included in your admission is the all-new circus show, Mooky's Eastern Promise. The UK's favourite Clown, Mooky, is the star of the show which also includes Mr Booo, ringmaster Harvey Seager and a cast of world class performers in 2 hours of laughter and thrills. There's also the stunning Tower Ballroom as seen on TV's Strictly Come Dancing, Jungle Jim's Towering Adventureland, The Tower Top and Walk of Faith, Jurassic Walk, 3D Cinema, Aquarium, Charlie Cairoli exhibition and much more. You can also enjoy a meal in Restaurant 1894 or in Bickerstaffes Pizza & Pasta and come and go as you please with a Tower 'pass out'. There really is something for everyone! Blackpool Tower is open during the day for the early months of the season with entertainment in the evenings during the Summer holidays.
Friday 6th And Saturday 7th
Jimmy Carr
Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Every Tuesday until - 26th October
BILLY PEARCE LAUGHTER SHOW
North Pier Theatre 7.30pm
Yorkshire born Billy Pearce first came to national prominence when he appeared on the talent show New Faces, he was quickly snapped up for stage and TV appearances, culminating with his first series for BBC television, You gotta be joking.
In 1993 he was honoured to host The Children's Royal Variety Performance, he was invited to appear in the same show a year later, which he then followed with the Royal Variety Performance. In total Billy has performed in five children's Royal Variety shows and three Royal Variety shows.
There are few stages upon which Billy has not appeared. He has topped the bill at venues around the UK, he's also headlined many pantomimes, including breaking all box office records at the Alhambra Theatre, Bradford.
Kids go FREE with every paying adult Box Office 01253 623 304
COLIN FRY 'Free Spirit'
North Pier Theatre
Colin Fry returns to the North Pier Theatre with over thirty years experience as a demonstrating medium and having demonstrated to audiences worldwide.Thursday 5th - Sunday 8th
REBELLION 2010
Winter Gardens
The band list for this years festival is already taking shape with more additions each week, so keep checking back!
LATEST ADDITIONS: NEW YORK DOLLS, PETER MURPHY, ATTILA THE STOCKBROKER, TOM HINGLEY (INSPIRAL CARPETS), CHANNEL 3, ASHERS, CRO MAGS, POISONED ELECTRICK HEAD, DWARVES plus ...
BAD RELIGION, NEW YORK DOLLS , STIFF LITTLE FINGERS, GALLOWS,
COCKNEY REJECTS, SLAUGHTER AND THE DOGS, DWARVES, THE SLACKERS, THE AGGROLITES, AGNOSTIC FRONT, GBH, CRO MAGS, THE KING BLUES, THE OPPRESSED, 7 SECONDS, HAZEL O'CONNOR and THE NEW SUBTERRANEANS
... and many more Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Tuesday 10th
ROCK WITH LAUGHTER
Opera House 7.30pm
Tommy Cannon and Bobby Ball
Whose career spans over 25 years, have appeared regularly on TV starring in many series of their own, as well as appearing as guests on all the major shows.
In Rock With Laughter they bring together music and comedy as they are joined by 'Jake & Elwood' re-creating the sounds and looks of the Blues Brothers with all the great tracks from the film and an awesome backing band.
Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Thursday's 12th, 19th & 26th
CHICO'S SUMMER PARTY
North Pier Theatre
The popular finalist from the X factor hosts his own feel good Summer Party on the the North Pier. With music and fun for all the family Chico is joined by the superb singer Lisa Kelsey and the legendary Showcase Dancers.
Box Office 01253 623 304
Wednesdays Until - 27th October
THE COMEDIANS
North Pier Theatre
What can you say about Frank Carson, it really is the "way he tells 'em!" and he'joined by another of the original TV line-up Mick Miller. There's Tony Jo (of the Grumbleweeds) Buddy Lee, Kurtis King and special guest Lynda Murray will be keeping the boys in line.
An evening of comedy from some of the best in the business - not to be missed Box Office 01253 623 304
LEGENDS 2010
Central Pier Theatre
17th June - 30th October 2010 at 7.30pm
The only and only Legends show returns to the Central Pier Theatre for another spectacular season. Legends is not just a tribute show. With their superb vocals and charismatic stagework the artists faithfully recreate the performances of some of rock and pop's biggest names. Each night sees 4 of the Legends line-up as solo artists and in duets and group numbers.
Performances are daily except Monday and Friday
Show 1 is Freddie Mercury, Neil Diamond, Diana Ross and Elton John
Show 2 is Tom Jones, Rod Stewart, Robbie Williams and Elvis
(Shows alternate weeks - please check at venue)
Sundays until 31 Oct
DARREN DAY 'ON BROADWAY'
North Pier Theatre 7.30pm
One of the UK's most popular musical entertainers Darren Day celebrates some of the biggest Broadway hits. Enjoy classic numbers from Hairspray, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Mamma Mia, Phantom of the Opera, Joseph and more.
Darren is joined by the superb talent of Stephanie Dooley with her own stunning vocals and also the legendary Showcase Dancers.
A great show for all the family every Sunday evening throughout the Summer and Illuminations season.
Box Office 01253 623 304
Saturdays until 30th October
JOE LONGTHORNE
North Pier Theatre
Few performers have been through as much as Joe Longthorne and few are held in the same affection as him too.
Having overcome life-threatening illness Joe has made a triumphant return to the stage in recent years with highly acclaimed, sell-out shows at the London Palladium but nowhere is he more welcome than in Blackpool.
Summer 2010 sees Joe take residence at The North Pier Theatre for Saturday nights in a show that will delight devoted fans and those new to him alike. Box Office 01253 623 304
Friday 13th and 20th
BEST OF BRITISH VARIETY
Opera House 7.30pm
The Best Of British Variety Tour is back for its third consecutive year in 2010 after the huge success of the last two years. Brought to you by Tony Denton Promotions this unique tour unites the cream of variety entertainment from past decades.
After popular demand Paul Daniels and The Krankies who took part in the inaugural tour return to Best of British alongside the host for the show the irrepressible Christopher Biggins, Irish singer Dana, The Grumbleweeds and for the first time as a solo act one half of one of the most famous comedy double acts since comedy began Syd Little of Little & Large fame. Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Saturday 14th
Jane McDonald
An amazing event featuring many of the best loved songs from Jane's fabulous repertoire. A warm and compelling evening's entertainment which is proving a smash hit throughout the UK. Jane, together with her brilliant musicians and backing singers brings the audience to their feet night after night. Opera House Theatre - Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Sunday 15th
ROCK FM LIVE
N-Dubz, Bass Hunter, Craig David, Saturdays, Diana Vickers and many more.
Thursday 19th and 26th
Abba Mania
Favourites including: ‘Mamma Mia', ‘Voulez Vous', ‘Dancing Queen', ‘Winner Takes It All', ‘Super Trouper' and many more. Also 26th August. Opera House Theatre - Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Friday 27th
URBAN FRIDAY Featuring Chipmunk plus other artists to be announced Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Saturday 28th
SUMMERTIME SPECIAL
Featuring Jedward and Mini Viva plus other artists to be announced. Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Sunday 29th
TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL JACKSON
Featuring Diversity and Olly Murs
plus other artists to be announced Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Monday 30th
IN CONCERT
Featuring Alexandra Burke
plus other artists to be announced. Winter Gardens Tel: 0870 380 1111
Hotel Information
Contact Suzanne
01253 293 440 or 07757 11 21 61
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