Sugar Pie Honey Bunch - Music of The Four Tops
A tribute show celebrates the music of The Four Tops at Blackburn Empire Theatre.
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What's On in Blackburn – Events This Week & Things To Do
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Events in Blackburn This Weekend
Friday Night Blackburn Jets Performance Training
Blackburn JETS Performance Training held at DISC on Friday evening.
Imaginarium Shared Sounds Early Years Sessions
A musical experience for young children and caregivers at The Bureau Centre for the Arts.
Sunday Social Ride - Dandenongs 7:00am - 11:00am
Blackburn Cycling Club hosts a social bicycle ride through the Dandenong Ranges.
Sunday Training Disc - by Unique Cycling
Unique Cycling hosts a Sunday training session at DISC from 9:00am to 1:00pm.
Sunday Training Disc - by Unique Cycling 9:00am - 1:00pm
Unique Cycling hosts a Sunday training session at DISC for Blackburn Cycling Club members.
Events in Blackburn This Week
Jets Beginner & Development Session @ Disc
A beginner cycling session for new riders takes place at DISC from 6 to 7 pm.
Jets Intermediate And Performance Riders @ Disc
Cycling club JETS Intermediate and Performance Riders session at DISC from 7:00pm to 10:00pm on 1 June.
Desperate Scousewives - Lily's Story
Desperate Scousewives presents Lily’s Story, a theatrical performance at Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Jets Development - Wednesday Night Ergo + Pasta Dinner! - All Age Groups Welcome
A Wednesday evening event featuring ergometer training followed by a pasta dinner, open to all age groups.
Sugar Pie Honey Bunch - Music of The Four Tops
A tribute show celebrates the music of The Four Tops at Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Friday Night Blackburn Jets Performance Training
Blackburn JETS Performance Training held at DISC on Friday evening.
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Fitness & Outdoors
Sunday Social Ride - Dandenongs 7:00am - 11:00am
Blackburn Cycling Club hosts a social bicycle ride through the Dandenong Ranges.
Sunday Training Disc - by Unique Cycling 9:00am - 1:00pm
Unique Cycling hosts a Sunday training session at DISC for Blackburn Cycling Club members.
Sunday Training Disc - by Unique Cycling
Unique Cycling hosts a Sunday training session at DISC from 9:00am to 1:00pm.
Sunday Night Sprint Training at Disc From 4pm. 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Blackburn Cycling Club hosts sprint training sessions at DISC from 4pm to 6pm.
Sunday Night Sprint Training @ Disc
A weekly sprint training session for cyclists takes place at DISC on Sunday afternoons.
Food & Drink
Jets Development - Wednesday Night Ergo + Pasta Dinner! - All Age Groups Welcome
JETS Development offers a Wednesday evening ergometer session followed by a pasta dinner for all age groups.
Nightlife & Music
Rich Hall
Comedian Rich Hall performs his acclaimed stand-up show at Darwen Library Theatre.
Fully Loaded Goes Absolute Donkers
Fully Loaded hosts a birthday bash with DJs and live music at Spitfire Fun Vault.
Paysandu vs Santa Cruz
Paysandu hosts Santa Cruz in a Serie C football match at their home venue.
Spirit of The Blitz - Armed Forces Day Special
A 1940s songbook tribute performance honors Armed Forces Day at Darwen Library Theatre.
Barefoot And Ecstatic Dance Event
A barefoot dance event takes place at The Bureau Centre for the Arts on 28 June 2026.
Blackburn Places And Events Guides
Things to do in Blackburn
Events across Blackburn include music, food, and arts offerings. You can find live performances at Darwen Library Theatre, visit the weekly market on Darwen Street, or take part in family activities near Queen's Park. Seasonal events run across outdoor markets, cultural festivals like the Annual Mela, theatre shows, and community gatherings hosted in areas such as The Cathedral Quarter and Witton.
Local happenings reflect a mix of heritage traditions and modern life. You’ll find food stalls around town centres, music during seasonal events, walking routes through Bold Venture Park or along the Leeds-Liverpool Canal, and family-friendly activities like skating lessons at Planet Ice. These are supported by venues such as The Mall and community hubs in Samlesbury and Wilpshire.
The site organises listings into clear categories: Food & Drink, Family & Kids, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Fitness & Outdoors, and Shopping & Markets. It highlights events this week and this weekend across landmarks including Blackburn Cathedral Church of St Mary’s and Queen Victoria’s Statue. You can also explore guides covering parks like Witton Country Park, community spaces in Mellor, and recurring events at venues such as The Waterloo Pavilions and Darwen Library Theatre.
Common Blackburn Questions
What kinds of events happen in Blackburn during the week?
Blackburn offers a range of weekly activities across Culture & Arts, Food & Drink, Fitness & Outdoors, and Shopping & Markets. The Blackburn Market runs every weekend with fresh produce and local crafts. Exhibitions are held at Darwen Library Theatre, which also hosts community arts programming throughout the year. Guided walks through Queen’s Park or Bold Venture Park feature seasonal themes. Events in neighbourhoods such as Witton Country Park include walking trails and family picnics.
Where do most events take place in Blackburn?
The Cathedral Quarter is a central hub, including Blackborough Cathedral Church of St Mary’s, Corporation Park, and the railway station. Darwen Street hosts local business festivals among independent shops. Pleisington serves as a residential green space for outdoor activities. Witton Country Park offers walking paths with views from Darwen Tower.
Are there family-friendly things to do in Blackburn?
Yes, families can use parks such as Queen’s Park with its Victorian lake and bowling greens, or Bold Venture Park featuring woodland trails and sculptures. Play areas are available at Pleisington and Witton Green spaces. Planet Ice offers skating lessons and fast-paced hockey suitable for children.
What nightlife and music events happen in Blackburn?
Nightlife is centred on theatres such as the Empire Theatre and Darwen Library Theatre, which host live comedy, dance performances like the Annual Mela or seasonal concerts during festivals of light. Music acts appear at venues near railway stations including The Mall’s entertainment hubs.
How can I find events happening this week or this weekend in Blackburn?
Check listings filtered by category, Nightlife & Music, Family & Kids, Culture & Arts, and Shopping & Markets, for updates on Darwen Library Theatre, Planet Ice, Queen’s Park, Witton Country Park, The Mall, Pleisington Green Space. Seasonal guides highlight recurring events like the Annual Mela or Festival of Light in dedicated sections.