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Events in Blackburn From 11th May – 17th May 2026
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You can find a range of activities in Blackburn this week. If you're looking to stay active, there are sessions for fitness and outdoor exercise. These include cycling on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath, a short walk in Witton Country Park, or a more intense training session. For cultural events, there are performances and workshops available. You can check out music from smaller venues near Blackburn Station, or take part in creative art and journaling sessions. There are also paint-and-sip evenings, and exhibitions showcasing local artists. Families can attend themed events like the K-Pop Kids Party, and children can enjoy the free 'Meet the Bees' day at Cherry Tree Library. There are also social gatherings and business networking events. Consider using the Ribble Valley Line for easier access to nearby events. The Cathedral Quarter Interchange is central for rail connections via Northern Trains. A short drive away, you can find events at Dandenongs, which is outside the city. A short drive away, the Post House Cafe & Bar is also outside the city centre. You can find more events at The Bureau Centre for the Arts. Check the listings below for times and venues.
Monday 11th May
Jets Beginner & Development Session @ Disc
A beginner and development cycling session for JETS participants at DISC, running from 6:00pm to 7:00pm on 11 May.
Jets Beginner & Development Session @ Disc 6:00pm - 7:00pm, 11 May
A cycling session for beginners and development at DISC, hosted by Blackburn Cycling Club.
Jets Intermediate And Performance Riders @ Disc
Intermediate and performance cycling riders train at DISC from 7:00pm to 10:00pm on 11 May.
Jets Intermediate And Performance Riders @ Disc 7:00pm - 10:00pm, 11 May
JETS Intermediate and Performance Riders cycling session at DISC from 7:00pm to 10:00pm.
Tuesday 12th May
Santa Cruz vs Inter de Limeira
Santa Cruz plays Inter de Limeira in a football match on May 12, 2026.
Wednesday 13th May
Paint Daisy The Highland Cow - The Willows, Blackburn
A paint-and-sip evening where attendees create art of a Highland cow at The Willows in Blackburn.
Prep Showcase
Pupils perform music, speech, and drama in a showcase at Westholme's Croston Theatre.
Business Networking in Blackburn , Lancashire - Bni Zeus
A business networking event at Hampton by Hilton Blackburn hosted by BNI Zeus.
Jets Development - Wednesday Night Ergo + Pasta Dinner! - All Age Groups Welcome
A community event combining an evening ergo session with a pasta dinner, open to all age groups.
Jets Development - Wednesday Night Ergo + Pasta Dinner! - All Age Groups Welcome…
JETS Development session with ERGO ergometer workout and pasta dinner for all ages at DISC on 13 May.
Blackburn Festival of Light Street Band
A street band performs at the Blackburn Festival of Light at The Bureau Centre for the Arts.
Thursday 14th May
Paint Daisy The Highland Cow - The Post House, Baxenden
A paint-and-sip event at Post House Cafe & Bar, featuring creative fun with wine and relaxation.
Maternal Journal - Creative Journaling Through Pregnancy, Birth And Beyond
A creative journaling workshop exploring pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experiences.
Mercer Hall Book Festival - Author Naz Shah mp
Author Naz Shah MP will appear at the Mercer Hall Book Festival on 14 May 2026.
Photography Workshops
Photography workshops hosted at The Bureau Centre for the Arts.
Racket! - Singing Group @ The Bureau
A singing group performs at The Bureau Centre for the Arts in Blackburn.
Mercer Hall Book Festival - Authors Eleanor Bruce And Lucilla Gray
Authors Eleanor Bruce and Lucilla Gray appear at the Mercer Hall Book Festival on 14 May 2026.
Friday 15th May
Connor Ryan From Let it Shine.
Comedian Connor Ryan performs his 'Let It Shine' stand-up show at Istanbul Grill Radcliffe.
Artspace
ArtSPACE returns monthly at The Bureau Centre for the Arts, inviting artists and performers to share their work.
Mercer Hall Book Festival - Author Antonia Senior
Author Antonia Senior appears at the Mercer Hall Book Festival on 15 May 2026.
Mercer Hall Book Festival - Author Elinor Cleghorn
Author Elinor Cleghorn appears at the Mercer Hall Book Festival on 15 May 2026.
Art Space at The Bureau
An art exhibition hosted at The Bureau Centre for the Arts.
Friday Night Blackburn Jets Performance Training 6:00pm - 8:30pm, 15 May
Blackburn JETS Performance Training session takes place at DISC on 15 May from 6:00pm to 8:30pm.
Friday Night Blackburn Jets Performance Training
Blackburn JETS offers performance training for cyclists on Friday evening.
Saturday 16th May
Sveta & Slava
Russian cellist Svetlana Mochalova and Ukrainian pianist Slava Sidorenko perform a classical music recital at Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery
How to Spin Enchantment- Storytelling Performance by Tim Ralphs
Tim Ralphs performs a storytelling show titled 'How to Spin Enchantment' at The Bureau Centre for the Arts.
Women's Floating Sound Bath & Spa Experience.
Participants experience deep relaxation through a floating sound bath spa session in a candlelit setting.
Experimenting With Line! - Creative Cafe
A creative arts session exploring line-based experimentation at The Bureau Centre for the Arts.
How to Spin Enchantment - Storytelling Performance by Tim Ralphs
Tim Ralphs performs a storytelling show at The Bureau Centre for the Arts.
Santa Cruz vs Volta Redonda
Santa Cruz faces Volta Redonda in a football match on May 16, 2026, at 9:00 PM.
Sunday 17th May
Sing - Charity Sing-a-long
A family-friendly charity sing-along event at Reel Cinema Blackburn, encouraging attendees to sing and donate teabags.
'Meet The Bees' - Cherry Tree Apiary Open Day (Free)
A free family-friendly event at Cherry Tree Library featuring bee-themed activities and education.
Sunday Social Ride - Yarra Boulevard [Updated Route]
Blackburn Cycling Club hosts a Sunday morning ride along Yarra Boulevard with an updated route.
Sunday Social Ride - Three Creeks Loop
A group cycling event along the Three Creeks Loop route on 17 May, starting at 7:00 AM.
Sunday Social Ride - Three Creeks Loop 7:00am - 11:00am, 17 May
A morning cycling event on the Three Creeks Loop route on 17 May.
Sunday Training Disc - by Unique Cycling
A cycling training session hosted by Unique Cycling at Blackburn Cycling Club on 17 May.
K-pop Kids Party
A K-Pop-themed party event for children at Mytton Fold Hotel.
Sunday Night Sprint Training at Disc
A weekly sprint training session for cyclists takes place at DISC on Sundays from 4 to 6 PM.