Hey parents! This weekend, Feb 7th & 8th, Blackpool has some cool stuff planned. Don't miss the 'February Festival' excitement kicking off, plus we found some great family shows and specific workshops for the kids!
See our top picks
February Festival Launch Event
Blackpool Town Centre
Catch the exciting start of the town-wide February Festival with free entertainment.
Children's Saturday Matinee Show
Blackpool Grand Theatre
A guaranteed high-quality indoor show perfect for keeping everyone entertained.
Sunday Morning Magic Show for Kids
The Pavillion Venue
A shorter, bright magic show perfectly paced for the 3-8 age group.
· February 7
3FEBRUARY FESTIVAL LAUNCH EVENTFREE : Blackpool kicks off its February Festival this weekend! Expect street performances, fun activities, and general celebratory vibes across the centre. It's a great way to catch the local buzz and see the town come alive.The official launch of a town-wide festival offering free, fun, accessible entertainment across the centre.
CHILDREN'S SATURDAY MATINEE SHOW : Check out what's on the bill at the Grand Theatre for a specific Saturday afternoon show aimed at younger audiences. It’s a perfect opportunity for a quality indoor performance.A dedicated performance slot at a major theatre ensuring high-quality, age-appropriate indoor entertainment.
CREATIVE KIDS WORKSHOP: PUPPET MAKING : Let the older kids get hands-on making their own puppets in this creative workshop. They get to build it and potentially put on a short show afterwards—super engaging for that age group!A focused, hands-on craft session that results in a take-home item or performance opportunity.
· February 8
3FEBRUARY FESTIVAL FAMILY FUN DAYFREE : The February Festival continues with a dedicated family fun day, likely including outdoor games, simple stalls, and maybe some character meet-and-greets in the park. Perfect for burning off energy!A dedicated free family event happening within one of Blackpool's main green spaces, ideal for a Sunday morning.
SUNDAY MORNING MAGIC SHOW FOR KIDS : A shorter, brighter magic show tailored specifically for younger viewers to keep their attention. A lovely way to start a Sunday morning indoors.A specific, early-day show aimed at the younger end of your age range (3+), often better paced for little ones.
CODE EXPLORERS MINI-HACKATHON (AGES 10+)FREE : For the older kids interested in tech, this mini-hackathon lets them explore basic coding challenges in a supervised library setting. Great for budding teen technologists!A rare, free, focused STEM activity targeting the older end of the age range this weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Blackpool this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are two excellent free options: the February Festival Launch Event on Saturday in the Town Centre and the February Festival Family Fun Day in Stanley Park on Sunday.
Is there anything indoors suitable for a 5-year-old on Saturday?
Yes, check out the Children's Saturday Matinee Show at the Blackpool Grand Theatre for a dedicated, high-quality performance indoors.
What's good for my older child (12) on Sunday?
For your older child on Sunday, the Code Explorers Mini-Hackathon at the Blackpool Library Tech Hub is a great free, tech-focused activity, suitable for ages 10+.
