VR Club
Ever wanted to paint a world of your own into existence? Join us for this new 6-week creative journey as we design and exhibit a brand-new digital gallery. Using Open Brush, you’ll learn how to create immersive 3D artworks to take over our Edward Street space. Whether you’re a VR veteran or a complete beginner […]
Roots in the House: a celebration of Black excellence
Workshops, performance, fashion and food build towards a family-friendly catwalk competition where the audience crowns the winner – Roots in the House, a celebration of Black excellence in Blackpool lands at House of Wingz this Black History Month. House of Wingz is gearing up for its annual celebration of Black culture, creativity, queer joy and […]
Happiness! The Ken Dodd Exhibition
Opening on 24 June and running until 2 January, this major new exhibition brings Sir Ken Dodd’s extraordinary world of comedy, laughter and happiness to Blackpool in spectacular style. Packed with iconic costumes, famous tickling sticks, rare memorabilia, original notebooks, hilarious props and interactive experiences, it’s a joyful journey through the life and career of […]
Exhibition Preview: Excavation of a Traitorous Body by Holly Kilner
Holly Kilner has made her own body the subject of her first solo show and the results don’t flinch. Excavation of a Traitorous Body previews at Abingdon Studios this Thursday. Across paintings, biomorphic forms and recurring motifs, Blackpool-based disabled artist Holly Kilner charts what she describes as an ongoing negotiation between the body, the medical […]
World Fireworks Championship
The World Fireworks Championship are set to light up the skies above the seafront again this autumn. The three teams set to compete in this year’s championship have now been announced, with Wales, South Africa and Germany all returning to the resort to battle it out for the prestigious title. Each of this year’s competitors […]
Good Grief: four day festival explores loss out loud
A festival exploring grief, loss and the end of life comes to Blackpool this October, with poetry, pottery, exhibitions, music and talks presented over four days and focussed on one of life’s most universal experiences. A new festival arrives in Blackpool in early October, with four days of talks, workshops, performances and exhibitions taking place […]
Crafty Dreams: Kids Creative Workshop
Abingdon Street Market’s handmade stationary shop, The Crafty Dreams, is hosting a fun workshop for crafty kids to create and design their very own junk journal and notebook. Suitable for ages 7-12 with just five spots available. Date: Saturday 10th October Time 1.30-3.30pm Price: £8 per child Email: [email protected] or DM: @thecraftydreams on Instagram to […]