What's on in Blackburn
Thursday 13 February 2025
Tom Stade

Tom Stade
Darwen Library Theatre, Blackburn
The hilarious Canadian superstar stand-up returns with his latest show, Risky Business.. Tom's funny and today's funny don't always see eye-to-eye, but that's cool; it's not Tom's way to follow the herd. He much prefers to take the path les...Murder : Staged
Murder : Staged
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour - research psychologist and psychopathy expert Cheish Merryweather will be bringing to the stage for the very first time MURDER:STAGED."So you think you could get away wi...Friday 14 February 2025
The Rod Stewart Songbook
The Rod Stewart Songbook
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
The Rod Stewart Songbook's spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring Pete McCall, Europe's foremost tribute. Along with his sensational live band, you will be taken on a musical journey spanning 50 year...Saturday 15 February 2025
The Adult Panto - Jack and His Giant Stalk

The Adult Panto - Jack and His Giant Stalk
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Extending the panto season into the new year the Market Theatre company are back for their 21st year of touring the UK with their unique brand of Adult Pantomime. Appealing to everyone from ages 16-80, their Adult Panto differs from others ...Erasured - The Ultimate Erasure Tribute

Erasured - The Ultimate Erasure Tribute
The Sound Lounge Darwen, Blackburn
In 1995 Mark Rodway appeared on ITV's "Stars In Their Eyes" (and again for the 1995 Christmas Special) as Erasure's Andy Bell, to universal acclaim. He met Pete Faint in 1996 and the pair began writing original material together and at th...Friday 21 February 2025
Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green
Man of the World: The Music of Peter Green
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. Guitarist Remi Harris will be joined by vocalist Dave Small, bassist Tom Moore and Shane Dixon on drums to perform music from throughout Peter Green's car...Saturday 22 February 2025
Duran Duran Experience

Duran Duran Experience
The Sound Lounge Darwen, Blackburn
Enjoy a live performance of all your favourite Duran Duran hits including 'Girls On Film', 'Hungry Like The Wolf', 'The Reflex', 'Rio' and more from these 'Wild Boys'. The Duran Duran Experience have been established as the premier Duran Du...Wednesday 26 February 2025
Rossendale Tech Talk

Rossendale Tech Talk
Rossendale Bike Hub, Blackburn
This Lancashire Digital Hub event has been organised on behalf of Rossendale Borough Council...Friday 28 February 2025
Shabaz Ali

Shabaz Ali
King George's Hall, Blackburn
Join Shabaz Ali, @ShabazSays, as he takes to the stage in his debut live comedy tour. Jam packed with his roaring, on point and hugely requested observations of the mindboggling lengths that are taken to present a 'perfect' life online. Fro...Saturday 1 March 2025
Boomtoon Basement

Boomtoon Basement
The Basement Borough Road Darwen, Blackburn
Oldschool legends return to The Basement, a real underground club. Another night not to be missed on the High On Hope musical extravaganzas....Saturday 8 March 2025
Eshaan Akbar

Eshaan Akbar
Darwen Library Theatre, Blackburn
Eshaan Akbar is back doing jokes on tour! His debut tour, the Pretender, was described by The Times as "pretty sick" (not an actual quote) so this one is likely to be mad good. Eshaan has supported some of the biggest acts in the UK, includ...Bada Bingo Feat. Kevin & Perry - Blackburn 8/3/25

Bada Bingo Feat. Kevin & Perry - Blackburn 8/3/25
Buzz Bingo Blackburn, Blackburn
GO LARGE OR GO HOME Bada Bingo are bringing you top dee-jays Kevin and Perry for a night of old school trance, euphoria and banging Ibiza classics...Friday 14 March 2025
Justin Moorhouse

Justin Moorhouse
Darwen Library Theatre, Blackburn
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Justin returns with "The Greatest Performance of My Life". After a successful and extensively extended tour of his 2022 show Stretch and Think (which you can catch in full on YouTube), he's back ...Saturday 15 March 2025
Wednesday 19 March 2025
The Totally Improvised Musical

The Totally Improvised Musical
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Every night is opening night as the team of top improvisers, create a completely unscripted comedy musical from your suggestions. A brand-new show from the award-winning team behind ComedySportz (Best Alternative Act - North West Comedy Awa...Thursday 20 March 2025
Past to the Future - Chorley SSP
Past to the Future - Chorley SSP
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Chorley SSP Presents: This Year's Primary Dance Competition Chorley SSP presents this year's Primary Dance Competition, where local schools compete to be crowned this year's Chorley Dance Champions and for a place to compete in this year'...Friday 21 March 2025
Geoff Norcott

Geoff Norcott
Darwen Library Theatre, Blackburn
Conservative Party supporting comedian Geoff Norcott is working on his fifth national tour show, and takes to the road with his new tour Basic Bloke following on the back of "Conswervative", "Traditionalism", "Taking Liberties" and "I Blame...Legends of Motown

Legends of Motown
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the ...Rossendale Tech Lunch & Learn

Rossendale Tech Lunch & Learn
Rossendale Bike Hub, Blackburn
This Lancashire Digital Hub event has been organised on behalf of Rossendale Borough Council...Saturday 22 March 2025
Empire Comedy Club
Empire Comedy Club
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Get ready for a night of top-tier comedy at the Empire Comedy Club, where the laughs are non-stop, and the ticket price is just £7.50-a bargain for a triple-headline show featuring some of the UK's most exciting comedy talent! Hosted by th...Sunday 23 March 2025
Masters of Deception
Masters of Deception
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
"Masters of Deception" brings you the very best in magic and illusion, featuring none other than Richard Jones, "The Military Mind-Reader." As the only magician to have ever won Britain's Got Talent, Richard combines his 12 years of British...Thursday 27 March 2025
Evening with Paul Merson with host Perry Groves
Evening with Paul Merson with host Perry Groves
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Join us for An Evening with Paul Merson, as the football star discusses his illustrious career with Arsenal, Aston Villa, Middlesbrough, Portsmouth and England. He'll talk about games, dressing room/training ground stories, managers, fall...Friday 28 March 2025
Women in Rock

Women in Rock
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Dance and sing along to this spectacular show celebrating 5 decades of the world's greatest female rock legends. From Quatro to Joplin, Cher to Turner, Pink to Blondie, Heart to Benatar, the set list is endless with one classic after anothe...Saturday 29 March 2025
Black Parade - 00's Emo Anthems

Black Parade - 00's Emo Anthems
Sunbird Records, Blackburn
The U.K's biggest emo party! Come dance to all the biggest emo bangers from: My Chemical Romance, Paramore, A Day To Remember, Jimmy Eat World, Pierce The Veil, Panic! At The Disco, Taking Back Sunday, Mayday Parade, Enter Shikari, All Amer...Richard Blackwood

Richard Blackwood
Darwen Library Theatre, Blackburn
Richard Blackwood brings his jam packed hour of pure heavyweight punchlines and anecdotes. Get set for a night that's not just comedy - it's a rollercoaster of laughter, stories, and a sneak peek into Richard's incredible 30-year journey. C...Richard Blackwood

Richard Blackwood
Darwen Library Theatre, Blackburn
Richard Blackwood brings his jam packed hour of pure heavyweight punchlines and anecdotes. Get set for a night that's not just comedy - it's a rollercoaster of laughter, stories, and a sneak peek into Richard's incredible 30-year journey. C...Moments of Pleasure - The Ultimate Tribute to Kate Bush

Moments of Pleasure - The Ultimate Tribute to Kate Bush
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Tribute band Moments Of Pleasure are considered by many to be the next best thing to listening to Kate Bush herself! This 5 piece band features the stunning vocals of Lisa-Marie Walters, as seen on BBC, ITV and heard on BBC 5 and various B...Wailing Banshee

Wailing Banshee
The Sound Lounge Darwen, Blackburn
Wailing Banshee with support from Fraxure and shadow company....Sunday 30 March 2025
Rachel Fairburn

Rachel Fairburn
Darwen Library Theatre, Blackburn
Co-host of international smash hit podcast All Killa No Filla, renowned Manchester stand up comedian and "rock'n'roll star of British Comedy" (Rolling Stone), Rachel Fairburn is back with a brand-new tour, Side Eye. She's bringing...Tuesday 1 April 2025
Chris McCausland

Chris McCausland
King George's Hall, Blackburn
A brand-new show for 2025! You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Royal Variety, QI, Blankety Blank, The Last Leg, and tons more as well. He's been called an "o...Thursday 3 April 2025
Laurence Jones

Laurence Jones
Sunbird Records, Blackburn
Laurence Jones has developed a virtuoso pedigree as one the UK's hottest guitar players. With passionate riffs, soloing and catchy songs, his cross over sound inducted him into the British Blues Hall Of Fame, which lead him to support the l...Friday 4 April 2025
Ultimate 70s Show

Ultimate 70s Show
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
The Ultimate 70s Show is a totally live tribute to the rock and pop idols of the 1970s, featuring the music of Slade, T. Rex, The Sweet, David Bowie, Suzi Quatro, Alice Cooper, Mott the Hoople and Queen to name but a few. It was the decad...Saturday 5 April 2025
Sunday 6 April 2025
The Very Best of Tommy Cooper

The Very Best of Tommy Cooper
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
With the blessing of the Tommy Cooper Estate, this hilarious one-man show written and performed by Danny Taylor focuses on the much missed West Country comedian and magician's legendary act, recapturing his trademark mayhem and misfiring ma...Tuesday 8 April 2025
Wednesday 9 April 2025
Wonders of Our Universe
Wonders of Our Universe
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Immerse yourself in an evening of exploration, each second meticulously crafted to produce a visually stunning and emotionally charged journey through the cosmos, delivered in a distinctive storytelling style, allowing imaginations to roam ...Friday 11 April 2025
Bollywood Time Machine

Bollywood Time Machine
Darwen Library Theatre, Blackburn
Embark on a journey through the dynamic decades with Bollywood Time Machine! From the groovy 60s to the contemporary hits of today, immerse yourself in an evening filled with laughter, dance, and timeless melodies from enchanting voices of ...The Spirit Levelers

The Spirit Levelers
The Sound Lounge Darwen, Blackburn
The Spirit Levellers are a levellers tribute band, from north Yorkshire,...Saturday 12 April 2025
Whole Lotta Shakin' - The Shakin' Stevens Story

Whole Lotta Shakin' - The Shakin' Stevens Story
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Fully endorsed by members of Shaky's own family, the award-winning tribute to the UK's biggest selling singles artist of the 1980's - Whole Lotta Shakin' - The Shakin' Stevens Story is a nostalgic celebration, jam packed with feel-good Roc...Sunday 13 April 2025
Sleeping Beauty
Sleeping Beauty
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
We are thrilled to welcome back the legendary Linda Lusardi and the sensational Lucy Kane to Blackburn Empire Theatre in the spellbinding Easter Pantomime, Sleeping Beauty! This magical production by Tom Rolfe Productions promises laughter,...Wednesday 16 April 2025
Tiny Tim's Biggest Adventure

Tiny Tim's Biggest Adventure
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
7 years ago Tiny Tim (Manchester comedian Tim Bradbury) decided to go on his own adventure navigating through adult life and posting about his calls on social media. With over 120 million views on YouTube and over 10 million followers on al...Friday 18 April 2025
Saturday 19 April 2025
Sunday 20 April 2025
The Magic of Science
The Magic of Science
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hang on to your seats as we transform the Empire Theatre into a real life science laboratory. Experience the non-stop action packed interactive magical science exper...Thursday 24 April 2025
Steptoe & Son Live

Steptoe & Son Live
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
You wouldn't think it was possible for this 'rag and boning' duo to still be at it after all this time, but here they are! Albert is still a dirty old man and Harold is as pretentious as ever. Come and join Steptoe & Son for all the hilar...Friday 25 April 2025
A Tribute to Sting & the Police - Starring the Rozzers
A Tribute to Sting & the Police - Starring the Rozzers
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
The Rozzers have been entertaining audiences as the No. 1 tribute toSting and The Police for over a decade. Fronted by Sting look andsound-a-like Owen James, the band perform at festivals, on cruiseships and now they embark on a new UK thea...Saturday 26 April 2025
Pinked Floyd - Tribute to Pink Floyd
