Event archive

As the world commemorates 80 years since the end of the Second World War, Blackpool’s untold wartime story takes centre stage in a compelling new exhibition at Showtown!

Roll up, roll up... all under 18 year olds and tell us your favourite jokes! Become a comedian on Showtown’s pop-up stage during the Blackpool Comedy Festival.

Help Showtown’s Youth Academy complete a variety of fun games from across time.

Help Showtown’s Youth Academy complete a variety of fun games from across time.

A masterclass in realising your very own character comedy creations with comedian and art-school dropout Gareth Joyner.

SitCom legend Jeffrey Holland, best-loved as holiday camp comic Spike Dixon in Hi-De-Hi!, will be in conversation with Britain’s Comedy Historian Robert Ross.

Michael Diamond, a professional magician and escapologist, presents an engaging talk on the life and career of Harry Houdini. <br> Learn some of Houdini’s techniques and secrets, as well as the truth behind some popular Houdini myths, including his death and dealings with fraudulent spirit mediums.

Local author Allan Wood returns to Showtown. Following on from his successful talk he continues to explore the changing face of Blackpool, looking at more well-known buildings that have gone.

Join artist Lisa Wigham to discover the town's unique signage and typography.