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TALK: Carnival, Carnival Everywhere: a look at Blackpool's 1923 Carnival

Blackpool's first ever carnival took place in 1923.

Join Showtown for this talk as we celebrate its 100th anniversary by taking a look back at the 1923 carnival that filled Blackpool's streets.

No need to book – just come along!

FREE admission.

Event times

Tuesday 4th July 2023, 1.30pm (doors)

TALK: 2pm - 3pm

Tickets

FREE event

Blackpool Central Library

Queen Street,

Blackpool

FY1 1PX

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