Events in Blackpool 2009
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Blackpool’s Events for 2009
January
Until 1 Feb The Story of The Supremes from the Mary Wilson CollectionExhibition of costumes worn by The Supremes Grundy Art Gallery
Until 4 Jan CinderellaMagical pantomime for all the family Grand Theatre
Until 18 Jan AladdinBlackpool Tower Circus Panto Blackpool Tower Circus
2 – 4 Jazz FM Soul Weekend2 nights of soul music in 6 rooms until 4am Hilton Hotel
8 – 11 Elvis Contest and Convention‘Walk a Golden Mile in my Shoes’ Norbreck Castle Hotel
9 Night of the StarsFeaturing the stars of BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing Ian Waite and Camilla Dallerup, your 2008 Strictly Champion Blackpool Tower Ballroom
10 Blackpool FC v BirminghamChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
11 Champions of Tomorrow Dance FestivalJunior and juvenile competitions in Latin and Ballroom Dancing Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens
11 The NutcrackerThe Russian State Ballet of Siberia with the Russian State Ballet Orchestra perform magical ballet masterpieces Grand Theatre
12 CoppéliaThe Russian State Ballet of Siberia with the Russian State Ballet Orchestra perform magical ballet masterpieces Grand Theatre
13 GiselleThe Russian State Ballet of Siberia with the Russian State Ballet Orchestra perform magical ballet masterpieces Grand Theatre
14 The Story of The Supremes from the Mary Wilson Collection -Adult WorkshopVintage fashion accessory and music workshop Grundy Art Gallery
24 Flying High Boxing Featuring Blackpool‘s own Brian Rose with Chief support from Jack Arnfield Tower Lounge Bar
24 – 25 British Homing World Show of the YearRacing pigeon show with birds and trade stands Winter Gardens
24 – 25 Blackpool Gazette Travel & Leisure ShowNow it it’s 24th year Norbreck Castle Hotel
25 Pasadena Roof OrchestraUnstoppable mix of swing and hot dance music Grand Theatre
27 Blackpool FC v QPRChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
29 Status Quo“Pictures” – 40 years of hits tour Opera House, Winter Gardens
31 Soul at the TowerRuss Winstanley and other legendary DJ‘s from the UK‘s iconic soul venues past and present, play their tribute to 50 years of Motown Records, Blackpool Mecca and the best in soul music. Blackpool Tower Ballroom
February
1 Circus of HorrorsFabulously bizarre show from Dr Haze and his evil ensemble Grand Theatre
1 Youth Entertainment Festival of Great BritainNorth West heat of Youth Brass Band Championships Winter Gardens
2 – 7 Murder With LoveExciting thriller Starring Leslie Grantham (EastEnders’ Dirty Den) Grand Theatre
6 Russell BrandThe controversial dextrous linguist returns to Blackpool Opera House, Winter Gardens.
6 – 8 International Professional Pool Players CompetitionWorld class players compete for the title Imperial Hotel
7 Blackpool FC v DoncasterChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
8 Die FledermausPresented by Opera della Luna Grand Theatre
9 – 12 Schools Alive!Exciting opportunity for Blackpool’s school children to perform on the magnificent main stage Grand Theatre
13 Showzam! Carnival Ball 1950’s style carnival ball showcasing the best in neo variety Blackpool Tower Ballroom
13 – 22 Showzam!Blackpool’s annual festival of Magic, Circus and New Variety Various Venues
13 – 22 Showzam! CentralThe heart of the Showzam Festival Olympia , Winter Gardens
13 – 22 Showzam! Circus of Wonders A Journey of discovery through the history of traditional and unconventional circus. Includes 5 live side shows, costumes and props (weekends only) Olympia, Winter Gardens
14 Showzam! Magic ShowFeaturing some of the most amazing artists and newest magic techniques from around the world Opera House
14 – 15 Showzam! Miss Behave’s Variety NightyAdult New Variety Show Grand Theatre
14 – 22 Showzam! Strictly Come Laughing with MookyFamily Circus Magic Blackpool Tower
Sat and Sun14 Feb – 5 April Fun WeekendsAmazing Rides and Attractions Pleasure Beach
15 Winter Gardens Wedding FairHundreds of ideas to make your special day perfect in every way Winter Gardens
20 Rod Stewart Convention‘Tonight’s the Night’! Norbreck Castle Hotel
20 – 21 North West Stages RallyNigh time Rally action, North Promenade (20th February)Daytime Spectator stage North Promenade (am 21 February) Spectator Stages: North Promenade and Pontins
20 – 22 Blackpool Magicians Club Convention57th year of the world’s largest magic convention Winter Gardens
21 Blackpool FC v WatfordChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
21 Showzam! Parade ( from 4pm approx)Showzam! takes to the streets to celebrate the festival finale Town Centre
21 Showzam! “Heat the Streets”Fire, Music, Magic, Street Performance from Walk the Plank and the steaming finale “ Full Steam” by Dark Spark Town Centre/ Central Car Park
22 Great North West Half MarathonA unique road race along Blackpool’s famous promenade Promenade
23 – 28 Agatha Christie’s Spiders WebAll Star Cast Grand Theatre
March
1 North West Regional Brass Band ChampionshipsNorth West heat of national competition Winter Gardens
3 Blackpool FC v BurnleyChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
3 – 7 Horrible HistoriesExciting new production with actors and ground breaking 3D special effects Grand Theatre
7 ElbowMercury Prize winning band’s UK Tour Empress Ballroom, Winter Gardens
7 Blackpool FC v Norwich CityChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
7 – 8 George Formby Society ConventionQuarterly gathering of members of the George Formby Society Winter Gardens
8 Stanley Park 10k RunSet in the grounds of the stunning historic park Stanley Park
10 – 14 J B Priestley’s An Inspector CallsA smash hit all over the World Grand Theatre
13 – 15 BCM Festivals 60’s WeekendFantastic all star line up Norbreck Castle Hotel
13 – 15 33rd Blackpool Chess Conference
A new venue for this historic Blackpool event Blackpool Football Club
15 An Evening of Mediumship with Gordon SmithTop psychic Medium Grand Theatre
15 Fairground Model ShowPresented by the Fairground Association of Great Britain Paradise RoomPleasure Beach
15 – 16 Blackpool Festival of Hair and BeautyEurope’s largest and foremost Hairdressing Championships Winter Gardens
19 – 21 “Thriller” LiveCelebrating the incredible career of Michael Jackson, featuring a full West End cast Grand Theatre
21 Blackpool FC v SouthamptonChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
22 Northern Amateur Radio SocietyAnnual convention and exhibition Norbreck Castle Hotel
23 Puccini’s TurandotEllen Kent presents Puccini’s final masterpiece Grand Theatre
24 Verdi’s AidaVerdi’s tragic love story brought dramatically to life Grand Theatre
26 – 29 World Fitness ExperienceAnnual exhibition for fitness enthusiasts Winter Gardens
28 A Feast of Gilbert and Sullivan 2Exciting extracts from all the Gilbert and Sullivan operas,with the British Concert Orchestra. Grand Theatre
28 – 9 May Ruth ClaxtonEmerging British Artist transforms original Wedgwood Figures into sinister objects suspended upon illusionary structures Grundy Art Gallery
29 The Solid Silver 60’sStarring The Searchers, Wayne Fontana, The Merseybeats, John Walker and the Dakotas Grand Theatre
31 – 4 April Roald Dahl’s The BFGA whizzcracking new stage show for all the family Grand Theatre
April
3 prov BBC TV Antiques RoadshowThe long running series searches through treasured items for interesting and valuable antiques Blackpool Tower Ballroom
3 Bat, The SymphonyThe songs of “ Bat out of Hell “ Performed with a full orchestra and the voice of Steve Steinman Opera House, Winter Gardens
4 Blackpool FC v PlymouthChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
4 – 5 Waterloo Bowling Mixed PairsCrown Green Bowling Competitions Waterloo Bowling GreenWaterloo Road
5 Blackpool Marathon and Half MarathonRun along Blackpool’s Promenade passing iconic buildings and structures including Blackpool Tower and The Big One Promenade
6 – 11 Dreamboats and PetticoatsThe ultimate British Rock and Roll Musical Grand Theatre
12 Basil Brush’s High Skool ManiaLegendary superstar Basil Brush hits town with his fabulous family laughter show Grand Theatre
10 – 13 Blackpool Easter Hockey FestivalCompetitive tournament for men’s, women’s and mixed teams Stanley Park and Various
11 Roy ‘Chubby’ BrownOutrageous Adult Comedy Opera House, Winter Gardens
12 – 13 Vintage Bike Show and Car ShowDisplaying attractive and unique vintage vehicles Norbreck Castle Hotel
11 – 13 The Blackpool CupInternational Youth Soccer Tournament Various
12 Jane McDonaldSet to thrill with her own unique mixture of music and laughter Opera House, Winter Gardens
13 Blackpool FC v ReadingChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
13 – 18 Ice Skating FestivalGet your skates on for dancing on ice Arena, Pleasure Beach
13 – 19 Blackpool Dance Festival For JuniorsInternational competition in Latin American, Ballroom and Sequence Dancing Blackpool Tower Ballroom
14 Ross NobleVoted one of the top ten stand- ups of all time by Channel 4 viewers Opera House, Winter Gardens
14 – 18 Singin’ in the RainStarring West End and Broadway star Tim Flavin Grand Theatre
18 Apr – 1 May Waterloo Bowling Spring WaterlooCrown Green Bowling Competitions Waterloo Bowling GreenWaterloo Road
19 prov Ride Safe Bike Safe “ Rendezvous”Motor Bike Enthusiasts gathering TBC
25 Blackpool FC v Nottingham ForestChampionship Fixture Bloomfield RoadStadium
26 Classic Car Event (Provisional)Gathering of a whole host of classic vehicles St Chads Headland, South Promenade
29 – 2 May My Fair LadyPresented by the Blackpool Operatic Players Grand Theatre
May
2 Waterloo Bowling Mixed Pairs FinalCrown Green Bowling Competitions Waterloo Bowling GreenWaterloo Road
4 Derren BrownTop Hypnotist Opera House, Winter Gardens
10 Beaverbrooks Blackpool Promenade 10k Fun RunWell supported annual fun run in aid of local charities Promenade
11 Roy ‘Chubby’ BrownOutrageous Adult Comedy Opera HouseWinter Gardens
11 Keyboard CavalcadeEverything for the organ and keyboard enthusiast Blackpool Tower Ballroom
13 – 16 Waterloo Bowling Spring Waterloo Sub FinalsCrown Green Bowling Competitions Waterloo Bowling GreenWaterloo Road
16 – 17 Blackpool PrideCelebrating diversity in the community with entertainment, shows and Promenade Parade Promenade and various
18 – 23 CabaretStarring Wayne Sleep as Emcee and I’d Do Anything’s Samantha Barks as Sally Bowles Grand Theatre
21 – 29 Blackpool Dance Festival The world’s foremost festival of dance Empress Ballroom Winter Gardens
21 – 29 Dance Festival ExhibitionExhibition by suppliers of dance shoes, dresses, suits etc. Imperial Hotel
22 – 25 Out 2 DanceDance steps out onto the Promenade and streets of Blackpool Various Venues
22 – 4 July SideshowContemporary artwork examines magic, circus and fairground experiences in domestic or mundane environments Grundy Art Gallery
23 British Cycling Junior International 5 Nations Event Middle and Lower WalksNorth Shore
23 Roy ‘Chubby’ BrownOutrageous Adult Comedy Opera HouseWinter Gardens
24 Waterloo Bowling Spring Waterloo Final DayCrown Green Bowling Competitions Waterloo Bowling GreenWaterloo Road
24 Spring Waterloo FinalBowling Competition Waterloo Bowling Green
24 Fighting Cancer 5K RunFun run in aid of cancer charity Stanley Park ArenaWest Park Drive
25 – 30 Dinner Ladies by Victoria WoodNational tour with original TV cast members Andrew Dunn as Tony and Shobna Golati as Anita Grand Theatre
25 Prov International Youth Cycling Competition (Provisional)Get on your bike and join in the fun! Promenade, North Shore
25 One Night of QueenOne of the country’s finest Queen tributes Opera House, Winter Gardens
29 BBC Radio 2 “The Organist Entertains”UK’s favourite radio station returns to Blackpool Blackpool Tower Ballroom
30 Dave SpikeyPopular Comedian’s “Best Medicine Tour” Opera House, Winter Gardens
30 – 31 World Freestyle Dance ChampionshipsCompetitive dancing championships Blackpool Tower Ballroom
June
5 Blackpool 50 Race WalkCompetitive Race Walk Stanley Park
9 National Tour Series (Road Race Cycling) TBC
14 Great Manchester to Blackpool Car RunAnnual vehicular spectacular Finish Promenade nr. Sandcastle Waterpark
15 –21 Waterloo Bowling Ladies Waterloo QualifiersCrown Green Bowling Competitions Waterloo Bowling GreenWaterloo Road
20 – 21 George Formby Society ConventionQuarterly gathering of members of the George Formby Society Winter Gardens
22 – 4 July Blood BrothersWilly Russell’s international smash hit returns to Blackpool Grand Theatre
26 Miss Blackpool 2009 Competition Heat 1Blackpool’s annual beauty search Blackpool Tower Lounge
26 – 28 Blackpool Championship Dog Show
The only Championship dog show in Lancashire, with over 10,000 dogs
Crown Fields, Westby Way
26 – 28 Blackpool British Armed Forces and Veterans WeekendBlackpool celebrates and honours those who serve and have served Various Venues
27 Jake and ElwoodThe Blues Brothers Opera House, Winter Gardens
28 Totally TransportHistoric Transport and Motor Show New South Promenade
29 – 9 July World Pool ChampionshipsInternational pool competition Imperial Hotel
July
3 Jimmy CarrJoke Technician Tour Opera HouseWinter Gardens
3 Miss Blackpool 2009 Competition Heat 2Blackpool’s annual beauty search Blackpool Tower Lounge
3 – 5 Prov. Blackpool Cycle Fest Tons and tons of fun on your bike Various
7 – tbc The ProducersBlackpool’s Premier Theatre Company Present this Mel Brooks classic Grand Theatre
10 Miss Blackpool 2009 Competition Heat 3Blackpool’s annual beauty search Blackpool Tower Lounge
12 2009 Northern Rail Cup and Northern Rail 9s competitionRugby Football League Blackpool Football Club Stadium
12 Bike Trials UK Series of challenges for extreme cycling experts Lower Promenade, Gynn Square
12 Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride Annual charity cycle ride Finish: Solaris Centre, New South Promenade
17 Miss Blackpool 2009 Competition Heat 4Blackpool’s annual beauty search Blackpool Tower Lounge
18 Bispham with Norbreck Children’s Gala Gala Field All Hallows Road
18 – 12 Sept Rank Exhibition of wealth and status, Includes contemporary and historically important work from the collections of the British Museum and the Tate Gallery. Grundy Art Gallery
19 - 26 Stan James World Matchplay Darts Winter Gardens
24 Miss Blackpool 2009 Competition Heat 5Blackpool’s annual beauty search Blackpool Tower Lounge
26 Prov Lambretta Owners Club Rally of classic scooters TBC
26 Blackpool Obedience Dog Show – Tower Dog Training ClubMore than 300 entries from all over the UK Stanley Park Showground,East Park Drive
30 – 4 Aug Ricoh Women’s British Open Attracting the world’s top women golfers Royal Lytham St Annes Golf Course
31 Miss Blackpool 2009 Competition Heat 6Blackpool’s annual beauty search Blackpool Tower Lounge
August
1 Prov Nocturne Cycle Race ( Provisional)Night-time cycle race Promenade/ Town Centre
4 – 23 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor DreamcoatTim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical explodes into life. Grand Theatre
5 Prov National Playday EventFun for all the family St Chads HeadlandSouth Promenade
6 – 9 Rebellion 09 Punk Festival Winter Gardens
7 Miss Blackpool 2009 Competition Heat 7Blackpool’s annual beauty search Blackpool Tower Lounge
9 Prov Air Display (Provisional)The skies above Blackpool will once again be filled with the wonderful sights of modern and classic aircraft Promenade
21 Miss Blackpool 2009 Competition Grand FinalWho will be this year’s title holder? Empress BallroomWinter Gardens
23 Junior Waterloo Bowling CompetitionJuvenile bowls competition Waterloo Hotel
28 – 30 UDO World Street Dance ChampionshipsAnnual competition for all ages in all disciplines of street and break dancing Winter Gardens
29 – 30 Tractor Pulling ChampionshipsTraditional faming event Great Eccleston, nrBlackpool
September
1 prov Ride The LightsEnjoy a sneak preview of the Illuminations on your bike In a traffic free environment Promenade
4 Blackpool Illuminations Switch On CeremonyJoin us as a mystery celebrity flicks the switch to mark the start of the 2009 display TBC
4 – 8 Nov The Blackpool Illuminations and Festival of LightThe greatest free light show on earth, with a new display for 2009 Promenade and various
5 Hilton Illuminations 10k Fun RunIlluminated charity fun run Start: Hilton Hotel 11am
5 Blackpool IllumathonLadies Midnight Charity Walk through Blackpool’s famous lights Promenade Illuminations
6 United Kingdom Bus Driver of the YearAnnual competition for drivers from all over the UK North Promenade
6 prov World Firework Championship, BlackpoolInternational pyrotechnic companies compete for the prestigious title Central Promenade
6, 13, 20. Heats27 Final Big One Junior Talent CompetitionTalented youngsters take to the stage to show off their skills Pleasure Beach
10 – 13 International Beach Volleyball , CEV European Championship Tour, The English MastersTop international beach volleyball action – one of the most entertaining fast paced outdoor sports you will ever see St Chads Headland, South Promenade
11 prov World Firework Championship, BlackpoolInternational pyrotechnic companies compete for the prestigious title Central Promenade
12 - 16 Autumn Waterloo Bowling FinalsFinals week for bowling tournament Waterloo Bowling Green
12 – 13 George Formby Society ConventionQuarterly gathering of members of the George Formby Society Winter Gardens
13 Ladies Waterloo FinalLadies bowling Waterloo Bowling Green
13 Fleetwood Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K Road RaceChallenging road races for all Marine HallEsplanade, Fleetwood
13 Ford Owners Club RallyDisplaying classic and modern Ford cars Middle Walk
18 Waterloo Plate FinalWaterloo bowling finals Waterloo Bowling Green
18 prov World Firework Championship, BlackpoolInternational pyrotechnic companies compete for the prestigious title Central Promenade
25 prov World Firework Championship, BlackpoolInternational pyrotechnic companies compete for the prestigious title Central Promenade
26 – 27 Champion of Champions WeekendCrown Green Bowling Competitions Waterloo Bowling GreenWaterloo Road
October
2 prov World Firework Championship, BlackpoolInternational pyrotechnic companies compete for the prestigious title Central Promenade
10 – 11 British Freestyle ChampionshipsDance competitions in “Grand Prix” Rock and Roll , Street Dance and more Empress Ballroom Winter Gardens
11 Blackpool North Pier to Fleetwood 10 mile Road RaceChallenging race taking in the best of the Fylde coast Coastal Run
17 – 20 Blackpool Sequence Dance FestivalClassical, Modern and Latin Sequence Dancing (Juniors 18th Oct) Empress BallroomWinter Gardens
18 – 23 100 years of Blackpool Airport Look out for details as Blackpool celebrates in style! Details to be confirmed
29 – 1 Nov Blackpool 16th Annual Rock and Roll WeekendResidential Weekend of Rock and Rock Savoy Hotel
November
8 Final Night of the Blackpool IlluminationsThe annual spectacular draws to a close for 2009 Promenade
19 - 21 British National Dance ChampionshipsThree days of competition for British competitors of all ages Empress BallroomWinter Gardens
21 – 22 George Formby Society ConventionQuarterly gathering of members of the George Formby Society Winter Gardens
December
3 – 6 Jingle Bell RockWeekend of Rock and Roll Music Savoy Hotel
5 – 6 UK Disco Kids CompetitionYoungsters compete for disco dancing title Blackpool Tower Ballroom
Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of this information however the Netherton House cannot be held responsible for any changes to details that may occur. You are advised to confirm event information before travelling to Blackpool.
