Fleetwood News and Events

Planning your Fleetwood trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Fleetwood such as events and attractions, to make your Fleetwood visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Fleetwood, you’ll find everything you need for your Fleetwood holiday on Whats On in Fleetwood.com. Our What’s On Fleetwood guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Fleetwood – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Fleetwood by checking out our News and Events Calendar page.

See what's On in Fleetwood. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.

Fleetwood News, Things to Do April 18, 2026

'Blackpool the place the UK comes to play' - what we know about the resort's City of Culture 2029 bid
by Vanessa Sims on October 22, 2026 at 12:08 am
As Blackpool basks today in the fabulous news it has been shortlisted for City of Culture 2029 and is in the running to grab the £10M prize, The Gazette takes a closer look at our toen’s bid....
Blackpool has so much to be proud of, I’m glad we believed in our town, council leader on City of Culture
by Vanessa Sims on October 22, 2026 at 12:08 am
As Blackpool learns it has been shortlisted for City of Culture, Blackpool Council leader Councillor Lynn Williams talks why we should be proud of the resort and how she is glad she ‘believed in it’.
'Making City of Culture 2029 shortlist is our chance to show the country what Blackpool is really capable of'
by Vanessa Sims on October 22, 2026 at 12:07 am
Being crowned City of Culture would “showcase Blackpool to new audiences, inspire more people to visit, support local businesses and create lasting economic and social benefits for the town.”
Nowhere quite like Blackpool - Resort makes City of Culture 2029 shortlist and is in running for £10M prize
by Vanessa Sims on October 22, 2026 at 12:05 am
Blackpool is now one step closer to being crowned City of Culture 2029 and winning £10M prize.
41 famous faces who have backed Blackpool for City of Culture 2029 title, from Charlie Adam to Steve Backshall
by Jack Marshall on October 22, 2026 at 12:01 am
Blackpool has officially been shortlisted for the City of Culture 2029!