Virtual Lancaster

Event: Storey Quiz Night
2026-07-29 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-22 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-08 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-01 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-17 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-10 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) and 6 more dates | The Storey, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1TH, United Kingdom
Join in every Wednesday from 7-10pm for the Storey Quiz Night! Hosted by BBC Radio Lancashire’s Mike Stevens, you can expect a night full of trivia and fun!
Grab your friends, family, and colleagues to make your team of six and compete. Prizes: 1st £30 Printroom Voucher 2nd £10 Printroom Voucher £1 entry per person

Event: Lancaster & Morecambe District Armed Forces Day
2026-06-19 - 2026-06-21 | Morecambe Promenade, Morecambe, LA4 4BU, United Kingdom
The Lancaster & Morecambe District Armed Forces Day encompasses events on Morecambe Promenade, The Platform and surrounding area of The Midland Hotel.

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend packed with action, entertainment, and community spirit

FRIDAY 19TH JUNE
• Armed Forces Day Flag Raising – Morecambe Town Hall – 10:45am
• Stalls, Vendors, Charities & Armed Forces Community – Promenade by The Midland – 3pm
• The Greatest Showman – Morecambe Winter Gardens – 7pm
• Drone Show – The Stone Jetty – 10:20pm

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SATURDAY 20TH JUNE
• Event Opens + The Morecambe 1940s Revival & Re-enactment Village – 9am
•The Accrington Pipe Band – Opposite The Platform – 9:30am
• Red Devils Army Parachute Display Team – South Beach – 10am
• Military Parade – Promenade to The Platform – 10:30am
• Drumhead Service – Station Car Park – 11am
• Veterans Refreshments & 1940s Performer Rachel Grace – The Skylark of Vintage – 11:20am
• Churchill ‘Victory’ Speech – The Platform – 11:25am
• Meet the Army Red Devils – Behind The Midland – 11:30am
• Samba Espirito (Static) – Stone Jetty – 12pm
• The Blondies – Vintage Vocal Harmony Trio – Midland Hotel (Lobby) – 12:15pm
• Biker Parade – Midland Car Park to The Battery – 12:30pm
• Morecambe Brass Band – Station Car Park – 1pm–3pm
• BBMF Dakota Display – Morecambe Bay – 1:40pm
• Churchill ‘Battle of Britain’ Speech – 1:55pm
• Samba Espirito Parade – 2pm
• Re-enactment Performance Task Force 1982 LHG – 3pm
• Samba Espirito (Static) – 4pm

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SUNDAY 21ST JUNE
• Event Opens + Re-enactment Village – 9am
• BBMF Fighter Display – 11am
• Event Closes – 3pm

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PLUS… STEM activities, emergency service demonstrations & so much more for all ages!

An incredible weekend you won’t want to miss. Celebrate our Armed Forces Community and Blue Light Emergency Services

(Times are subject to change)

Event: Lancaster Day
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-13 | Lancaster, Lancaster, United Kingdom
Lancaster – the city with a story…
Lancaster Day, a celebration of our fantastic city, a city of heritage and history takes place this weekend, over Friday and Saturday.
Marking the signing of the original charter on 12th June 1193, the festivities will be taking place on its anniversary. There will be opportunities to visit many of the city’s finest heritage attractions, listen to talks from local history experts, participate in guided walks and join in with some vintage entertainment.
It’s an opportunity to celebrate the rich heritage, history, and community spirit of our incredible city with a fantastic day packed with guided walks, talks and historic tours. The event also includes retro cars display from sponsors Pye Motors, Ale Trail adventures, street entertainment, a summer seasonal market – and plenty of Lancaster pride!
From discovering hidden stories of the city to enjoying live entertainment and local attractions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
See the full schedule below for event times and locations.
Bring your friends, family, and visitors and be part of this special celebration of Lancaster’s past, present, and future
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Event: Tony Cooke
2026-06-07 20:00 - 22:00 | Golden Lion, Moor Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1QD, United Kingdom
Ace musician Tony Cooke will be playing his guitar and singing some songs at The Golden Lion on Sunday 7th June 2026.
There will be traditional songs; contemporary songs written in the manner of olde folk musick; songs of the sea; songs of love, of loss and of aspiration; and as the evening proceeds there will be songs more redolent of American styles.
So: Folk/Floyd/rock/roll/pop/slop/blues/booze…. as usual.

Event: Friends of Ryelands Park Meeting
2026-06-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Skerton Liberal Club, 31 Lune Street, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 2AJ, United Kingdom
The next Friends of Ryelands Park meeting takes place next Tuesday (2nd June 2026) at Skerton Liberal Club, at 6.00pm, just for about an hour.
Councillors and officers always attend these meetings, at which friends of the Park can be informed about activities of the group to maintain the Park, and can also be updated about concerns and plans.
Everyone is welcome.
For the latest news about Friends of Ryelands Park, there’s a Facebook group to support their work to improve and rejuvenate this historical parkland. Check it out or join here

Event: Lancaster Music Co-op presents Origami Tsunami, Amber and No Service
2026-05-29 19:30 - 23:00 | The Pub, 45-47 China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EX, United Kingdom
A free music night returns this Friday (29th May 2026) with sounds of the big city and seaside as Lancaster Music Co-op’s renovation project steams ahead.

Original Tsunami | Photo: Jess Robinson

Manchester alternative rock virtuosos Origami Tsunami will headline in the upstairs room of The Pub on China Street, Lancaster, from 7.30pm next Friday, 29 May.

They will be supported by Blackpool youngsters Amber and another Manchester outfit, power trio, No Service, as the co-op continues to fundraise towards the re-opening of its rehearsal facility, recording studio and music space on Lodge Street.

Lancaster Music Co-op has been homeless since 2018, but major structural repairs have been taking place, funded by £1.2m from the government’s Community Ownership Fund, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, Lancaster’s High Street Heritage Action Zone and Lancaster City Council.

There remains a £100,000 shortfall, however, and the Co-op is waiting to hear whether it can apply for Arts Council funding.

Headliners Origami Tsunami are favourites of BBC 6Music and BBC Introducing, and have been praised by renowned DJ Tom Robinson for their, ‘jaw-dropping musicianship’.

Releasing a steady stream of singles since their inception in 2019, the band are known for their blend of jazzy math rock sections, indie-alternative sincerity, and occasional bursts of post-hardcore intensity.

Amber

Four-piece Amber only formed in 2025 but have already been gaining a reputation in the North West with standout shows at venues like Bootleg Social in their hometown and The Ferret in Preston. Inspired by a wide variety of genres, such as grunge, folk and alternative rock, their unique sound is both raw and emotive.

No Service

Opening the night are No Service, sure to go down especially well with fans of Descendents and Buzzcocks. This LMC Presents event is free but donations on the door are very welcome

Event: Histories of Touch: An interactive workshop
2026-05-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Lancaster City Museum, Market Square, Lancaster, LancastLA1 1HT, United Kingdom
Lancaster City Museum is to host Histories of Touch, a free interactive workshop exploring the sensory past later this month.

How has touch shaped the way people understood the world across history? Join historians from Lancaster University and University of the Arts London for an interactive afternoon exploring the histories of touch through short talks, sensory activities and hands-on encounters with historical objects.
Tea, coffee and soft drinks will be provided for attendees.
• Histories of Touch: An interactive workshop | Wednesday 27 May, 2pm to 4pm, at Lancaster City Museum, Market Square | Suitable for all ages | Book your free ticket here
• Find out more on the museums website

Event: Music From The Films
2026-05-17 15:00 - 16:30 | The Platform, Old Station Building, Central Promenade,, Morecambe, LA4 4DB, United Kingdom
Experience live, the music written for the silver screen over the past 100 years and more, with so many great melodies depicting so many different emotions and situations in the cinema. Performed by Morecambe’s Promenade Concert Orchestra.
Doors 2.00pm Show 3.00pm
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Event: Public Consultation Drop-in: City Museum Redevelopment
2026-05-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Lancaster City Museum, Market Square, Lancaster, LancastLA1 1HT, United Kingdom
Lancaster City Council is working on plans for a complete redevelopment of Lancaster City Museum and the King’s Own Royal Regiment Museum. Help shape the future by telling us what you’d like to see, and join a public drop-in session about the initial Redevelopment proposals.
At the event, you’ll be able to meet the Architects and Exhibition Designers; see the Council’s initial thoughts outlining current ideas, and give your feedback.
If you can’t make this event in person, you can offer your thoughts online. Even if you don’t have strong opinions on the proposals, taking part will help the Council get the funding they need to make this ambitious project possible.
• Check out the Redevelopment Consultation online survey here

Event: King Street Arts: Experience – Festival of Art
2026-05-11 11:00 - 2026-05-16 17:00 | The Storey, Meeting House Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1TH, United Kingdom
King Street Arts are hosting a festival of creativity at The Storey, Lancaster from 11-16th May 2026.
The exhibition will feature the work of over 35 King Street Associate local artists, everything from painting, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, weaving and more for you to view in the beautiful Storey main gallery.
“Watch out for workshops and events, too,” they say, “so that you can explore your own creative experience guided by local artists in this exhibition, and check out the creative impulses of artists exhibiting in this show. Feel the power of creativity in your life!”
Artists whose work will feature include Bob Armitage, Alice Evans, Beverley French, Barbara Holt, Ceris Jones, Claire Crawford, and Ann Kretzschmar.
King Street Arts focus is on the visual arts, and seeks to support artists and the public by creating activities, workshops and exhibitions to encourage engagement, stretch boundaries and look for new horizons.
• King Street Arts is online at kingstreetstudios.art | Facebook | Instagram

Event: Ubunye
2026-05-09 20:00 - 22:30 | More Music, 13-17 Devonshire Road, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA3 1QT, United Kingdom
Join vibrant Afro-jazz band Ubunye to celebrate the release of their new album ‘Tell me The Truth Or Don’t Tell Me Anything’.
Featuring powerful vocalists from South Africa’s Kwa Zulu Natal region combined with a dynamic rhythm section Ubunye’s music is a glowing blend of contemporary jazz, Afro-pop and traditional Isigqui Zulu music.
Ubunye (loosely translated as ‘Oneness’ or ‘Unity’) is the conception of keyboard player and lead songwriter David Evans in collaboration with singers Xolani Mbatha and Nokuthula Zondi. The new exciting Ubunye line up includes renowned jazz drummer Steve Hanley, mercurial guitarist Nik Svarc, the legendary Kenny Higgins on bass and an uplifting horn section.
Check out the album featuring Lancaster’s Maja Bugge on Cello ahead of the gig!
“Ubunye blew the roof off. Unique rhythms, passionate singing and fabulous songs, all delivered with soul….the joy and positivity shone through. Mesmerising.” – Neil Hughes, Buxton International Festival

Event: Parody of the Rings
2026-05-07 19:30 - 22:00 | The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1QE, United Kingdom
An Hilarious and Epic Adventure! What happens when a cinema’s Lord of the Rings marathon goes terribly wrong?
At the local cinema, all hell breaks loose when the ushers misplace the DVDs of The Lord of the Rings trilogy – every single copy! With only the soundtracks left in hand, the team of hapless ushers must somehow improvise an entire three-film saga in front of a live audience. Get ready for an uproarious evening of comedy, chaos, and utter nonsense, as they attempt to recreate the epic tale of hobbits, elves, and orcs – without any visuals, any planning, or any clue what they’re doing.
Will Frodo ever make it to Mordor? Will Aragorn get crowned king? Will Gollum stop stealing the show? Will anyone even remember who’s supposed to be who?!

It’s a show that’s more fun than a barrel of hobbits, and definitely more chaotic than a Gandalf speech. If you’ve ever wanted to see Gollum fight a battle with sound effects, or Gandalf desperately trying to remember what happens next, then you’re in for a hilarious treat!

Event: The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer
2026-04-30 19:30 - 21:00 | Lancaster Town Hall, Dalton Square, Lancaster, LA1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Experience a breathtaking celebration of John Williams, Hans Zimmer and the greatest film scores ever written, brought to life by a chamber orchestra at Lancaster Town Hall. Doors open at 6.45pm
Step into a world where cinematic music history is brought to life. This year, The Great British Film Orchestra proudly embarks on a spectacular UK-wide tour, presenting The Music of John Williams vs Hans Zimmer – an orchestral duel between two titans whose scores have defined generations of storytelling.
For over half a century, John Williams has shaped the sound of wonder itself. His unforgettable themes for Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Superman, Jurassic Park and more have become modern mythology – fanfares that summon heroes, awaken galaxies and stir the imagination of millions. His music is symphonic grandeur at its purest, rooted in classical tradition yet alive with adventure, heart and timeless magic.
Opposing him stands Hans Zimmer, the architect of bold, thunderous, revolutionary sound. With groundbreaking scores for The Dark Knight, Gladiator, The Lion King, Inception and beyond, Zimmer reinvented the very language of film music. His fusion of orchestra, electronics, and relentless rhythm forged a new cinematic era – powerful, primal, unmistakably modern.
Bringing these monumental worlds to the stage is The Great British Film Orchestra, one of the UK’s premier symphonic ensembles devoted to the art of film music. Renowned for their rich, commanding sound and vivid performances, this chamber orchestra transforms every concert into a widescreen experience – transporting audiences from ancient coliseums and distant galaxies to enchanted kingdoms and shadowed cityscapes.
This extraordinary touring production is more than a concert – it is a celebration of two musical legends whose work has shaped the emotional core of cinema itself. Expect soaring strings, heroic brass, electrifying percussion and moments of pure, breathtaking spectacle as Williams’ iconic themes meet Zimmer’s thunderous power in a night of symphonic glory.
John Williams. Hans Zimmer. One orchestra. Infinite adventure.

Event: Looking for Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood
2026-04-30 19:30 | The Dukes, Moor Lane, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 1QE, United Kingdom
2026 marks 10 years since the death of the late, great Victoria Wood. So be amongst friends at “The most feel-good show in town” (Daily Mail) and join Paulus The Cabaret Geek (BBC1’s ‘All Together Now’) with Michael Roulston (Fascinating Aïda) on piano to celebrate her life.
Directed by the multi-award-winning Sarah-Louise Young (An Evening Without Kate Bush), Looking For Me Friend is filled with Victoria’s best-loved songs, including the iconic ‘Ballad of Barry & Freda’ (Let’s Do It) and the classic ‘It Would Never Have Worked’. It has been welcomed by many of Victoria’s very own school-chums, family and colleagues.

“She’s not just being remembered, she’s being relived” (One4review)
Looking For Me Friend is for fans of Victoria and for those yet to discover her, to come together and relish her breathtaking wizardry with words. In telling Victoria’s story, Paulus unfolds his own. A relatable story of a 1970s childhood and what it really means to find your tribe.
Pair your stilettos with an oven glove, zip up your cocktail slacks and get booking!

Event: LMC Presents… April 2026
2026-04-24 19:30 - 23:00 | The Pub, 45-47 China Street, Lancaster, LA1 1EX, United Kingdom
A seven-piece art band are the special headliners as Lancaster Music Co-op returns with its monthly free music night.
The Arcane Hope take to the stage of the upstairs room at The Pub on China Street in Lancaster as part of the showcase, which runs from 7.30pm tonight (Friday 24th April 2026) and is likely to appeal to fans of folk, psyche and indie.
Their appearance comes as the co-op, homeless since 2018, fundraises towards the re-opening of its rehearsal facility, recording studio and music space on Lodge Street.
Also appearing are Bailey Moore and Rachel Wyche. cian
