Families visiting Blackpool this half term can enjoy a wide range of activities designed to keep children entertained without spending a fortune.
From creative craft sessions and engaging storytelling at local libraries, to free swimming sessions for under-16s and outdoor play in parks and green spaces, there is something for all ages.
Many of the events are completely free and take place across community venues such as leisure centres, family hubs and cultural attractions.
Here are 13 fun things to do with tehe kids this half term.
8. Blackpool Beach
Take a visit to Blackpool Beach with the warm weather | © National World Resell
10. Dance
Blackpool Dance Festival - 16-29 May Winter Gardens Sequins? Check. Dancing shoes? Check. Slicked back hair? Triple check. The fabulous Ballroom and Latin dance festival returns to the Winter Gardens. Celebrating 100 years, Blackpool Dance Festival has danced its way into the resort’s event calendar, packed with competitors’ graceful glides and fiery footwork. Covering a period of thirteen days, the May Blackpool Dance Festival is by far the largest of the five festivals held in Blackpool. | © National World Resell
11. A first look at Showtown, Blackpool's new museum of fun and entertainment.
Fake Poo Factory at Showtown – 27 May This May half-term, families can get hands-on at the Fake Poo Factory at Showtown Museum - a fun and messy workshop celebrating Blackpool’s surprising claim to fame as the birthplace of fake poo! Inspired by the town’s rich history of jokes, pranks and seaside entertainment, visitors can create their own realistic fake poo to take home while discovering the hilarious story behind one of Britain’s best-loved novelty gags. FREE with your Showtown ticket. | National World Resell
12. Blackpool Makers Market
Blackpool Makers Market - 24 May Olympia, Winter Gardens Blackpool Blackpool will welcome one of the North’s most beloved artisan events on Sunday 24 May from 11-4 as The Makers Market comes back to the heart of the town centre. The nationally acclaimed event is set to transform Olympia into a celebration of local talent and creativity with unique artisan products, freshly made food, free children’s workshops, live entertainment and family-friendly activities. | Blackpool Makers Market