Blackpool 80s Weekender reveal Nik Kershaw and Toyah have joined iconic stars on the line up at Winter Gardens

These new additions join an already packed line-up featuring ABC, Kim Wilde, Go West, Toyah, The Christians, Katrina, Johnny Hates Jazz, and Hue and Cry, making Blackpool 80s Weekender the ultimate North West celebration of the decade.

Blackpool 80s Weekender has unveiled another wave of iconic additions to its already star-studded line-up for the ultimate 80s celebration.

Joining the bill is pop favourite Nik Kershaw, whose global hit singles, including ‘Wouldn’t it Be Good’, ‘The Riddle’ and his biggest hit, ‘I Won’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me’, helped to propel him to 62 weeks on the UK Singles Chart through 1984 and 1985.

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Blackpool 80s Weekender reveal Nik Kershaw and Toyah have joined iconic stars on the line up | Iconic Media

Fans will also be treated to a very special Toyah: In Conversation event, offering a rare opportunity to go behind the music with one of the decade’s most distinctive performers.

These new additions join an already packed line-up featuring ABC, Kim Wilde, Go West, Toyah, The Christians, Katrina, Johnny Hates Jazz, and Hue and Cry, making Blackpool 80s Weekender the ultimate North West celebration of the decade.

Fans at Blackpool's 80s Weekender will also be treated to a very special Toyah: In Conversation event, offering a rare opportunity to go behind the music with one of the decade’s most distinctive performers at the Winter Gardensplaceholder image
Fans at Blackpool's 80s Weekender will also be treated to a very special Toyah: In Conversation event, offering a rare opportunity to go behind the music with one of the decade’s most distinctive performers at the Winter Gardens | Blackpool's 80s Weekender

Across two unforgettable days, the iconic Blackpool Winter Gardens will transform into a full 80s playground - from the grandeur of the Empress Ballroom to immersive experiences, themed events and surprise moments throughout the venue.

And when the main stage lights go down, the party continues…

The Weekender will host unmissable aftershow parties featuring TV and radio presenter Jenny Powell, alongside high-energy 80s aerobic dance troupe 80s Lycra, guaranteeing wall-to-wall retro anthems, neon vibes and late-night dancefloor moments at the Winter Gardens.

Friday: Kim Wilde, Nik Kershaw, Katrina, 80s Lycra Party

Saturday: ABC, Go West, Johnny Hates Jazz, The Christians, Toyah, Hue & Cry, Jenny Powell DJ Set, Toyah: In Conversation

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