Brand-new Scottish themed event is coming to Pleasure Beach Resort Blackpool

Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort is set to bring a taste of Scotland to the seaside this weekend as it hosts a brand-new Big Scottish Weekender, marking the start of the Scottish summer holidays.

Running on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 June, the two-day event forms part of the attraction’s “Year of Festivals”, with live music, traditional entertainment and family-friendly activities included in standard entry.

Saturday’s line-up will feature performances inspired by chart-topping Scottish artists, including Lew(ish) Capaldi, alongside appearances from the Funshine Pipers.

On Sunday, the pipers return, joined by The Gerry Cinna-Man Experience, a leading UK tribute act to Gerry Cinnamon.

Across the weekend, visitors can expect a packed programme of ceilidh dancing, bagpiper parades, face painting and hair braiding, as well as a range of themed food and drink such as haggis, square sausages, battered Mars Bars, shortbread and Irn-Bru.

Amanda Thompson OBE, chief executive of Pleasure Beach Resort, said: “Blackpool and Scotland have long shared a special bond, and this event is our way of celebrating that connection in the most exciting, and Scottish, way we know how. It’ll certainly be a belter.

“2026 has been about giving every guest a thrill that’s right for them, whether that’s deom the adrenaline of our rides or the thrill of hearing your favourite song performed live. We are making sure Pleasure Beach has something for everyone.”

Guests can access the entertainment at no extra cost with standard eTickets or Flex Passes. Unlimited riding starts from £36, while Flex Passes for entertainment only are available from £18. More information is available on the Pleasure Beach website.