Fleetwood Moves 2026 brings a whole day of music and dance to Fleetwood Memorial Park

A whole day of inclusive music and dance returns to the Memorial Park in Fleewood next week.

Following its launch in 2024, Fleetwood Moves attracted more than 1,300 attendees and participants, bringing together artists, local organisations and communities for a full day of dance, theatre, circus, music and participatory activity.

And organisers are hoping for another hugely successful event on Saturday July 4.

Fleetwood Moves 2026 places inclusivity and community participation at its core.

Delivered by LPM Dance in partnership with Marine Hall, the festival will bring together professional artists, community groups and residents of all ages and abilities.

The programme features a diverse line-up including Indepen-dance from Glasgow, Ascendance from Leeds, Harmony and Health Fleetwood, Fleetwood Fusion and Blackpool’s Rock Academy, reflecting a mix of local, national and inclusive practice.

The long-term ambition is to establish Fleetwood Moves as a significant North West arts festival, drawing artists and audiences from across the region and beyond.

Helen Gould, co-founder of LPM Dance, said: “We’re delighted to be working with Marine Hall. Since beginning our work in Fleetwood in 2021, we’ve seen first-hand how Fleetwood Moves has the potential to grow into a major cultural event for the North West.

“The diversity of people involved from professional artists to families and local residents, has been incredibly inspiring.

“Fleetwood Moves 26 is about building on that momentum, deepening community involvement and raising artistic ambition, while keeping the festival fully accessible to all.”