Fylde Fest: Spring into Life has firmly established itself as a standout moment in the Fylde coast calendar, not only drawing crowds but redefining what a community event can achieve.
Sign up for our Blackpool Gazette retro newsletter - warm nostalgia delivered to your inbox - weekly.
With headline entertainment from Steve Royle and Tom Lister, alongside hands-on activities, live music and grassroots involvement, the event transformed St Annes Square into a thriving hub of energy and inclusivity.
Crucially, its success lay not just in attendance, but in the way it brought together local organisations, families and visitors in a shared celebration.
As Councillor Karen Buckley,said: “Fylde Fest continues to grow as a highlight of our local events calendar, helping to position St Annes Square as a thriving hub for culture, community and celebration. With such an overwhelmingly positive response, this year’s Spring into Life event has set the bar for future festivals.”
Fylde Fest has set a new benchmark, positioning future festivals to build on this momentum and cement St Annes as a leading destination for community-driven cultural events.




4. Fylde Fest, March 2026
Steve Royle cheering on Tom Lister on the Smoothie Challenge | Nicola Sandborne

5. Fylde Fest, March 2026
Steve Royle & Tom Lister trying out their circus skills | Nicola Sandborne

6. Fylde Fest, March 2026
Steve Royle & Tom Lister trying out Live Like Ralph's slow bike challenge | Nicola Sandborne