Live Like Ralph RalphFest - everything you need to know including times, what's on, and tickets

An annual day of fun in memory of a Lytham skater and artist who died aged just 26 takes place this Saturday, September 5.

The RalphFest event at Lytham’s Park View 4U playing fields is held in tribute to Ralph Roberts, who died of sarcoidosis, a rare throat condition, in 2021.

His family have set up the charity LiveLikeRalph in his memory and It supports young skaters with facilities and equipment.

RalphFest has raised thousands of pounds since first being held following Ralph’s death and is billed as ‘not your typical family day out’.

The charity says the free event is “one for the kids who’d rather pick up a skateboard, guitar or spray can than stand around being bored”.

Running from 11am to 6pm, it will feature skateboarding, scooter jams, spray painting, wrestlers, street dancers, games and lots more.

That includes a special spotlight on teenage bands plus drum and guitar workshops - and in the evening, it’s off to The Attic venue for the official Ralphfest After Party.

The Attic is above the Lytham Ex-Servicement’s Club in Chapel Street and the evening will feature live music from 7pm, with tickets costing £5.

“RalphFest is about giving young people the chance to try something, create something, find their thing and have a good day doing it,” a Ralph’s dad Neil.

“It isn’t just about watching what’s happening - it’s about giving young people somewhere to play, perform, create and be heard.

“This year we’ve got six teenage bands and singer-songwriters taking to the stage, including our Live Like Ralph Battle of the Bands winners, Hollow.

“Discover some seriously good young local talent - and if you fancy making some noise yourself, have a go on the drums or pick up an electric guitar. No experience needed. Just get involved.”

Details of the charity are at www.livelikeralph.com/