My 3 best things to do next week in & around Blackpool as February Half Term arrives

Senior reporter Aimee Seddon with her entertainment guide to three things to do next week in and around Blackpool.

Blackpool

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A scene from last year’s magic event during February Half Term, Showzam! | National World

First, in Blackpool, the February Festival of Circus and Magis is on between Thursday, February 19 and Sunday, February 22.

Across the four days, you can expect an exciting blend of live performances and show-stopping variety including cutting-edge street acts, mind-blowing tricks from magicians and fun entertainment for all the family.

Most of the events are free but you do have to buy tickets for others.

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Kym Marsh and Lisa Faulkner star in Single White Female

Also in Blackpool, the first ever stage adaption of Single White Female is on at the Blackpool Grand Theatre between Tuesday, February 17 and Saturday, February 21.

Starring Kym Marsh and Lisa Faulkner, this gripping drama follows recently divorced mum Allie, whose decision to take in a lodger leads to obsession, blurred boundaries and deadly consequences.

Tickets start from £15.

Wyre

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Affinity Shopping Outlet is hosting an ‘Enchanted Realms Week’ | Google

Finally in Wyre, Affinity Shopping Outlet in Fleetwood is hosting an ‘Enchanted Realms Week’ for February Half Term.

On Tuesday, February 17, Ebublio Bubble Magic performs her Magical Bubble Shows between 11am and 4pm, then on Wednesday you can meet Magical Unicorn Ponies and visit a Glitter Tattoo studio.

On Thursday, there's a Mystic Hunters Trail between 11am and 4pm and finally on Saturday there is a K-Pop Demon Hunters Meet, Greet & Singalong with character appearances and face painting.

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