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Rising talent shines bright at Blackpool Illuminations switch on

As well as the big names like Olly Murs and Toploader, the thousands of people in the crowd at this year’s Blackpool Illuminations switch on were treated to a special performance from some rising stars.

Blackpool Introduces showcased some of the best local talent with a range of performances.

The Illuminations are now shining nightly until 4 January, 2026, for another extended season.

The free light show features six miles of traditional festoons, tableaux and interactive features along the Promenade.

And see below for our gallery of stars of the future.

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