Poulton Gala 2026 organisers all set for two-day event this weekend
“Hopefully everyone can enjoy themselves and make some wonderful memories”
Organisers of Poulton Gala are gearing up for the annual spectacle this weekend, over two days.
The big community event, which takes place this Saturday and Sunday, brings the whole community together and is thought to be the Fylde coast’s oldest gala.
The event’s roots date as far back as 1795, when a club day and parade was established by two local groups (the Royal Union and the Good Samaritans)
In 1897 it was re-named the Poulton Children’s Festival and in various formats it has continued ever since.
Gala Parade
Saturday’s Gala Day (June 6) begins with the spectacular Poulton Gala Parade, setting off promptly at noon from Cottam Hall Playing Fields,and snaking its way into the town centre before returning to the playing fields.
Entertainment
An afternoon of captivating live performances begin at 1:30pm. until around 5pm.
The line-up features local artists and entertainers offering music, dance and drama, starting with Blackpool and Fylde Dance Academy and followed by CAF Aerial Academy; Blazing Souls; JC Dance; Flaming Stingers; Illuminates; Second Act Society and Angels Elite.
Gala Queen crowning
The crowing of Poulton Gala Queen 2026, Annabelle, begins on the playing fields a 2.15pm and is expected to be held between the performances of CAF Aerial Academy and Blazing Souls. Annabelle’s retinue wil also be in attendance.
The big day will also include craft and food stalls and a beer bar.
Fun fair
Also taking place on the Cottam Hall Fields will be the Foster & Gore Fun Fair, which will run from 1pm until 9.30pm on the Saturday.
The fair begins on Friday (6pm until 9.30pm) and will also be held on Sunday (noon until 6pm).
Sunday’s music festival
The Poulton Gala Music festival takes place on Sunday June 7 on the Cottam Hall fields from noon until 8pm.
The line-up of performers includes: The Blackpool 6th Form Band; The Reign, The 27th; Dead Sheep (as featured on BBC introducing); Trident (Rock & Soul) and Electro 90s.
This even will also include food stalls and a bar. Toilets will be available and dogs are allowed over the weekend, but they must be kept on leads and under control.
What they say
Poulton Gala’s Andy McKay said; “We put this event on for the community each year and hopefully everyone can enjoy themselves and make some wonderful memories.
“This Gala has been going a long time so we just want to keep a wonderful tradition going.”