19 fantastic pictures as Fylde Fest 2026 returns to St Annes with Emmerdale and BGT Stars

The highly-awaited Fylde Fest: Spring into Life returned to St Annes Square on Saturday (March 28) with a lively celebration for all ages.

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The free, family-friendly event transformed the newly developed square into a bustling hub of activities, live entertainment and hands-on experiences, with performances from a Britain’s Got Talent legend, fitness classes from Zumba and more.

Organisers Fylde Council and Discover Fylde said the event was designed to encourage people to get active, try something new and enjoy the benefits of spending time outdoors by the coast.

Headlining the free event were top TV stars Steve Royle and Tom Lister, who joined forces to perform an ‘extra special’ comedy routine live on stage.

An award-winning Lancs comedian, Steve Royle was a finalist on Britain’s Got Talent back in 2020 and is a pantomime favourite Steve Royle at the Blackpool Grand Theatre.

Star of stage and screen, Emmerdale’s Tom Lister was also happy to be taking time out from his busy schedule. Speaking ahead of the event, he said: “Being on stage with my best mate is one of my favourite things to do and being a part of such an important community event makes it all the better.”

Take a look at 19 fantastic photos of the wonderful event below, can you spot yourself in the gallery?