Huge news for Blackpool! We’ve officially been shortlisted as one of the final four places in the running to become UK City of Culture 2029! For generations, Blackpool has known how to put on a show. From world-class events and our iconic Illuminations to our proud seaside heritage and local community arts, Blackpool has proudly entertained the nation. Now, we’re one step away from bringing a huge £10m celebration, new jobs and massive investment to our town. We're up against Wrexham, Sheffield and Milton Keynes and the judges will be visiting us soon before making their final decision later this winter. Nearly 30,000 of you have already backed our bid but we need the whole town behind us now! 👉 Show your support and help bring the title to Blackpool: blackpool2029.co.uk

Wow, how spectacular was Stanley Park’s drone show to celebrate the park’s 100th birthday? Here are some highlights ✨ We are so incredibly proud of our town. Nowhere does it quite like Blackpool ❤️

Blackpool Pleasure Beach officially opens UK’s tallest extreme Gyro Swing. History was made in Blackpool today. The brand new £8.72m giant gyro swing, Aviktas, launched - and it’s the tallest of its kind in the UK! Here are some quick facts: 🎢 Aviktas swings to a height of 138ft and reaches angles of 120 degrees 🎢 Riders experience up to four Gs – that’s the same amount as a rocket during take-off! 🎢 The seats are designed to give you that ultimate stomach-drop, weightless feeling. Would you brave this new giant? Let us know in the comments 👇