Blackpool is bursting with magic and mischief this half term as the February Festival of Circus and Magic begins today, Thursday 19th February. For the next four days, the town centre becomes a playground of street performers, dazzling magic, circus tricks, and playful workshops. Keep your eyes open for pedalo swans drifting along the promenade, jaw-dropping close-up magic, and performers popping up when you least expect them.
Food is part of the adventure, and Abingdon Street Market is the place to explore. From pizza to Japanese street food, there’s plenty to please little ones and grown-ups alike. Beach House, freshly refurbished, offers the perfect pause with sea views and drinks in hand. When the sun starts to dip, wander down Clifton Street or Church Street for a range of evening dining, or grab some classic fish and chips along the Promenade for a true seaside treat.
To make the most of your Blackpool escape, download the FREE GO Blackpool app. It’s full of festival trails, vegan-friendly eats, gig listings, dog-friendly spots, and even a self-guided real ale tour – an easy way to uncover everything the town has to offer beyond the main events.
The February Festival blends free entertainment with ticketed headline shows, so you can pick your own mix of excitement. Try a circus workshop, catch a puppet show, or watch magic unfold before your eyes. For full schedules, showtimes, and tickets, head to VisitBlackpool.
From street theatre popping up around every corner to delicious food and drinks, Blackpool this half term is full of surprises, laughter, and just a touch of the extraordinary.
Images (Blackpool Tourism Ltd)