Blackpool Illuminations (blackpool lights)

Name: Blackpool Illuminations
Start: 2022-09-01T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-01-01T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Promenade

DATE	TIME	ADDRESS
September to January 2022-2023	Sundown	Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, England FY1 5YA

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Blackpool Illuminations is a world-famous light festival with six miles of traditional tableaux and festoons along the Promenade.

For more than a century, the festival of lights has been part of every family’s holiday tradition in the UK. This year’s Blackpool Illuminations welcomes you with new stunning new features. You can also expect the largest 3D installation – Odyssey.

Published: July 25, 2022
Last Update September 20, 2023

About Blackpool Illuminations

This 3D installation was created by Jack Irving, a famous international designer, in collaboration with Lancaster University’s team of computer scientists. It stands 10 meters high and includes 6 large-scale structures, creating an interactive and immersive projection show with a deep-sea creature theme.

Visiting this light exhibition lets you witness tons of Christmas light displays, including rope lights, fairy lights, meteor shower lights, icicle lights, curtain lights, blinking Christmas trees, net lights, and many more.

Blackpool lights Dates (2022-2023)

The annual Blackpool Illuminations is extended by 2 months for the third time. This is due to the growing number of visitors. So, there is no way for you not to visit this much-awaited light festival.

This Christmas light show is undoubtedly a perfect place to celebrate the holiday season with our loved ones. No matter how busy you are, set a date and enter the world of magical lights.

The light exhibition starts on September 2, 2022 (Friday) and runs until January 2, 2023 (Monday). You have plenty of time to prepare for this spectacular event. You can invite your family and friends and make your Christmas season more enjoyable and memorable.

Where The Blackpool festival of lights Located

Blackpool Illuminations 2022-2023 takes place in Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, England FY1 5YA. And here’s how you can get there:

By Car

First, take the Junction off the M6 and continue to M55. Then, you will see The Blackpool Tower.

By Train

You can take the Superfast Avanti train to reach Preston, where you can find two services that will take you to Blackpool North (Northern Rail).

By Couch

National Express Coach Services have daily service from and to Blackpool and stops at Preston, Birmingham, and Manchester.

Lights Festival Hours

Here are the Blackpool Illuminations festival hours for 2022 and 2023:

September 2, 2022 – 9:15 PM to 1:00 AM
September 3, 2022 – 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
September 4, 2022 – 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
September 5 to September 8, 2022 – 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM
September 9 to September 10, 2022 – 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM
September 11, 2022 – 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM
September 12 to September 15, 2022 – 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM
September 16 to September 17, 2022 – 7:45 PM to 12:00 AM
September 18, 2022 – 7:45 PM to 11:00 PM
September 19 to September 22, 2022 – 7:45 PM to 10:30 PM
September 23 to September 24, 2022 – 7:30 PM to 12:00 AM
September 25, 2022 – 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM
September 26 to September 29, 2022 – 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
September 30 to October 1, 2022 – 7:15 PM to 12:00 AM
October 2, 2022 – 7:15 Pm to 11:00 PM
October 5 to October 6, 2022 – 7:15 Pm to 10:30 PM
October 7 to October 8, 2022 – 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM
October 9 to October 13, 2022 – 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
October 14 to October 15, 2022 – 6:15 PM to 12:00 AM
October 16 to October 20, 2022 – 6:15 PM to 11:00 PM
October 21 to October 22, 2022 – 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
October 23 to October 27, 2022 – 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM
October 28 to October 29, 2022 – 6:00 PM to 12:00 AM
October 30, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
October 31 to November 3, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
November 4 to November 5, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 12:00 AM
November 6 to November 10, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
November 11 to November 12, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
November 13 to November 17, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
November 18 to November 19, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
November 20 to November 24, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
November 25 to November 26, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
November 27 December 1, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
December 2 to December 3, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
December 4 to December 8, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
December 9 to December 10, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
December 11 to December 15, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM
December 16, 2022 – 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
December 17, 2022 – 4:30 PM to 11:00 PM
December 18 to December 22, 2022 – 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM
December 23 to December 24, 2022 – 4:30 Pm to 11:00 PM
December 25 to December 29, 2022 – 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM
December 30, 2022 – 4:30 PM to 11:00 PM
December 31, 2022 – 4:30 PM to 1:00 AM
January 1 to January 2, 2022 – 4:30 PM to 10:30 PM

How Much It Cost to Visit Blackpool Illuminations

Blackpool Illuminations was also locally known as The Illuminations or The Lights. This Christmas light show is 10 km (6.2-mile) long and uses more than a million twinkle lights. And the best thing about it is that it is FREE!

Weather and What to Wear

Visiting Blackpool in September gives you cool and rainy weather. The average daytime temperatures are in the high 10s C (low 60s F). At night, the temperatures are in the 10s C low (low 50s F).

In October, the weather is chilly and rainy. So, expect the daytime temperatures to be in the middle-10s C (high 50s F).

The weather is cold and rainy if you visit the festival of lights in November. At night, the average temperatures are in single digits C (low 40s F).

December gives you brisk and rainy weather. During the day, the average temperatures are in single digits C (40s F).

The light festival ends on the first of January, and you will experience brisk and rainy weather. So, expect the average daytime temperatures to be in the one-digits C (40s F).

Throughout the festival months, ensure to pack the following:

Extra socks
Long sleeve blouses or shirts
Light or heavy skirts
Fleece or light jacket
Jeans or pants
Dresses
Raincoat
Waterproof footwear
Rain pants
Coat
Warm pants or jeans

Hotels nearby the Blackpool Illuminations festival

Below are the top accommodation recommendations near the Blackpool lights festival site:

Beachcliffe Holiday Apartments

This accommodation takes pride in its comfort and cleanliness. The 5 self-contained apartments can accommodate from 2 to 6 guests. All apartments have constant hot showers and central heating.

Craig-Y-Don Hotel

This hotel is located at the center of the famous promenade in Blackpool. It offers stunning views over the fantastic sunsets and breathtaking Irish sea.

Cliffs Hotel

Cliffs Hotel is located on Queens Promenade. It offers fantastic entertainment with 163 clean and comfortable rooms.

North Castle Hotel & Spa

The hotel and spa provide beautiful views of the Blackpool seafront. It features an 18-meter pool, a sauna, and live entertainment.

Where to Eat nearby the fest

As you join the Blackpool Illuminations, do miss to visit the following food destinations:

Brens Barista

This fully licensed café bar is located in Queens Street and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. All food items on the menu are freshly cooked. It also offers gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian foods.

Peggy’s Snack Bar

Peggy’s Snack Bar is among the largest snack bars in Blackpool, serving full breakfast and other food items all day. It offers excellent hot and cold meal choices, served from its counter. Do not miss the head chef’s daily specials.

Viva Vegas Diner, Bar and Grill

This food destination is set on the famous Golden Mile and offers a 1950s vibe. It is one of the best places to experience high-quality entertainment and dining. It serves American classics, such as burgers, hotdogs, and milkshakes.

Traditional Chippy

The Traditional Chippy serves Blackpool’s iconic fish and chips at affordable prices. It offers all-time favorite chip favorites.

More Things to Do

Blackpool is not only about the festival of lights; you can also try other activities and attractions to make your stay more enjoyable. Here are some of the top things to do in Blackpool:

The Big One

This famous roller coaster opened in 1994 and remains the tallest in the UK. It is so high with warning beacons installed at the first two drops’ top. The first drop is 6 meters and can reach up to 74 mph.

Blackpool Tramway

The tramway is one of the world’s oldest tram systems. The line is 11-mile long and starts at Fleetwood Ferry and ends at Starr Gate.

Blackpool Tower

This 158-meter tower opened in 1894 and remained the northwest UK’s tallest artificial observation point. It was made from over 5 million Accrington bricks and 2,500 tons of iron. The Eiffel tower was the inspiration for this tower.

Stanley Park

Landscape architect Thomas Mawson designed Stanley Park. It features a boating lake, a café in an overlooking Italian Garden, a Neoclassical bandstand, and more.