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Dragonfly International Film Festival
A red carpet awards and screening event for a film competition, celebrating diverse and creative short filmmaking from around the globe.
Time and DateSaturday 7th March 2026 07:00 PM until 11:00 PM
Lancaster Litfest - Spring 2026 - The Rights of Nature
This year's Lancaster Litfest theme is "The Rights of Nature". Find out more about the programme and book your tickets soon.
Time and Date13th until 22nd March 2026
Free Nature Writing for Wellbeing Workshop
Join Lancashire-based writer, Janelle Hardacre, for a gentle afternoon of mindful writing exercises inspired by the natural world.
Time and DateSaturday 14th March 2026 01:00 PM until 03:30 PM
Aestus String Quartet
Since their formation at Royal Northern College of Music the Aestus Quartet have established themselves as a dynamic ensemble that recognised for their warmth & sensitive approach.
Time and DateSaturday 21st March 2026 03:00 PM until 04:00 PM
Preston Symphony Orchestra with guest soloist Martin Roscoe
A spectacular 2026 season opener! Renowned pianist Martin Roscoe joins Preston Symphony Orchestra for a solo of Grieg’s masterpiece, plus works by Wagner and Dvořák.
Time and DateSunday 29th March 2026 06:45 PM until 08:30 PM
Gawthorpe Textiles Collection exhibition
A fantastic display of beautiful historic textiles from the collection of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, across four rooms of the Hall.
Time and DateWednesday 1st April 2026 until Sunday 1st November 2026
Platform Gallery Craft Open 2026
The Platform Gallery's annual exhibition, well known for highlighting the wealth of talented craft makers surrounding the Platform Gallery.
Time and DateMonday 27th April 2026 until Saturday 20th June 2026
Talk: Riot and Rebellion! The Power Loom Riots
In April 1826 a group of 1,000 angry handloom weavers began attacking the looms and mills of East Lancashire. Find out more about the power loom riots in this talk marking the bice
Time and DateThursday 30th April 2026 01:00 PM until 02:00 PM
