Illustration of a knitted family in hats and mittens in a snowy street with a snowman and glowing string lights (Christmas By The Sea)
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Christmas By The Sea

Blackpool’s Tower Festival Headland transforms into an outdoor festive village opposite The Blackpool Tower. Visitors can glide across an outdoor skating rink, experience magical snowfalls, and admire larger-than-life light installations. The village also offers festive-themed rides and log cabins where guests can browse gifts and tasty sweet treats.

Nov 20, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Hours

12pm-9pm daily.

Food & Drink

Log cabins offer tasty sweet treats.

Location

Tower Festival Headland · Promenade, Blackpool FY1 5JA, UK Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and festive-season visitors

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Wrap up warm because the village is an outdoor experience.
  • Allow time to explore the skating rink, rides, light installations and cabins during your visit.
  • If driving, use Junction 32 off the M6 and continue on the M55 towards Blackpool.
  • Remember that the village is closed on Christmas Day.

Links & Contact

Run by Visit Blackpool

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can families do at Christmas By The Sea?

Explore the outdoor skating rink, festive rides, light installations, log cabins and magical snowfalls.

Can I get food or gifts at the village?

The cabins offer sweet treats and gifts.

Is this an outdoor event, and what should I wear?

Yes, it is an outdoor experience. Wrap up warm.

Is the village open on Christmas Day?

No, it is closed on Christmas Day.

What is the driving route into Blackpool?

Take Junction 32 off the M6, then follow the M55 towards the resort.

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