October 14 @ 4:30 pm – 11:59 pm Daily from 4.30pm – at different times throughout the season. Check out what time they come on and go off today in our handy guide.
Are Blackpool lights on in October?
At the end of British Summer Time when the clocks go back an hour, the Lights are turned on at 5pm. On Friday and Saturday nights the Lights go off at midnight. On Sunday night switch off time is 11pm. Except during October half term week and Festive Weekends when they stay on until 11pm.
What time do the lights come on at Blackpool?
Daily from 4.30pm – at different times throughout the season.
Are Blackpool lights still on 2022?
Save the dates – Blackpool Illuminations will be shining from 2 September, 2022 – 2 January, 2023.
What date do Blackpool Illuminations start?
Blackpool Illuminations Switch On 2022 2 September 2022
The Switch On event was first held in Talbot Square outside the Town Hall. Then it moved to Central Car Park. When the new promenade was built, Switch On moved to Tower Festival Headland.
Is Blackpool good in October?
October is one of the most colourful months to explore the open spaces Blackpool has to offer. On milder days, the invigorating sea air is the perfect ingredient for a relaxing stroll down the six miles of promenade.
Where do Blackpool Illuminations start and finish?
How long do the illuminations stretch? The illuminations stretch for 10km. They begin at Squires Gate, and end at Red Bank Road.
Is Blackpool Illuminations on every night?
2 September 2022 to 2 January 2023, from 4.30pm – different times throughout the season. Blackpool Illuminations shine bright EVERY NIGHT of autumn this year!
Who is switching on Blackpool Lights 2022?
designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
Switch-On 2022
TV celebrity and designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen pulled the famous switch at the end of the live concert and triggered four months of illuminations in the resort.
Does Blackpool Tower light up every night?
The light show runs every night during Lightpool Festival at 7pm, 8pm, 9pm and 10pm. Take a look at the full list of Tower Projections here.
Do you have to pay to go through Blackpool lights?
Yes. Blackpool Illuminations is the greatest free light show on Earth! We do, however, rely on generous public and business donations to maintain our fantastic light display. When visiting the Lights, you will have chance to donate some of your spare change at our collection huts either end of the Promenade.
How much does it cost for Blackpool lights to be on?
There are more than 500 designs and features in the eclectic display. Blackpool Illuminations is a free show.
Do I need a ticket for Blackpool lights?
Strictly no admission without a ticket. This applies to all attendees including young children and carers.
Can you drive through Blackpool Illuminations?
Can you drive through Blackpool Illuminations? It is possible to drive through the Illuminations, but expect this to be slow!
How many miles is the Blackpool Illuminations?
6.2 miles
They are 6.2 miles (10 km) long and use over one million bulbs. The display stretches along the Promenade from Starr Gate at the south end of the town to Bispham in the north.
Is Blackpool cold in October?
In October, the weather in Blackpool is usually mild. The average temperature is of 11.1 °C (52 °F), with a minimum of 8.4 °C (47.2 °F) and a maximum of 13.8 °C (56.8 °F). On the coldest nights, which normally occur at the end of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 1.5 °C (34.5 °F).
What is the coldest month in Blackpool?
February
July is the hottest month in Blackpool with an average temperature of 16°C (61°F) and the coldest is February at 3.5°C (38°F). The wettest month is February with an average of 25mm of rain.
Which is the nicest part of Blackpool?
Bispham, Cleveleys and Fleetwood are also popular residential areas and you can easily access the seafront from all of them! Bispham is famed for being the start of the Blackpool Illuminations and form the cliffs, boasts some of the most beautiful seaside views in the area.
How long does it take to walk through Blackpool Illuminations?
an hour and 30 minutes
The full recommended route is approximately six miles-long and should take the average walker an hour and 30 minutes, according to Google Maps.
Where do Blackpool Illuminations start north?
Your Illumination Tour will start from our Pleasure Beach Heritage Tram Stop, right opposite the Pleasure Beach itself. Heading north along Blackpool’s famous Promenade, you’ll also pass The Tower and all three piers before travelling to the illuminated and animated tableaux before and turning around at Bispham.
Where do you park for Blackpool lights?
Please note, you may have to pay for parking.
- Talbot Road car park (FY1 1AU) – 2x Type 2, 22Kw (fast)
- West Street car park (FY1 1HA) – 1x Type 2, 22Kw (fast)
- Pleasure Beach – FY4 1EZ.
- Sainsbury’s – FY1 3AJ.
- Grand Hotel Blackpool – FY1 2JQ.
- Houndshill Shopping Centre – FY1 4HU.