Blackpool Illuminations

The lights will shine again on 4 September - 8 November 2009

The greatest free show on earth has been part of British life since 1879 and continues to be an electrifying experience for millions of visitors.

As the summer season draws to a close, Blackpool looks forward to long autumn nights bathed in light and colour.

The brightest night of all in Blackpool is the Big Switch On, when thousands of people gather to enjoy the fun and excitement.

On this and every other night of the season, Blackpool’s Illuminations retain the magic and excitement every visitor experiences on their first trip through the ‘Lights’.  The styles and technology, however, are constantly adapting to address the green issues of conservation and energy efficiency.

The show continues to evolve with exciting, new editions to the popular Dr Who section, a chance for visitors have their 15 minutes of fame as part of the ‘localHeads’ section and all the glamour and glitz of top television designer Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen ‘s fabulous creations “Decodance” and “Venus Reborn”.

4 September - 8 November 2009