DARWEN

EVENTS

Rain or shine our community turns out to support local events and enjoy the activities, food and drink on offer… come and see for yourself.

UPCOMING EVENTS

July 2025

The #shopdarwen Heritage Trail

FREE children’s event during the summer holiday! How much do you know about the heritage of Darwen? We’ve worked with artist / illustrator Lucie Cooke to create a beautifully illustrated summer Heritage Trail for children in Darwen Town Centre. Whether you’re a historian in the making or haven’t thought too much about it in the…
21 Jul - 06 Sep
Darwen
August 2025

The Elephant and the Drummer

THE ELEPHANT AND THE DRUMMER Darwen Market Square WITH SONIA SABRI COMPANY FREE family friendly Summer holiday activities. A roaming, interactive, dance and live music walkabout performance Elnaz the Elephant and Dholli the Drummer are the best of friends and absolutely love music and dance. When Dholli starts playing, Elnaz can’t stop herself from dancing…
28 Aug
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Darwen Market Square
Darwen Town Centre

Herbert Parkinson Exclusive Pop-Up Event

 Herbert Parkinson: John Lewis Market Stall ​Saturday 30th August 8am – 4pm • FREE Entry • Darwen Market We’re thrilled to announce that Herbert Parkinson, Darwen’s own renowned textile manufacturer and part of the prestigious John Lewis Partnership, will be joining us at Darwen Market again for an exclusive Pop-Up Shop on Saturday 30th August…
30 Aug
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Darwen Market
Darwen Town Centre
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Darwen Festival of Fun 2025 & Artisan Market

Darwen Festival of Fun 2025 & Artisan Market Culture – Creativity – Crafts – Theatre – Community ​Saturday 30th August 10am – 4pm • FREE Entry • Darwen Market Square   Get ready, Darwen! The Darwen Festival of Fun 2025 & Artisan Market is back for its 5th incredible year, bringing a day packed full…
30 Aug
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Darwen Market Square
Darwen Town Centre

Storytelling

STORYTELLING Darwen Market Square WITH IAN DOUGLAS FREE family friendly Summer holiday activities. Step in to the magic of storytelling with acclaimed story teller Ian Douglas. Join Ian for a joyful journey for the mind and immerse yourself in the captivating, creative tales. This free 30 minute performance will happen 3 times in the day…
30 Aug
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Darwen Market Square
Darwen Town Centre
September 2025

Darwen Rotary Family Fun Day 2025

A day of family fun on Darwen Market Square Saturday 6th September 2025 Bring the whole family along for a fantastic day filled with laughter, music, and fun activities for everyone! What’s On: Children’s Fairground Rides – thrills and giggles for the little ones. Darwen Brass Band – enjoy the sounds of live traditional music.…
06 Sep
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Darwen Market Square
Darwen Town Centre
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BOOKINGS

Are you interested in booking Darwen Market Square for an event?
Please complete the form below with your details; let us know what the event is and the date/s you require the space for and a representative of Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council will contact you to help you further.

Event booking charges may apply. This will depend on the size and nature of your event.
Please complete the form and someone will contact you to discuss availability.

Once you have confirmation that the Market Square is available, you will be required to register your event with Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council events team.

On the events page, you will find information to help you to consider the level of risk your event would fall under, as there are some health and/or public safety/licencing implications for larger or high risk events.

Certain events may be subject to additional COVID-19 secure measures. A comprehensive risk assessment may need to be completed for the event which will need to be submitted to the Event Safety Advisory Group together with an Event Management Plan.

Please find the events registration page here: http://www.blackburn.gov.uk/entertainment-and-arts/events/event-registration

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This Christmas in Darwen join Rock FM for the Christmas Light Switch On, meet Santa and his reindeer, visit Santa's Grotto at Darwen Market at enjoy a programme of free events and activities.
``I've been coming to & playing at Darwen Live festival every year from London for 5+ years now. This year was better than ever, the weather helped with that too. Such a good atmosphere especially on the Sunday.`` - Jo

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