Looking for fun things to do near Blackpool? Don’t miss out on Lytham Festival! Enjoy live performances from music legends at this five-day event in St Annes before enjoying other top Blackpool activities nearby. This is a non-camping festival, so you’ll need a place to stay in Lancashire when the event’s over. Luckily for you, our Blackpool hotels are waiting just a short drive away from Lytham Green with luxurious beds, Premier Inn Breakfasts and free Wi-Fi.
Lytham Festival 2026
Looking for hotels near Lytham Festival? Look no further than our great-value rooms in Blackpool! Our Blackpool East (M55, Jct4) hotel and our Blackpool Airport hotel are both around a 15-minute drive away from this Lancashire festival. Better yet, why not turn your festival trip into a coastal break and book our Blackpool (North Pier) hotel or our Blackpool (Beach) hotel?
With on-site restaurants serving up our tasty in-house meals, plus local restaurants including Yeadon Way Brewers Fayre and Three Piers Cookhouse + Pub, you’ll find plenty of great places to eat in Lancashire throughout your stay. Plus, after an all-nighter at Lytham Festival, why not fuel up with our famous Premier Inn Breakfast?
History of Lytham Festival
Lytham has changed a lot since it started in 2010. In its first year, it was just a small outdoor orchestral event and picnic that took place over one day. The following year, it grew to a three-day event and had headliners including Status Quo. Nowadays, Lytham is one of the biggest festivals in Lancashire, and has hosted icons from Diana Ross and Simply Red to Lionel Richie and Sting!
Four things to know about Lytham Festival
Lytham dates & lineup
Dates: 1st - 5th July
Lineup: The lineup includes Teddy Swims, Lauren Spencer Smith, Skunk Anansie, Michael Bublé and more.
Getting to Lytham Festival
Blackpool Festival Flyer tickets are a great way of getting to and from the event by bus, and Lytham Festival has also partnered with Big Green Coach to help festival goers get around. Plus, if you’re planning on getting Lytham Festival by train, you’ll be pleased to know that Lytham station is just a five-minute walk away from the event!
Duration of Lytham Festival
Get ready for five days’ worth of live music and summer fun at this Lancashire event.
Size of Lytham Festival
Lytham Green welcomes over 100,000 music lovers each summer for this five-day celebration. With Lytham Windmill and the picturesque Ribble Estuary providing the backdrop, some of the biggest names in music will take to the stage for an unforgettable festival.
Lytham Festival FAQs
How much will it cost to go to Lytham Festival 2026?
There’s all kinds of Lytham Festival tickets you can buy, including five-day passes, two-day passes and VIP passes. Five-day passes can cost over £200 and Lytham Festival also offers payment plans to make their packages more affordable. Don’t forget to factor in your travel and accommodation costs too!
How hard is it to get a ticket for Lytham Festival?
Wondering when Lytham Festival tickets are released and how to get them? Tickets usually go live in October or November before the festival – and often sell out within an hour! You can pre-register your details on the official Lytham Festival site and also apply for resale tickets later in the year.
Does Lytham Festival sell day tickets?
Yes! Hozier fans can book Wednesday tickets, Shania Twain will be performing on Thursday, The Kooks take to the stage on Friday, book Saturday tickets for Rick Astley or see The Magic Numbers on Sunday.
Where to stay for Lytham Festival?
We’ve got you covered when you’re searching for places to stay near Lytham Festival. Check into nearby hotels like our Blackpool East (M55, Jct4) hotel and our Blackpool Airport hotel, or stay closer to Blackpool Pleasure Beach at our Blackpool (North Pier) hotel or our Blackpool (Beach) hotel. There’s no camping allowed at Lytham Festival, so our great-value rooms with super-comfy beds and free Wi-Fi are ideal.
Where is Lytham Festival held?
This popular festival takes place on Lytham Green, so you can look forward to picture-perfect views of the River Ribble alongside the festival itself. Thanks to the venue’s spot in St Annes, you’ll only be a short drive away from some of the best places to visit in Blackpool – why not explore the iconic Blackpool Tower or take the kids to Blackpool Pleasure Beach?