Sometimes, January can feel like a bit of a flat month. All the holiday festivities are over, and the days are short and chilly. However, many people still have time off work, and the kids are still off school, so you might want to head out and have some fun, see a match, watch a show, or try a new activity. Fortunately, there are still plenty of things to do in Lancashire in January. So, what’s on in Lancashire in January? To help you plan some daytime and evening events for the month, here are some of our suggestions for things to do in January in Lancashire in 2024.

Drawn to Water: Winter. Quentin Blake at WWT Martin Mere

Quentin Blake artwork, like that on display at a Martin Mere event in Lancashire in January
Image credit: Jo Edkins / Charles Darwin by Quentin Blake https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/deed.en
What?Visitors can enjoy exploring the wetlands of Martin Mere before visiting an exhibition of famous illustrator Quentin Blake’s eater-inspired artworks.
Who?Families and art lovers
Where?WWT Martin Mere, Fish Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 0TA
When?11 December 2023- 29 February 2024

Faulty Towers the Dining Experience at The Borough: A Fun Thing for Foodies to Enjoy in January 2024 in Lancashire

What?If you have never tried an interactive dining experience, then maybe you should make Faulty Towers The Dining Experience your first. The two-hour event includes entertainment from Interactive Theatre International while you enjoy a three-course meal.    
Who?Foodies and adults looking for a fun night out
Where?The Borough, 3 Dalton Square, Lancaster, LA1 1PP
When?23-25 January 2024

Enjoy a Performance at The Winter Gardens, Blackpool in January

Winter Gardens- a venue for many events in Lancashire in January 2024
Image credit: Tony Hisgett from Birmingham, UK, CC BY 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Various events are taking place in the multiple venues of the historic Winter Gardens, including the Opera House and the Empress Ballroom. Therefore, it is one of the best places to visit in Lancashire in January 2024. Some events taking place in January include:

EventDateVenue
Champions of Tomorrow04-07 January 2024Empress Ballroom
The Rocket Man11 January 2024Opera House
UK West Coast Folk Festival12-14 January 2024Winter Gardens
Calendar Girls the Musical23-27 January 2024Opera House
Venue Tours24 January- 13 November 2024Winter Gardens
Rock the Gardens Festival26-27 January 2024Winter Gardens

Floodlit Swans at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre: Something for Nature Lovers in Lancashire, January 2024

What?Take a walk through the wetlands of WWT Martin Mere and admire the spectacular sight of the swans on the floodlit lake.
Who?Nature lovers
Where?WWT Martin Mere, Fish Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 0TA
When?09-30 January 2024

Gosling Gang at WWT Martin Mere: One of the Best Things to Do for Younger Kids in January in Lancashire

What?Families can take along their toddlers to Martin Mere to enjoy a morning of fun activities, music, stories, and learning.
Who?Families with toddlers
Where?WWT Martin Mere, Fish Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 0TA
When?Various times throughout January

Lancaster on Ice

What?What’s on in Lancaster in January 2024? Lancaster On Ice is the historic Lancashire city’s biggest event throughout December and January. There is a huge ice rink alongside food stands and Christmas market stalls. So, it is one of the top things to do in Lancaster in January 2024.
Who?People of all ages
Where?Lancaster city centre
When?25 November 2023- 7 January 2024

Obsession 24: The Biggest Event for Foodies in Lancashire in January

What?Obsession is one of the biggest events in the UK culinary calendar, so it is one of the top things to do for foodies in Lancashire in January. Northcote chef Lisa Goodwin launched the event in 2001, and it has continued to grow ever since. In 2024, 24 of the UK’s top chefs have one allocated evening when they present their signature menu. Some chefs contributing to Obsession 24 include Michel Roux, Adam Handling, Lorna McNee, Alex Ward, Tom Barnes, and Aktar Islam.   
Who?Foodies
Where?Northcote,  Northcote Road, Langho, Lancashire, BB6 8BE
When?19 January- 4 February 2024

See a Performance at The Grand Theatre, Blackpool

Grand Theatre- one of the listed buildings in Blackpool
Image credit: Tony Hisgett, CC BY 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
What?There are performances by the Varna International Ballet or Gareth Gates, a talk by ex-Special Forces Agent Jason Fox, and photography skills sessions. Check out the programme of events and performances here.
Who?Depends what is on
Where?The Grand Theatre, Blackpool
When?Throughout January

Wild Winter Walks at Heysham Nature Reserve

What?There are multiple trails through Heysham Nature Reserve. Visitors can use their map to explore their preferred route, or just take a stroll at their leisure.  
Who?Nature lovers
Where?Heysham Nature Reserve,
When?25 November 2023- 04 February 2024 09:00-16:00

Watch a Film at The Dukes in Lancaster

What?Various film screenings and live performances throughout the month.
Who?Depends on what is on, as film ratings apply to cinema screenings
Where?Dukes Theatre and Cinema in Lancaster
When?Throughout January

Young Elvis Tribute, Blackpool

What? For music fans, especially those who love Elvis, a must-see event this year is the performance by the Young Elvis Tribute Band in Blackpool. The performance stars John White as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, and tickets to the 90-minute event include unlimited drinks.
Who?Adult fans of music
Where?7 Chapel Street, Blackpool
When?28 January 2028

Stay in a Lancashire Hotel

The Midland Hotel in Morecambe, one of the best hotels and restaurants in Morecambe
Image credit: Tom Heyes from Stockport, uk, CC BY 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Why not treat yourself to a night away in a Lancashire hotel in January? The county has some amazing places to stay to suit all tastes and budgets. Here are some of our articles about Lancashire hotels to help you choose.

Things to Do in January in Lancashire: Spend a Day in a New Town or City

Even if you are a Lancashire resident, exploring a new location in the county is a potentially amazing experience. Each place has something different to see or do, and each has activities or attractions you can enjoy in Lancashire. So, you should try to visit as many Lancashire locations as you can. To give you some inspiration for places to visit in Lancashire in January, here are some of our articles about things to do in Lancashire.

Football Matches in Lancashire in January 2024

If you are a football fan, you might enjoy watching an exciting match at some point in January in Lancashire. If you are a fan of local football, you might wonder, “When does Blackpool Football Club play in January?” or “When are the January games for Preston North End?”Here are the football fixtures in Lancashire for January 2024:

TeamsLeagueDateLocation
Morecambe v Harrogate TownEFL League Two01 January 2024Mazuma Stadium, Morecambe
Fylde v RochdaleNational League01 January 2024Mill Farm, Wesham, Preston
Blackpool v Lincoln CityEFL League One01 January 20234Bloomfield Road Stadium, Blackpool
Blackburn Rovers v RotherhamEFL Championship01 January 2024Ewood Park, Blackburn
Accrington Stanley v Salford CityEFL League Two01 January 2024Crown Ground, Accrington
Fleetwood Town v Derby CountyEFL League One06 January 2024Highbury Stadium, Fleetwood
Morecambe v Mansfield TownEFL League Two13 January 2024Mazuma Stadium, Morecambe
Preston North End v Bristol CityEFL Championship13 January 2024Deepdale Stadium, Preston
Accrington Stanley v GillinghamEFL League Two13 January 2024Crown Ground, Accrington
Burnley v LutonPremier League15 January 2024Turf Moor, Burnley
Fleetwood Town v PortsmouthEFL League One20 January 2024Highbury Stadium, Fleetwood
AFC Fylde v Halifax TownNational League23 January 2024Mill Farm, Wesham, Preston
Blackburn Rovers Ladies v Sheffield United WomenFA Women’s League Cup24 January 2024Lancashire FA County Ground, Leyland
Blackpool v Charlton AthleticEFL League One27 January 2024Bloomfield Road Stadium, Blackpool
AFC Fylde v BromleyNational League27 January 2024Mill Farm, Wesham, Preston
Morecambe v Colchester UnitedEFL League Two27 January 2024Mazuma Stadium. Morecambe

Do you know of any more things to do in Lancashire in January? Let our readers know in the comments below.