The resorts three piers are as famous as seaside rock! Come and take a look at Blackpool Central Pier – there’s fun and amusement for all of the family!
Believe it or not, most of these photos were taken early one morning in very unseasonably hot weather at the end of February 2019. It just goes to show that Blackpool is open all year round – don’t look at the calendar just come along and enjoy it!
Note that all opening hours are weather dependant. Check the Blackpool Central Pier Facebook page for details.
- Central Pier and Pirates Bay is OPEN DAILY during February HALF TERM
- Then entertainment at Pirates Bay is weekends only until the Easter holidays.
- Deck and Amusements are OPEN DAILY from Feb half term, right through the season
- All opening hours are weather dependant.
- NEW Love Locks at Central Pier
- FREE Entertainment at Central Pier
- Family Fun at Central Pier!
- What's On Blackpool Central Pier
- FREE Entertainment at Pirate's Bay Family Bar
- Amusements and Arcades
- Fairground Rides
- Kiosks, Stalls & Cafes
- Terrace Bar
- Central Pier Show Bar
- Betty Legs Diamond and Zoe Together Again!
- 17 July – The Journey Back – at 7.30pm
- Connections
- Crissy Rock – 25 July, 26 Sep
- Aug 1 – An Audience with Ricky Tomlinson at 7.30pm
- Jongleurs Comedy and Variety – Aug 29, Oct 10
- Sep 5- Maet Live & the Never Neverland Express, Featuring Craig Halford
- Sep 12 – Calling Planet Earth
- Sep 19 – The Coldplay Tribute
- 27 Sep – The Fab 50's and Swinging 60's
- 3 Oct – Hurricane – the Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute
- 17 Oct – Cal Halbert – 100 Impressions in One Hour
- 24 Oct – Oasiz
- Nov 6 – The Jerseys Live
- Nov 13 – East 17
- Kings and Queens Show
- Enjoy the Seaside Atmosphere
NEW Love Locks at Central Pier
Have you seen this? It’s a brand new feature for 2026 at Blackpool Central Pier. Love is in the air with Love Locks!
Grab a love lock from ride ticket boxes for just £5 and lock in those memories with your loved ones 
Don’t forget though, any other locks placed elsewhere or not bought on the Pier will be removed.
FREE Entertainment at Central Pier
Enjoy FREE family entertainment at Pirates Bay family bar at Central Pier! Weekends from February to Easter and daily in the school holidays. With different entertainers and something for everyone.
Family Fun at Central Pier!
Enjoy free family-friendly entertainment, games, giveaways competitions in Pirates Bay. Weekends until November plus daily during school holidays. There’s something different every weekend! Take a look around –
What’s On Blackpool Central Pier
There’s a world of amusements in the arcade building at the entrance and the traditional world of fairground rides and the seaside pier beyond. Enjoy live outdoor entertainment (weather permitting) and family fun in Pirates Bay Family Bar. There’s rides, arcades, food stalls and game stalls – all open for you to enjoy. It’s the one with the landmark big wheel – see it from pretty much all of the Blackpool coastline.
Head right to the end of Blackpool Central Pier and you’ll find the Pirates Bay family bar. And while you’re on Central Pier, don’t forget to enjoy the views!
FREE Entertainment at Pirate’s Bay Family Bar
Stroll to the end of Blackpool Central Pier and you’ll find the Pirate’s Bay Family Bar. Every weekend and every day during the school holidays, there’s FREE entertainment here for children!
Back and better than ever, open every day until late. Enjoy a variety of entertainers, from Pirate Emma to Gerry & Cheeky Charlie – and so many more ? With its own amusement area, a toy shop and Captain Cook’s food kiosk it’s the perfect place for an afternoon or evenings fun for the whole family. Enjoy magic, games, disco, singing, kids karaoke and a whole lot more, with the Pirate’s Bay entertainment team.
Find out what’s on today from the Blackpool Central Pier Facebook page. Please note that opening times are weather dependent.
Amusements and Arcades
There’s two huge arcades on Blackpool Central Pier. Try your hand with the penny waterfalls and see if you can catch a toy in the grab machine. There’s other family favourites such as air hockey, pinball and pool. Plus all your favourite slot machines and arcade games.
- The main arcade at the entrance to Central Pier is open daily from 10am all year round.
- The Pirates Bay arcade is half way along the pier under the big wheel.
Fairground Rides
All the family can enjoy fairground rides on Central Pier! They’re open daily throughout the season. The rides don’t accept cash – buy your tickets in advance at the ticket booth. Ride pricing can be found at this link. Tickets can only be used on the pier where they were purchased. Just check the height restrictions for each ride first. Remember – adults aren’t allowed on the children’s rides!
Kiosks, Stalls & Cafes
It wouldn’t be Blackpool without side-stalls and there’s plenty to choose from on Central Pier! Test your skill with hoopla, darts and hook-a-duck. There are even stalls where everyone wins a prize. Great fun for all the family! Visit the rock and souvenir shops and of course, the palm reader!
If you’re feeling peckish there’s plenty of food to choose from. Fish and chips, ice cream, pizza, sandwiches and drinks are all available from cafes on the pier. They’re open right through the day until late.
Terrace Bar
It’s a great place to enjoy an al-fresco drink while you soak up the sun – or watch it set! Find the Terrace Bar at the right of Central Pier, with fabulous beach and seafront views.
Central Pier Show Bar
From magic, to comedy, to live music we’ve got it all… and even more to come throughout 2026. So grab your tickets now!
Betty Legs Diamond and Zoe Together Again!
July 16, 23 & 30. Aug 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. Sept 6, 13, 20 & 27. Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 & 31.
Betty Legs Diamond & Zoe star in a brand new show.. Together Again! After slaying stages separately, Betty Legs Diamond and Zoe reunite for one big, bold, high energy show packed with all the glitz, glamour, comedy, and outrageous costumes, and jaw-dropping choreography with the sensational showcase dancers!
Two queens … One stage…. Zero limits! Book now for this high energy, over the top spectacular
17 July – The Journey Back – at 7.30pm
The Journey Back brings the ultimate Rangers fan night out! Follow the story of a father and son as they follow their beloved club all the way from near extinction back to success and stability. With big laughs, big songs and tear jerking moments , The Journey Back is an emotional rollercoaster and must see for every Rangers fan.
Connections
July 24 & 31. Aug 7, 14 & 21. Sep 4, 11, 18 & 25. Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30. Dec 12.
When magic and minds connect anything is possible…
Connections features magician and mentalist Johnathon Breckin, a proud Member of The Magic Circle, who brings audiences together in a truly interactive family experience. Thoughts are linked, choices connect in astonishing ways, and moments of wonder unfold as the impossible begins to feel real. With laughter, participation, and jaw-dropping surprises, Connections explores how we are all more connected than we ever imagine.
Crissy Rock – 25 July, 26 Sep
Aug 1 – An Audience with Ricky Tomlinson at 7.30pm
Scouse legends don’t come much bigger than this! From Brookside to the Royle Family and his iconic role as Mike Bassett, Ricky Tomlinson has been ever-present in scouse living rooms for more than 40 years. Join us as Ricky Tomlinson, alongside special guest host Asa Murphy, delivers an unmissable audience with style event, filled with stories from his glittering career in showbusiness, plenty of laughs and an audience Q&A.
Jongleurs Comedy and Variety – Aug 29, Oct 10
BLACKPOOL, GET READY FOR SOMETHING SPECIAL!
Jongleurs proudly launches an exciting new concept at the iconic Central Pier Showbar — a Comedy & Variety Spectacular combining world-class stand-up, powerhouse vocals, and unforgettable live entertainment all under one roof. This isn’t just a comedy night. It’s a full-scale variety experience in true Blackpool style — glitz, glamour, laughter, and jaw-dropping talent!
Sep 5- Maet Live & the Never Neverland Express, Featuring Craig Halford
Sep 12 – Calling Planet Earth
Sep 19 – The Coldplay Tribute
27 Sep – The Fab 50’s and Swinging 60’s
3 Oct – Hurricane – the Ultimate Luke Combs Tribute
17 Oct – Cal Halbert – 100 Impressions in One Hour
24 Oct – Oasiz
Nov 6 – The Jerseys Live
Nov 13 – East 17
Kings and Queens Show
Central Pier Showbar is home to the amazing Kings and Queens of Rock, Pop and Roll. It’s the resorts favourite tribute show with all your favourite big names.
The show bar opens seasonally for Kings and Queens, through to the end of the Illuminations. Plus the Christmas shows in December. It’s Blackpool’s Greatest Tribute Show, this award winning show has been performing in Blackpool for 11 glittering years!
We’ve looked the dates up so you don’t have to!
- July 14, 18, 21, 26, 29
- Aug 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 26
- Sept 2, 9, 15, 23, 29
- Oct 6, 14, 20, 28
- Nov 7, 14, 21, 28
- Dec 4, 11, 19, 31
Enjoy the Seaside Atmosphere
Blackpool Central Pier is one of those places which is full of seaside atmosphere. You can hear the sea and the waves and the noise of the music and people chattering. Smell the onions frying for hotdogs, mixed with the sweet smell of candyfloss. There’s nowhere better for a big dose of that carefree holiday feeling!
The three piers are free to enter so you’re welcome to come on down for a wander. Sit for a while and enjoy the sunshine and soak up the rays. Or, on that one blistering hot day of English ‘summer’ go to the other side of the pier to enjoy the shade!
You can walk right around the very end of the Pier. Standing at the very seaward end, looking out into watery nothingness is an experience in itself – why don’t you go and take a look?
There are some very touching memorial plaques on the decking there too. Presumably in remembrance of people whose ashes have been interred at sea.
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