Popular Weekend Events in Preston (May Updated)

Join us for a trip to the vibrant Preston Caribbean Carnival - enjoy the parade and then visit Moor Park for live music and food stalls Sun 24th May - all day We're going to experience the 52nd Caribbean Carnival in Preston, which includes a vibrant, colourful procession through the city centre followed by a Caribbean themed family fun day on Moor Park. The parade includes colourful costumes inspired by Preston's flamboyant Caribbean culture, as well drumming, singing, and dancing. The park includes live performances throughout the afternoon, sound systems, Caribbean and international food stalls, and a bar serving a selection of drinks. There will be lots of children's activities, including face painting, creative making sessions, football sessions, rides and inflatables! Your ticket price includes travel to and from Preston (pick-ups in South Shields and Sunderland) plus entry into Moor Park after the parade. Please bring a packed lunch with you. The event will be taking place mostly outdoors - please dress appropriately for the weather. Please confirm if you have any access needs for the day itself directly via email: info@theculturalspring.org.uk A ticket will need to be purchased for each person attending, due to limited capacity on the bus. Under 18's need to have an accompanying adult - any unaccompanied under 18-year-olds will not be permitted to board the bus. Pick ups Pick up 9.30 am from The Customs House, Mill Dam, South Shields NE33 1ES. Second Pick 9.50 am from Sunderland Winter Gardens, Burdon Rd, Sunderland, SR1 1PP Please arrive in plenty of time so we don't leave anyone behind! The bus will pick us up from Moor Park at 5pm, dropping off at Sunderland Winter Gardens followed by The Customs House. Information Source: The Cultural Spring | eventbrite

The grill is hot, the vibes are high, and the food is on us! Join us for an unforgettable day of delicious food & BBQ, good music & company! The grill is hot, the vibes are high, and the food is on us! Join us for an unforgettable day of delicious BBQ, music, and good company as we celebrate Beauty’s BBQ 5th Anniversary Party . Bring your friends, bring your energy, and get ready to kick back, eat, and enjoy an epic social atmosphere. We’ve got something for everyone: jollof rice, peppered chicken, BBQ grilled meats, sides, and more – all included in your ticket. Drinks will be available for purchase at the venue, so you can sip while you enjoy the music and social vibes. This isn’t just a BBQ, it’s a full celebration . Expect laughter, dancing, great conversations, and plenty of moments to make memories with friends old and new. Whether you’re coming with a crew or flying solo, you’ll feel right at home. Food & Safety Information: Food will be prepared and served following proper hygiene and safety procedures Please inform us of any allergies before consuming food Allergen information will be displayed at the food serving area Information Source: Beauty AA | eventbrite

For the first in Preston Stylo g will be live at Ose Bar Preston Doors open from 6 pm to 2 am, stage time starts at 12 am Information Source: OSE. BAR PRESTON | eventbrite

An Evening with The Party Fettlers Come join us for a night of fun and music with The Party Fettlers at Chipping Village Hall ! Get ready to dance, sing along, and have a great time with friends and family. This in-person event promises to be a memorable experience filled with fantastic tunes and good vibes. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to enjoy live music in a lively atmosphere. Grab your tickets now and get ready to party with The Party Fettlers ! Information Source: eventbrite

Join us in store for a skincare pamper session. During this 90 minute-long session, you will make 2 beautiful skincare products to take away with you - our soothing, calming fresh face mask ‘Rosy Cheeks’ and our gentle, balancing clay-based cleanser ‘Angels on Bare Skin’ (contains nuts). We will also be talking all about skin- in particular, exploring the microbiome of the skin. We can talk about what the microbiome is, why it’s important and how we can look after it. There will also be time for a pamper- you can try products on your own skin- on your face or on your hands/arms. If you’ve brought a friend along, we can guide you through giving a relaxing hand and arm pamper, or we’re more than happy to pamper you. Throughout the evening, we will also curate a selection of tailored product samples for you to take with you to carry on the pamper at home. Information Source: Lush Retail Ltd | eventbrite

THE ROCKPREST STORY Rockprest is back for 2025, and Moor Park, Preston is the perfect setting for an amazing two day festival! Our ethos is to create events for you to come and experience 2 days of the best tribute bands on the planet. We spare no expense in creating the best festival experience possible and deliver high production values in an extremely fun filled safe family environment. We attract like-minded festival revelers of all ages from all corners of the UK and beyond Information Source: UK TRIBUTE FESTIVALS | eventbrite

Enhance Worship Training Day Come join us for a day filled with inspiring workshops and powerful worship experiences to take your worship to the next level! Whether you're a seasoned worship leader or just starting out, this event is perfect for you. Hosted by Pastor Mark Stevens at Kingdom Life International Church Preston , you'll have the opportunity to learn from 30 years of experience in the worship and creative arts realm and also connect with others who share your passion for worship. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to enhance your skills and deepen your relationship with God through worship. Information Source: Mark Stevens | eventbrite

Linked with the Lancashire Vehicle Club, come along to Brockholes Nature Reserve and view some classic cars and chat to their owners!  This is a free event to attend however car parking charges apply. Information Source: Lancashire Wildlife Trust | eventbrite

This course is designed to get you as involved as possible - this includes identifying, picking and tasting a range of wild species that will be found on the day. There will also be samples of wild food and drink for everyone to get stuck into and a pre-made wild snack! The focus with all of our workshops is on the 4 'F's of Foraging: Fungi, Fruit, Flowers and Foliage . We aim for an array of these elements on every session we run (weather and season permitting!) Event sold out or can't make this date? Head to www.foragebox.co.uk/workshops or view our Eventbrite profile to browse all available sessions. What To Expect Our 'Forage & Nibble' workshops are exactly that: you will spend the day learning how to forage with your tutor and then be treated to a 'wild snack' to put it all into context! These have become our most popular events and are available at numerous locations around the country. DURATION: 3 hours (approx 2.5 hours of foraging and 30 mins preparing and eating your wild snack) We like to keep some elements a surprise for the day, but here is what you can expect from your foraging workshop: a short introduction regarding the safety and format of the day discussions around foraging tips, safety, ethics, etiquette, sustainability and the law a circular walking route taking in different growing environments around the site. Expect a route of around 2-3km predominantly on footpaths a closer look at edible wild species and any poisonous lookalikes by a professional forager a chance to slow the pace of modern life down, meet new people and immerse yourself in a soul-nourishing activity, reconnecting with nature and discovering new flavours small tasters of wild food - this may even include freshly-picked items straight from the wild and a wild snack. Your wild snack might be something we find on the day freshly cooked in the woods, a hunk of homemade sourdough with some wild pickles and preserves, or even a big slice of cake (our tutors are decent cooks too so it could be something even better!) our workshops are run in a welcoming and informal fashion, where attendee questions and contributions are encouraged after the event, you will be sent a follow-up email containing a list of everything we found on the day. Please do not expect photos or descriptions in this email - it is purely a list for reference purposes, and we find it helps people do further research in their own time. Please note: as with most of our events, this is an educational experience and not a 'basket-filling' session . At the end of the session, there may be a small selection of our wild products and workshop vouchers available to purchase (card and cash accepted). This is a recent element of our events after enough attendees made enquiries about it - there is no pressure to buy anything having already bought tickets but sometimes people want a souvenir to take with them! Please speak to your tutor about this at the end. Who Is This Workshop For? These events are perfect for everyone - families, bushcrafters and dog-walkers alike! Nobody is made to feel out of their depth or silly for not knowing what certain things are, so these events suit absolute novices to more experienced hobby foragers alike. We strongly believe that foraging is for everyone , with all demographics welcome, regardless of age, ability, gender or ethnicity. Please read our FAQs further down the page to find out about dogs, children and mobility. IMPORTANT INFORMATION KIT LIST: What to bring with you DIETARY REQUIREMENTS: You will be asked for any dietary requirements when completing your booking. Please note that our workshops may not be suitable for vegans and coeliacs unless you inform us of these dietary requirements in advance - we may use butter or bread, for example. Bookings made within 48 hours of the event start time may not allow for your tutor to cater for specific dietary requirements - please get in touch if this is a concern. Attendees are encouraged to walk, cycle or use public transport to get to the destination. EXACT MEETING POINT: by the picnic benches in the car park Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/W5nFJo3aZpWok8Yr5 What3Words: https://w3w.co/contracting.quiz.hurry PARKING: Limited free parking is available at this venue. Please be considerate when leaving your car and do not block gates or access for other road users, ensuring you park as near to the adjacent car as possible to allow others to park in the same area. TOILETS: Toilets are not available at this location. Please arrive well in time for the start of the workshop, allowing extra time for the distance from your parked car to the meeting point and any toilet trips - we don't tend to wait for late-comers! Your foraging guide for the day should arrive on site at least an hour before the start and will start gathering the group together approximately 15 minutes before the official start time. If you cannot find your tutor around that time, there is a chance you are looking in the wrong place, so please check the event information for the exact location (not the postcode) Signage can sometimes be limited, so keep an eye out for anyone with a foraging basket! Minimum number of guests for this event to go ahead: 8 people PLEASE NOTE: We do not provide guests with a contact telephone number for your tutor. This is for privacy puropses but also because it is impractical to do so - your tutor simply wouldn't be able to take a call whilst with a group. If you need to get in contact, please use the email function via eventbrite or our website . Start getting excited! In advance of your foraging workshop, we thought you might be interested in the following: Our F ield Notes website page ' What will I find on my Forage Box workshop?' A guide to our workshops formats Trustpilot reviews from previous workshop guests Forage Box TV , our YouTube channel Our website FAQs Workshop Safety Policy, Cancellation and Other Relevant Information Our Safeguarding Policy Information Source: Forage Box | eventbrite