Blackpool is famous for many things including the Blackpool Tower and Circus, the Pepsi Max Big One at the Pleasure Beach and the historic tram. However, it’s the Blackpool Illuminations and Festival of Light that are the resort’s biggest draw.

Blackpool Illuminations shine each year for 66 nights from late August or early September to early November. They light up 6 miles (10 km) of the boardwalk. It is an incredibly spectacular sight and one enjoyed by young and old alike. The exhibit stretches from Starr Gate at the southern end of the city to Bispham in the north.

There are many options for seeing the Blackpool lights. You can of course drive yourself, but a popular way to see the illuminations is by tram. You’ll find that illuminated trams are part of the exhibit, providing tours that run the entire length of the illuminations. Another option is the Illuminations Coach Tour, where you can sit back and enjoy a fun-filled journey through the lights with expert commentary, behind-the-scenes insiders, and illuminating facts, all provided by your personal Illuminations guide.

The illuminations are much more than a display of lights. You have to see it for yourself to really appreciate the experience. In fact, there are many colored lights, but they are arranged in many formats, providing a constantly moving and changing display. There are some sections that are best seen on foot, as they are made up of illuminated panels that offer an entertaining spectacle of images. There are also laser light displays that will amaze you. Some of the illuminations tell a story and even incorporate music and water fountains for the most impressive show.

If you have visited Blackpool Illuminations in the past, you may think you have seen it all before, but you would be wrong. New sections are added every year and they are always bigger, better and more spectacular than ever. The existing illuminations are rearranged and improved each year, so there is always something new and exciting.

There is a lot to see and do in Blackpool during the illuminations. The opening night is always very crowded as there is a ceremony that attracts a large number of visitors. The illuminations are always lit by a big celebrity and there is an outdoor concert before the event. Midterm October is another extremely popular time to view the illuminations, so if you want to visit during those busy times, you should book your accommodation in advance.

Blackpool is a tourist center that has a lot to offer, which is why it has always been a popular destination for summer holidays. However, as Blackpool Illuminations is staged in the autumn, when most other seaside resorts are closing, it is also a popular destination for autumn holidays. During the illuminations all of Blackpool’s attractions are open for business and you’ll find plenty of shows and events to keep you entertained. A visit to Blackpool Illuminations is not to be missed and will provide a wonderful, vibrant and exciting experience for all.