Preston has a great range of events throughout the year, with something to suit all tastes. Using the cities fabulous parks and public squares, these events range from Pop Concerts to Easter Egg Rolling in the park to ice rinks and giant grottos at Christmas. Giant games and specialist continental markets and pot fairs are regularly at the Flag Market and larger annual events include Mela, Caribbean Carnival, Chinese New Year celebrations, and the Riversway Festival.

You can even expect something a little quirky such as Conker and Arm wrestling Championships and our very own Ruffs dog show!