Blackburn Cathedral Events Guide

What's on at Blackburn Cathedral

Blackburn Cathedral hosts a vibrant calendar of events including exhibitions, talks, special events, recitals and unique concerts.

  • Gaia Daytime Viewing

    Gaia Daytime Viewing

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Throughout the exhibition there is no charge for daytime entry to the Cathedral, although a suggested donation of £5 per person is encouraged which will go towards the cost of hosting the event and the upkeep of Blackburn Cathedral, helping us stage more events like this and keeping our doors open for all. Gaia will … Continued

  • Life on Earth Photography Exhibition

    Life on Earth Photography Exhibition

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    The competition theme was ‘Life on Earth’ and invited photographers to explore the beauty, diversity and fragility of our world. Each entry captures a unique moment as seen through the eye of the photographer, offering a personal and powerful perspective on life on our shared planet. The free-to-enter competition attracted hundreds of participants from across … Continued

  • Choral Evensong Thursday

    Choral Evensong

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A delightful, reflective choral service sung by our choristers - the perfect, gentle way to end your day. You are welcome to join us for this service which lasts about 30 minutes where we rejoice in our vibrant choral tradition at Blackburn Cathedral.  

  • Morning Prayer Friday

    Morning Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Morning Prayer is a short, said modern language (Common Worship) service. This service, to which all are most welcome lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Gaia Daytime Viewing

    Gaia Daytime Viewing

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Throughout the exhibition there is no charge for daytime entry to the Cathedral, although a suggested donation of £5 per person is encouraged which will go towards the cost of hosting the event and the upkeep of Blackburn Cathedral, helping us stage more events like this and keeping our doors open for all. Gaia will … Continued

  • Life on Earth Photography Exhibition

    Life on Earth Photography Exhibition

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    The competition theme was ‘Life on Earth’ and invited photographers to explore the beauty, diversity and fragility of our world. Each entry captures a unique moment as seen through the eye of the photographer, offering a personal and powerful perspective on life on our shared planet. The free-to-enter competition attracted hundreds of participants from across … Continued

  • Contemplative Prayer Meeting

    Contemplative Prayer Meeting

    Blackburn Cathedral St Martins Chapel Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Taking place in St. Martin’s Chapel on the second Friday of each month, these sessions are open to all. These meetings will be led by Rev. Philip Tyers, a member of our congregation.  

  • Common Worship Eucharist Friday

    Common Worship Eucharist

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A short, said, modern language (Common Worship) Eucharist to which all are warmly welcome. This service lasts about half an hour and takes place in the Jesus Chapel.

  • Evening Prayer Friday

    Evening Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    You are most welcome to join us for a short, said, modern language (Common Worship) service. This service is the perfect way to end your day and lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Gaia – Evening Viewing: Friday 14th November

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Gaia Evening Viewing: the Cathedral will remain open late on selected evenings to provide a unique opportunity to enjoy the glow of Gaia after dark and to experience the artwork as it is intended to be seen. Viewing Gaia in the daytime is wonderful, seeing it a night is extraordinary. It is a completely different … Continued

  • Gaia Daytime Viewing

    Gaia Daytime Viewing

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Throughout the exhibition there is no charge for daytime entry to the Cathedral, although a suggested donation of £5 per person is encouraged which will go towards the cost of hosting the event and the upkeep of Blackburn Cathedral, helping us stage more events like this and keeping our doors open for all. Gaia will … Continued

  • Life on Earth Photography Exhibition

    Life on Earth Photography Exhibition

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    The competition theme was ‘Life on Earth’ and invited photographers to explore the beauty, diversity and fragility of our world. Each entry captures a unique moment as seen through the eye of the photographer, offering a personal and powerful perspective on life on our shared planet. The free-to-enter competition attracted hundreds of participants from across … Continued

  • Evening Prayer Saturday

    Evening Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    You are most welcome to join us for a short, said, modern language (Common Worship) service. This service is the perfect way to end your day and lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Family Silent Disco Under Gaia

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Get ready to dance the night away at our Silent Disco event on Saturday November 15th, 2025 starting at 4.30pm. (Doors open 4pm for you to be able to grab your headphones, merch and a drink!) Put on your headphones and choose your favourite music - there's something for everyones taste. Whether you're into pop, rock, or dance, … Continued

  • Parish Eucharist Sunday

    Parish Eucharist

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    The Parish Eucharist is a friendly, relaxed Eucharistic service sung by our Youth Choir during term time. You are welcome to join us for this service which lasts about 30 minutes.  

  • Gaia Daytime Viewing

    Gaia Daytime Viewing

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Throughout the exhibition there is no charge for daytime entry to the Cathedral, although a suggested donation of £5 per person is encouraged which will go towards the cost of hosting the event and the upkeep of Blackburn Cathedral, helping us stage more events like this and keeping our doors open for all. Gaia will … Continued

  • Life on Earth Photography Exhibition

    Life on Earth Photography Exhibition

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    The competition theme was ‘Life on Earth’ and invited photographers to explore the beauty, diversity and fragility of our world. Each entry captures a unique moment as seen through the eye of the photographer, offering a personal and powerful perspective on life on our shared planet. The free-to-enter competition attracted hundreds of participants from across … Continued

  • Choral Evensong Sunday

    Choral Evensong

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A beautiful choral service sung by our Cathedral Choir, with congregational hymns. You are welcome to join us for this service which lasts about 45 minutes where we rejoice in our vibrant choral tradition at Blackburn Cathedral.  

  • Morning Prayer Monday

    Morning Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Morning Prayer is a short, said modern language (Common Worship) service. This service, to which all are most welcome, lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Evening Prayer Monday

    Evening Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    You are most welcome to join us for a short, said, modern language (Common Worship) service. This service is the perfect way to end your day and lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Choral Evensong Tuesday

    Choral Evensong

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A delightful, reflective choral service sung by our choristers - the perfect, gentle way to end your day. You are welcome to join us for this service which lasts about 30 minutes where we rejoice in our vibrant choral tradition at Blackburn Cathedral.  

  • Morning Prayer Wednesday

    Morning Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Morning Prayer is a short, said modern language (Common Worship) service. This service, to which all are most welcome lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • BCP Eucharist

    BCP Eucharist

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A short, said BCP (Book of Common Prayer) Eucharist. This service takes place in the South Transept of the Cathedral and lasts about about half an hour to which all are warmly welcome.  

  • Ed Jones Organ Concert

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Our lunchtime concert series continues as we welcome Ed Jones to Blackburn Cathedral. This event starts at 12.15pm and all are welcome to join us. There is no charge to attend, although we rely on the generosity of guests who donate to help with our costs. We suggest a £5 donation and are grateful for … Continued

  • Choral Evensong Wednesday

    Choral Evensong

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A beautiful, reflective choral service sung by our choristers - the perfect, gentle way to end your day. You are welcome to join us for this service which lasts about 30 minutes where we rejoice in our vibrant choral tradition at Blackburn Cathedral.  

  • Choral Evensong Thursday

    Choral Evensong

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A delightful, reflective choral service sung by our choristers - the perfect, gentle way to end your day. You are welcome to join us for this service which lasts about 30 minutes where we rejoice in our vibrant choral tradition at Blackburn Cathedral.  

  • Morning Prayer Friday

    Morning Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Morning Prayer is a short, said modern language (Common Worship) service. This service, to which all are most welcome lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Common Worship Eucharist Friday

    Common Worship Eucharist

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A short, said, modern language (Common Worship) Eucharist to which all are warmly welcome. This service lasts about half an hour and takes place in the Jesus Chapel.

  • Evening Prayer Friday

    Evening Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    You are most welcome to join us for a short, said, modern language (Common Worship) service. This service is the perfect way to end your day and lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Evening Prayer Saturday

    Evening Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    You are most welcome to join us for a short, said, modern language (Common Worship) service. This service is the perfect way to end your day and lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Parish Eucharist Sunday

    Parish Eucharist

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    The Parish Eucharist is a friendly, relaxed Eucharistic service sung by our Youth Choir during term time. You are welcome to join us for this service which lasts about 30 minutes.  

  • The Cathedral Eucharist

    The Cathedral Eucharist

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A welcoming, full Eucharistic service sung by our Cathedral Choir during term time and by visiting choirs during the holidays. The service lasts a little over an hour and everybody is welcome to join us for worship both at the Cathedral in person and also online. The Cathedral Eucharist is broadcast live each week at 10.30am … Continued

  • Choral Evensong Sunday

    Choral Evensong – Collation of Archdeacon of Blackburn

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    The Collation will take place during Evensong at Blackburn Cathedral on the Feast of Christ the King. Jane has served her whole ministry in the Diocese of Blackburn and this will be a wonderful evening of celebration as we delight in the God who calls us to service in his name. Clergy are invited to … Continued

  • Morning Prayer Monday

    Morning Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Morning Prayer is a short, said modern language (Common Worship) service. This service, to which all are most welcome, lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Evening Prayer Monday

    Evening Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    You are most welcome to join us for a short, said, modern language (Common Worship) service. This service is the perfect way to end your day and lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • Choral Evensong Tuesday

    Choral Evensong

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A delightful, reflective choral service sung by our choristers - the perfect, gentle way to end your day. You are welcome to join us for this service which lasts about 30 minutes where we rejoice in our vibrant choral tradition at Blackburn Cathedral.  

  • Morning Prayer Wednesday

    Morning Prayer

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Morning Prayer is a short, said modern language (Common Worship) service. This service, to which all are most welcome lasts about 20 minutes.  

  • BCP Eucharist

    BCP Eucharist

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    A short, said BCP (Book of Common Prayer) Eucharist. This service takes place in the South Transept of the Cathedral and lasts about about half an hour to which all are warmly welcome.  

  • Arin Nira Maisky Organ Concert

    Blackburn Cathedral Cathedral Close, Blackburn, BB1 5AA

    Our lunchtime concert series continues as we welcome Arin Nira Maisky to Blackburn Cathedral. This event starts at 12.15pm and all are welcome to join us. There is no charge to attend, although we rely on the generosity of guests who donate to help with our costs. We suggest a £5 donation and are grateful … Continued

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