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Events in Preston

148 upcoming events in Preston, including 75 concerts, 34 experiences, 19 club nights, and 6 comedy shows. The busiest venues are The Continental, The Ferret, and Samlesbury Hall. Next up: Make the Ferret Mad Again October 2026 on Tue, 20 Oct 2026.
Upcoming events
148
This weekend
11
Venues
42
Population
141,801
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About Preston

Preston is a city on the north bank of the River Ribble in Lancashire, England. The city is the administrative centre of the county of Lancashire and the wider City of Preston local government district. Preston and its surrounding district obtained city status in 2002, becoming England's 50th city in the 50th year of Queen Elizabeth II's reign. Preston had a population of 147,835 at the 2021 census, the City of Preston district 156,411 in 2023 and the Preston Built-up Area 313,322. The Preston Travel To Work Area had a population of 420,661 in 2011, compared with 354,000 at the previous census. The south bank of the Ribble is part of the Preston urban area, although it forms the South Ribble borough that is administratively separate.

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Where to stay in Preston

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23 – 25 Oct

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Frequently asked questions

What's on in Preston this weekend?

There are 11 events in Preston this weekend (23 – 25 Oct). See the weekend list for concerts, sports and shows.

Are there any events in Preston today?

Yes, 1 event in Preston today.

What are the busiest venues in Preston?

By number of upcoming events: The Continental (35), The Ferret (22), Samlesbury Hall (11), 53 Degrees (10), and Chew's Yard (8).

How many concerts are coming to Preston?

75 concerts listed in Preston, with face-value tickets from about £5.