Art and Culture in Preston
Creative and cultural things to do for all the family.
Preston has a vibrant arts and culture scene with The Harris, the city's stunning Grade I-listed building, sitting centrally as one of the key arts and culture hubs of Lancashire. The city centre also offers a number of contemporary art and installation spaces with the PR1 Gallery and The Birley regularly holding fascinating exhibitions for you to enjoy. Preston is also home to a number of alternative independent arts and culture venues hosting a colourful mix of events and entertainment including live music, open mic nights, poetry readings and creative craft workshops.
Blitz Live Music Venue
Preston's independent venue for live music and intimate performances...
British Commercial Vehicle Museum
Fascinating collection of historic commercial vehicles...
Chew's Yard
Fantastic all-encompassing arts, culture and entertainment venue.
Church Cottage Museum
Quaint cottage museum depicting life through the last 450 years...
Exhibitions
Discover what exhibitions are currently taking place across the city...
Fired 4 U
Bring out your creative side with clay, pottery and copper enamelling...
Harris Museum Art Gallery and Library
Museum, Art Gallery, Café, and Library in one historical building.
Lancashire Infantry Museum
Largest Regimental archive and premier centre for military historical research...
PR1 Gallery
Art, installations, and exhibitions from UCLan students and local artists...
Preston Minster
Explore Preston's Minster and enjoy regular live music and cultural events...
Preston Playhouse
Quality local drama productions and dance on stage...
Ribble Steam Railway and Museum
Family-friendly museum with vintage steam train rides and fun events...
South Ribble Museum and Exhibition Centre
Tudor building housing historical artefacts from the region's past...
Street Art Murals
Take a tour of Preston's impressive large scale street art murals.
The Birley
Unique art space for contemporary installations, workshops, and more...
The Continental
Unique live music and arts and culture venue serving fine food and drinks...
The Ferret
Craft drinks and mouth-watering food with an alternative twist.
The Guild Lounge
Preston's New Cultural and Entertainment Venue.
The MET
Preston's Mobile Event Tent with events catering for everyone...
Wallace and Gromit Statue
Have your photo taken with this iconic duo...