Blackpool's Opera House and The Grand Theatre have lots of shows coming up this month.
Performances include comedian Frank Skinner, American's Got Talent winner Paul Zerdin and musical hits from Tina Turner.
Ticket prices vary depending on the show and both venues have lots of transport links.
Winter Gardens Opera House, Blackpool
Friday, October 1st - Saturday, October 2nd
Fresh from his hugely successful Broadway debut, Derren returns home to the UK to launch his first brand new theatre show in six years: SHOWMAN.
Age guidance: 12+
Price: From £12.50
Tickets can be bought via Ticketmaster.
Sunday, October 3rd
A show packed with animal effects, music and laughter, designed to both entertain and educate using no live animals, stunning puppetry and special effects to bring incredible life-like and size animals and dinosaurs to the stage right before your eyes.
Price: From £12.50
Tickets can be bought via Ticketmaster.
Tuesday, October 5th
America's Got Talent winner takes to the stage with puppets Sam, Albert, Baby, Roger the bodyguard and an urban fox for this hilarious show.
Price: From £20
Tickets can be bought via Ticketmaster.
Tuesday, October 12th
International singing star and TV presenter Daniel O'Donnell takes to the stage once again to showcase his musical talent.
Price: From £39.50
Tickets can be bought via Ticketmaster.
Thursday, October 14th
A celebration of Tina Turner's greatest hits comes to Blackpool with a full ten-piece live band.
Price: From £26.50
Tickets can be bought via Ticketmaster.
Grayson Perry A show for Normal People
Friday, October 16th
Join Bafta-winning TV presenter and author Grayson Perry as he asks the big questions in life, leaving you safe and warm in the knowledge that nothing really matters anyway.
Price: From £22
Tickets can be bought via Ticketmaster.
World Famous Elvis Show Starring Chris Connor
Friday, October 16th
Voted as the greatest Elvis tribute in the world by Elvis fans, this show is sure to get you on your feet!
Price: From £28.50
Tickets can be bought via Ticketmaster.
Cliff Richard: THE GREAT 80 TOUR
Saturday, October 17th
Cliff Richard's long awaits tour was postponed in 2020 due to Covid-19 but is finally hitting the stage this autumn. Cliff has sold over 250 million albums worldwide and this celebration of his 80th birthday will not disappoint.
Price: From £75
Tickets can be bought via Ticketmaster.
Hello October!
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Thursday, October 21st - Sunday, October 31st
Get in the Christmas spirit with this musical adaptation of the classic movie starring Will Ferrell.
Price: From £15
Tickets can be bought via Ticketmaster.
The Grand Theatre, Blackpool
Sunday, October 3rd
Frank Skinner embarks on a 45-date national tour after his sold-out shows at the Edinburgh fringe.
Price: From £28.50
Tickets can be bought on the Blackpool Grand website.
Around the World in 80s Days 2021
Friday, October 8th - Friday, November 5th
This comedy musical is packed with 80's smash-hits including songs from Human League, Spandau Ballet and The Proclaimers.
Price: From £18.50
Tickets can be bought on the Blackpool Grand website.
Thursday, October 21st & Friday, October 22nd
This interactive show is one for all the family, from the creators of the West End smash hit Dinosaur World Live.
Price: From £14.50
Tickets can be bought on the Blackpool Grand website.
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