Are you looking for family-friendly activities to keep the kids entertained on a rainy day in Blackburn?

Sometimes it can feel like you do the same things and visit the same places so if you’re looking for some inspiration to change up your free days, look no further.

We’ve rounded up five of the things you can do inside on a rainy day in Blackburn.

5 family-friendly activities you can do on a rainy day in Blackburn

Flip Out Blackburn

Location: Soccordome, Haslingden Road, Blackburn, BB1 2EE

All ages can enjoy the soft play at Flip Out with a variety of play areas including a toddler soft play, kids arena plus a stunt zone, trampolines and more.

Visitors can pay for one or two-hour sessions plus family passes are also available.

Booking isn’t essential but will help secure your spot for when it gets busy.

Find out more about the soft play via the Flip Out website.

Vue Cinema

Location: Peel Leisure and Retail Park, Blackburn, BB1 1DG

There’s nothing like cosying up while watching a film at home but if you want to get out to see a film, Vue has plenty of new releases ready for you to watch.

The cinema often provides suitable viewing for a range of ages so there’s sure to be something for everyone – just make sure to check the listings before you head there.

Sometimes cinemas also add old films so you might even be able to watch one of your favourites.

You can find out which films are showing via the Vue website.

Blackburn Empire Theatre

Location: Aqueduct Road, Blackburn, BB2 4HT

Blackburn Empire Theatre offers lots of events for families including family-friendly performances.

You can keep up to date with all the shows on at the theatre via the website.

Choose your next event and book online to avoid disappointment and add some cheer to a rainy day.

Mrs Dowsons Farm Park

Location: Hawkshaw Fold, Longsight Road, Blackburn, BB2 7JA

Visit this real working family-run farm for an educational and exciting day out for all the family.

The farmland is home to hundreds of animals, giving you a sneak peek into life on the farm, meaning kids can have fun while learning.

You can enjoy a bite to eat at the farm’s café and ice cream parlour or tuck into a wood fired pizza.

The farm has received some praise and a 4-star rating on Tripadvisor from visitors with one saying: “Very enjoyable few hours spent here.

"Staff were so friendly and informative. I was so impressed at the change since we last came a good few years ago. You've done an amazing job.

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“Everywhere was clean and easy to walk about with the kids. Kids loved the cheeky goats. The indoor play area was amazing. Very impressed, we will be back. The ice-cream was delicious too. Thanks for a great day out.”

Find out more about the farm via the website.

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Tenpin Blackburn

Location: Peel Leisure and Retail Park, Mayson Street, Blackburn, BB1 1AQ

Why not challenge the family to a game of bowling at Tenpin? It’s a great way to combine fun with competitiveness.

You can make your bowling trip last a bit longer with a bite to eat and drinks at the onsite restaurant.

Visitors can also give pool and table tennis a go at the Blackburn location.

Find out more via the website.