Blackpool Airshow 2024 parking, car parks, and how much it costs

Blackpool will be the place to be this weekend as thousands are expected to descend into the seaside town for the spectacular air show. Taking place from August 10 to August 11, the air show will see aw inspiring performances from some of the best engineered flying machines.

As well as the show, there will be chance for visitors to explore the Airshow Village which will feature a range of stalls, attractions and food concessions. However, there is still the question of getting there and with car parks close to the promenade, the Golden Mile, town centre and Blackpool Tower set to fill up fast, drivers have been advised to park their cars further out of town and to walk to the show site, if possible.

Below is a list of all council-operated car parks in and around the promenade that can be paid for with the PayByPhone system. Customers can pay using the app, their debit card over the phone or online.

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If you are driving in then follow directions to the postcode FY1 4BJ. Once in the town centre, you will have to follow local signs to guide you to the right direction or closest parking spots.

Prices for these car parks range from £4.50 for two hours to £19 for 24 hours.

Free parking

While they fill up very quickly, there are a number of roads near the South Pier and the Sandcastle that offer free parking.

Below is a list of the free parking spots:

Overnight in the town centre and on Sundays

There is the option to leave your vehicle overnight. A selection of roads offer free parking from 6pm to 8am the following day, they are also free all day on Sundays.

The roads are:

Regent Road

Leamington Road

Albert Road is free overnight from 6pm to