Hosting full production cabaret spectaculars and live shows, private functions and corporate events – Viva Bar Blackpool is your number one choice for a great night out! It’s located on Blackpool Promenade right next door to Blackpool Tower, opposite Festival House. The multi-purpose venue opened in 2012.
Viva Blackpool create, produce and perform a number of fabulous in-house cabaret shows for the theatre. Take your pick from these great performances, where you can enjoy a full night out including a great meal.
We went for a look behind the scenes –
- Have you got your Viva Locals Card?
- £5 Deposit Deal at Viva Bar Blackpool
- SEASON SHOWS AT VIVA BLACKPOOL!
- VISITING SHOWS AT VIVA BAR BLACKPOOL!
- Kids Club Party – Halloween Special – 22 Oct at 1.30pm
- Totally Taylor – Weds 23 October at 2pm
- Rave On – the Ultimate 1950s & 60s Experience – Fri 25 Oct at 8pm
- Megaslam Wrestling 2024 Live Tour – Sat 26 Oct at 1.30pm
- Spellbound – the Witches Quest
- Dr Strange's Magic & Mayhem – Saturday 27th October & 22 Feb '25 at 11am
- The Cavern Beatles – Thurs 31 Oct at 8pm
- All Revved Up- The Ultimate Meat Loaf Tribute Experience – Fri 1 Nov at 8pm
- ABBA Bottomless Brunch
- Van Gerwen v Humphries – Live Darts – Thurs 7 Nov from 6pm
- Lennox Lewis UK Tour – Sun 10 Nov at 2pm
- Bublé by Candlelight – Fri 15 Nov at 8pm
- Best of Burlesque – Sat 16 Nov at 7.30pm
- Morgan Wallen UK – Thurs 21 Nov at 8pm
- Return to Memphis – Elvis Blackpool Weekender – 7pm on 22- late on 24 Nov
- Spirit of Christmas – Festive Showtime Afternoon
- Jingle Bells Ball – Christmas Show & Party Night
- Now that's What I call Christmas Party Nights!
- Reflections – a Musical Legacy to Diana Ross – Thurs 12 Dec at 8pm
- Ms Rachel 'Fun for Little Ones' Tour – Sun 15 Dec at 11am
- Elf Pop Dreams – Christmas Cracker Live – 20-24 Dec at 12pm
- Bay City Rollermania with ‘The Legendaries’ – Fri 27 Dec & 18 April '25 – at 8pm
- Jim Davidson The Next Chapter! Fri 17 Jan at 8pm
- Sound & Vision – a Tribute to David Bowie – Fri 28 Feb at 8pm
- BIG MOMENTS at VIVA BLACKPOOL!
- 2023: Winter Works at Viva Bar Blackpool
- 2022: 10 Fabulous Years for Viva Bar Blackpool!
Have you got your Viva Locals Card?
Do you have an FY postcode? Brand new in 2023, anyone who lives in an FY district can apply for a ‘Locals Card’ membership.
Here’s what you get:
- 10% off food and drink at the Viva Bar
- 20% off resident shows and selected Blackpool shows at Viva! Please check each show page pricing for confirmation of locals card offer applying to that show
- 10% off private events at Viva Blackpool
- Event referral scheme – receive a £50 Viva credit for referring a friend to book an event
- Birthday club offers and freebies
- Card option available for £2.50, or a PDF / mobile version for free. T’s & C’s apply. Full details and apply here
Take a look at other Fylde Coast venues and attractions which offer discount to local residents.
£5 Deposit Deal at Viva Bar Blackpool
Viva Blackpool has the perfect way to give you something to look forward to without the worry of booking ahead… their flexible booking policy and £5 deposit deal. Reserve your seat for just £5 – and if you need to move your booking, they’ll just move it with their flexible booking scheme!
SEASON SHOWS AT VIVA BLACKPOOL!
Viva Voulez Vous! – Xmas special 28 Dec ’24
Say thank you for the music at Viva Voulez Vous and enjoy a fantastic night out with the songs of ABBA at Viva Blackpool!
With all the hits you love to sing along to from their chart-topping career, this is ABBA but not as you ‘Knowing me, Knowing you’ know it. This show is produced by the Viva production team. It’s performed by the exceptionally talented singing and Dancing Queens of the Viva cast.
Join us as we Have A Dream of the Swedish pop quartet that swept the globe. More than a tribute, this is a one of a kind experience. There’s fantastic lighting, sound and production visuals including a massive LED screen and lasers. It’s a real ‘wow’ to your night and plenty to enjoy. The show’s full night out, lasting around 2 and a half hours with an interval. Your whole evening is sorted!
Viva Broadway
The Ultimate Musical Theatre show! The musicals you LOVE as seen on Broadway, the West End and on Cinema Screens. Featuring classics like Les Miserables, Barnum & Wicked, to modern musicals SIX, Hamilton & Moulin Rouge!
Relax in your reserved seats whilst we serve food and drinks to your table throughout the evening from our restaurant and Viva bar waiters. It’s an amazing Night Out – great for groups, parties and occasions. You’ll enjoy plenty of comedy laughs, music variety and dancing in a fast moving cabaret style show.
Viva Country Legends – A Night At The Grand Ole Opry
It’s the toe tappin’ music of Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Willie Nelson, Shania Twain, Garth Brooks, Tammy Wynette, Carrie Underwood and Glen Campbell.
Brought to you by the Viva cast and hosted by Leye D Johns. Enjoy a show lasting for around 2 and a half hours with an interval. With Live band, full production and a real concert sound your whole evening is sorted! There’s fantastic lighting, sound and production visuals including a massive LED screen – giving a real ‘wow’ to your night and plenty to enjoy.
The Jersey Beats – Oh What a Nite!
Originally conceived and produced by the Viva Blackpool team, ‘Oh What A Nite!’ is celebrating an amazing 8th season in Blackpool and this show is one of our most popular productions appealing to a wide range of audiences and ages.
It’s a sensational show celebrating the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. This show is our most popular midweek production and appeals to a wide range of audiences and ages. Enjoy plenty of comedy, music and moves in a fast moving show. Starring our hilarious host Leye D Johns and resident Viva Showgirls dancers.
This music has broad appeal including ‘Sherry’, ‘Beggin’, ‘Grease’ and ‘My Eyes Adored you’. PLUS more music from the era – so no worries about individual taste or pleasing a big group. Performed by an amazing quartet of vocalists – Matt Andrews (Frankie), Johnny O’Connor (Nick), Toby Beal (Tommy) and Michael Cosgrove (Bob). The show appears with a fabulous troupe of showgirl dancers and full production including video.
There’s fantastic lighting, sound and production visuals including a massive LED screen and lasers – giving a real ‘wow’ to your night and plenty to enjoy. It’s a full night out, with a show lasting for around 2 and a half hours with an interval – your whole evening is sorted!
Viva – Decades Rewind! 80s, 90s & Now!
Back and improved for Summer 2024… celebrate everything you LOVE about the best decades in music!
Revamped and taken to the next level – this is our headline show of the week… featuring a fast moving show with all the best songs you’ll love from the 80s, 90s, 00s and now! Weds & Saturday nights from June to November!
Viva’s amazing party night out – with an amazing show, atmosphere, fast moving show with our talented cast of singers and dancers. Relax, it’s the best of the 80s, 90s and now – a show taking you through the decades of great music and we’ll be setting some reminders of some of the things you’ll have seen on stage and screen from the different eras
Soul & Motown Extravaganza
Featuring all the way from the USA, the exciting JJ Gibson, the latino talents of Kofi Taylor and Alfie Bailey!
The undiscovered talent is the central part of this young tantalising power trio; their electric musical style has generally been described as a “varied range of old school classics” with subtle throwbacks to some of the biggest and legendary Motown/Soul songs of your lifetime.!
This fresh dynamic show specialise in performing the Hitsville magic of the Motown scene to the Soul and RnB era. With slick strong vocals, high energy choreography, excellent musicianship with faultless precision.
they will bring a flavour of fun & excitement while they ease their way through an impressive selection of music from artistes like “Stevie Wonder”, The Four Tops”, “The Drifters”, “The Temptations”, “Diana Ross”, “Gladys Knight”, “Martha Reeves”, “Bruno Mars”, “Luis Fonsi” & more…
VISITING SHOWS AT VIVA BAR BLACKPOOL!
Kids Club Party – Halloween Special – 22 Oct at 1.30pm
Fun for all the family! Enjoy quality family time whilst the young ones have the time of their lives at the Kids Club Party – Halloween Special!
Join Joey, Bruno, Britney, Jesy, and our hilarious host for an afternoon packed with fun, games, and excitement. Expect lots of prizes, an epic dance-off, and sensational singing.
So, get your glitzy and glamorous outfits ready and come party with us! It’s going to be an unforgettable event full of thrills for all ages. Don’t miss out on the Halloween fun! ️
Totally Taylor – Weds 23 October at 2pm
Step into the electrifying world of Totally Taylor, the UK’s premier Taylor Swift tribute show at Viva Blackpool! This high-energy production delivers the magic of a live Taylor Swift concert, featuring stunning costumes, live vocals, and a special TikTok Party support act to kick off the night.
Experience Taylor Swift’s chart-topping hits, from “Shake It Off” to “Ready for It,” as each era of her career is meticulously recreated. The TikTok Party support act sets the stage, bringing the latest viral dance trends and music to get the party started.
Rave On – the Ultimate 1950s & 60s Experience – Fri 25 Oct at 8pm
Whether you lived through it, or just loved it second or third time around – the music of the 50s and 60s performed live on stage is not to be missed! From the arrival of Rock and Roll from Memphis to the British invasion… .
Be blown away by a thrilling, authentic show packed full of iconic classics, vibrant, vintage costumes and colourful staging that will have you dancing in the aisles. Transporting you back to the fabulous 50’s and swinging 60’s in stunningly authentic style, Rave On promises to be a musical experience like no other.
Megaslam Wrestling 2024 Live Tour – Sat 26 Oct at 1.30pm
The number 1 live experience for families is back as Megaslam presents its spectacular 2024 live tour! Taking place in locations across the United Kingdom, Isle Of Man and Republic Of Ireland – this tour will feature all of your favourite Megaslam stars and we invite you to join us as we celebrate 15 years of Megaslam!
Spellbound – the Witches Quest
Sat 26, Sun 27, Wed 30 & Thurs 31 Oct at 1pm
Spooky Halloween Fun to enjoy with all the family! Help our spooky cast find the secret recipe for the magic potion! At Halloween Witches help to stop all of the ghosts and ghouls from returning to walk the earth. Did you know that not all witches are bad? Each year there’s a very important and secret potion that must be made to help keep everyone safe…. But what happens when the recipe has gone missing!
Come and join our team of witches and help them on their quest to save the world. Do you have what it takes to learn the witchy secrets and complete the challenges to recreate the secret potion? Family fun – with our special ‘Party Panto’ event. Where the entertainment and fun starts as soon as you arrive!
Dr Strange’s Magic & Mayhem – Saturday 27th October & 22 Feb ’25 at 11am
Avengers get ready to join Doctor Strange’s Magic & Mayhem as he delves into the world of magic, illusion and mind reading. Expect mayhem—all while meeting your favourite superheroes along the way! But watch out for any villains slipping through the multiverse.
This family-friendly half-term show will feature Doctor Strange as the master of mind magic and illusions, leading the audience on a mystical journey through the multiverse. Along the way, he’ll introduce iconic Avengers for meet-and-greet moments, while dazzling the audience with spellbinding magic perfect for all ages. It’s a spectacular blend of magic, adventure, and superhero fun!
The Cavern Beatles – Thurs 31 Oct at 8pm
This is a show for true Beatles Fans – Twist & Shout the night away! Don’t miss the Fab 4 Beatles Tribute Band in Blackpool. Get your tickets now for an unforgettable experience! Endorsed and licensed by the now legendary Cavern Club, where The Beatles famously performed.
The Cavern Beatles are one of the country’s longest established tribute shows. Featuring a cast of multi-talented instrumentalists and singers, all of whom are hugely dedicated Beatle fans.
Experience the uncanny vocal resemblance to the Fab Four, a marker of their upbringing in the same place… Liverpool
All Revved Up- The Ultimate Meat Loaf Tribute Experience – Fri 1 Nov at 8pm
Performing since 2007, Peter Young has captivated audiences with his powerful renditions of Meat Loaf’s iconic hits. With over 30 years of experience as a cabaret act, Peter focuses solely on bringing the magic of Meat Loaf’s music to life.
Now with his own band, Peter’s performances are known for their passion and emotion, capturing the essence of Jim Steinman’s lyrics.
ABBA Bottomless Brunch
Sat 2 Nov at 1pm
Calling all ‘Dancing Queens’ and party people! Brace yourselves for the ultimate ABBA Bottomless Brunch like no other, filled with the timeless tunes you know and love, and get ready to kickstart your night out in the most fabulous way possible! Sing, Drink, and Dance Along to ABBA’s Greatest Hits at the ultimate pre-night out party that will elevate your weekend vibes! Non-stop ABBA hits performed live by our sensational vocalists. From “Dancing Queen” to “Mamma Mia,” and everything in between!
Delicious Mouth-watering sharing platter and Bottomless Drinks to fuel the fun! Including Prosecco and now extended to include a choice of our house cocktails (Beach Bomb or Viva Purple) or draught Coors Lager. Dress up is encouraged! Plus Live DJ Set with Jay Fontalba on the decks, spinning tunes to keep the party alive.
Van Gerwen v Humphries – Live Darts – Thurs 7 Nov from 6pm
It’s the battle by the seaside as two of the most famous names in darts take each other on in BLACKPOOL! Also featuring local players Ronnie Baxter and Wez Newton. Viva Blackpool is the location, as two of the darts’ premier players go head-to-head – repeating the PDC World Championship final!
Michael needs little introduction, having won over 150 PDC titles worldwide, including the PDC World Championship on no less than three occasions. The Dutchman is a seven-time PDC Premier League and Players Championship Finals winner, and a six-time World Grand Prix Champion.
‘Cool Hand’ Humphries is riding the crest of a wave currently, as the holder of the Betfred World Matchplay, PDC World Grand Prix, Grand Slam and Players Championship Finals, and his hot streak culminated in capturing the Sid Waddell Trophy at the 2024 PDC World Championship, defeating Luke Littler in the final.
Lennox Lewis UK Tour – Sun 10 Nov at 2pm
Ready to meet the all time British Boxing Legend? Lennox Lewis is coming to town. In Blackpool for one night only to meet the fans, and tell his story.
VVIP and VIP tickets include a meet & greet including a souvenir photo with the former undisputed World Heavyweight Boxing Champion and tells his story from behind the scenes of one of the most illustrious careers in boxing history.
Join us, and hear it directly from the champ’s mouth, as we take a retrospective walk down memory lane and revisit some of the highlights, and lowlights, of his 15 year professional career. Since his retirement in 2004, Lennox has focused on his family, business interests and philanthropic endeavours. He has remained the last undisputed heavyweight boxing champion since retiring in 2004.
Bublé by Candlelight – Fri 15 Nov at 8pm
RETURNING to Viva Blackpool! The UK’s best Michael Bublé tribute and 10 piece band – Josh Hindle (as seen on ITV’s STARSTRUCK)
Come and experience a beautiful , romantic and festive evening where you will be taken on a trip through Michael Bublé Christmas and greatest hits throughout the years whilst surrounded by beautiful Christmas candlelight.
Best of Burlesque – Sat 16 Nov at 7.30pm
Get ready for a night of glamour, talent, and fierce competition at Viva Blackpool!
Witness the electrifying energy as dancers and instructors from across the UK compete for titles in 7 categories LIVE right here in Blackpool in 2024!
Prepare to be dazzled by breath-taking performances and mesmerizing acts that showcase the best of burlesque artistry.
Morgan Wallen UK – Thurs 21 Nov at 8pm
Fresh from a record breaking US billboard album chart run, celebrate and enjoy the after party country music of Morgan Wallen in a brand new tribute show touring the UK. Enjoy the best concerts with us.
Morgan Wallen is the biggest artist to come out of America in recent years, having been discovered on ‘The Voice’ and now spending over 19 weeks on top of the American Billboard Chart. This tribute show is a faithful recreation of Morgan’s incredible live concerts, performed by an outstanding live band and lead vocalist – Matt Andrews.
Return to Memphis – Elvis Blackpool Weekender – 7pm on 22- late on 24 Nov
Experience the electrifying energy of an Elvis concert and compete in a thrilling competition at the weekend shows in Blackpool. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind tribute event! Ladies and Gentlemen, get set for a huge weekend celebrating ‘The King’! Competitors from all over the country will convene at the ‘Vegas Venue in the Vegas of the North’ to battle it out for a huge prize fund.
Don’t miss out on this spectacular event! Join us for a fantastic weekend of entertainment, incredible performances, and a celebration of Elvis like no other. Celebrating ‘The King’ with competitors from all over the country convening on the ‘Vegas Venue in the Vegas of the North’ to battle it out for a huge prize fund.
Spirit of Christmas – Festive Showtime Afternoon
Weds 27 Nov, 4, 11 & 18 Dec at 1pm
Experience the magic of Christmas in Blackpool with our delicious festive lunch and exciting parties. Enjoy a festive feast and celebrate your day with friends and family in the charming seaside town. Plan your December trip with Viva Blackpool!
A wonderful, Festive show performance starring the Viva cast of talented vocalists, dancers and speciality artistes – hosted by comedian Leye D Johns
Jingle Bells Ball – Christmas Show & Party Night
Shows at 8.30pm on Sat 30 Nov. 1, 5, 6, 7 Dec, Weds 11, 13, 14, 15, 16 Dec, plus 18, 19, 20, 21 Dec
The No.1 Christmas Night Out in Blackpool! Dinner, Drinks & an amazing Show! Secure your party tickets for the best Xmas nights in town. Don’t miss out on the ultimate Blackpool experience! Be prepared to sing all the Christmas classics at the top of your voice and dance to the best classic chart hits & latest tunes. Dust off the mistletoe, party frocks or your Christmas jumper!
Afterwards our venue turns into your nightclub to carry on the party and enjoy drinks from the bar, plus your requests to our DJ – your whole night out under one roof. Blackpool’s most popular party nights
Now that’s What I call Christmas Party Nights!
Friday & Saturday nights from 7-21 Dec at 8.30pm
Get ready to celebrate the festive season in style with our spectacular Christmas Party Nights at Viva Blackpool! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with live entertainment, delicious food, and non-stop fun.
Hosted by Disco Legend Lionel Vinyl: Get entertained by the one and only Lionel Vinyl!
Festive Feast: Indulge in a scrumptious festive platter!
Drinking Games: Participate in fun drinking games and win exciting prizes.
DJ: Our DJ will keep the party going with the best hits and Christmas classics.
Drink Offers: Take advantage of our fantastic drink offers.
Prizes to Be Won: Don’t miss your chance to win some amazing prizes throughout the night
Reflections – a Musical Legacy to Diana Ross – Thurs 12 Dec at 8pm
Starring multi-award winning artist, Tameka Jackson, as Diana Ross!
With her world-class musicians and singers under the musical direction of Wendy Richardson, “Reflections ~ The Musical Legacy of Diana Ross” takes you on an unforgettable journey through the timeless classics of The Supremes and Diana Ross’s solo career.
Ms Rachel ‘Fun for Little Ones’ Tour – Sun 15 Dec at 11am
The UK’s Premier tribute to Global Phenomenon… ‘Ms Rachel’. Bringing her character to life in a fun LIVE show!
With over 5 Billion Views and over 8 million subscribers on Youtube, ‘Ms Rachel’ is the biggest viral sensation to hit our children’s screens since ‘Baby Shark!’
This UK Premier tribute is the only children’s tribute of its kind… Interactive Screen Content throughout featuring unique and on brand animation & scenery.
Elf Pop Dreams – Christmas Cracker Live – 20-24 Dec at 12pm
At its heart, Elf-Pop Dreams is a story of friendship, teamwork, and believing in yourself.
Join Twinkle, Sparkle, Jingles, and Eli on a fun-filled, musical adventure as they try to become elf-popstars! With the help of all the children in the audience, will they find they magic they need to help them! ✨
Featuring festive songs, laughter, and heart warming moments, this interactive family show is perfect for the holiday season!
Bay City Rollermania with ‘The Legendaries’ – Fri 27 Dec & 18 April ’25 – at 8pm
After an incredibly successful nights in 2021 and 2022, the band are BACK in 2023 to perform another night dedicated to the memory of Les McKeown and the Bay City Rollers.
The remaining band members of Les McKeown’s Bay City Rollers reunite to play the songs, tell the tales and re-live life on the road. Playing all the hits and more – from their years of touring with Les. Remembering the hits such as ‘Shang-A-Lang’ Give A Little Love, I Only Want To Be With You, Summer Love Sensation and of course Bye Bye Baby will be extra poignant. Sanctioned and endorsed by Les own family – this will be another evening to remember the good times.
Jim Davidson The Next Chapter! Fri 17 Jan at 8pm
As we turn to this brand-new chapter for 2025, Jim invites you to join him for another evening of rip-roaring, grown-up comedy. Witness the ‘General’ in his latest comedic triumph and support him in the ongoing saga against those who seek to rewrite British comedy culture with their radical sensibilities … and he’s got another wedding to pay for!
Sound & Vision – a Tribute to David Bowie – Fri 28 Feb at 8pm
This show was launched on what would have been Bowie’s 75th birthday in 2022. What makes Sound & Vision so special, is their note-perfect recreation of the legend himself and the iconic musicians he loved to work with.
The 7-piece band offers audiences a chance to fully appreciate each complex nuance of his many, many songs. And they’re all there!
BIG MOMENTS at VIVA BLACKPOOL!
2023: Winter Works at Viva Bar Blackpool
Since opening, stage height had been an issue as the venue was built into the constraints of the original building. It’s reduced opportunities for some shows coming into the venue, and caused issues with sound and lighting.
January is a busy month in Blackpool – it’s when theatres, attractions and venues do their building and renovating work! So before the season got into swing it was all systems go at Viva Bar Blackpool. In 2023 the old stage came down – even revealing some of the old Mecca Bingo fittings! Now, there’s a huge new stage for even better shows
A team of skilled builders removed the roof (and the huge steel triangle in the middle of the room). Now there’s a beautiful open stage for performers to do their thing on – and above! It’ also ‘s opened up opportunities for new types of shows and concerts to come to the venue. It’s exciting times – the Viva Bar Blackpool experience has come a long way since it opened and it’s always improving!
2022: 10 Fabulous Years for Viva Bar Blackpool!
Opened in 2012, Viva Bar Blackpool has been entertaining 150,000 visitors each year with a top-class programme of live entertainment. It’s all produced in house by owners Martin Heywood and the ever-popular, outrageous host, Leye D Johns.
The 10th anniversary in 2022 was marked with an exciting line-up of shows. All performed in the unique, cabaret style theatre, with a different attraction every night from June through November.
West End Musical and Blackpool Cabaret
For the first time ever, Viva Bar Blackpool staged a full West End musical, ‘Boogie Nights The 70’s Musical‘. The hilarious and heart-warming musical, with a hit soundtrack of our lives, featured Shane Nolan as the lead.
Jon Conway is the show’s original London director and staged this Viva version. He said, “Boogie Nights always had a terrific party atmosphere on previous Blackpool visits. I’m really excited that we’ve secured a large and talented cast of established musical theatre performers to stage the show at Viva Bar Blackpool.”
Meanwhile resident host Leye D Johns headlined ‘Viva The Show’ a vibrant new spectacular production. Complete with a glamorous cast of singers and dancers, showcasing the very best of showbiz glitz at the heart of the Golden Mile. ‘Viva Country Legends’ was also new in 2022.
Family Entertainment
Viva also became the home of family entertainment as part of it’s 10th anniversary celebration. Welcoming the hilarious ‘Crazy Comedy Company’ with an exciting new show. A hit at the Edinburgh Festival and Butlins alike it’s just one of a number of new family shows at Viva.
A Spectacular 10 Years for Viva Bar Blackpool!
Owners Martin Heywood and popular, outrageous host Leye D Johns, commented –
“It’s been a spectacular 10-years and an amazing privilege to play an integral role in Blackpool’s resurgence as the UK’s favourite family destination. Through hard work, dedication and a huge wealth of talent, Viva’s become an entertainment mecca, welcoming thousands of visitors each season.”
“Guests will enjoy a top-class programme, featuring a wide range of brand-new shows and returning favourites. With the support of the Arts Council, over £250,000 is set to be invested to ensure we continue to grow, producing the best in live entertainment in the heart of Blackpool”
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