Encounter Festival 2026

Expect walk-about theatre, interactive performances, music, workshops and much more!

This year, we’ve teamed up with Josh from Wolf Entertainments and Events for an exciting Horrockses-themed commission. Celebrating Preston’s most iconic label, Josh will be bringing the designs to life in a new and interesting way.

It’ll be an all-out Horrockses Fashions frenzy as The Harris also launches its 80th anniversary exhibition on the same day.

As day turns to night, our spectacular Torchlight Procession will take centre stage as it weaves its way through Preston city centre. Over 500 people are expected to take part, filling the streets of Preston with music, dancing and light.

This is something you don’t want to miss.

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