'Corona Heroes' to be celebrated in Blackpool Illuminations 2020 display
Blackpool Illuminations is to celebrate the extraordinary efforts of the NHS and key workers in its 2020 autumn display.
The six-mile stretch of the illuminations, which attracts more than three million visitors each year will feature a special display dedicated to those who have worked tirelessly and selflessly during the pandemic.
Around 50 of the successful applicants, chosen by Blackpool Illuminations’ creative curator, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, will have illuminated images of themselves lit up close to Blackpool Tower.
Last month, it was announced that Blackpool Illuminations will be extended by two months, starting on September 4 and ending on Sunday 3 January, 2021.
It will be the first time in history that the illuminations have shone over Christmas and New Year.
Cllr Gillian Campbell, Cabinet Member for Tourism & Culture, said: “This year’s Blackpool Illuminations give us the perfect opportunity to pay tribute to the remarkable efforts of those who have worked so tirelessly and selflessly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Our theme of Bring On The Light for this year’s display is intended to celebrate the nation’s re-emergence from a period of darkness which has seen the worst public health crisis in a generation.
“The Corona Heroes section will allow us to put just some of our NHS and key workers up in lights.”
Nominations:
If you want to nominate a 'Corona Hero' Visit Blackpool asks that you send a short statement (no more than 200 words) saying who, age and why they deserve to be included to illuminations.competition@blackpool.gov.uk by July 31.
Full terms and conditions can be found here.
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