Celebrating the Centenary of Eric Morecambe
12th May 2026 - 14th July 2026
Eric Morecambe, born John Eric Bartholomew in Morecambe in 1926, took his stage name from the place that shaped him and never stopped inspiring him. From winning local talent contests as a boy to becoming one half of the legendary double act Morecambe and Wise, his warmth, wit and unmistakable comic timing made him one of Britain’s best‑loved entertainers. Fiercely proud of his hometown, Eric’s legacy lives on in Morecambe itself and in the enduring affection audiences still hold for a comedian who helped define British humour. In this, his centenary year, organisations across the district come together to celebrate the warmth and talent of this man who shaped the future of comedy and entertainment.
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| DJ Steve Middlesbrough invites you on a musical journey back to the 1970s and the height of Morecambe and Wise’s fame, featuring hilarious songs from their iconic sketch show and numbers from some of the legendary musical guests who gamely braved their company! |
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| Browse a collection of photos, postcards, letters and scripts giving an insight into Eric Morecambe’s life, including personal items from his collection. |
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Special Collections and Archives: 100th Birthday of Eric Morecambe | For Mental Health Awareness Week, the Special Collections and Archives are holding a comedy related event associated with the Jack Hylton Archive held by the Special Collections and Archives in the Library.
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Follow The Sunshine: Eric Morecambe Centenary Walks
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| Take a whistlestop tour of some key locations in the early life and career of legendary comedian Eric Morecambe on the new ‘Follow The Sunshine’ trail.
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| Welcome Gary and Gail Morecambe to town as they mark their dad's 100th birthday with a visit to his iconic statue on Morecambe Promenade.
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Follow The Sunshine: Eric Morecambe Centenary Walks
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| Take a whistlestop tour of some key locations in the early life and career of legendary comedian Eric Morecambe on the new ‘Follow The Sunshine’ trail.
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Morecambe Bay Academy’s Eric Morecambe Run
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| Support the students from Morecambe Bay Academy as they run 1 mile along the Promenade, performing the trademark Morecambe and Wise skip.
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| Enjoy Morecambe and Wise’s first big-screen outing: comic spy caper The Intelligence Men.
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| Enjoy classic clips featuring Morecambe and Wise on the big screen and a small exhibition of Eric Morecambe memorabilia from the private collection of David Harrop.
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| Take a whistlestop tour of some key locations in the early life and career of legendary comedian Eric Morecambe on the new ‘Follow The Sunshine’ trail.
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| The hit West End show celebrating Britain's best-loved comedy duo comes to Morecambe Winter Gardens.
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Eric Morecambe Centenary Discussion
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| Explore the life, career and enduring legacy of Eric Morecambe and his legendary comedy partnership with Ernie Wise through the eyes of Gary and Gail Morecambe.
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Winter Gardens Eric Morecambe Open Days
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| Enjoy classic clips featuring Morecambe and Wise on the big screen and a small exhibition of Eric Morecambe memorabilia from the private collection of David Harrop.
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Eric Morecambe 100 screening: That Riviera Touch
| | Eric and Ern star as two hapless traffic wardens who head to the French Riviera for a holiday, only to find themselves caught in a caper involving stolen gems, a vintage car, and a suspicious villa...
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| The hit West End show celebrating Britain's best-loved comedy duo comes to Morecambe Winter Gardens.
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| For families with neurodivergence, special educational needs, disability and additional needs, play your own way while exploring the funny world of Eric Morecambe.
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All The Right Notes: A Musical Tribute to Morecambe and Wise |
| Enjoy a musical tribute to the iconic duo Morecambe and Wise, with numbers from their greatest musical sketches and nods to some of their most famous musical guests performed by Morecambe Brass Band.
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| Enjoy the visual spectacle of 100 Erics 'skipping' out on the bay in this performance art and photography project.
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Eric Morecambe 100: Other Public Events and Activities
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| A mural tribute to Eric Morecambe, commissioned by Morecambe Business Improvement District (Morecambe BID), will be unveiled in May – date and time to be confirmed. Morecambe Town Council will unveil an Eric Morecambe 100-themed display at Morecambe Train Station – date and time to be confirmed. The ‘Ninja Knitters’ of Morecambe’s life-size crocheted Eric Morecambe mannequin will be popping up at various events around town – dates and times to be confirmed.
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Show Times
- 12th May 2026
- 13th May 2026
- 14th May 2026
- 15th May 2026
- 16th May 2026
- 17th May 2026
- 25th May 2026
- 4th July 2026
- 14th July 2026
Address
- Various venues, Morecambe, LA4 4BU
