Performances in Blackpool are usually on a larger scale, with additional back-up dancers, elaborate props and even more theatrics than usual.

Arriving in Blackpool is also a symbol of how far the contestants have come on their dance journeys – reaching the iconic ballroom is a huge achievement.

With high stakes and intense attention, it’s a chance for couples to show they’re in it to win it, potentially gaining momentum heading into the final weeks of the show.

But will Blackpool Week take place on Strictly Come Dancing this year? Here’s everything we know so far.

Will Blackpool Week strictly take place this year?

Yeah! The BBC has confirmed that Blackpool Week is on the agenda for 2024.

On Sunday (November 3), Chris McCausland led to unknownpreviously tweeted, to confirm the news, writing: “Well, here we are, one show away from Blackpool and two shows away from Dianne’s parents being able to see her dance in person.”

He added: “Thank you to everyone who voted. I feel very good about next week.”

When will Blackpool Week take place on Strictly 2024?

Blackpool Week usually takes place at the halfway point of the Strictly season, when the race reaches its final stages.

If Chris’ message is anything to go by, this means Blackpool is next weekend. Yes, Blackpool Week will take place on Saturday November 16.

Which celebrities will be taking part in Blackpool Week on Strictly 2024?

This weekend’s elimination (November 10) will determine the final lineup for Blackpool 2024.

But for now, here are the celebrities still in the running:

• Chris McCausland
• JB Gill
• Wynn Evans
• Tasha Ghouri
• Pete Wicks
• Shayne Ward
• Sara Hadland
• Jaime Borthwick
• Montell Douglas

Strictly Come Dancing continues on Saturday 9 November at 6.35pm on BBC One.

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