The three-day event featured a packed schedule of thrilling performances across Winckley Square, the Bus Station, Orchard Street, the Flag Market and The MET on Saturday and Sunday.
Held every two years, Lancashire Encounter was established in 2015 as a legacy of the Preston Guild celebrations, aimed at cultivating friendships and fantastic city vibes.
The eclectic range of events – including a gravity-defying urban astronaut – attracted thousands to take part in the inspiring creativity and diversity on display across the city.
Take a look at our picture gallery from the weekend’s action below.
9. Events during the Lancashire Encounter arts festival in Preston city centre Beau (5) and Willow (4) Brown meet a chameleon puppet duriung Make It Wild at Preston Bus Station
Events during the Lancashire Encounter arts festival in Preston city centre Beau (5) and Willow (4) Brown meet a chameleon puppet duriung Make It Wild at Preston Bus Station Photo: Iain Lynn
10. Events during the Lancashire Encounter arts festival in Preston city centre Beau (5) and Willow (4) Brown meet a chameleon puppet duriung Make It Wild at Preston Bus Station
Events during the Lancashire Encounter arts festival in Preston city centre Beau (5) and Willow (4) Brown meet a chameleon puppet duriung Make It Wild at Preston Bus Station Photo: Iain Lynn
11. Events during the Lancashire Encounter arts festival in Preston city centre Born to Protest on the Flag Market
Events during the Lancashire Encounter arts festival in Preston city centre Born to Protest on the Flag Market Photo: Iain Lynn
12. Events during the Lancashire Encounter arts festival in Preston city centre Step Hop House performance on the Flaf Market
Events during the Lancashire Encounter arts festival in Preston city centre Step Hop House performance on the Flaf Market Photo: Iain Lynn