The Fun Experts Bring Fun to the Reopening of The Harris Museum, Preston

What Did the Client, Preston City Council, Want...

As part of the grand reopening celebrations for the Harris Museum in Preston City Centre, the event organisers wanted to create an engaging, family-friendly experience that captured the spirit of the city and welcomed the community back to one of Preston’s most iconic landmarks.

They were looking for event hire in Preston that offered something nostalgic, interactive, and suitable for all ages - the kind of entertainment that would make people stop, smile, and stay a little longer.

The organisers needed:

• Traditional funfair stall hire to bring colour and excitement to the outdoor area.
• Event equipment hire that could be delivered, set up, and managed professionally.
• Reliable event entertainment in the North West to engage large crowds safely and seamlessly.

Knowing The Fun Experts’ strong reputation for high-quality event hire services and engaging staff, the organisers turned to them to make the reopening celebration unforgettable.

How Did The Fun Experts Help...

The Harris Museum’s event team wanted an entertainment package that complemented the cultural significance of the event while keeping the focus on community enjoyment. Understanding the brief, The Fun Experts provided a selection of classic funfair stalls for hire that offered a perfect mix of fun, nostalgia, and inclusivity:

• Hook A Duck Stall Hire – A timeless favourite that delighted younger visitors and families alike.
• Play Your Cards Right Stall Hire – Bringing energy, laughter, and friendly competition to the celebrations.
• Carnival Hoopla Stall Hire – Encouraging guests of all ages to test their skills in a classic fairground challenge.

Each stall featured authentic funfair styling and was fully staffed by The Fun Experts’ professional event team, ensuring a smooth, safe, and welcoming experience for all attendees.

From logistics and setup to operation and pack-down, The Fun Experts delivered a complete event equipment hire solution, allowing the organisers to focus on running a successful celebration without worry.

The Final Result...

The reopening of the Harris Museum in Preston was a resounding success, attracting crowds from across the city and beyond. The funfair stalls became a central attraction - drawing in families, generating laughter, and adding a vibrant sense of nostalgia to the day.

Visitors praised the fun and the atmosphere, creating a joyful, inclusive environment.

The event demonstrated how The Fun Experts’ funfair stall hire in Lancashire can transform any occasion — from public celebrations to corporate events and community festivals -  into an engaging and memorable experience.

The outcome:

• A seamless and stress-free event hire experience.
• Engaging, high-quality funfair stall entertainment for all ages.
• A truly memorable reopening day that captured the heart of Preston.

By combining professionalism with playfulness, The Fun Experts once again proved why they are a leading provider of event hire and entertainment in the North West, delivering unforgettable experiences for communities, businesses, and venues across the region.

Looking at ideas and plans for your very own Event Entertainment - reach out to the Fun Experts today!