Southport Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Southport and surrounding areas
Southport sparkles this the holiday season with Christmas lights along the Promenade and a full calendar of winter festivals, ice skating and theatrical pantomimes around the town centre and pier. The seaside setting adds a festive backdrop to family-friendly activities and markets. Enjoy Festive Bottomless Brunch at Harry's Rooftop Bar, Beauty & the Beast: Christmas Pantomime 2025 and Sleeping Beauty Panto for winter festivals, Christmas lights and plenty of things to do.
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Christmas Parties
22 eventsMultiple venues with distinct New Year's Eve entertainment.
Christmas Shows
16 eventsThe Snowman film with live orchestral accompaniment
Christmas Markets
15 eventsEuropean-style Christmas market with over 100 independent vendors.
Christmas Lights
12 eventsSix miles of free, world-famous light displays.
Christmas Activities
35 eventsLEGO® themed Santa experiences with a free LEGO® set.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Blackpool Illuminations 2025
(Blackpool)
Six miles of free, world-famous light displays.
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Liverpool Christmas Market
(Liverpool)
European-style Christmas market with over 100 independent vendors.
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Christmas By The Sea
(Blackpool)
Festive village on Tower Festival Headland
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The Light Before Christmas: The Gift
(Liverpool)
Cathedral transformed by light and sound projections
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John Lewis Santa Experiences
LEGO® themed Santa experiences with a free LEGO® set.
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The Snowman Film with Live Orchestra
(Liverpool)
The Snowman film with live orchestral accompaniment
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Southport Christmas Events Map
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Southport Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Southport Christmas Flotilla, Winterfest Craft Market, and the Holiday Tour of Homes. These events draw visitors from across the region each December.
Southport is known for its Christmas Flotilla, where decorated boats parade along the waterfront, and the Winterfest Tea, a community tradition that supports local organizations.
Downtown Southport and the historic districts are especially festive, with many homes and businesses participating in the annual Storefront Showcase and light displays.
The Winterfest Craft Market on Bay Street is the main hub for local makers, with additional vendor stalls and markets appearing at community events throughout the season.
Free activities include the downtown tree lighting, Christmas Flotilla, and exploring neighborhood light displays. Many Winterfest events also offer free admission or low-cost tickets.
Families enjoy the Winterfest Craft Market, the Holiday Tour of Homes, and the Christmas Flotilla. Many events feature kid-friendly activities and seasonal treats.