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Southport Events Guide 2026-2027
Be sure to catch all that Southport has to offer in 2026.
With a bumper programme new and returning major events, Southport town centre will shine brighter that ever in 2026. Browse our month-by-month guide of key events to plan your trip in advance.
The Air Show, Flower Show, and other annual favourites are back, alongside exciting new additions such as Lightport and the spectacular Cristal Palace.
There's also the small matter of The 154th Open, which takes place at neighbouring Royal Birkdale Golf Club in July.
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2026
24-hour Yacht Race
Marine Lake | 12-13 September 2026
Over 500 competitors descend on Southport to take part in the famous dinghy race, which tasks competitors with a 24-hour race around a large section of the beautiful Marine Lake.
Watching the many coloured sails navigate around the lake’s islands is an incredible spectacle. It’s a perfect excuse for a day trip to the coast and a picnic down by the water. Visit the Lakeside Inn for one of the best views (if you can get a seat that is…).
The British Musical Fireworks Championship
Victoria Park | 26-27 September 2026
For a couple of days each Autumn, the sky above Southport becomes the setting for some of the world’s best pyrotechnic teams.
Enjoy a spectacle of dazzling firework displays that will take your breath away, exploding into life in perfect synchronicity with the music.
Southport Comedy Festival
Victoria Park | 2 - 18 October
The annual Comedy Fest is a must-attend event for anyone seeking a good laugh!
A star-studded list of notable stand-up comedians bring their wit and humour to Southport each year. The event, which is hosted in Victoria Park beneath a grand marquee, featured such names as Chris McCausland, Ardal O’Hanlon, and Omid Djalili in 2025.
Books Alive
Southport Town Centre | 24 - 31 October 2026
Once Upon a Town... Books Alive! brings a world of imagination and adventure to Southport this October half term, with the Jolly Postman Trail, author events, creative activities and interactive experiences.
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Southport Christmas Spectacular
Southport Town Centre | Saturday November 14 2026
The traditional Christmas curtain-raiser takes place each November in the Town Hall Gardens and kick starts the season in style.
2025 saw a live show featuring famous children's TV stars and local performers, with festive activities taking place all around the town centre.
Christmas in Southport
Southport sparkles each December with spectacular Christmas lights and an array of fun festive events throughout the Christmas calendar.
Visit the The Bear and The Reindeer, dive into the magic of a live panto at The Atkinson, and head out on an adventure and explore jolly town centre trails.
2027
Southport Beer Week
Southport Town Centre | 2027 Date TBC
The town-wide celebration of real ale and good beer is returns in 2027!
Take on the Beer Week 'real ale trail' and get a gang together to join in on some of the great events and activities taking place.
Southport Food and Drink Festival
Victoria Park | 2027 Date TBC
Each year, people flock to Victoria Park for Southport’s annual food and drink festival, where local and national vendors serve up everything from curries to crepes and cocktails.
Locals love to spend a relaxing day at the Festival; sampling a mixture of dishes before heading back into town for further refreshments.
August
Southport Cocktail Week
Southport Town Centre | 2027 Date TBC
A brand new event launched in 2026, focusing on ten days of summer cocktail celebrations.
Grab a wristband to enjoy 40+ exclusive cocktails from just £5 at over 25 town-centre venues. Discover new favourites, support local hospitality, and raise funds for Queenscourt Hospice through every wristband sold.
Southport Flower Show
Victoria Park | 2027 Date TBC
Each August, Victoria Park is transformed with stunning floral displays and gardening exhibitions for the UK’s largest independent flower show.
Green-fingered guests flock from around the country to view dazzling show gardens and the country’s largest Amateur Growers’ Competition, saving time to meet special celebrity guests.
Beyond Southport
Liverpool city centre, a hub of world-class events, is only a short train ride from Southport. Each year, the region draws thousands to the iconic Grand National for three days of racing. There's Liverpool Biennial, the UK’s largest free contemporary art festival, and the dazzling River of Light which brings a sparkle to winter nights.
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