What's On in Southport - September 2026

Check out our comprehensive guide to what's on and things to do in Southport in September 2026.

Whether you want to know what's on in Southport today, this weekend, or in the month ahead, our guide will give you the lowdown on the best things do when you are visiting the town centre in September 2026.

We've highlighted over 50 events and activities taking place throughout September, including family-friendly fun, new shows, arts and culture, and plenty more.

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Fun and Entertainment 😍

Southport Artisan Market
Southport Market | Sat 5 Sep
A vibrant market featuring independent traders, handmade crafts, artisan food, gifts, and live entertainment in a lively community atmosphere.

Beer At The Pier
Silcock's Family Restaurant | Sat 12 – Sun 13 Sep 2026
A two-day Oktoberfest celebration at Silcock's beside Southport Pier, featuring German beers, live music, traditional food and entertainment overlooking the Marine Lake.

80's Day Disco: Southport
Banff Southport | Sat 12 Sep 2026
A daytime 80s party at Banff, packed with nostalgic hits, dancing and classic throwback tunes for fans of the decade.

The Southport Record Fair
Prince of Wales Hotel | Sun 13 Sep 2026
Browse thousands of vinyl records spanning rock, pop, soul, jazz and more at this popular Southport record fair.

80’s Comedy Bingo
The Bold Hotel | Sun 13 Sep 2026
A fun afternoon of comedy, 80s hits, singalongs, bingo and prizes, followed by an 80s party with DJ Jon Jessop.

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience
The Bold Hotel | Thu 17 Sep 2026
Join Basil, Sybil and Manuel for a hilarious interactive dinner inspired by the classic sitcom, with plenty of chaos served alongside your meal.

Jersey Boys Tribute Night
The Grand | Sat 19 Sep 2026
Enjoy all the classic Jersey Boys hits, from Sherry to Oh What a Night, with plenty of dancing and singalong moments.

The Freddie & Queen Experience
Southport Market | Fri 25 Sep 2026
A high-energy tribute celebrating Freddie Mercury and Queen, featuring iconic hits, flamboyant performances and plenty of singalong favourites.

Next Stop Nashville
Waterfront Southport Hotel | Sat 26 Sep 2026
A Nashville-style country party with live music, Southern-style food, cowboy spirit and a DJ until 1am.

Great British Motor Show
Victoria Park | Sun 27 Sep 2026
A celebration of motoring featuring classic cars, modern vehicles and impressive displays, bringing enthusiasts together in Southport’s scenic Victoria Park.

Great for kids 😁

Story & Rhyme Time
The Atkinson | Each Wednesday
Free weekly drop‑in session for babies & under‑fives with songs, rhymes and stories to boost language and social fun

Dear Zoo
The Atkinson | Tue 22 & Wed 23 Sep 2026
Rod Campbell’s much-loved children’s classic comes to life with puppets, music and plenty of audience interaction for little ones.

Rubbish Shakespeare Company: Romeo & Juliet
The Atkinson | Sat 26 Sep 2026
A hilarious, chaotic take on Shakespeare’s classic, packed with slapstick, silly storytelling and plenty of laughs for ages 5 to 105.

Construction Club
The Atkinson | Sat 26 Sep 2026
A free LEGO session in The Atkinson Library, where children and budding builders can get creative and build whatever their imagination comes up with.

Arts and Culture 🖼️

The Landing: QuARTet
The Atkinson | Runs until 26 Sep
A contemporary exhibition featuring four regional artists showcasing paintings, ceramics, sculpture, and mixed-media works in The Atkinson’s popular Landing Gallery.vent with creative workshops, refreshments, raffle prizes, and a welcoming space to meet the Art Ease team and get inspired.

Night and Day Exhibition
Warehouse Arts Centre | Runs until 3 October
A new exhibition exploring the contrast between night and day, bringing together artwork that looks at light, darkness, time and everyday life.

The Angels of Mons
The Atkinson | Runs until 17 October
A fascinating exhibition exploring the famous First World War legend through history, storytelling, and original archival material.

Brian & George Fell: Always Something New
The Atkinson | Until 17 October
A striking exhibition of sculpture, steelwork and public art celebrating four decades of creativity from father-and-son artists Brian and George Fell.

Zahed Taj-Eddin: ANTIQUITA
The Atkinson | Runs until 10 October
A powerful sculpture exhibition exploring memory, myth, survival and resistance through striking clay and bronze works inspired by ancient civilisations.

Taking Centre Stage: Female Artists in The Atkinson’s Collection
The Atkinson | Runs until 2027
An inspiring exhibition celebrating women artists represented in The Atkinson’s collection, spanning traditional and contemporary works.

Southport Creatives: September Meet-Up
Southport Market | Wed 2 Sep 2026
A relaxed evening for local visual artists to meet, share ideas, chat about Southport’s creative scene, with food and drinks too.

Hidden Spaces and Silent Voices
ArtHouse Gallery | Tue 8 – Sat 26 Sep 2026
Explore the Salus Building’s story through free creative sessions, including ceramics, Gelli printing, jewellery-making and sketching during Heritage Week.

Portrait Club with Lauren McInerney
The Big Onion Community Hub | Thu 17 Sep 2026
A relaxed life-drawing evening with local artist Lauren McInerney, featuring a live model, quick sketches, longer poses and tips for all abilities.

Theatre and Comedy 🎭

No Coward Soul
Southport Bijou Cinema | Fri 4 Sep 2026
Emily Parr’s one-woman play follows a woman navigating divorce, playing 37 characters in a funny, touching and brutally honest story.

Quiz – Southport Dramatic Club
Little Theatre Southport | Fri 11 – Sat 19 Sep 2026
A gripping play about the infamous ‘Coughing Major’ scandal, exploring the Millionaire cheating controversy, courtroom drama and obsession with trivia.

Comedy Gold: An Evening of Stand-Up Comedy
Southport Bijou Cinema | Fri 18 Sep 2026
A monthly night of stand-up comedy at the Bijou, with a line-up of local comedians bringing plenty of laughs to Southport.

Baga Chipz: Bagz to Riches
The Atkinson | Sat 19 Sep 2026
Baga Chipz brings her outrageous comedy, stories, music and cabaret to Southport, joined by Tanya Hyde for a gloriously camp night out.

NT Live: The Misanthrope
Southport Bijou Cinema | Thu 24 Sep 2026
Sandra Oh stars in this sharp, modern reworking of Molière’s dark comedy, filmed live at the National Theatre (screening).

Bright Places
The Atkinson | Wed 30 Sep 2026
A funny, glitter-filled one-woman show about growing up with MS, mixing 90s pop, comedy and an honest look at living with chronic illness.

Cinema 🎬

Southport Bijou Cinema Highlights
I Swear | Wed 2 Sep 19.30
The Big Lebowski | Wed 9 Sep 19.30
Jumanji | Sun 20 Sep 17.00
Resevoir Dogs | Wed 31 Sep 19.30

Vue Cinema Southport new releases
Pressure | From 9 Sep
Resident Evil | From 18 Sep
Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom | From 18 Sep

Screen Club
Southport Bijou | Each Tuesday
This is the Bijou Cinema’s unique film school and film fan forum, with weekly screening session hosted by an expert with industry experience.

Live Music 🎶

Check out the Southport Live Music page for more on weekly gigs in Southport town centre.

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