PEOPLE are invited to the Southport Christmas Spectacular this November to celebrate the start of the Christmas season in Southport.
The family friendly event, which is free to attend, features an exciting day of children’s entertainment and festive fun at the Lord Street Bandstand on:- Saturday, 14 November 2026.
People can enjoy a day of live performances, including music, local dance groups, and appearances from popular children’s stars between:- 11am and 4pm.
Hosted by Kelly Bond and Alex Toal, the event features K-Pop and Toy Story shows, music from Ray Quinn, an appearance from Miss Rachel, and much more.
The fun doesn’t stop there, with plenty of festive activities also taking place outside of The Vincent Hotel throughout the day.
Get ready to strike a pose in a special:- ‘Character Zone’, where people can meet and take pictures with the official Paddington from the hit movie series. Buzz Lightyear will also be on hand to greet fans at intervals throughout the day.
Santa will also be in attendance! Young people can visit his magical sleigh and deliver their letters in person.
There will be Christmas craft stalls and facepainting, the return of the popular giant snow globe, and a Paddington-themed:- ‘Kids Christmas Wellbeing Workshop’ taking place inside The Vincent Hotel. Booking is required for the workshop.
Families can also enjoy Southport’s sparkling Christmas lights for the 1st time during the Southport Christmas Spectacular.
Each winter, the town bursts into colour with over 200,00 festive lights, including the signature 60ft Christmas tree and the much-loved Bear and Reindeer characters.
The Southport Christmas Spectacular is organised by Southport BID (Business Improvement District).
The stage show line-up is as follows:-
11.00 - 12.00
Toy Story Show
Magic Movers
So Talented
Miss Rachel
12.00 - 13.00
The Dance Place
Superhero Show
Central Dance
13.00 - 14.00
Express Performing Arts
Connected Voices Choir
Princess Pop Show
14.00 - 15.00
Dani Capi Whittericks
K-Pop Vs Saja Show
Sereno’s Dance School
15.00 - 16.00
Ray Quinn
Marshside Brass Band
For more information on this year’s Southport Christmas Spectacular, visit the Your Southport website and make sure to follow Your Southport on Facebook or Instagram.