Enjoy Super Saturday in Southport with these 6 superb Christmas family events

GET ready for an omissible Super Saturday in Southport with a special day packed with festive entertainment! Saturday, 15 November 2025 will be an unmissable day in the Southport calendar with the Southport Christmas Spectacular in the Town Hall Gardens; The Grand Christmas Lights Switch On; festive markets on Market Street and at The Big Onion; Santa�s Christmas Party followed by Ray Quinn at The Atkinson; and more.

1 - Southport Christmas Spectacular

Families are invited to the:- �Southport Christmas Spectacular� with a huge kids party and non-stop entertainment throughout the day.

This free festive event, organised by Southport BID, will take place on:- Saturday, 15 November 2025.

A packed programme of festive activities in the Town Centre will open the Christmas calendar in Southport in style!

Visitors can enjoy a huge kids Christmas party in the Town Hall Gardens on Lord Street between:- 11am and 4pm, including a stage show with appearances from famous children�s TV characters, dance schools, and local performers.

People can expect to see:-

Peppa Pig Dance Party.
Bluey and Bingo Activation.
Andy�s Dinosaur Adventures Show.
K-Pop Demons Show from Starkidz.
Popstars Show from Regally Royal.
Spiderman appearance.
Local dance schools performing throughout the day.

Following the conclusion of the live acts, don�t miss the launch of a brand-new interactive music show on the LED Christmas tree in the Town Hall Gardens which will animate in colour to music.

At intervals throughout the day, there will be opportunities for people to get pictures in a brand new:- �Character Zone� with Bluey and Bingo, along with:- Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig and baby sister, Evie.

Facepainting, craft stalls, and further activities will provide even more fun at the event.

2 - The Grand Christmas Lights Switch On

Christmas at The Grand in Southport

The festive season is about to shine even brighter as The Grand, Southport hosts its Annual Christmas Light Switch-On Celebration on:- Saturday, 15 November 2025, with an unforgettable afternoon and evening of entertainment, music and festive fun for all ages.

Everyone is invited to head to The Grand following the celebrations of the Southport Christmas Spectacular, to continue the merriment and festive fun.

Kicking off from:- 4pm, this free entry event invites families, friends and festive revellers to gather outside The Grand for the Big Christmas Light Switch On.

There will be children�s entertainment hosted by the fabulous Regally Royal Parties where guests can expect laughter, singalongs and plenty of Christmas cheer as thousands of twinkling lights bring The Grand to life in true holiday style.

The fun begins outdoors, where the celebration will be in full swing with:-

Santa and his cheeky Elf, bringing festive magic and mischief to the crowd.
Live DJ sets, keeping the party atmosphere alive from afternoon into evening.
Choir performances and live music, filling Lord Street with the sounds of Christmas.
Festive food and drink stalls, serving seasonal treats and winter warmers.
Games and entertainment, creating memories the whole family will cherish.

As the lights go on, the party moves inside The Grand and the atmosphere turns electric.

From 7pm until late, guests can dance, mingle and toast to the start of Christmas with:-

DJ Jeff Wood and Nick the Lunatic spinning festive floor fillers.
A live saxophonist delivering smooth, upbeat energy.
Sunset Ali on percussion, adding rhythm and flair to the evening�s soundtrack.

With dazzling d�cor, live entertainment and festive cocktails flowing, The Grand promises a night to remember whether guests are out with family or celebrating with friends.

3 - Festive Artisan Market and live music at Southport Market

The countdown continues until this fabulous day in Southport.

You can find some unique Christmas gifts from local traders at the Festive Artisan and Gift Market by PMM Events which will be taking place outdoors on the newly pedestrianised Market Street, to the side of Southport Market.

It will take place between:- 11am and 4pm, all welcome.

There is lots happening inside Southport Market too!

The Extravaganza Space in the back room will host a sold out Big Fish Little Fish Family Party with Cream legend Paul Bleasdale.

In the Main Hall you can sit back and enjoy live music from Soul Campbell from 4pm onwards.

Southport Market will also be launching its festive drinks menu, including festive cocktails, festive hot chocolates, mulled wine and more!

4 - Santa's Christmas Party

Santa's Christmas Party at The Atkinson in Southport

The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport, on:- Saturday, 15 November 2025, from:- 11:00 to 11:45 and 14:00 to 14:45.

The show where every child receives a present from Santa!

Following last year�s sell-out performances, Honalee Media are delighted to present a brand new show this festive season�

Christmas is the busiest time of year at the North Pole, when Father Christmas makes presents to deliver across the whole world� and when everyone gets ready for Santa�s Christmas Party!

But this year somebody has been up to mischief� Dotty the Elf�s decorations have gone missing, Dasher the Reindeer�s party games are broken, and what has happened to Pompom the Penguin�s Christmas music?

It looks as though somebody wants to stop Santa�s Christmas Party; and that someone is Jack Frost!

Help get Santa�s Christmas Party back on track in an adventure full of fun, festive songs and party games. Then meet Santa at his home in the North Pole, where every child will receive a special present from him, after the most Christmassy Christmas show ever; HO HO HO!

For more information, visit this website.

5 - Ray Quinn:- A Swinging Christmas

The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport - Saturday, 15 November 2025, from:- 7.30pm.

Join the sensational Ray Quinn; star of stage and screen, and a No.1 platinum-selling swing artist; for an unforgettable evening of festive cheer!

Backed by his incredible big band, Ray will bring the magic of the season to life with timeless Christmas classics and smooth swinging hits.

Don�t miss this dazzling festive spectacular that�s guaranteed to get you into the swing of Christmas!

For more information, visit this website.

6 - Big Onion Christmas Market

People are invited to call into the new Big Onion venture in Southport Town Centre for a Christmas Market, running on the same day as the Southport Christmas Spectacular.

The Big Onion aims to offer:- �life changing� opportunities for local people as it operates from the former Crave pizza cafe in the Town Hall Gardens, on Lord Street, Southport.

It will enable people operating social enterprises or community initiatives to provide their services from a central location with support from Merseyside Expanding Horizons.

The Big Onion will open its doors and join in the festive activities on:- Saturday, 15 November 2025 and is inviting people to get involved.

They will be selling soft drinks, mulled wine and hot chocolate all day as well as promoting some of the activities which will start from:- Monday, 17 December 2025.

The Big Onion will also be running a crafty market for local makers.

The Big Onion is looking for talented local businesses to join the Southport Big Onion Christmas Market between:- 10am and 5pm on:- Saturday, 15 November 2025.

Be part of the festive fun and showcase your work to hundreds of visitors.

Apply for your stall here.

Connell Court Care Home celebrates successful 1st year under new ownership

CONNELL Court Care Home in Southport has marked a very successful 1st year under new ownership with a special celebration event enjoyed by residents, families, and staff.

The 1st birthday celebration took place on:- Friday, 24 October 2025, with special guest:- Julie Lawson BEM, Deputy Lieutenant of Merseyside. Guests were treated to wonderful harp music throughout the evening, while local photographer Dave Brown captured memorable moments.

Located on Weld Road near Birkdale Village, Connell Court looked back on a busy and productive year with an evening of friendship, community, and entertainment.

In 2024, Connell Court became part of the Crestview Care family, with the new owners making substantial improvements to the home�s facilities while retaining everything that makes it so loved by residents.

The event also welcomed members of the local community to come along, meet the team, see 1st hand the ongoing improvements, and learn more about life at Connell Court. Anyone unable to attend is warmly invited to contact the home for more information or to arrange a visit.

Connell Court is now looking ahead to 2026, when it will celebrate its 50th anniversary since opening in 1976.

Crestview Care Director Steve Sargent said:- "We�d like to thank Julie Lawson BEM and everyone who joined us to celebrate our 1st anniversary at Connell Court. It�s hard to believe it�s been a year already. We�ve been delighted to welcome Connell Court into our Crestview Care family. It�s everything we hoped it would be, and more. 1 of the reasons Connell Court remains such a popular place to live is the dedication and warmth of its staff. We�ve been so pleased to retain the vast majority of the team who were here when we purchased the home last year. For us, it�s been about supporting that team while also making significant financial investment to enhance facilities and introduce new systems. We�ve implemented new digital technology to boost efficiency, allowing staff to spend even more time with residents and less on paperwork. I always enjoy talking with residents and hearing their stories. 1 of them, Ralph, who is 97, told me that moving to Connell Court has given him a new lease of life. Instead of sitting at home alone, he�s surrounded by friends and caring staff, and he loves getting involved in the many activities we offer."

Steve added:- "Over the past 12 months, we�ve carried out a major refurbishment programme. We wanted to get started straight away and make visible improvements that benefit residents. The 1st floor has been completely transformed, introducing our new boutique rooms, which have proven extremely popular, with only 2 of the new rooms now available. So far, we�ve refurbished 14 of the home�s 37 rooms as part of our rolling improvement plan. We�ve also upgraded corridors, installed brand new televisions, and added stylish wooden flooring. And we�re not stopping there, our ambition is to keep improving."

Connell Court Business Manager Jennifer McCulloch said:- "This is such a happy home to work in. We�ve had a fantastic year with our residents, from day trips to Llandudno in the summer, to popular events like coffee mornings, cheese and wine evenings, quiz and boules nights, and boules nights, which residents and families love getting involved in. Right now, residents are voting to choose which local charity we�ll support next year through our fundraising events, it�s all about giving choice and encouraging participation. We also welcome lots of people for respite stays. Many come for a short break, enjoy the experience, and then return, some even choose to make Connell Court their permanent home. People come to Connell Court because they want to be here, not because they have to be, and that makes all the difference. This December, we�re running a special offer, anyone staying with us for 2 weeks during the month can stay over Christmas Day and Boxing Day for free. Winter can be a difficult time for older people, with colder weather and darker nights, so it�s a lovely opportunity to be among friends and enjoy the warmth and companionship of our community."

Established in 1976, Connell Court is a purpose built, 37 bedroom residential care home with a long-standing reputation for delivering high quality, person-centred care.

Residents are supported to live fulfilling, independent lives with shared living and dining areas that foster a strong sense of community. The home offers a full programme of activities, outings, and events, alongside personalised care and support.

Crestview Care was founded by experienced care and housing specialists alongside family oriented investors. Their shared vision is to deliver a compassionate, person centred approach that strengthens the bond between residents and staff and ensures the highest standards of care.

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Enjoy Super Saturday in Southport with these 6 superb Christmas family events

Connell Court Care Home celebrates successful 1st year under new ownership