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What's On in Southport in July 2025

Check out our comprehensive guide to what's happening in Southport in July 2025, highlighting the best events and activities to enjoy in the town centre this month.

It's official; summer has arrived in Southport!

There's lots happening this month.  Magical new trails, special events taking place at Victoria Park, and lots of lovely live music.  If that's not enough, maybe you might enjoy fantastic new exhibitions at The Atkinson or the tenth Southport Summer Whisky festival.

Next month, big events like Southport Flower Show and Air Show arrive in town, but before that, let's make the most of July in Southport!

Our list includes selected events, new venues to try, and a long list of arts and culture, music, and more.

Make sure to follow Your Southport on Facebook and Instagram to keep up-to-date with the latest from Southport.

Southport Tolkien Trail

21 June - 27 September

A new trail arrives in Southport town centre this June, with activities celebrating the works of fantasy author J.R.R. Tolkien.

The trail spans nine unique locations, each celebrating all things The Hobbit and Lord of The Rings, including the The Magic Middle-earth exhibition at The Atkinson.

Find out more

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Southport Whisky Festival

Saturday 5 July

The annual Whisky Festival event features seven venues in the town centre pouring rare and special edition drams.

Visit each location, try some incredible whisky, and speak to experts from some of the UK's finest distilleries.

Find out more

Whisky Festival 4

Blues Fest

11-13 July - Coopers Bar

A new three-day blues festival is launching at Coopers Bar in Southport, with music legends Mike Brookfield and Gary Cain will headline the festival.  The festival is free to attend but guests need to sign up in advance.

Find out more

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Summer Car Show

Saturday 12 July - Victoria Park

A family-friendly fun day for petrol heads, with static displays and show vehicles including drift and track cars, American motors, and much more.

Enjoy food and drink, stalls, and DJ's.  Inflatables and fun activities will keep the kids entertained throughout.

Find out more

Car Show Victoria Park

Conquer The Coast

Saturday 21 July- Victoria Park

This full-day event will challenge teams of four to a series of high-intensity workouts designed to test every aspect of fitness.

As well as the competition, there will be vendors supplying gym gear, food, supplements, and more.

Find out more

Conquer

New venues to try

Sirocco Restaurant

This brand new Mediterranean restaurant opened at The Grand in late June.

Think Mezze boards, Morroccan lamb, crispy seabass, and zingy Greek salads.  Fresh, elegant places served in an incredible venue.

Find out more

Sirocco at The Grand

Little Korean Kitchen

A bitesize version of everyone's favourite Korean joint has opened inside Southport Market!

The new stall serves up street food classics as well as versions of much-loved favourites from the restaurant.  Try their signature fried chicken, Korean corn dogs, Katsu cups, and much more.

Find out more

Little Korean Kitchen

Sip Southport

This charming London Street café is the latest venture from the owners of  the beloved Hideaway.

At Sip, you’ll find a tempting selection of light bites, including freshly made sandwiches and, of course, an irresistible array of cakes

Find out more

Sip cakes
Southport Little Theatre

Selected events

Craft cider festival | Sir Henry Seagrave | 27 June-6 July

Van Gogh Paint Party | Occulo Lounge | 1 July

Global Village | Wayfarers Arcade | 5 July

Food and Craft Market | Victoria Park | 5-6 July

Coopers Summer Bazaar | Coopers Bar | 19 July

Cece Monsoon’s Big Drag Night Out | The Bold Hotel | 25 July

Makers Market | The Guelder Rose | 26 July

Arts and Culture 🖼️

The Landing: Katherine Dereli | The Atkinson | 7 June-12 July

The Magic of Middle Earth | The Atkinson | 17 June-27 September

Drawing with Coal: UK - Poland - Solo Exhibition | ArtHouse Southport | 17 June-5 July

150th Anniversary Exhibition - The Atkinson | 21 June-7 March 2026

Chila Burman: I Love You Southport - The Atkinson | 21 June-15 November

Summer Exhibition - ArtHouse Southport | 8-26 July

Film 🎞️

Screen Club | Southport Bijou Cinema | Each Tuesday

Pulp Fiction | Southport Bijou Cinema | 11 July

The Silence of the Lambs | Southport Bijou Cinema | 24 July

Jurassic World : Rebirth | Vue Cinema | Multiple showings

Superman | Vue Cinema | Multiple Showings

Theatre 🎭

Beauty and The Beast | Southport Little Theatre | July 2 - 5

CREO on Broadway | The Atkinson | 12 July

Roy Orbison Story | The Atkinson | 24 July

Live Music 🎶

Indie Disco | The Engine Room | 4 July

Gregg Gavan | Kokomo | 5 July

Raw Deal | The Guesthouse | 5 July

Throwback Masters (80's/90's) | Banff | 12 July

Fourtune | Kokomo | 12 July

Neville Grundy | The Guesthouse | 12 July

Quandary | The Cheshire Lines | 13 July

The Cadillax | The Guesthouse | 19 July

Tony Paris | Kokomo | 19 July

Corridor Soul Club | Corridor Bar & Eatery | 13 July

Trine | The Guesthouse | 25 July

Just Keith | Kokomo | 26 July

Mushy and McKenna | The Cheshire Lines | 26 July

Check out the Southport Live Music page for tips on gigs and live music in Southport town centre.

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