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What's On in Southport - January 2026
Check out our comprehensive guide to what's on in Southport in January 2026, highlighting the best events and activities to enjoy in the town centre during the the first month of the year.
January in Southport is ideal for peaceful winter walks and discovering new hobbies by the coast, while also offering a packed calendar of events and activities throughout the month.
There's returning events such as the annual Jazz Festival and Winter Whisky Festival, brand new exhibitions, and plenty of reasons to to visit the town centre.
Our list includes selected events, and arts and culture, music, and entertainment highlights.
Make to sure to scroll right down to see the long list of things to do. 👇
Inspiration : Railway 200
Southport Train Station | 10 - 13 January
A free, family-friendly exhibition celebrating the past, present, and future of British Railways. Hop aboard a real train, which has been transformed with interactive displays and fun activities.
Southport Whisky Festival
Multiple Venues | 17 January 2026
The much-loved Southport Winter Whisky Festival is back for 2026! Enjoy samples from 25 top-tier whisky exhibitors at The Grand, with live music and tastings also taking place at historic pub The Guesthouse.
Comedy Pub Crawl
28 January 2026 | Multiple Venues
Southport Comedy Pub Crawls are back, so get the gang together for an evening of beers and belly laughing!
Join host Bren Riley (of Southport Comedy Festival fame) and enjoy five fantastic comedians as you hop between four Southport town centre venues.
Southport Jazz Festival
The Grand | 30 Jan - 1 Feb
The annual festival brings the very best in UK jazz to the stunning setting of The Grand.
Ten shows take place across three busy days of big band, trio, and swing. Headline acts include the Swingtime Big Band, The Clare Teal 5. Day passes and full weekend tickets are available to purchase.
20 Years of Another Place
The Atkinson | Until 21 February
This free photography exhibition marks the 20th anniversary of 'The Iron Men'.
Local photographer Ron Davies' extensive collection of images focuses on the famous Anthony Gormley sculptures and the atmospheric skylines of the Sefton Coast.
Selected Events
Arts and Culture 🖼️
Under The Bed Sale | ArtHouse Southport | 7-18 January
Peterhouse School Exhibition | ArtHouse Southport | 20 January - 7 February
Sweet Factory | The Atkinson | Until 21 February 2026
150th Anniversary Exhibition | The Atkinson | Runs until March 2026
Entertainment 😍
Best of British Party Night | The Grand | 24 January
Jazz Festival Gala Dinner | Auberge | 29 January
Back to 80's Comedy Bingo | Southport Waterfront Hotel | 30 January
Soul and Motown Party Night | The Bold Hotel | 31 January
Theatre and Stage 🎭
Peter Pan | The Atkinson | From 15 January
Open All Hours | Southport Little Theatre | 23-31 January
Arrival: The Hits of ABBA | The Atkinson | 30 January
Cinema 🎞️
Screen Club | Bijou Cinema | Each Tuesday
Spinal Tap and Spinal Tap 2 | Bijou Cinema | 10 January
28 Years Later : Bone Temple | Vue Cinema Southport | From 16 January
Eddington | Bijou Cinema | 26 January
2026 in Southport
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