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What's On in Southport - March 2026

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

We've highlighted over 50 events and activities taking place throughout March, including family-friendly fun, live music, arts and culture, and plenty more.

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Segrave 100 Southport Celebrations

Southport Town Centre | Sat 14 – Mon 16 Mar

A three-day celebration of Sir Henry Segrave’s 1926 land and water speed records with displays, talks, exhibitions, activities and commemorative events across Southport.

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St Patricks Day Shindig

Victoria Park, Southport | Sat 21 Mar

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with live Irish music, fiddles, traditional food, a whiskey and stout bar, dancing, and festive fun in a lively beer hall marquee with friends and family. Perfect for anyone looking for a spirited Irish-themed party.

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Sefton Open 2026

The Atkinson | From Sunday 28 Mar

The annual exhibition returns, showcasing diverse works by Sefton‑area artists across painting, sculpture, print, ceramics and mixed media.  A superb celebration of creativity and local talent.

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Comedy Pub Crawl

Multiple Venues | Wed March 25

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.

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Fun and Entertainment 😍

2000’s Day Party: Southport
Banff, Southport | Sat 7 Mar
Daytime disco event playing biggest 2000s hits with nostalgia vibes and dancing.  The perfect for party fans and group celebrations.

Winter Social Comedy Bingo
Southport Market | March 11 & 25
Laugh‑filled bingo afternoon with quirky hosts, fun rounds, prizes and social vibes.  Comedy, drinks and community fun.

Mamma Mia The Party
The Grand, Southport | Sun 15 Mar
Mother’s Day celebration with ABBA‑inspired party vibes, 2‑course meal, music, singing and dancing for a feel‑good afternoon.

Dave Broe – Afternoon Tea
The Bold Hotel | Mon 23 Mar
Afternoon tea with sandwiches, cakes and live entertainment from Dave Broe in a relaxed hotel setting.

The Big Night Out – 80s, 90s & 00s
Southport Market | Sat 28 Feb
Retro party with music, dancing and nostalgic hits from the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s for a big night out.

Hoedown Showdown Country Night
Southport Market | Fri 27 Mar
Country‑themed night with line dancing, country hits, fun challenges and drinks for fans of boots, beats and good times.

Grease vs Dirty Dancing Bottomless Brunch
Waterfront Southport Hotel | Sat 28 Mar
Musical brunch showdown with hits from Grease and Dirty Dancing, bottomless drinks and singalong fun.

Cataclean Southport Speed Sprint Revival
Marine Drive, Southport | Sat 28 March
Closed-road motorsport speed sprint along Marine Drive with competitive timed runs and classic to race cars showcasing skill and speed in this unique coastal event.

Atkinson Summer Exhibition
150th Anniversary Exhibition, The Atkinson

Arts, Culture, and Heritage 🖼️

Sir Henry Segrave: Speed Knight
The Atkinson | Wed 11 March
Talk exploring Sir Henry Segrave’s 1926 land speed record and his impact on motor racing history.

Southport Palette Club Exhibition
The Atkinson, Southport | Until 7 March
Showcasing local artists’ paintings, exploring diverse styles and subjects by the Southport Palette Club community.

Sefton Open 2026
The Atkinson, Southport | From 28 March
Annual exhibition celebrating diverse art, showcasing works by local Sefton artists across multiple disciplines.

Southport Heritage ‘Bus’ Running Day 2026
Victoria Park and Southport Promenade | Sun 29 Mar
Free heritage bus rides, static displays and classic double deckers raising funds for Elsie’s Story, 10am–5pm.

Theatre and Stage 🎭

1984 – Theatre Adaptation
The Atkinson | 10/11 March
Award-winning puppetry adaptation of George Orwell’s dystopian classic exploring surveillance, control and rebellion with striking storytelling and voices by Sophie Aldred and Joanna Lumley.

Les Misérables (Meols Cop High School)
Little Theatre Southport | 4 - 6 Apr
Meols Cop High School production of Les Misérables.  Powerful musical storytelling with songs, emotion and young local talent.

Our Day Out
Little Theatre Southport | 18 - 21 Mar
Southport Dramatic Club Youth Theatre production.  Heartfelt, humorous story about a school trip with music, laughs and local young performers.

Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles
The Atkinson | Sat 21 Mar
Comedy magician Pete Firman blends jaw‑dropping magic, sleight of hand and big laughs in a high‑energy live show.

The Gondoliers (Crosby Gilbert & Sullivan)
Little Theatre Southport | 24 – 28 Mar
Classic comic opera by Gilbert & Sullivan with singing, humour and lively ensemble performance for all lovers of musical theatre.

100 Years Celebration of Laurel & Hardy
The Atkinson | Thu 26 Mar
Neil Brand presents restored Laurel & Hardy silent films with live piano, comedy history and Q&A celebrating 100 years of the iconic duo.

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Cinema 🎬

Southport Bijou Cinema Highlights
Hidden Figures | Sun 8 Mar 14:30

Little Miss Sunshine | Sun 15 Mar 14:30

Sinners | Wednesday 18 Mar 19:30

One Battle After Another | Sun 22 Mar 14:30

Vue Cinema Southport new releases
Hoppers | From 6 Mar

Project Hail Mary | From 20 Mar

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 🎶

The Atkinson
A mix of touring musicians and local acts perform regularly at The Atkinson.  Booking in advance is required.

The Auld Dubliner
Busy Irish pub with solo artists and acoustic guitarists every Friday and Saturday

Avenue Southport
Central nightlife spot with live music from acoustic acts each Friday and Saturday.

Banff
The Canadian-themed nightclub regularly hosts local and celebrated DJ's, as well as unmissable one-off events.

Christ Church
Weekly midweek church concerts showcasing talented local musicians and youth groups from local schools and colleges.

ChopHouse Rock Bar
Live rock bands play each Friday and Saturday night at this popular late-night spot

Coopers Bar
Family-run independent venue specialising in jazz and rock.  Live music each Friday and Saturday.  Jazz and open mic on Sunday.

Connolly's Irish Pub
Solo artists, performers, and karaoke entertain each Friday and Saturday at Connolly's.

The Guesthouse
Traditional pub hosting regular music nights on Friday and Saturday featuring local acts such as Raw Deal and Neville Grundy.

Kokomo
Neighbourhood bar with live music Thursday-Sunday each week, including open mic nights and karaoke.

Ship and Anchor
Popular old-school rock pub with bands playing each Friday and Saturday night.

Southport Bijou Cinema
Monthly gigs from local bands in the community cinema's event space.

The Windmill
Live music at this popular neighbourhood pub each Saturday night.  Often from local rock bands and performers.

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

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