Connolly’s Irish pub is celebrating its second birthday this Saturday (9th May 2026) with an exciting line-up of live music and entertainment!
Connolly’s was packed as it opened on the site of the iconic former Coronation pub at 12 King Street, opposite Southport Market in the Market Quarter, on 11th May 2024, creating 15 new jobs and an exciting new live music venue for the town.
It was busy again over the May Bank Holiday Weekend, as thousands of visitors flooded into town to enjoy the new Big Top Festival and Southport Artisan Market.
This Saturday (9th May 2026) Connolly’s is inviting everyone to join them for their ‘Connolly’s 2nd Birthday Celebration – Two Years Of Great Music, Good Times and Irish Spirit’!
Visitors can enjoy a packed line-up of entertainment music, including:
- Live music from George
- Resident singer, sax player and showman Carl from 3pm
- Whiskey Sunset acoustic trio playing rock’n’roll from the ‘50s to the ‘00s from 8.30pm
You can also look out for great drinks, Irish food, raffles and giveaways, birthday surprises and more.
Connolly’s Irish pub owner Julie Goodwin said: “Connolly’s Irish pub is turning 2!
“What a journey it’s been…
“2025 definitely tested us with all the roadworks, and at times it felt like an uphill battle we couldn’t survive. But thanks to your support, loyalty, and a lot of determination – we kept going.
“And now, we’re still here, stronger than ever!
“We’re incredibly grateful to every single person who walked through our doors, shared a drink, enjoyed the music, and backed us through the tough times. You’ve helped make Connolly’s what it is today.
“Now, we’re looking ahead to 2026 with excitement, positivity, and plenty of great nights to come!
“This Saturday, we’re celebrating properly with Carl, George and Whiskey Sunset bringing the party – live music, great vibes, and a day and night not to be missed!
“Here’s to our 2nd year, to better days, bigger celebrations, and making even more amazing memories together.
“Cheers to you all – this wouldn’t be possible without you!”
The new Connolly’s Irish pub in Southport was packed with people as it opened in glorious sunshine on Saturday, 11th May 2024.
Inside is a large mural celebrating some of Ireland’s most legendary sporting heroes including boxer and mixed martial artist Conor McGregor, footballer George Best, snooker player Alex ‘Hurricane’ Higgins and golfer Rory McIlroy, sure to be a popular sight as The 154th Open Golf Championship takes place in Southport this year.
It is a further boost for Southport Market Quarter, which is thriving after the transformation of Southport Market by Sefton Council into a stylish food, drink and events venue in a £1.4 million scheme in 2021.
It was followed by the £6.25 million public realm transformation of the Market Quarter area last year, while the nearby Eastbank enterprise arcade continues to develop.
Quicksilver Music has moved into bigger new premises on the corner of King Street and Market Street, while other new local independent businesses to open in recent years include Season Coffee, Bar and Kitchen; The Plant Room; Eva’s Sewing Room; Southport Market Blinds; The Cake Box; HARP Coffee & Games; Crumbs & Grind Co and more.
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