Welcome to June! Get ready for another exciting month ahead packed with superb big events, with a list of great ones to enjoy below.
We’ve just enjoyed three days of a packed-out Southport Food and Drink Festival but don’t worry – there’s lots more to look forward to!
There is a real celebration of summer on Saturday 20th June 2026 with the Summer Solstice Party outside The Grand in Southport and the Summer Solstice Southport event at Victoria Park.
The final weekend in June will herald the North West Armed Forces Festival plus Sefton Pride.
The Atkinson is unveiling four exciting new art exhibitions, including The Angels Of Mons, while outdoor cinema comes to Meols Hall in Churchtown with a series of movies for people of all ages.
1 – Bike Meet At The Carousel
Southport is gearing up for an unforgettable evening of bikes, live music, entertainment, food and fundraising as Steve Haw hosts ‘Bike Meet At The Carousel’.
The event takes place at Silcock’s Carousel / Golden Gallopers on the Promenade, Southport, PR8 1QX between 4pm and 8pm on Wednesday 3rd June 2026 in support of Queenscourt Hospice.
Supported by North West Honda Super Centre, the event promises to transform Southport seafront into a buzzing celebration of the biker community while raising vital funds for the incredible work carried out by Queenscourt Hospice.
Bike lovers, families, locals and visitors are all invited to enjoy a packed evening featuring stunning motorcycles, live performances, magic, food deals and a raffle loaded with prizes donated by generous local businesses and supporters.
2 – Call My Bluff Spanish Wine Tasting
Spanish Wine tasting with a twist! “Call My Bluff” will see your hosts James & Tibu tell one lie and one truth about your course as they come.
It’s up to you to decide who is telling the truth!
This will be a less formal and a more interactive evening of elegant wine, fine food and belly laughs!
Visit: “Call My Bluff” Spanish wine tasting with a twist!! – The Grand
3 – Southport Artisan Market
Southport Artisan Market is looking forward to returning for its fourth outing this June after a packed event earlier this month!
The popular event, organised by Independent Street, will return to Southport Market and the surrounding streets (Market Street and King Street between 10am and 4pm on Saturday 6th June 2026.
Taking place on the first Saturday of every month, the Artisan Market supports and celebrates the region’s talented independent makers and producers.
Each month, just under 70 small independent businesses showcase their work, featuring the very best in award‑winning local food, fresh produce, arts and crafts, and vintage wares.
Visitors can also enjoy live music and free children’s craft activities, making it a lively and welcoming experience for all ages.
Admission is free.
4 – Southport Colour Run
Today is your FINAL chance to take part in the 2026 Southport Colour Run!
The town’s most colourful and crazy fundraising event returns to Southport Rugby Club for its third year on Saturday, 6th June 2026, raising funds for Elsie’s Story.
The day is sponsored by Broadley Developments, CSTA Global, EFT Group and Bartons Wholesalers and will be hosted by Trevor Ford from Mighty Radio.
You can book here: SRFC Annual Colour Run
Tickets cost £20 per adult; £10 per child; or £40 for a family with two adults and two children (plus booking fee).
Registration takes place from 1pm with the race starting from 2pm at Southport Rugby Club, Waterloo Road, Southport, PR8 4QW.
5 – Great Big Green Lunch
The Hearth Network, a Southport based community interest company for community-led sustainability, will host its second annual Great Big Green Lunch on Sunday 7 June 2026 with a street party on the newly pedestrianised stretch of Market Street – weather permitting.
Communal tables will run down the new pedestrianised street, with over 150 residents expected to bring a plate of food to share and sit down with neighbours from across the town. In the event of poor weather, the lunch moves indoors to Southport Market’s Extravaganza space, just a few steps away.
Running from 12pm to 4pm, the event is free, family-friendly and open to everyone in the town.
6 – The Producers – Maghull Musical Theatre Company
The Producers
10th – 13th June 2026
Southport Little Theatre, Hoghton Street, Southport
Mel Brooks’ uproarious musical comedy The Producers follows the chaotic exploits of washed-up Broadway producer Max Bialystock and his nervy, blanket-clutching accountant Leo Bloom, who accidentally stumble upon the most outrageous get-rich-quick scheme ever conceived: Produce a flop so catastrophic, it closes on opening night… and pocket the cash. What could possibly go wrong?
Well…quite a lot.
Visit: TICKETS | mmtc
7 – Desperate Scousewives
Thursday 11th June 2026. 2:30pm & 7:30pm
The Atkinson, Lord Street,m Southport
£27.Get ready for a riotous, fast-paced comedy following the lives of three loud, no-nonsense Liverpool women and one nervous newcomer, all navigating life, love, loyalty, and lipstick on a tightly knit street.
Susan, Vanessa and Lily dominate the street with their big personalities, big voices, and even bigger secrets. But everything is turned upside down with the arrival of Trisha, a single mum from Manchester, thrown into the lion’s den of long-established friendships and fierce loyalty.
Starring TV comedy legend Crissy Rock (Benidorm, I’m A Celebrity) and the shows writer and director Lynne Fitzgerald. Desperate Scousewives is packed with unforgettable
Visit: Desperate Scousewives – The Atkinson
8 – Outdoor Cinema at Meols Hall
Get ready for a month of outdoor cinema in the grounds of Meols Hall in Churchtown.
The movies start with The Greatest Showman Singalong on Friday 12th June 2026 followed by the Encanto Singalong, Mamma Mia and more.
Meols Hall is one of the North West’s hidden historic treasures, offering an extraordinary setting for a movie, with the stunning manor house as your backdrop. Bring a picnic or enjoy street food and drinks, and be a part of history as we bring outdoor cinema to the grounds of a home that has been home to the same family for over 800 years.
Visit: Meols Hall | Outdoor Cinema Southport
9 – NICE! Stories and Rhymes with Michael Rosen
Saturday 13th June 2026
14:00 – 15:00
The Atkinson, Southport
Poetry legend Michael Rosen celebrates his 80th birthday with a brand-new live show!
Michael looks back at a lifetime in poetry, performing beloved classics including Hot Food, No Breathing and Chocolate Cake, along with never-before-heard poems from his new collection Peas On Your Knees.
NICE! Is a show for all ages, from the young to the young at heart.
Visit: NICE! Stories and Rhymes with Michael Rosen – The Atkinson
10 – Brian and George Fell: Always Something New
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
Saturday 13 June 2026 – Saturday 17 October 2026
Father and son team Brian and George Fell have been working together for over 15 years. Creating public art that has a sense of place at its heart, there are examples of their work all over the country. They both love the physicality of making sculpture. Their partnership, which began when George left school, has supported Brian’s established reputation as an accomplished public artist who can make anything in steel and enabled George to develop his own style.
Now based at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Brian has strong connections with the North West, having grown up in Seaforth and Thornton and trained as a sculptor at Manchester School of Art, supported by Sefton Council. One of his first public art commissions was in Southport, where he designed the railings for the seafront and created the landmark sculptures celebrating Southport’s seagulls and shrimps and some of the familiar characters who performed on the pier, such as the cyclist and the one-legged diver.
The exhibition at the Atkinson highlights key commissions from the past forty years, with a special focus on the work Brian and George have done together. Always making, the show also presents some of the creative work they do for themselves.
Visit: Brian & George Fell: Always Something New – The Atkinson
11 – Zahed Taj-Eddin: ANTIQUITA
Saturday 13 June 2026 – Saturday 10 October 2026
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
ANTIQUITA presents a compelling body of sculptural work by Zahed Taj-Eddin, a Syrian artist and archaeologist. Born in Aleppo, a city shaped by layered civilizations and recent rupture, Taj-Eddin creates works that feel at once unearthed and urgently contemporary. Through clay and bronze, he excavates memory, myth, and collective trauma, forging objects that stand between relic and witness.
Visit: Zahed Taj-Eddin: ANTIQUITA – The Atkinson
12 – Taking Centre Stage: Female Artists in The Atkinson’s Collection
Saturday 13 June 2026 – Saturday 27 February 2027
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
From Alice Mary Havers (1850-1890) to Dame Laura Knight (1877-1970) to Dame Tracey Emin (b.1963), this exhibition charts a trajectory from traditional modes of representation to the diverse expressions of contemporary practice. It invites visitors to consider the range of creative voices by women artists represented within The Atkinson’s fine art collection, connecting their works to the broader history of art.
The Atkinson has collected contemporary art since the 1870s, with each new acquisition reflecting the period in which it was created. Alongside painting, sculpture, ceramics and textiles, the collection now includes photography, film, digital art and mixed-media works.
Visit: Taking Centre Stage: Female Artists in The Atkinson’s Collection – The Atkinson
13 – Mama – Genesis Tribute
Oak theatre and Studios, Scarisbrick Hall School, near Southport
Saturday 13th June 2026
One of the UK’s most successful Genesis tribute bands, Mama faithfully reproduce the sights and sounds of a high octane, contemporary Genesis rock concert with fantastic musicianship from acclaimed musicians.
Mama will take you on a journey from Genesis’ early Peter Gabriel years, through the Phil Collins’ era of the 70’s and 80’s and right up to their final studio album, ‘We Can’t Dance’.
Expect to hear Genesis classics, In The Cage Medley, Mama, Los Endos, Home By The Sea, The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway, Ripples and many more, with bonus tracks such as Follow You Follow Me, Invisible Touch, Son Of Mine, Land Of Confusion and Trick of The Tail.
Visit: Mama – Genesis Tribute
14 – Asa Murphy: Back in The Swing
With the 16-Piece Swingtime Big Band & Special Guests
Sunday 14th June 2026
Tickets: £25pp
The Bold, Lord Street, Southport
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of big band music and classic swing as Asa Murphy returns “Back in the Swing”, joined by the sensational 16-piece Swingtime Big Band and special guests.
Doors open at 1pm, with the show starting at 2pm, welcomed by compere and comedian Ricky Tomlinson, who sets the tone for a fantastic afternoon of entertainment.
Taking top of the bill, Asa Murphy and the Swingtime Big Band deliver a powerful swing show packed with timeless favourites, energy, and show-stopping performances.
Visit: What’s on in Southport, Hotel Events & Entertainment – The Bold Hotel Bar & Grill
15 – An Afternoon With Stephen Bunting
Stephen Bunting – Darts Exhibition
Sunday 14th June 2026
Southport Market Hall, Southport | Show Starts at 1pm (Doors Open 11:30am)
General Admission: £35
An Afternoon with Stephen Bunting – Sunday 14th June – Southport Marke – North West Events
The Bullet is coming to Southport
One of the world’s top darts stars, Stephen Bunting brings his explosive talent and infectious energy to Southport Market for an afternoon of darts, laughs, and incredible moments – hosted by the brilliant Paul Booth, TV Sports MC.
This all-ages event is family-friendly and fully disabled accessible – don’t miss this chance to get up close with one of the biggest names in the game!
16 – Summer Solstice Party
The Summer Solstice Party is coming to Southport this summer, with a family-friendly Balearic Carnival.
People can enjoy the longest weekend of the year during a big FREE event with lots to enjoy between 2pm and 6pm on Saturday, 20th June 2026.
Step into a family-friendly Balearic carnival experience under the canopy at The Grand, the Lord Street Hotel and Punch Tarmey’s Irish Bar, along the Lord Street terrace, in the vibrant Northern Quarter area of Southport town centre.
There will be a brilliant line-up of top DJs, including Andy Carroll, Channe and Sunset Ali; children’s entertainers and fairy characters from Regally Royal Entertainment; great music; and plenty of family fun.
You can savour some fabulous food and drink with a great British BBQ created by The Grand Head Chef Lee Hibberd with support from chefs from The Bold.
Expect delicious burgers, jerk chicken, sausages and kebabs, plus ice cream, popcorn, candy floss and more.
Visit: Events Archive – The Grand
17 – Summer Solstice Southport
Party-goers can celebrate the longest day of the year with the return of Summer Solstice Southport.
This feel-good, al fresco festival experience takes place 3pm-10pm on Saturday, 20th June 2026.
Summer Solstice Southport will be held in the beautiful surroundings of Victoria Park, Southport PR8 2BZ near Southport town centre with TWO superb stages: In Demand Decades and Southport Disco Festival!
There is music to suit all tastes with the UK’s leading tributes to Madonna and Tina Turner live on the In Demand Decades stage, hosted by radio legend Pete Price.
The Southport Disco Festival stage will see a stellar line-up of DJs who have performed around the world, including Grant Nelson, Mark Pickup, Jagerossa and more.
This premium outdoor event is organised by In Demand Decades, Icon Events and Elite Event Group.
Visit: InDemand Tickets
18 – Wesley Street Summer Festival
Summer Festival coming to Wesley Street this June!
On Saturday 20th June 20 2026, Wesley Street will be the setting for a seaside-themed street party. Punch and Judy shows, children’s entertainment, food and drink, music, and much more!
Organised by the independent businesses of Wesley Street
Free to attend
Saturday 20th June 2026 11am – 5pm
19 – Pink Floydian
Oak Theatre and Studios, Scarisbrick Hall School, near Southport
Pink Floydian is an 8-piece tribute band dedicated to paying homage to the greatest progressive rock band of all time, Pink Floyd. Over the years, they have steadily built a reputation as one of the most authentic and captivating Pink Floyd tribute acts in the UK. Their attention to detail, both musically and visually, has earned them widespread praise from audiences and critics alike. Every performance is a meticulously crafted recreation of Pink Floyd’s legendary live shows, complete with the signature soundscapes, haunting vocals, and dazzling visual elements that defined the original band’s performances.
Their two-and-a-half-hour show spans the full breadth of Pink Floyd’s illustrious career, offering fans a chance to experience live renditions of classic tracks from iconic albums like Piper at the Gates of Dawn, Obscured By Clouds, A Saucerful of Secrets, More, Meddle, Dark Side of the Moon, Animals, Wish You Were Here, The Wall, The Final Cut, Momentary Lapse of Reason, and The Division Bell
Visit: Pink Floydian
20 – North West Armed Forces Festival
North West Armed Forces Day takes place in Southport over Saturday 27th June and Sunday 28th June 2026 with plenty for people of all ages to enjoy.
This growing annual event is an opportunity for the public to show their support for the men and women who comprise the Armed Forces community, including currently serving troops, service families, veterans, and cadets.
Southport Armed Forces Day has now grown and evolved into the North West Armed Forces Festival, aiming to be the largest locally organised celebration of the Armed Forces in the UK.
Look out for more details coming soon.
21 – The Angels of Mons
Saturday 27 June 2026 – Saturday 17 October 2026
The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport
Discover a Great War legend in which frontline soldiers were believed to receive divine aid from St George and his ghostly archers.
One of the most remarkable supernatural phenomena of World War I is said to have occurred in 1914 during the Battle of Mons in Belgium. The tale describes a miraculous vision appearing to British troops in their moment of greatest need.
The legend of the Angels of Mons, inspired by a short story by writer Arthur Machen, quickly captured the imagination of the British public. At a time when people were searching for hope and meaning, many came to believe that divine forces had intervened. Accounts vary, but often describe Saint George leading phantom bowmen or angels dressed in white.
Presented in partnership with Mons Memorial Museum, this exhibition explores why such beliefs took hold during wartime. It examines the connections between religion, propaganda, and the culture of war, and considers why angels became such powerful symbols of comfort and protection.
Visit: The Angels of Mons – The Atkinson
22 – Sefton Pride
Photo by Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Sefton Pride started with events in Southport in 2023 and 2024 before sharing the love to Bootle last year.
This year there are Sefton Pride events to enjoy in both Bootle and Southport, with Southport’s event on Sunday 28th June 2026.
It will include a parade from Southport Town Hall to Southport Market where a celebratory event will take place.
More details to be announced soon.
23 – Jazz On A Summer’s Day
Sunday 28th June, 2026, 1pm at the Grand, Lord Street, Southport.
What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than being royally entertained by three amazing bands while enjoying a delicious Sunday roast prepared by the superb chefs in The Grand. This afternoon promises to be relaxed, full of fun and wonderful music.
Take your seat at your table and at 1.00pm we have the brilliant Emma Holcroft Quintet featuring Cliff Ray (trumpet/flugel) and backed by The Gaz Hughes Trio. This stellar line up of northwest musicians will present your favourite standards in unique new arrangements and some songs you may not have heard before.
Visit: Jazz On A Summer’s Day – The Grand
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