Let It Be Liverpool At Christmas

VisitLiverpool is bringing holiday magic to life this winter with the launch of the new Christmas campaign, “Let It Be Liverpool at Christmas.”

A celebration of festive fun, the campaign invites residents and visitors alike to experience the joy of Liverpool’s holiday spirit, from seasonal events, to dazzling lights, and a host of unforgettable experiences.

Running throughout the Christmas season, “Let It Be Liverpool at Christmas” highlights the region’s festive events calendar including spectacular light displays, Christmas markets, family-friendly entertainment, and opportunities to support local businesses. The campaign not only showcases Liverpool as a premier city break destination for Christmas shopping and dining, but it also underscores the city’s rich cultural heritage, welcoming atmosphere, and traditional festive cheer.

Pamela Carroll, Head of Marketing at Marketing Liverpool said: “Liverpool is a city that knows how to celebrate, and this festive season we’re thrilled to bring that spirit to life with ‘Let It Be Liverpool at Christmas.’ 

“Visitors are invited to embark on a magical journey, making memories with family and friends to celebrate the excitement of the season with a packed calendar of festivities for all the family to enjoy, a diverse music and cultural scene, quality retail and Christmas market offer, hospitality ranging from fine dining to street food and hotels from budget to boutique.

“We can’t wait to welcome people to Liverpool this Christmas.”

Visitors will see Liverpool ONE transform into a winter wonderland featuring the popular Bar Hütte, a Christmas trail, events and lots of decorations. A 15ft version of the festive favourite Elf on the Shelf will appear at locations around the city for a giant version of the beloved Christmas tradition. The Liverpool Christmas Markets will take over St George’s Plateau once again whilst the Royal Albert Dock will light up the beautiful colonnades for the ultimate festive setting. 

It doesn’t stop there for the Christmas fun as wild festive adventures take over Chester Zoo and Knowsley Safari with light trails. Pantos are popping up across the region with ‘Sleeping Beauty’ at Southport’s Atkinson Theatre, ‘Snow White’ at St Helens Theatre and ‘The Further Adventures of Peter Pan’ at The Floral Pavilion. Whilst traditional festive shows and family friendly activities take place at Shakespeare North Theatre, Croxteth Hall and Liverpool Cathedral.

A festive events calendar, itineraries and everything you need to know about Christmas in Liverpool can be found at: www.visitliverpool.com/christmas

Let It Be Liverpool at Christmas highlights:

Bar Hütte at Liverpool ONE

Liverpool ONE

8 November – 31 December

Escape the cold and cosy up in the alpine haven, where you can sip on festive-themed drinks, belt out your favourite tunes in your very own private karaoke hütte, and soak up the Christmassy atmosphere.

Liverpool Elf on the Shelf

Liverpool City Centre

1 – 24 December

Liverpool is to become the stage for a giant game with The Elf on the Shelf this December as a 15ft version of The Elf on the Shelf Scout Elf will appear at locations across the city centre until Christmas Eve.

Liverpool Christmas Markets

St George’s Plateau

16 November – 24 December

Enjoy a variety of festive stalls selling food, drinks, gifts and crafts whilst taking in the live entertainment, rides, and a giant Ferris wheel with the iconic backdrop of St George’s Hall.

Enchanted at Knowsley Safari

Knowsley Safari

30 November – 23 December

Experience the magic of Christmas at Knowsley Safari’s light trail. This winter, their Foot Safari will become a captivating spectacle to stroll amongst illuminated animals, explore the Winter Village and catch Santa’s elves hard at work.

The Light Before Christmas: Starlight

Liverpool Cathedral

29 November – 7 December

Step into a magical Christmas journey at Liverpool Cathedral with The Light Before Christmas: Starlight. Back by popular demand, this immersive sound and light installation by the acclaimed artistic collective Luxmuralis will transform Liverpool Cathedral’s iconic Gothic interior into a stunning canvas of light, sound, and storytelling.

Lanterns and Light

Chester Zoo

15 November – 1 January

Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo have partnered with SONY MUSIC for their most unforgettable trail yet. Experience the joy of interacting with never-seen-before animal puppets, giant candy canes, fairy lights, ribbon tunnel, neon walkways, oversized festive baubles, and loads more exciting new surprises.

Disney’s Aladdin

Liverpool Empire

11 December – 5 January

Don’t miss out on Disney’s enchanting Aladdin musical, an extraordinary theatrical phenomenon that is heading to Liverpool Empire this festive season.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto 2024 Rapunzel

Liverpool Everyman

16 November – 18 January

Let your hair down with Rapunzel, as the iconic Everyman Rock ‘n’ Roll panto returns for 2024. An awesomely talented bunch of actor musicians will sing, dance, entertain and play music live on stage, as they bring the classic fairy tale to life in surprising style. Packed with plenty of silliness and heaps of sparkle, this is a show that will have you singing and dancing along, no matter what your age.

Sneaky Experiences Christmas-Shire

Kings Dock

16 November – 22 December

Experience Christmas like never before with an interactive performance where you are part of the story. This is a behind the scenes (never seen before), full access to the Christmas-Shire.