Liverpool festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Liverpool

Meet Santa, explore light trails, browse festive markets and enjoy family shows across Liverpool. From historic streets to countryside days out, find the best Christmas plans for the whole family — with dates, ages and prices in one place.

  • 13 events across Liverpool
  • Updated 3 November 2026

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13 Christmas events in Liverpool

13 family Christmas events across 7 venues in Liverpool. The first is on Friday 20 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 5 of them on Christmas Eve.

28 Nov – 24 Dec

Farmer Christmas at Farmer Ted's

Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals

  • Farmer Teds Adventure Farm, Ormskirk
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

28 Nov – 24 Dec

Santa’s Story Time

Santa's grotto

  • Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
  • Age not given
  • Indoor

5–23 Dec

Sail to Santa

Santa's grotto · Trains & rides

  • WWT Martin Mere, Ormskirk
  • Ages 4–13
  • Outdoor

19 Dec · 4:30pm

Supper with Santa

Santa's grotto

  • Spaceworld Soft Play, Prescot
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor

20 Dec · 4:30pm

Storytime with Santa

Santa's grotto · Shows & storytelling

  • Spaceworld Soft Play, Prescot
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor

23 Dec · 9:15am

Breakfast with Santa

Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa

  • Spaceworld Soft Play, Prescot
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor

23 Dec · 4:30pm

SEN Playtime with Santa

Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed

  • Spaceworld Soft Play, Prescot
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor
Booking quickly across LiverpoolMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Liverpool

Where can we meet Santa in Liverpool?

13 Santa's grottos are listed in Liverpool.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Liverpool?

12 events in Liverpool suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Liverpool?

One panto or Christmas show is on for kids in Liverpool.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Liverpool?

11 events in Liverpool welcome babies under one.

Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Liverpool?

2 Santa trains and Christmas rides are on in Liverpool.

Where are the Christmas parties for kids in Liverpool?

One Christmas party or disco is on for kids in Liverpool.

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What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Liverpool?

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 5 events in Liverpool are on that day.

Are there ASN or relaxed Christmas events for kids in Liverpool?

Yes — 2 additional support needs and relaxed sessions are on in Liverpool: quieter, calmer times with more space.

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Liverpool?

12 events in Liverpool are indoors — handy if the weather turns.