What’s On in Liverpool This December?
With the weather getting colder and the drinks getting hotter, December (aka the best month of the year) is the perfect time to be in Liverpool. An array of events are happening all over the city; whether you want to boogie under the missile toe or indulge in some festive treats with friends, there is bound to be something for everyone. Here our LJMU’s top picks!
Love Actually in Concert – Liverpool Philharmonic– 2nd December
Yes, you read that right! One of the world’s most loved Christmas films is coming to the stage with a live orchestra. Get out of the cold and grab your friends for a movie night like no other. As the film plays out on screen, the Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra plays every note of the amazing score for you to enjoy as you loathe Alan Rickman for what he did to Emma Thompson (still not over it!!!). Will definitely be adding this one to the list! Get tickets here: Love Actually In Concert
The Scouse Red Riding Hood – Royal Court Theatre – until 25th January
Now this Panto is unlike one you’ve seen before! If you are in need of a good laugh, the Royal Court Theatre is putting a scouse twist on a classic fairytale. Bound to have you crying with laughter, this scouse panto is definitely not for children so leave your young’uns at home! If you love Liverpool as much as we do this is the perfect way to really embrace scouse culture. I mean what’s more scouse than a granny screaming “I’ll pull your ears and smash your head then the lad with the axe is going to make you dead.” It’s on our list; OH YES, IT IS!
Get your tickets at: The Scouse Red Riding Hood - Royal Court
Christmas markets – St Georges Hall – until 24th December
Now, it wouldn’t be a What’s On list without this staple December activity. Primped out to the max, the Christmas markets are the best way to get into the holiday spirit. Indulge in a big bag of pic n’ mix or a hog roast balm or cross some gifts off your list with the countless local businesses and crafts stalls. Once you’ve walked around and potentially taken a trip on the wheel, take a seat (or standing barrel) for a Bailey’s hot chocolate (or something a bit stronger if you fancy!).
Albert schloss – Liverpool Bold Street – until new year’s
Ready to sparkle on a night out with friends? Didn’t manage to go on that ski holiday but want to feel the vibes? Well, Albert Schloss is the perfect place for a night out in December, with performers every weekend and a festive menu to die for (hello, truffle and mushroom pasta) this place is in its prime in December! Their Alpine themed décor really makes you feel like you’re sheltering inside from the cold (and with this weather, we really are).
Liverpool One Christmas – Liverpool ONE – every Thursday until 19th December
For a more family festive activity, Liverpool ONE are spoiling us with weekly fun from 3-7pm for the whole family to enjoy. From live performances and dancing elves to ice carvings and giant penguins, these nights will be a perfect way to enjoy the busy city centre. Fancy some shopping while you’re at it? From the 16th all shops in L1 are open until 9pm for you to knock off all your presents in one go!
Exhibitions – Liverpool World Museum – until 2025
If you are looking to get away from the Christmas crowds and embrace in an hour of culture, the World Museum has a range of fantastic exhibitions for you to enjoy! Experience a blend of art and science to explore one of nature’s most incredible creatures in ‘Bees: A Story of Survival’ (displaying until May 2025). Not an animal fan? Walk around ‘Conversations’, an exhibition that brings together the works of 40 leading black women and non-binary artists or ‘Bedazzled’ to see the fashion history of all things sequins and shine! Read more about these fantastic exhibitions here: What's on | National Museums Liverpool
Student Officer Winter Socials - 15th until 29th December
Don't forget, our Student Officers are hosting Winter Socials across December for students who are sticking around in Liverpool over the winter break to meet new friends, try new experiences and get study support ahead of assessment period in January. They are also hosting some non-Christmas themed activities for those who don't celebrate Christmas or those who just aren't feeling the festivities. We're here to make sure all students have some fun and cosy activities to get stuck into to make sure thye end 2024 on a high! You can check out more about the Winter Socials on our website.
There are so many more festive (as well as non-festive) events going on across the city this December. So, grab your coats and your gloves and embrace the most fun packed month of the year!
