9 events in Southport you don’t want to miss in 2025

Southport is the perfect destination for unforgettable days out in 2025, from food festivals to thrilling air shows, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Here are nine unmissable events in Southport that will make 2025 a year to remember:

Southport Food and Drink Festival (May 30 – June 1) – Victoria Park

Cost: Free entry

The beloved festival for foodies is back with a mix of street food, sweet treats, and local delicacies.

Sample everything from Yorkshire pies to Caribbean jerk chicken, and enjoy live music and family-friendly entertainment all weekend long.

Read more: Southport Food and Drink Festival – Visit Southport

Dogs Direct UK Summer Festival (June 28 – 29) – Victoria Park

Cost: Adults £9.50, Kids £5 (Under 5s go free)

For dog lovers, this is the ulti-mutt weekend! With demos from TV experts like Dr. Scott Miller and Chloe Fuller, this event promises plenty of paw-some activities for you and your furry friends.

Read more: Summer Dog Festival – Southport | Dogs-Direct-UK

Conquer the Coast Fitness Event (July 19) – Victoria Park

Cost: £330 per team of four

Test your endurance with this high-intensity fitness competition set against Southport’s stunning coastline. Teams of four will tackle a series of challenges designed to push strength, agility, and teamwork to the limit.

Read more: Conquer The Coast Southport

Southport Flower Show (August 14 – 17) – Victoria Park

Cost: Tickets from £20 (Under 16s go free)

A celebration of all things floral, this four-day extravaganza features stunning gardens, cookery demos from TV chefs, and a pop-up shopping village. A must-visit for garden enthusiasts and families alike.

Read more: Southport Flower Show | UK Garden Show

Southport Air Show (August 30 – 31) – Southport Seafront

Cost: £12.90 (Under 16s go free)

Look to the skies for one of the UK’s most exhilarating air shows. From dazzling aerial displays to interactive military exhibits, it’s a weekend packed with high-flying entertainment.

Read more: Southport Air Show – Visit Southport

WLYC 24 Hour Yacht Race (September 13 – 14) – Marine Lake

Cost: Free for spectators

The UK’s largest dinghy sailing event returns, with over 500 competitors racing around the clock. Join the crowds at Marine Lake to witness this incredible display of skill and endurance.

Read more: 24 Hour Race : West Lancs Yacht Club

Southport Classic Performance Motor Show (September 14) – Victoria Park

Cost: Adults £12.50, Kids £5, Family £40

Get your engines running at this celebration of classic cars, bikes, and motor vehicles. With trade stands, food stalls, and live displays, it’s a great day out for petrolheads and families alike.

Read more on trader and exhibitor bookings: New for 2025! Southport Classic & Performance Motor Show – Great British Motor Shows

British Musical Fireworks Championship (September 27 – 28) – Victoria Park

Cost: Tickets from £12 (Under 5s go free)

Prepare for a spectacular night as fireworks light up the sky, choreographed to music. With over 10 tonnes of fireworks, this competition is truly a dazzling display of pyrotechnic art.

Read more: British Musical Fireworks Championship – Visit Southport

Southport Comedy Festival (October 3 – 19) – Victoria Park

Cost: Tickets from £26

End the year with a laugh as the Southport Comedy Festival returns. Featuring top comedians like Omid Djalili, Ardal O’Hanlon, and Strictly Come Dancing winner Chris McCausland, this event promises side-splitting entertainment.

Read more: Southport Comedy Festival

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