Southport Market Quarter Festival returns with live music, family fun and more this July

Visitors can enjoy two live music stages, family attractions, children’s entertainment, local traders and a packed programme of community activities throughout the day.

Running from 10am until 8pm, the free festival will showcase some of the region’s best live music acts across indoor and outdoor stages, alongside family attractions, children’s entertainment and a vibrant festival atmosphere throughout the Market Quarter.

The event forms part of Southport Market’s wider programme of activities and aims to celebrate the town’s thriving independent business community while providing a fantastic day out for residents and visitors alike.

Jordan Khokhar, Senior General Manager at Southport Market, said:

“The Market Quarter Festival is all about bringing people together and showcasing everything that makes Southport special. We have an incredible line-up of live music, family entertainment and local businesses taking part throughout the day.

“Southport Market is a key destination within the town centre, and we’re looking forward to welcoming visitors of all ages to enjoy great food, fantastic live performances and a real community atmosphere. Whether you’re coming for the music, the family activities or simply to soak up the festival vibes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.”

Music will take place throughout the afternoon and evening across both the outdoor Main Stage on Market Street and the indoor Acoustic Stage inside Southport Market.

Families will be able to enjoy a range of activities throughout the day, including the popular Big Family Disco, taking place at 12pm and 3pm in the Extravaganza Room.

The ticketed event will include:

• Live DJs
• Children’s entertainers
• Party games
• Giveaways
• Bouncy castle

Visitors can also enjoy Mr Tumble & Friends from 10am until 12pm on the outdoor stage, offering free family entertainment to start the day.

Festival-goers can also enjoy a lively programme of Irish entertainment at Connolly’s on King Street, featuring live singers, traditional Irish music and karaoke throughout the day.

The festival will showcase independent market traders and local businesses, giving visitors the opportunity to shop local, discover unique products and enjoy food and drink from Southport Market’s popular traders.

With live music, children’s attractions, local businesses and entertainment throughout the day, the Market Quarter Festival promises to be one of Southport’s standout community events of the summer.

Find out more about Southport Market here.

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