{"id":407983,"date":"2025-09-08T14:16:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T14:16:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/407983\/"},"modified":"2025-09-08T14:16:11","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T14:16:11","slug":"liverpool-city-halls-announce-magical-festive-programme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/407983\/","title":{"rendered":"Liverpool City Halls announce magical festive programme"},"content":{"rendered":"

This December, Liverpool\u2019s iconic venues,\u00a0Liverpool Town Hall, St George\u2019s Hall, and Croxteth Hall, will come alive with festive cheer, offering a wide range of seasonal events for families, music lovers, and even four-legged friends.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This festive programme is part of Liverpool\u2019s wider Christmas celebrations, including the return of the\u00a0Christmas Markets outside St George\u2019s Hall<\/strong>, running from\u00a0Saturday 15 November to Wednesday 24 December<\/strong>,\u00a011am to 10pm daily<\/strong>. Additional festive events and surprises for residents and visitors will be announced in the coming weeks.<\/p>\n

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Story Time with Santa at Liverpool Town Hall<\/strong><\/p>\n

Families can enjoy the magical\u00a0Story Time with Santa<\/strong>, where Father Christmas and Buddy the Elf share festive tales and songs in the cosy historic surroundings of Liverpool Town Hall. A sensory-friendly session is also available for children with additional needs. Story Time runs on selected dates from\u00a0Saturday 6 to Wednesday 24 December<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Candlelight Concerts at Liverpool Town Hall<\/strong><\/p>\n

Music enthusiasts can enjoy two elegant\u00a0Candlelight Concerts<\/strong>\u00a0in November and December, celebrating seasonal favourites in a stunning heritage setting.<\/p>\n

St George\u2019s Hall Christmas Market<\/strong><\/p>\n

On\u00a0Sunday 7 December<\/strong>, St George\u2019s Hall will host a seasonal\u00a0Christmas market<\/strong>, featuring over 80 independent traders and local artisans offering art, crafts, homeware, and unique gifts. The market runs from\u00a010am to 4.30pm<\/strong>, transforming the venue into a festive hub.<\/p>\n

Carols by Lantern Light<\/strong><\/p>\n

Following last year\u2019s sold-out success, the Great Hall will welcome audiences for\u00a0Carols by Lantern Light<\/strong>\u00a0on\u00a0Wednesday 3 and Wednesday 10 December<\/strong>. Enjoy timeless Christmas classics performed by\u00a0Professor Ian Tracey, soloist Danielle Thomas<\/strong>, and a classical choir, all under the enchanting glow of lanterns.<\/p>\n

Silent Night: A Silent Disco Wonderland & Disco Kids<\/strong><\/p>\n

The adult-only\u00a0Silent Night: A Silent Disco Wonderland<\/strong>\u00a0returns on\u00a0Saturday 6 December<\/strong>, featuring three channels of dancefloor hits, festive visuals, and a lively party atmosphere. Families can also enjoy\u00a0Disco Kids: The Ultimate Family Disco<\/strong>, a high-energy silent disco designed for children and their grown-ups earlier the same day.<\/p>\n

Santa Paws at Croxteth Hall<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pet lovers can join\u00a0Santa Paws<\/strong>\u00a0at Croxteth Hall from\u00a0Saturday 13 to Sunday 21 December<\/strong>. Dogs can meet Santa Paws, receive a gift and treat, and enjoy a seasonal photo in a specially designed grotto. Bookable slots and walk-ins are available.<\/p>\n

For full event details and booking links, visit the\u00a0Liverpool City Halls website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Harry Doyle, Cabinet Member for Health, Wellbeing and Culture, said:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u201cOver the past few years, our festive programme across Liverpool City Halls has gone from strength to strength, with thousands of residents and visitors joining us to celebrate the season in some of the city\u2019s most treasured spaces. The response has been incredible, and it\u2019s clear these events have become a much-loved part of Liverpool\u2019s Christmas calendar.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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This year\u2019s expanded programme is a brilliant addition to the wider city offer \u2013 bringing together heritage, creativity and community in a way that\u2019s uniquely Liverpool. Whether it\u2019s candlelit carols, storytelling with Santa, or festive discos with the family, these events showcase the magic of our historic venues and the warmth of our city at Christmas.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Angie Redhead,\u00a0<\/strong>Head of Operations, Culture Liverpool<\/strong>, said:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\u201cLast year\u2019s\u00a0Carols by Lantern Light\u00a0was an overwhelming success, selling out within days and capturing the hearts of audiences across the city. We\u2019re delighted to bring it back this year with an additional date, giving even more people the chance to enjoy the magic of traditional live music in the breathtaking, candlelit surroundings of St George\u2019s Hall.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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\u201c<\/strong>We\u2019re also proud to see our legacy events evolving in scale and ambition.\u00a0The Christmas Carol, usually staged in the Concert Room, will take centre stage in the Great Hall for the very first time \u2013 bigger, bolder, and reimagined with a new immersive centre-stage experience that brings Dickens\u2019 timeless story to life like never before.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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\u201c<\/strong>These events celebrate the richness of tradition while creating unforgettable moments for new generations, and we can\u2019t wait to welcome everyone through the doors.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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