2026 Christmas Shows in Liverpool City Centre
Have a read below for amazing festive shows taking place in Liverpool this Christmas!
Various Shows
November & December
Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and Music Room
Get feeling the festive spirit with Liverpool Philharmonic and their incredible range of shows.
A Feeling of Christmas with Rebecca Ferguson – 6th December
Rob Brydon & His Fabulous Band: A Festive Night – 11th December
The Albion Christmas Show – 11th December (music room)
Live at Christmas: Various Comedians – 17th December
Horrible Histories: Horrible Christmas – 18th December
Spirit of Christmas – 19th – 23rd December
Family Concert: Santa’s Christmas Party – 20th – 21st December
The Muppet Christmas Carol – 24th December
Full list of shows can be found here
The Scouse Christmas Carol
07 Nov 2025 – 17 Jan 2026
Liverpool’s Royal Court
Jacob Marley is dead and nobody knows who bumped him off. Mary Marley, his missus, is going to track down the killer and she’s got one man in her sights. Scrooge. But how can she make him cough to the crime? OK so this is not going to be your regular Scrooge seasonal show. But you expect nothing less from the Royal Court.
It’s the 15th year of the Royal Court Christmas show, and it’s become a firm cornerstone of the festive season.
As always, this is a show for grownups only so pack the kids off to their nan’s for the night and come and join us for a laugh!
Elf The Musical
6/7 Dec
M&S Bank Arena
Based on the cherished 2003 New Line Cinema hit, Elf features songs by Tony Award nominees Matthew Sklar and Chad Beguelin (Disney’s Aladdin On Broadway, The Wedding Singer), with a book by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan (Annie, The Producers, Hairspray) and Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone).
Buddy, a young orphan mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list, and his step-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
This modern day classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear!
https://www.mandsbankarena.com/whats-on/elf-the-musical
The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto – Jack and the Beanstalk
Liverpool Everyman
Sat 15 Nov 2025 – Sat 17 Jan 2026
We’re sowing the seeds for the Everyman’s legendary Rock ‘n’ Roll panto 2025, as we twist and sprout with Jack and the Beanstalk!
Join us on a musical adventure, with our awesomely talented actor musicians taking you to new heights, as hero Jack battles the greedy giant to grab the gold and save the day. Expect cheeky one-liners, soaring solos and heaps of wacky costumes in a show for everyone from 3 to 103!
Part fairy tale, part concert, and 100% fun, Jack and the Beanstalk is the panto you’ve all bean waiting for…
Young Frankenstein
Liverpool Playhouse
Wed 3 Dec 2025 – Sat 3 Jan 2026
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation – Young Frankenstein!
Grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced “Fronk-en-steen”) inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania. With the help of a hunchbacked sidekick, Igor (pronounced “Eye-gore”), and a leggy lab assistant, Inga (pronounced normally), Frederick finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. “It’s alive!” he exclaims as he brings to life a creature to rival his grandfather’s. Eventually, of course, the monster escapes and hilarity continuously abounds.
Matilda The Musical
Liverpool Empire
Tue 2 Dec 2025 – Sun 4 Jan 2026
Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company is inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl.
With book by Dennis Kelly, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and directed by Matthew Warchus, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny.
https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/matilda-the-musical/liverpool-empire
Cinderella
Epstein Theatre
Friday 5 December 2025 – Sunday 4 January 2026
✨ The wait is over ✨
Christmas Panto returns to The Epstein Theatre!
For the first time since reopening, Liverpool’s favourite festive tradition is BACK where it belongs – and we’re kicking things off with CINDERELLA
Get ready for dazzling costumes, belly laughs, magical moments, and that unmissable panto sparkle — all on The Epstein stage once again!
https://purchase.epsteintheatre.com/EventAvailability?EventId=1201
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves
M&S Bank Arena
12-28 December 2025
Come And See The Beautiful Snow White And Her Seven Little Friends From The Enchanted Forest As They Attempt To Defeat The Evil Wicked Queen Who Is Overcome With Jealousy When Her Magic Mirror Declares That Snow White Is The Fairest In All The Land. Will Snow White Meet Her Handsome Prince And Live Happily Ever After? There’s Only One Way To Find Out…
This Magical Pantomime Features Great Songs From Our Live Band, Dazzling Dance Routines, Stunning Scenery, Beautiful Costumes And Amazing Special Effects. It Will Be An Unforgettable Experience For Children And Adults Alike.
So, Make Sure You Book Your Tickets For The Fairest Pantomime In All The Land!
https://www.mandsbankarena.com/whats-on/snow-white-and-the-seven-dwarfs
Royal Court Stocking Fillers
Royal Court Studio
28 Nov 2025 – 03 Jan 2026
A show that is as much a part of Christmas as turkey, carols and an inexplicable gift from your auntie, we are delighted to welcome Stocking Fillers back to the Studio! Six brand new ten-minute festive plays to entertain you at the most wonderful time of the year!
These short plays have been written by members of the Royal Court’s writing groups and each evening four incredibly talented actors will bring them to life before your very eyes. Stocking Fillers wraps up six different shows, so there is something for everyone.