Top 10 Things to do in Liverpool this Christmas
Christmas is coming and not only have you chosen – in our humble opinion - the best city to study in by far, you have also chosen one that takes its Christmas festivities very seriously. From food markets to ice slides to cheesy Christmas parties, we've rounded up the very best Christmassy delights on offer in Liverpool for you to enjoy this December.
A Very Baltic Market Xmas at Constellations – 7 December
Constellations, the urban garden and bar based in the Baltic Triangle, invite you to their Christmas shindig. With live jazz music and a mulled cider/hot spiced apple juice and – wait for it – a bowl of scouse on arrival, this party sounds like an absolute treat. Get your tickets here.
Home Alone in the Dome – Fri 1st Dec
Your Students' Union (that’s us) are putting on a screening of the festive classic Home Alone in the beautiful Dome cinema. Expect a magical winter wonderland experience, complete with mulled wine & discounted festive drinks, sweets, treats, a Christmas jumper competition, a present on arrival for every single one of you and a visit from a very special mystery guest... This is the LAST ever Independent Liverpool film screening in this incredible venue so you will not want to miss out. Grab a ticket here.
Christmas at Baltic Market – Every Friday in Dec
If you haven’t visited the Baltic Market yet, where have you been? The guys at Independent Liverpool have transformed the old Cains Brewery in the Baltic Triangle in to a buzzing street food market, filled with a range of Liverpool’s stand out independent eateries. They’ve got a very special December lined up for you, with brand new traders joining the already brilliant offer and a range of boss festive events to warm you up perfectly for the holiday season. Food wise, you can expect: festive burgers from Free State Kitchen, steak from Black Bibs, Mexican Street food from Lucha Libra, wood fired pizzas, bubble waffles, halloumi fries and more. See their website.
Knowing me Knowing Yule at Camp and Furnace - 10th Dec
Camp and Furnace - another must-see in the Baltic Triangle - is a restaurant, bar and multipurpose venue based in a vast warehouse with an urban feel, known for its eclectic range of events and fantastic Sunday roasts. It was even voted 2nd in The Times’ ‘Coolest restaurants in Britain.’ A stand out Christmas event that we love the look of is their 1970s themed Christmas party, including a live ABBA tribute act. Dig out your worst xmas jumper for a night of unashamedly blaming it on the boogie... Tickets here.
Ice Festival – Until 7th January
The Christmas Ice Festival at the docks is like walking in to Liverpool’s own winter wonderland. It’s got everything – an ice rink, an ice bar, a three lane ice slide, an après ski lodge, fun fair rides and games, traditional German market stalls and more. Perfect for a date or a day out with the family. Here's their website for more details.
Christmas Market at the Bombed Out Church – Sat 9th Dec
We’re incredibly excited that the people at Liverpool Creatives are putting on a magical Christmas Market this December, held in the iconic Liverpool landmark, the Bombed Out Church. Wander round the beautiful open air gardens of St. Luke's Church and browse a massive range of spoils from Liverpool’s local creatives. Expect festive food, mulled wine, handmade and vintage fashion, art and illustrations, artisan chocolate and loads of gift ideas for your loved ones.
Come all ye Faithful – A Kanye Christmas Party at Buyers Club - Weds 6 Dec
Let us all bask in the glory of Kanye. Buyers Club are hosting a very special kind of Christmas celebration – one dedicated to the self proclaimed prophet himself, interspersed with music from the likes of Frank Ocean, Jay-Z, Rihanna, Beyoncé, Drake, The Weeknd, Outcast & more classic party hip-hop tunes. Tickets here.
Christmas Market – St. George’s Hall - Until Fri 22 Dec
There’s no such thing as too many Christmas markets! Spend a delightful evening perusing the 40 festive log cabins taking over St George’s plateau this December. They'll be selling food (including bratwurst and gourmet burgers) warm festive drinks, jewellery, clothes, arts, crafts and more Christmassy treats from across four continents.
Santa Dash – Sunday 3rd Dec
Not only does this mass gathering of bearded Santas look absolutely hilarious, it’s also for a great cause – by joining in you’ll be supporting local children’s hospice charity Claire House, plus you can also get your mates to sponsor you if you want to go the extra mile. The atmosphere promises to be incredible, and as if you needed any more convincing, you do also get to keep the costume… Details here.
Wreath Making with Afternoon Tea at the Palm House – Fri 8th Dec
If you're feeling in the mood for something a bit more high brow this year, this is the one for you. Enjoy a relaxing festive evening in the stunning Palm House in Sefton Park, which will be dressed to the nines in gorgeous Christmas decorations. You will be greeted with a mulled wine and a mince pie, followed by a wreath making session with a professional florist and a delicious festive afternoon tea. Perfect! Tickets and info here.
