Metquarter is set to shine this December with a festive programme packed with markets, workshops, pop-ups, family activities, dining and film. From creative Christmas crafts to beauty masterclasses and seasonal feasting, Metquarter is the city’s go-to destination for all things Christmas.
Christmas Market (13 – 14 December)
Hosted by local artists Freida McKitrick and Clare Ellis, owners of The Art Quarter located within Metquarter, the annual Christmas market returns with local traders offering an array of handcrafted gifts, decorations, and festive treats. Free entry.
Made By Mitchell Pop-Up Store
Following a hugely successful launch for the cult beauty brand, the pop-up will continue to welcome beauty lovers every weekend leading up to Christmas and with products including the Northern Light Advent Calendar available to purchase, it is the perfect place to pick up a special gift for beauty lovers. Throughout the week, Made By Mitchell will host a series of ticketed workshops and masterclasses, keep an eye out on MBM’s socials for further information and announcements.
Liverpool BID Christmas Craft Workshops (Various Dates Throughout December)
Liverpool BID Company will host a series of free Christmas Craft Clubs at Metquarter throughout December, visitors will need to reserve a spot online beforehand. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone who loves handmade decorations, workshops include:
- 6 December – Create Your Own Scandi Stars
- 7 December – Decorate Your Own Christmas Bauble
- 13 December – Create Your Own Wooden Christmas Garland
- 14 December – Decorate Your Own Christmas Candles
The Diva Den Charm Bar Workshop (6 December)
For jewellery lovers, The Diva Den will host a Charm Bar Workshop at Metquarter’s All Over the Shop on 6 December (3pm – 5pm), inviting visitors to design and assemble their own unique jewellery pieces from a wide range of charms and chains – the perfect handmade gift or keepsake. Tickets are £30 and can be purchased here.
Childwall Emporium Workshops (Various dates throughout November and December)
Creative evenings return to the Renew pop-up within Metquarter with a series of creative evenings, perfect for relaxing, socialising, and learning something new including:
- 22 November (from 2pm) – Furniture Painting Workshop. Tickets are £40 and can be purchased here.
- 13 December (6pm – 8:30pm) – Festive Paint and Sip at Victoria Street Collective. Tickets are £30 and can be purchased here.
- 20 – 21 December (11am – 4pm) – Free Christmas Crafts for Kids workshops
Mini Madams Children’s Events (Every Sunday in December)
Themed children’s workshops hosted at Metquarter inspired by Frozen, Wicked, Taylor Swift, Stranger Things, The Grinch and more. The full schedule of events and prices can be found here.
Festive Feasting at Victoria Street Collective
Round off your Christmas shopping at Victoria Street Collective Food Hall, where festive dining takes centre stage. Diners can enjoy a unique twist on tradition with the Indian Roast Dinner, a festive feast blending classic favourites with rich, spiced flavours, available on Sundays throughout December for groups large and small. Priced at £25pp and pre-booking required.
Christmas Classics at Everyman Cinema
What better time to get cosy in front of the big screen than over the festive period. Join Everyman Cinema for a Christmas Film Season stocked to the brim with festive throwbacks, including The Holiday, Elf, It’s a Wonderful Life, as well as new festive film releases. Everyman Cinema will also serve a variety of tasty Christmas food and drink specials which will be available to order directly to your seat. See the full festive programme here.
The Hope Foundation
Metquarter will continue to work with its partner charity The Hope Foundation throughout the festive period. The charity works to help those in need of housing support to help people live independently and break the cycle of homelessness. The centre will be used as a base for donations for the charity’s annual Christmas meal and toys, toiletries and gifts are all very welcome.
Planning your next trip to Metquarter? Find parking information, accessibility details and opening times here.
