News
& Press
16 October 2026
Once Upon a Half Term... Discover What's On at The Atkinson
As Books Alive! brings storytelling magic to venues across Southport, The Atkinson is hosting a packed programme of family-friendly events designed to spark imaginations and create lasting memories.
16 October 2026
Acclaimed new play Lightstreams shines a light on the hidden sacrifices of migrant care workers
A powerful new drama inspired by the real-life testimonies of migrant health and social care workers will come to The Atkinson this October
14 October 2026
Gilbert & George exhibition comes to The Atkinson in Southport in collaboration with ARTIST ROOMS
The first Gilbert & George exhibition in the North West for 30 years comes to The Atkinson in Southport in collaboration with ARTIST ROOMS.
9 October 2026
Books Alive! Fringe Festival Brings More Family Fun to The Atkinson This Half Term
Families can enjoy even more free storytelling adventures this October half term as The Atkinson announces Books Alive! Fringe Festival line-up
1 October 2026
Three Must-See Exhibitions Closing This October
Don't miss your final opportunity to explore three remarkable exhibitions at The Atkinson.
29 September 2026
Next chapter of Books Alive! revealed as Southport prepares for October half term
The Jolly Postman Book Trail locations unveiled and dozens of free Festival of Stories events announced
21 September 2026
Critically acclaimed Bright Places embarks on
a UK tour with a joyful, unflinching look at
life with multiple sclerosis
Touring the UK this autumn, Bright Places is a joyous and life-affirming show about coming to terms with being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).
17 September 2026
Books Alive! Exciting chapter as Southport to become living storybook this October half term!
Southport is to become a living storybook for October half term as Books Alive! brings a world of imagination and adventure to the town.
14 September 2026
THE ZOO IS COMING TO SOUTHPORT!
Rod Campbell’s much-loved Dear Zoo returns live on stage
1 September 2026
The Atkinson in Southport announces cast of this year’s family panto Cinderella
Bringing magic, romance and wicked sisters to Southport this Christmas from 4 - 31 December 2026
25 August 2026
Battle Of Mons Commemoration held in Southport to honour sacrifices made in World War One
A special service was held at Southport War Memorial on Friday (21st August 2026) to mark 112 years since the Battle Of Mons, which took place in Belgium in the early stages of World War One.