Liverpool Book Festival Christmas Special is taking place at BoxPark on Sunday 15th November.
The event is an ideal opportunity to buy books and bookish presents for Christmas and will feature 60+ authors selling their books, special guests, artisan stalls, street food, talks and book launches, live music and a visit from Santa for children! Liverpool Book Festival has again rotated authors to ensure that it’s fresh each time
Joining the celebration on Sunday 15th November are famous faces such as:
- Bestselling authors Jane Costello and Caroline Corcoran
- Comic book legends Tim Quinn and Kev Sutherland
- SAS national hero Rusty Firmin
- Celebrity chef Dave Critchley
- Comedy great Stan Boardman
- Viral podcaster Shaun Attwood
- Famous poet Joseph Roberts
- 70 UP television star Peter Davies
- Broadcasting legend Billy Butler and In Demand Decades
Liverpool Book Festival has curated a fascinating mix of artisan traders — with a few existing ones and some festival first timers. Guests can browse a range of artsy and bookish products ideal for Christmas gifts courtesy of some of the region’s wonderful bakers, makers and creators. There’ll even be live portraits available. Meanwhile, the BoxPark street food vendors will be offering mouthwatering delights!
The music line up for Liverpool Book Festival Christmas Special features gorgeous music from:
- Daisy Gill (BBC Radio 6 Music, The Voice UK)
- Neil Campbell (BBC Radio 6 Music, BBC Radio Merseyside)
- Jimmy Coburn (Cavern Club, Broadway)
- Uketopia (ukulele group)
- DJ Esteban (cool disco grooves)
On the day there will be plenty of children’s and young people’s authors if you’re looking for Christmas gifts for young people. For the little ones, Positivity Club With Jess is hosting a special Visit From Santa from 11am-1pm. Children can attend the event for free and on the day they can meet Santa, who will give them children’s books and creative presents. A great way to combine festive fun whilst promoting literacy for young children.
Tickets for Liverpool Book Festival Christmas Special at BoxPark on Sunday 15th November are just £12, with under 18s going free. The festival came 3rd for Event Of The Year at Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards and has been featured by BBC News, and continues to go from strength to strength — with a revolving line up and a new experience each time.
Liverpool Book Festival Christmas Special / Sunday 15th November 2026, 11am-5pm / BoxPark, Cains Brewery Village, Liverpool, L8 5XJ
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS FOR JUST £12 (UNDER 18s GO FREE)
