This December, Cinema in the City offers a magical weekend of festive films and creative workshops at Liverpool Lighthouse in Anfield.
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Cinema in the City: Festive Family Fun at Liverpool Lighthouse
Get ready for a magical weekend of festive films and creative workshops as Cinema in the City heads to Liverpool Lighthouse in Anfield. Join us on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 December 2024 for two days of family-friendly film screenings and activities that will spark your imagination.
Come and watch an enchanting film and take part in exciting creative workshops for all ages. Learn how to make a stop-motion animation where you can bring your stories to life, or join a puppet-making workshop that lets you craft your own character. Plus, enjoy face painting to transform into your favourite festive character!
Christmas isn’t complete without a festive movie outing, so grab your tickets for the whole family and join us at Liverpool Lighthouse for something special.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (PG)
Friday 6 December | 1993 | 1h 15m
Doors: 17:00 | Drop-in Workshop: 17:30 | Film: 18:30
Tickets £5
Kick off the weekend with Tim Burton's beloved stop-motion masterpiece. Follow Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, as he discovers Christmas Town and brings this joyous holiday to his spooky realm. This enchanting tale of misadventure and self-discovery is perfect for the whole family.
Unleash your creativity before the film with a hands-on stop-motion animation workshop. Learn the magical techniques behind this unique way of filmmaking with Josh from Hamster Productions. Bring along a smartphone or tablet to join in - the workshop will conclude with a screening of Josh’s short Lego stop-motion film.
Mog's Christmas + The Snowman and The Snowdog (U)
Saturday 7 December | 2023 & 2013 | 23 & 24 mins
Doors: 9:00 | Face painting: 9:00 | Films: 10:30
Tickets £3 *tickets do not include face painting
Start your Saturday with a double bill of heartwarming animated shorts. Join Mog the forgetful cat on her Christmas adventure, then soar through the skies with a young boy and his snowy companions in these beloved British classics. A ticket to watch both films is just £3 (for little kids, big kids and adults too!) and why not transform into your favourite festive character with our talented face painters - are you Team Mog or Team Snowdog?! Face painting is not included in the ticket price and is available on a first-come, first-served basis at £2.50 per child.
The Muppet Christmas Carol (U)
Saturday 7 December | 1992 | 1h 25m
Doors: 15:30 | Puppet Making: 16:00 | Film: 16:45
Tickets £5
Experience Charles Dickens' timeless tale as you've never seen it before, with Kermit the Frog as Bob Cratchit and Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge. This heartwarming adaptation brings together the magic of the Muppets with the spirit of Christmas in a way that delights viewers of all ages.
Before the film, join local artist Alice Rowbottom for a fun-filled paper cup puppet-making workshop. Create your own puppet character to take home and continue the storytelling magic. There is also a chance to try your hand at puppeteering some muppet-inspired puppets.
Tickets and Information
Tickets for each screening and workshop for adults and children range from £3-5. Book your tickets now to secure your spot for this festive family special event at Liverpool Lighthouse.
For Cinema in the City, we offer a free babe in arms ticket for children under 2 years old, as long as they sit on the knee of a paying adult. Any children over 2 must occupy their own seat and have a valid ticket.
Don't miss this opportunity to create lasting memories with your loved ones and experience the magic of cinema in your local community. Cinema in the City brings the big screen to you, along with exciting creative activities that will inspire and entertain. Join us for a weekend of festive cheer, imagination, and community spirit at Liverpool Lighthouse. We can't wait to see you there!
Food & Drink
There will be festive-themed food and drinks available to purchase from the Liverpool Lighthouse café, including hot chocolate, soft drinks, mince pies, popcorn, sweets and candy floss.
Refunds
- Tickets to Cinema in the City events cannot be exchanged or refunded, except in the case of cancelled or rescheduled events.
- Your e-ticket will be emailed to the email address supplied. An e-ticket can be shown on a mobile device or printed on paper for entry.
- All prices are subject to availability.
Cinema in the City is presented by FACT and supported by Film Hub North with National Lottery funding on behalf of the BFI Film Audience Network.
FACT is funded by Arts Council England, Liverpool City Council and supported by Culture Liverpool.
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