Outdoor theatre North West 2026
This summer there are loads of great outdoor theatre North West England 2026 to choose from. Let’s hope the weather is nice so we can really enjoy these shows! There’s a mixture of outdoor theatre shows for kids and some that are better suited to adults and possibly teenagers. Find more Things to do with kids in the North West summer here.
As with any events post, I have done my best to make sure this post is up to date but events do get cancelled at the last minute so please check with the theatre company or venue. All events require pre-booking.
Outdoor theatre Cheshire
There’s so much outdoor theatre in Cheshire this summer that I have create a post focusing on just Cheshire. You can read it here – Outdoor theatre Cheshire.
Outdoor Theatre Manchester
There’s lots of open air theatre shows in Greater Manchester this summer. Here are a few suggestions but read the full guide below for all the shows I can find and booking links.
Find the full guide here – Outdoor theatre Manchester
Outdoor theatre Lancashire
There’s loads of great outdoor theatre in Lancashire this summer so I have made a separate post with all the information you need.
Find full details of all these shows and booking links here – Outdoor theatre Lancashire.
Outdoor Theatre Liverpool
There’s loads of outdoor theatre across Merseyside this summer. I’ve found locations around Liverpool and on the Wirral.
Read the full guide to all the Outdoor theatre Liverpool here.
Outdoor Theatre Lake District
So far I have only managed to find outdoor theatre at Muncaster castle & Lowther Castle.
King Arthur and the holy fail, Lowther Castle
When – 15th July 2026
The Three Inch Fools present an epic tale of Arthurian adventure and medieval mayhem.
In a land of daring quests, dashing knights, and endless jousting, there lived a would-be hero – waiting in the wings – who went by the name of Arthur. But when Camelot is rocked to its core by a tragic – and frankly improbable – incident involving a large table of an undisclosed shape, Arthur is thrust into the quest of a lifetime. Will he bravely battle through blistering cold and scorching fire to save his beloved realm, or will he crumble as fate refuses to cooperate? Destiny awaits, chivalry calls, and the quest to end all quests begins. Saddle up – things are about to get legendary.
Adults £22, 3-15 years £12, under 3 free
Book here – King Arthur and the holy fail
Pinocchio, Lowther Castle – Outdoor Theatre
When – 19th August 2026
Childless toymaker Geppetto buys a piece of wood to make a puppet – little realising the chaos he is about to unleash. Illyria celebrates this magical coming-of-age tale in a thrilling musical outdoor show.
Adults £18, 3-15 years £10, under 5s free
Book here – Pinocchio
King Arthur and the holy fail, Muncaster Castle – event now past
When -Adults £22, 3-15 years £12, under 3 free
Book here – King Arthur and the holy fail
More ideas for things to do this summer
As well as outdoor theatre, you can watch your favourite films outdoors this summer. Find out where here – Outdoor cinema North West
Fancy cooling down in a paddling pool or splash park? Find the locations across our region here – Outdoor paddling pools and splash parks in the North West
Fruit picking is another great summer activity. Find all the Pick your own farms in North West England here.
Why not get lost in a maze this summer? Find all the ones across our region here – Maize maze North West.
Fancy an ice cream? Find the best places for ice cream across the North West here.
