Taskers Aintree Unveils Grinch-Inspired Whoville Christmas Wonderland for 2026
One of Liverpool’s favourite Christmas traditions is back for 2026, as Taskers Aintree unveils a spectacular Grinch-inspired Whoville takeover, complete with giant decorations, festive photo opportunities and free visits to Santa.
The family-run Liverpool business has invested a six-figure sum into this year’s Christmas display, transforming its Aintree store into an immersive festive wonderland inspired by the colourful world of Whoville.
Now fully installed and ready for visitors, the elaborate display features a giant Grinch outside the store, oversized Christmas decorations and themed scenes throughout, giving families plenty to explore during the festive season.
For generations of Liverpool families, a trip to Taskers at Christmas has become something of an annual tradition, with the store’s impressive seasonal displays attracting thousands of visitors each year.
And for 2026, the team has gone all out once again.
Explore the Grinch-Inspired Whoville Christmas Display at Taskers
This year’s Whoville takeover promises a colourful, playful Christmas experience, with immersive displays, larger-than-life decorations and plenty of opportunities for festive family photographs.
The magic begins before visitors even enter the store, with a giant Grinch welcoming guests outside.
For the first time, Taskers is also introducing an eight-foot outdoor Christmas tree in its car park, adding another festive feature to the experience.
Inside, visitors can explore the elaborate Whoville-inspired scenes while browsing Taskers’ extensive Christmas collection, including trees, decorations, festive homeware and seasonal accessories.
Best of all, the Christmas displays are completely free to visit, making this a great option for families looking for free festive things to do in Liverpool.
Meet Santa for Free at Taskers Aintree
Alongside the Whoville takeover, Santa Claus will be returning to Taskers for a series of free visits throughout November and December.
Families can meet Father Christmas every Thursday evening from 12 November until 10 December 2026, between 5.30pm and 7.30pm.
The free Santa visits are another reason to add Taskers to your Christmas plans, particularly for families looking to enjoy festive experiences without spending a fortune.
Christmas Markets and Festive Food at Taskers
There’s even more to enjoy outside the store this Christmas.
The courtyard will be transformed into a festive food village, with 1958 Bistro by The Bus Yard serving seasonal dishes, Christmas specials and warming hot drinks.
Visitors can also look forward to Christmas markets, creating an opportunity to enjoy some festive shopping and food alongside the spectacular decorations.
Whether you’re visiting to see the Grinch, take some Christmas photographs, meet Santa or simply soak up the atmosphere, Taskers is aiming to make its Aintree store a festive destination in its own right.
A Liverpool Christmas Tradition
Oliver Tasker, Director of Taskers, said: “Christmas at Taskers is incredibly special to us because we know it has become part of so many families’ traditions. We have generations of customers who come back every year to see what we’ve created, and that makes us want to make each Christmas even more memorable.
“This year we’ve completely transformed the store with our Whoville takeover. From the giant Grinch outside to the oversized decorations and all of the detail within the different scenes, there is so much for families to discover and plenty of opportunities to stop, take photographs and make memories together.”
He added: “We’ve once again made a significant six-figure investment into Christmas because we want visiting Taskers to feel like an experience in itself. You don’t have to spend anything to come and enjoy the displays, and Santa will also be joining us completely free of charge every Thursday evening in the run-up to Christmas.
“We can’t wait to welcome everyone into Whoville and see their reaction to what we’ve created this year.”
Visiting Taskers Aintree This Christmas
The Whoville Christmas Display
Taskers, Aintree, Liverpool
Free Santa visits: Every Thursday from 12 November to 10 December 2026, 5.30pm–7.30pm
Other attractions: Christmas markets, festive food village and themed photo opportunities
For further information, visit the Taskers website.
