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Arts and Culture
Exhibition Honours Chinese Medical Pioneer Dr Yan Fuqing in Liverpool
A new exhibition exploring the life and legacy of Dr Yan Fuqing, a University of Liverpool alumnus and a pioneer of modern Chinese medicine, opened at Liverpool Medical Institution on 22 September 2026. Dr Yan: A Pioneer – A Bridge of Sino-British Medical and Cultural Exchange is the exhibition’s first European presentation, following its debut in South Africa. Jointly presented by Shanghai Medical College of Fudan University, Jiefang Daily and the University of Liverpool, it…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Renshaw Street Food Market Welcomes Three New Vendors and Launches Student Discount
Renshaw Street Food Market has expanded its international food offering with three new independent vendors – alongside a new 10% student discount. The Liverpool city centre food hall has welcomed Aapli Mumbai Street Food, SHINTAKO and K-Kitchen, adding new Indian, Japanese and Korean dishes to its already extensive selection of global street food. First up is Aapli Mumbai Street Food, which specialises in Indian street food including Vada Pav, Samosa Chaat, Frankies and Pani Puri.…
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Liverpool News
Scouse Girl Social Celebrates First Anniversary After Bringing Together More Than 3,500 Girls
Scouse Girl Social is celebrating its first anniversary after more than 3,500 girls attended its events during its first 12 months. Created to encourage confidence, self-expression and a sense of belonging among young girls, the Liverpool initiative has grown rapidly since launching, bringing together girls and families alongside local businesses, schools and cultural partners. Now, the team behind Scouse Girl Social is marking the milestone with its biggest celebration of the year – a full-day…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Bongo’s Bingo Announces Halloween 2026 Shows at CONTENT Liverpool
Bongo’s Bingo is getting ready for spooky season with the return of its huge Halloween parties to CONTENT Liverpool this October. Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun will take over the Baltic Triangle venue across five Halloween shows, bringing together bingo, rave rounds, dance-offs, ridiculous prizes and plenty of suitably spooky surprises. As ever, audiences can expect all the usual Bongo’s Bingo chaos, but with a Halloween twist. Fancy dress is highly encouraged, with everything from…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Flight Club Liverpool Is Hosting a Halloween House Party This October
Flight Club Liverpool is getting a spooky makeover this Halloween, transforming into Fright Club for a huge Halloween house party filled with Social Darts®, DJs, fancy dress, bottomless pizza and prizes. Taking place on Saturday 31 October, the Halloween takeover will run from 11am until 1am, with guests able to drop in for a few drinks and games or settle in for the full day and night. The venue will be transformed for the occasion,…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Royal Albert Dock Celebrates 35 Years of Liverpool Nightlife with Special Projection
Liverpool’s legendary clubbing history is being celebrated on the waterfront with a special projection bringing 35 years of the city’s nightlife, music and culture to Royal Albert Dock. Running until 2 October, the façade of the Maritime Museum will be illuminated each evening from 8pm to 10pm, showcasing photography from In Clubland: 35 Summers of Love, an upcoming book by Liverpool photographer Mark McNulty. The projection offers an exclusive preview of images documenting the people,…
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Things to do in Liverpool
River of Light 2026: Dates, New Installations and Expanded City Centre Trail
Liverpool’s River of Light is set to return this autumn with an expanded route bringing spectacular light installations further into the city centre. Taking place from 23 October to 1 November 2026, the free festival will transform Liverpool into a huge outdoor illuminated gallery, with 13 artworks appearing across the city during the October half-term. This year’s theme is Together, exploring how light, art and shared experiences can bring people together. Nine new installations will…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Vetch Retains Two AA Rosettes For Third Year, As Restaurant Takes New Direction
Hope Street restaurant continues its run of culinary recognition as chef-owner Dan McGeorge tears up the tasting menu in favour of a more relaxed, ingredient-led style of dining. Vetch, the Hope Street restaurant headed up by Liverpool-born chef-owner Dan McGeorge, has retained its coveted two AA Rosettes for a third consecutive year, recognising the restaurant’s continued commitment to high-quality ingredients, consistency and precision in its cooking. The latest recognition comes at an exciting point in…
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Theatre in Liverpool
In Conversation: Vivian Panka on Playing Regina George in Mean Girls at Liverpool Empire
Mean Girls is heading to Liverpool this October, bringing the hit musical adaptation of the much-loved 2004 film to the Liverpool Empire for a two-week run. Taking on the iconic role of Regina George is fast-rising musical theatre performer Vivian Panka, who makes history as the first Black woman to play the character. Already familiar to Liverpool audiences through appearances in 9 to 5 and Dear Evan Hansen, Panka now steps into the shoes of…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Cheryl The Queen Joins Liverpool Fundraiser for The Vivienne Statue
RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Cheryl The Queen will headline a special fundraiser at BOXPARK Liverpool this October, raising money for a permanent statue of The Vivienne in Liverpool’s Pride Quarter. The full line-up has been announced for the Bring The Vivienne Home fundraiser, taking place at BOXPARK Liverpool on Friday 30 October 2026. Cheryl The Queen, who competed alongside The Vivienne on the first series of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, will headline an evening…
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Things to do in Liverpool
New Liverpool Christmas Ice Rink Skate St George’s To Open At St George’s Plateau
Liverpool is getting a new place to skate this Christmas. Skate St George’s will bring an open-air ice rink, Christmas market and live entertainment to St George’s Plateau from Saturday 21 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027. The event is free to visit, so you can browse the market, pick up something festive to eat or drink and enjoy the atmosphere without booking a skating session. Tickets are available separately for the ice rink…
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Music
Amelia Releases New Single ‘Marilyn’ Alongside Second EP ‘Ink Stains’
Liverpool singer-songwriter Amelia is set to release her new single Marilyn alongside her second EP, Ink Stains, on 16 October 2026. The four-track EP brings together songs written at different points in Amelia’s life, exploring relationships, friendship, vulnerability and self-discovery. It features the previously released Mess That You Made, Chance Encounter and See Through, with Marilyn completing the collection. A high-energy pop track, Marilyn takes its name from Marilyn Monroe and looks at how women…
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Film Events In Liverpool
Love Actually Live in Concert Comes to Liverpool Philharmonic Hall This Christmas
One of Britain’s best-loved Christmas films is coming to Liverpool this December, as Love Actually Live in Concert arrives at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall on Saturday 5 December 2026. The festive favourite will be shown on the big screen in high definition, accompanied by a full live orchestra performing Craig Armstrong’s celebrated score in perfect synchronisation with the film. It offers Liverpool audiences the chance to revisit Love Actually in a completely different way, combining the…
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Arts and Culture
Homotopia Festival 2026 Returns to Liverpool with ‘We Come Together’
Liverpool’s Homotopia Festival is back this autumn, bringing more than six weeks of LGBTQIA+ arts and culture to venues across the city. Returning for its 22nd year from 17 October to 1 December 2026, the UK’s longest-running LGBTQIA+ arts and culture festival will present We Come Together – a programme spanning theatre, performance, visual art, film, music, club nights and conversation. This year’s festival will open with a celebration of another major milestone in Liverpool’s…
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Liverpool Nightlife
Frederiks Launches New Live Disco Night ‘Disco Affair’ in Liverpool
Liverpool’s Frederiks is launching a new live music night bringing the sound and energy of New York’s disco heyday to Hope Street with Disco Affair. Launching on Friday 25 September, Disco Affair puts a full five-piece band at the heart of the dancefloor, with live musicians and vocalist Sara Toshka working their way through the records that defined disco’s golden era. Expect Donna Summer, Diana Ross, Sister Sledge, Quincy Jones and more; played live, loud…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
The 8 Best Burgers In Liverpool
Wondering where you can find the best burgers in Liverpool? You’re in the right place. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s top burger joints, from long-standing classics to exciting newcomers pushing the limits of flavour and creativity. Whether you’re after a perfectly cooked, juicy patty, inventive toppings that surprise your taste buds, or a satisfying meat-free option, Liverpool has something to satisfy every burger craving. Get ready to explore the best burgers in…
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Things to do in Liverpool
BOXPARK Liverpool’s ICEBOX Ice Rink Returns for Christmas 2026 – Bigger Than Ever
BOXPARK Liverpool’s hugely popular ICEBOX is returning this November with its biggest ice rink yet, more space to skate and brand new Skate with Santa sessions, Advanced Bring Your Own Skate sessions and Student Skates, as the venue prepares for another huge Christmas in the Baltic Triangle. BOXPARK’s ICEBOX rink will be even bigger for 2026, creating significantly more space on the ice and giving guests an even better skating experience throughout the festive season…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Santa’s Secret Forest Liverpool Reveals Magical New Additions for Christmas 2026
Santa’s Secret Forest has revealed a host of magical new additions ahead of its highly anticipated return to Liverpool for a second year, with some sessions already sold out. Following a hugely successful debut season, the immersive Christmas adventure will reopen at Orrell Hill Woods in Hightown from Saturday 21 November, with tickets now available for visits throughout the festive season. Far more than a traditional grotto, Santa’s Secret Forest invites families to step inside…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Liverpool Christmas Wonderland Bringing Huge Covered Ice Rink and 36 Attractions to Pier Head
Liverpool’s waterfront is getting a major festive makeover this winter, with a huge Christmas Wonderland bringing ice skating, rides, food and drink to the Pier Head. Liverpool Christmas Wonderland will open on Friday 20 November 2026, transforming the waterfront into a festive destination featuring a covered ice rink, 36 attractions and 28 food and drink units. Running until Sunday 3 January 2027, the event will take place against the backdrop of Liverpool’s Three Graces, with…
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Liverpool News
No More Kennels Founder Rebeckah Vaughan Hands Over Liverpool Dog Hotel After 18 Years
The Liverpool entrepreneur who grew No More Kennels from caring for five dogs at home into a luxury dog hotel has handed over the business as she prepares for a new chapter – becoming a mum. After 18 years at the helm of No More Kennels, founder Rebeckah Vaughan is stepping away from the business she built from scratch, with her first baby due in December. The Liverpool-born canine behaviourist and entrepreneur launched No More…
