Entertainment in Liverpool
Explore the best entertainment in Liverpool, including music, theatre, comedy, family activities, and top events across the city.
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Colours Community Festival Guide
Organisers of Colours Community Festival, a new free family-friendly festival coming to Princes Park this Saturday, have today announced the full programme. Live music, community organisations, street food, entertainment and attractions are on the line-up, with a host of local talent and good causes promising to ‘celebrate what it is to be L8’. Debuting for the first time at the ever-regenerating Princes Park, this initiative is supported by The National Lottery Community Fund, Liverpool City Council’s Mayoral Neighbourhood Fund, Steve Biko Housing Association, Austin…
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Retro and Futuristic Gaming Arcade ‘ArCains’ Set To Open In Cain’s Brewery Villlage
It has been revealed that a huge retro and futuristic gaming arcade will open in Cain’s Brewery Village. ArCains arcade will house old original games as well as virtual reality gaming with a dedicated floor of Cain’s as part of the ongoing redevelopment of the famous site in the Baltic Triangle. The team behind the development, Mikhail Hotel & Leisure Group (MHALG) has been praised for the work it has already done to the Cain’s…
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Bongo’s Bingo Release New Autumn Dates In Brand-New Home, Content
It’s no secret that Bongo’s Bingo have been causing a stir on the Liverpool nightlife scene over the past few years and that certainly isn’t going to change anytime soon. With plans to move into their new home in the city, Content, this August, the homegrown bingo rave phenomenon have now released the next wave of dates spread over two months. In one of their biggest Liverpool tickets releases yet, Bongo’s Bingo are putting on…
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Lane7 Bowling Gets Set To Open In Liverpool City Centre
Lane7 is set to open its doors in Liverpool this May so you can now go bowling in Liverpool city centre. The UK’s leading leisure and nightlife destination is bringing its quirky concept to the region and is getting ready to welcome guests into its newest venue. Located in the popular Clayton Square area, the two-floor venue will provide a family-friendly offer by day before transforming into the city’s hottest nightlife spot combining bowling and…
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Bongo’s Bingo Reveals March Shows In Liverpool
Special guests Boyzlife return for 4 consecutive St Patrick’s Weekend events. Bongo’s Bingo is incredibly proud to reveal its March dates for Liverpool. The action returns to Camp and Furnace, one of the region’s most iconic venues which has hosted some incredible Bongo’s Bingo shows during the last few years, and is the spiritual home of the ground-breaking concept. And it wouldn’t be March without some very special Bongo’s Bingo guests dropping in to help…
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Liverpool Marvel Writers Celebrate Stan ‘The Man’ At Stan Lee Foundation Fundraiser
Liverpool is set to play host to a special Stan Lee tribute event this Saturday (24th) with Marvel writers holding a series of comic workshops and tips for breaking into the comic industry at VideOdyssey Studio in Toxteth, to raise funds for the Stan Lee Foundation. The comic world has been in mourning since news of the Spider-Man creator’s death at the age of 95. with an outpouring of grief for the man who created…
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New Xmas Brunch Bongo’s Bingo Date Announced
With Sunday 9 December about to sell out, Bongo’s Bingo announce a brand-new festive Brunch on Sunday 16 December with Burger Joe Just when you thought the Xmas anticipation couldn’t possibly get any bigger, Bongo’s Bingo drops in with an extra special present ahead of the festive season of madness. With their first Brunch By Bongo’s Bingo Xmas show about to sell out – redolent of fiery hearths, cups of mulled wine and Wham’s Last Christmas playing…
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Royal Albert Dock’s Christmas Extravaganza Set To Get You In The Mood For The Festive Season
This Christmas, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, is throwing a magical Christmas Extravaganza, taking place on Thursday 22nd November, from 4-‐9pm. With a whole array of wonderful offerings and events due to take place in the following weeks, this event will be the perfect taster of what to expect at Christmas on the Dock. Complete with an amazing ice sculpture trail, delicious roasted chestnuts, the Salvation Army choir, a pop-up Christmas tree shop, and numerous special…
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Love Actually Live In Concert At Liverpool Philharmonic
Love Actually has become one of the Nations favourite Christmas films, so expect tickets to go fast for this amazing live concert and film screening at the Philharmonic Hall. The Novello Orchestra will perform Craig Armstrong’s evocative score at these shows, with the film being projected onto a huge screen. Armstrong is one of the UK’s most recognised film composers, with his work being awarded a BAFTA for his Achievement in Film Music. With the film…
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Big Fish Little Fish Family Rave Returns For Christmas Edition
World-famous, award-winning, Glastonbury Festival performing, family rave sensation Big Fish Little Fish are back at Hangar 34, Liverpool for a family Christmas rave up. Family fun for the post-rave generation of parents, rave legend Mark Archer (Altern-8) will be providing the (grown-up) tunes for families to dance together on the dancefloor with confetti cannons, bubbles, giant balloons and parachute dance finale. There will also be Lonely Planet Kids craft tables with themed crafting, a large…
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All You Need Is LSD Live At Unity Theatre: Review
Told By An Idiot are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year with a little bit of LSD, maybe not literally, but creatively, in the form of their stage production, All You Need Is LSD – and what a celebration it is. Written by acclaimed British playwright Leo Butler and performed by Told By An Idiot, the show takes a break from reality and delves into the mind bending history of Lysergic Acid Diethylamide on the…
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Preview: Lizzie Nunnery New Play – “To Have To Shoot Irishman”
As part of Liverpool’s Irish Festival, Almanac Arts presents the world premiere of Liverpool’s Lizzie Nunnery’s new play with songs, “To Have To Shoot Irishman”. She is an acclaimed playwright and singer-songwriter, having initially burst to prominence with 2007’s “Intemperance”and last years “Narvik” (Best New Play, UK Theatre Awards) plus a whole heap of TV and theatre commissions. “To Have To Shoot Irishman” is inspired by the murder of Irish pacifist Francis Sheehy Skeffington by…
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The Guide Liverpool gets set to go live at LIMF
Liverpool International Music Festival returns to Sefton Park this weekend where the likes of Example, Hacienda Classical, Wylie and DJ Jazzy Jeff will perform live. Once again The Guide Liverpool will broadcast backstage from the LIMF TV Studio to bring viewers all of the action, as it happens. The Guide Liverpool will be taking viewers behind the scenes and to the forefront of all the festival action with LIMF TV. Now in it’s 6th year,…
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National Museums Liverpool Set To Launch Its New Events Concept
National Museums Liverpool is set to launch its rebranded events business, offering corporate and private venue hire opportunities across the City Region. Operating as ‘Hosted by National Museums Liverpool’, the newly-established brand manages a number of venues with capacities of up to 1,000 guests, with iconic settings ideal for events from dinners, conferences and drinks receptions to Christmas parties, weddings and location filming. As the largest cultural organisation in the North West, National Museums Liverpool…
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In Conversation with Siobhan Wilson
Siobhan Wilson played @81 Renshaw Street, in support of the release of her debut album “There Ain’t No Saints” in 2017, and for those who attended, it was a very special gig. And the album is something special too! It seems that 2018 is going to be another busy year, as she is not only recording a new album, but playing an abundance of dates, with the likes of Aidan Moffat, RM Hubbert, Fleet Foxes,…
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Gin and Disco Festival Coming To Liverpool This Month
This Summer, glitter-wearing gin-lovers across the UK can rejoice with the news of the Gin and Disco Festival, taking place across various venues throughout June and July, for a new festival like no other. Having already hosted a sell-out party in Chester, Liverpool is the next stop on the map, with the festivities taking place at the stunning Cunard Building on Saturday 30th June. Guests will be able to sip on their favourite tipple, enjoy…
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The Bold Street Festival Is Returning In July
There’s not many street’s quite like Bold Street, with it’s tantalising choice of independent cafes, restaurants and shops and that’s why they know how to throw an amazing street party! After the success of last years event, the raft of independent businesses will be taking over the pavements to bring a taste of what they offer to passers by. There will be plenty of delicious food as well as a farmers market, arts, crafts and…
Liverpool is a city that knows how to entertain. From live music and theatre to comedy, film, nightlife, and family-friendly attractions, there’s always something happening to keep locals and visitors engaged. Our Entertainment in Liverpool category brings together the best experiences across the city, offering guides, reviews, and insights to help you make the most of your time in Liverpool.
The city’s live music scene is world-renowned, from legendary venues like the Cavern Club to contemporary spaces such as Camp & Furnace, Invisible Wind Factory and Arts Club. Liverpool’s entertainment extends beyond music, with theatre productions, comedy shows, and immersive experiences available across the city. Whether you’re into gripping drama at the Everyman Theatre, experimental performances at FACT, or stand-up comedy at Hot Water Comedy Club, Liverpool has entertainment to suit every taste.
Family-friendly entertainment is also a big part of the city’s offering. Attractions such as museums, science centres, escape rooms, and interactive experiences provide fun days out for all ages. Seasonal events, pop-up attractions, and festivals add extra variety to the city’s entertainment calendar, ensuring there’s always something new to explore.
Food and drink often go hand in hand with entertainment in Liverpool. From bars and cafés offering live music to themed nights at restaurants, the city’s social scene complements its cultural offerings. Our guides highlight the best spots where you can enjoy a full evening out, combining dining and entertainment in one experience.
Liverpool’s entertainment scene is vibrant, diverse, and constantly evolving. Whether you’re seeking the latest events, insider tips, or recommendations for top venues, the Entertainment in Liverpool category is your essential resource. From casual nights out to special experiences, we cover everything you need to enjoy the city to the fullest.