Liverpool Nightlife
Discover the best of Liverpool nightlife, from buzzing bars and clubs to live music venues and late-night experiences across the city.
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Why You Need To Visit El Bandito Tequileria & It’s Liverpool One Pop Up Bar
Sometimes all you want on a cold November evening after a hearty meal is to curl up on the couch back at home, with some mindless tv shows but we decided to beat the Autumnal blues and headed over to El Bandito’s pop bar at popular Mexican restaurant Wahacha. The El Bandito guys have taken over the top floor bar space and are serving up some of the finest Mexican-inspired cocktails we’ve ever had the…
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Ministry of Sound ‘The Annual Classical’ Coming To Liverpool Philharmonic
The world’s most iconic dance brand Ministry of Sound have announced ‘The Annual Classical’, an orchestral tour which celebrates and reimagines their legendary dance music compilation The Annual. 23 years on from the debut compilation release, The Annual Classical will see Ministry of Sound taking out a 50 piece classical orchestra to tour the UK. There will be a world premier at London’s Royal Festival Hall on January 26th, with a full six-date UK tour starting in May…
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Miracle on Seel St – Adult Christmas Grotto Returning To City Centre Bar
Following last year’s success, the secret bar above Salt Dog Slims will be transformed into ‘Miracle on Seel Street’ – a grown-up grotto of festive treats opening on Friday 16th November. ‘83’, the secret bar owned by independent bar and restaurant group, Graffiti Spirits, will undergo a dazzling winter makeover and open its doors once again as ‘Miracle on Seel Street’ to offer a cosy yuletide retreat in the city – think Christmas films, leather…
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Liverpool Venue’s Ambition To Become The City’s New Home of Jazz
Following the success of its inaugural Jazz Festival this August Bank Holiday, a popular Hope Street venue is aiming its sights on becoming the epicentre of live Jazz in the city. Since opening in 2013, Frederiks bar and restaurant has always has a reputation for performance, with music lovers drawn to the venue not only for the artists on the bill, but the ambient surroundings, including a cosy fire, extensive cocktail menu and knowledgeable,…
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Cocktails In The City Returns To Liverpool
Sixteen bars, two evenings, one landmark venue. The UK’s leading cocktail festival is back to deliver a double header of cocktail creativity in one of the world’s finest neoclassical buildings, St George’s Hall. Secret speakeasies, members bars, party bars and glamorous institutions are coming together in pop-up form to celebrate the quality and diversity of Liverpool’s world class cocktail scene. From RopeWalks to the Albert Dock’s and on to The Baltic Triangle all in just…
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The Jacaranda At 60: A Look At It’s History And It’s Exciting Future
The Jacaranda first opened in Liverpool in the late 1950s as a music bar designed to showcase local musicians looking for opportunities on the live music scene and the philosophy of the venue is the same to this day, although much has changed since the ’50s. The Jacaranda is such a well known name around Liverpool and the world largely due to the The Beatles, who were regular customers in the Jac and played some of their…
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Line Up Announced For Jacaranda’s 60th Birthday Celebrations
There’s huge plans for the Jacaranda’s 60th Birthday…. This August Bank Holiday weekend will be full of celebration as the legendary Slater Street club,The Jacaranda, turns 60 years old! Coinciding with International BeatleWeek and with The Jacaranda being the birth place of the Fab Four, celebrations across the city are set to be massive. Both the original venue, and its ground-breaking new Seel Street offshoot, Phase One, will collaborate to celebrate this impressive milestone with…
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Wes Anderson Party Coming To Baltic Social
Update August 2022: The Baltic Social is now permanently closed. Fans of film writer and director Wes Anderson will be hugely excited to hear that there will be a themed party in his honour at The Baltic Social in October. The event organised by Remake, Remodel follows their successful Wes Anderson parties at Manchester’s Deaf Institute and The Wardrobe in Leeds. So get your Wes fancy dress at the ready with your berets, beanies and…
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The Greatest Showman At ASBO Cinema
Earlier in the year Camp and Furnace launched an event that broke all the rules of a trip to the cinema. ASBO cinema is all about being enjoying movies in a much more raucous way – get up, sing, dance and throw your popcorn in the air. The latest film to get the ASBO cinema treatment is musical sensation The Greatest Showman starring Hugh Jackman and Zac Effron in this feel good tale that celebrates…
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New Live Game Show Coming To Liverpool’S Camp and Furnace
Sing! Shame! Win! – there’s a new live game show coming to Liverpool that YOU control on your phone! – Japanese-style event combines live singing rounds with crazy challenges – Specially developed technology lets the audience judge contestants and score them live – UK launch set to take place in October at Baltic Triangle venue Forget your Taylor Swift squarkers and Robbie Williams wannabees, there’s a hardcore game show coming to town, and you’re not…
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Multi-Award Winning Live Music Bar To Open In City’s Cavern Quarter
Maida Vale is opening its latest venue this August Bank Holiday, bringing live music, DJs and an eclectic mix of mod, ska, soul, funk, indie, Britpop and more to Liverpool’s historic Cavern Quarter. Maida Vale, which is one of Sheffield’s most popular music venues, is expanding their hugely popular bar concept to premises in Liverpool. Gavin Richards, Managing Director of Quadrum Leisure Ltd, says “We are delighted to be bringing Maida Vale to Liverpool, especially as…
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Unique UK Hip Hop Orchestra Set To Launch in Liverpool
A unique UK collaboration of huge hip hop talent in the form of an eleven–piece orchestra named The Incredible 11 is set to take Liverpool by storm later this month. And if you love 90’s and noughties classic hip hop, you’re in for a very special night throwin’ shapes and swayin’ to the likes of Jay-Z, Dre, Biggie and TLC all being performed live by The Incredible 11 at the funky On Air venue based within The Parliament Street Collective on Friday August 24th. Drummers, guitars, a string quartet, vocalists, a world champion turntable scratch master, keyboards, and an…
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Miami-inspired Cocktail Bar Coming To Liverpool
Cocktail glasses ready … a new Miami-inspired cocktail bar is coming to Liverpool and it’s got an amazing Instagrammable feature to transport everyone to super-glamorous South Beach. Margaritas will have a huge video wall showing sun-soaked scenes from Miami’s world-famous playground for the rich, famous and fabulous. So, even if you don’t make it for a night out on the American Riviera, every photo will look like you did! And, as the name suggests, you…
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81 Ltd Bar – A Little-Known Bar on a Well-Known Street
I received the code for 81 Ltd on Saturday afternoon, a few hours before my visit. I knew as soon as I got the text, this place was going to be cool. Lying in the heart of Liverpool’s nightlife scene, it’s easily one of the most chic places around. To reach the bar, we walked up a set of shady stairs to the forbidden door and typed in our code. On opening the door, there…
Liverpool is famous worldwide for its music, culture, and football—but when the sun goes down, the city truly comes alive. Liverpool nightlife is a vibrant mix of stylish cocktail bars, traditional pubs, buzzing nightclubs, and unique late-night venues, offering something for every taste. Whether you’re planning a big night out with friends, looking for somewhere to dance until sunrise, or searching for a more relaxed evening of drinks and live music, Liverpool’s nightlife scene has it all.
The city centre is home to a variety of nightlife hotspots. Concert Square is a lively hub popular with students and visitors, filled with bars and clubs where the party continues well into the night. If you prefer something a little more alternative, head to the Baltic Triangle. This creative district has transformed into one of Liverpool’s coolest areas, with warehouse venues, craft beer spots, and music venues hosting everything from electronic DJs to indie bands.
Mathew Street is another must-visit for nightlife in Liverpool, known worldwide as the home of The Cavern Club. Here, you’ll find live music every night of the week, alongside bustling pubs and late-night bars. For those looking for something more sophisticated, the city offers an impressive range of cocktail lounges and rooftop bars, where you can enjoy skyline views with a perfectly crafted drink in hand.
Liverpool nightlife isn’t just about bars and clubs—it’s also about entertainment. From late-night comedy shows and theatre performances to live gigs and DJ sets, there’s always something happening after dark. Football fans also love the matchday atmosphere in Liverpool’s pubs and sports bars, especially on big game nights for Liverpool FC and Everton FC.
Students are well-catered for too, with regular student nights offering discounted drinks, live DJs, and a buzzing social atmosphere. Meanwhile, locals and visitors alike can enjoy Liverpool’s warm, welcoming vibe—whether you’re enjoying a quiet pint in a traditional pub or joining the crowds on a packed dancefloor.
Liverpool nightlife is diverse, exciting, and ever-changing, reflecting the city’s energy and creativity. From hidden speakeasies and quirky cocktail bars to world-class clubs and iconic music venues, there’s always somewhere new to discover. No matter your style or mood, Liverpool guarantees a night out you won’t forget.