Liverpool families are in for a sweet treat this October half term as The Big Bakes, the UK’s award-winning, hands-on baking experience, arrives in the city with its fun-filled Little Monsters Family Bakes. Running on 29th, 30th and 31st October, these special daytime sessions are designed especially for families to roll up their sleeves and get creative together. Expect silly faces, googly eyes, colourful icing and plenty of messy fun, with Head Bakers on hand…
Liverpool boxer Callum Makin states the entire experience of competing in a World Championships in his own city was ‘perfect’ from start to finish. The 21-year-old picked up a bronze in the 75kg division at the recent event at the M&S Bank Arena, winning three fights on his way to the semi-final. Makin admits as soon as Liverpool was announced as the host city, he was determined to be in attendance. “It was everything it…
This weekend, Port Sunlight transforms into a living stage as the Wirral Poetry Festival 2025 arrives on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October. With its rich mix of performances, competitions, workshops, and community events, the festival is set to be one of the most welcoming and vibrant arts gatherings on Merseyside this autumn. For two days, the village’s theatres, galleries, and green spaces will become poetry hubs. Expect a programme that moves effortlessly from family-friendly sessions to bold, cross-arts performances.…
The first weekend of October is set to be a milestone moment for Liverpool’s jazz lovers, as Ma Boyle’s celebrates 10 years of its much-loved Jazz Saturdays while launching an exciting new weekly night – the Latin Jazz Social Club. On Friday 3rd October, Parrjazz kicks off the Latin Jazz Social Club, a vibrant addition to Liverpool’s music scene featuring Cuban rhythms, Brazilian grooves, samba, and bossa nova. The launch night sees Cuba Vida bring…
Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle is about to gain a fresh culinary hotspot with the launch of New Bird Kitchen (NBK), a creative, sustainable grab-and-go eatery opening at 7:30am on Tuesday 30 September. Founded by celebrity stylist Lorraine McCulloch and film and TV costume designer Jan Simpson, NBK brings the pair’s creative backgrounds into a new venture centred on community, sustainability, and high-quality food. The menu features nourishing breakfast and lunch options made with organic, free-range, and…
dot-art Gallery will burst into colour this autumn with In Full Bloom, a new exhibition featuring works by Frank Leung, Hilary Dron, and Madeleine Pires. Running from 17 October to 29 November, the show celebrates the beauty, symbolism, and emotional resonance of flowers through three distinctive artistic voices. Exploring themes of seasonality, vitality, and connection to nature, the exhibition pairs delicate watercolours with dynamic compositions and community-inspired works. Frank Leung brings a poetic sensibility to…
Exceptional artwork by young students from across the Liverpool City Region is now on display at Liverpool ONE, following the launch of a striking new outdoor exhibition on School Lane. The showcase features vibrant pieces from Year 5 and Year 9 pupils, shining a spotlight on emerging creativity in the heart of the city. The works represent the culmination of the 13th annual dot-art Schools programme, with winners selected by arts professionals and an online…
Flight Club is turning 10 in October and taking the celebrations on a UK-wide birthday tour, with a month of parties in each city it calls home! And the Flight Club crew aren’t hitting the road in any old party bus…they’ll be setting off in style, in a thirty-year-old fire engine that has special significance to the origins of the OG of activity bars. More on that backstory in a bit. But first, the all-important party details… The party’s rolling into Liverpool from 6 pm on 8th October, and everyone is invited! Just pop into Flight Club Liverpool at…
Planning a visit to the best city in the world? Or maybe you’re a local looking for something new to try? Either way, there are endless fun things to do in Liverpool. From family-friendly days out and gaming arcades to boozy crazy golf and axe throwing, the city is packed with unique ways to spend your time. Whether you’re exploring with friends, family, or your other half, you’ll find plenty of fun things to do…
Castle Street will be transformed next week as giant whimsical cherry blossom trees take root in the heart of Liverpool city centre, celebrating the arrival of one of the city’s most anticipated restaurant openings. The installation, appearing on Tuesday 7 October from 12–3pm, marks the countdown to the launch of The Ivy Asia Liverpool, a luxurious Asian-inspired dining destination opening this autumn inside the historic former Bank of England building. As part of the activation,…
Liverpool’s vibrant waterfront is set to become home to one of the UK’s most exciting padel destinations, with The Padel Club announcing plans for a landmark new venue at Brunswick Dock. The Liverpool Riverside development will feature up to ten courts, including five state-of-the-art indoor padel courts, three outdoor padel courts with canopy for year-round play, and two indoor pickleball courts. Set against the iconic River Mersey, the club will also boast an outdoor balcony…
Flight Club has raised the bar once again, unveiling a tempting menu refresh packed with indulgent sharers, bold flavours, and an all-new pizza-and-cocktail combo that’s set to be a crowd favourite. Guests can kick things off with vibrant new bar bites such as chorizo glazed in hot honey and giant prawn crackers paired with sweet chilli dip — the perfect match for a round of darts or a night out with friends. The small plates…
The Hightown Inn has partnered with Smithdown Social Arts Hub to transform the venue’s back room into The Hightown Gallery, a space dedicated to showcasing the work of local artists. The first exhibition, By the Water, opened on Thursday 25 September and features 15 artists who either live, work, or have strong connections to Hightown and the wider Sefton area. Curated by Smithdown Social Arts Hub, the exhibition reflects the organisation’s mission to support artists…
Having been shown previously in 2010 and 2011 at the Theatre Royal, one of Merseyside’s favourite theatres, Night Collar returns and sweeps you into the dark heart of Christmas Eve, where a solitary taxi serves as a portal to a city’s hidden rhythms. Over the course of this performance, playwrights Tony Furlong and Jimmy Power, under the direction of Regal Ents. Chantelle Joseph guide us through skimpily lit streets, brash encounters, and fleeting glimpses of…
Future Yard continues to cement its reputation as the place to catch boundary-pushing music, and this November it plays host to Sarathy Korwar as part of the city-wide INDIKA Festival. Curated by Milap, INDIKA is a celebration of contemporary and classical Indian arts, and Korwar’s appearance feels like a perfect fit. Born in the US, raised in India and now based in London, Korwar’s sound is impossible to pin down. Rooted in Indian classical rhythm…
This October, Valley Community Theatre presents a striking double bill of theatre that blends history, activism and raw contemporary storytelling. On Monday 6 October (Valley Theatre, Childwall Valley Road) and Tuesday 7 October (The Studio Beyond, Wood Street), audiences can experience The Ballad of Crooked Lane and Wake – two works that promise to challenge, move and inspire. At the heart of the evening is The Ballad of Crooked Lane, a new play that shines a light on one of…
Thirteen Years, One Tradition: Alan O’Hare on Keeping the String Show Special. For thirteen years, Alan O’Hare — the singer-songwriter behind Only Child — has captivated audiences with a unique annual show: a folk-rock performance transformed by the classical grace of a string quartet. This year, the gig returns to Prohibition Studios for the second time, a venue chosen for its remarkable intimacy. With only 45 seats, the space allows the audience to feel the music, making the concert…
Autumn is upon us and Halloween is just around the corner. Pretty soon it will be time to embrace the cosy vibes, dig out our jumpers and boots and take part in wholesome Autumnal activities like pumpkin picking! There are plenty of places across Liverpool’s surrounding areas where you can venture to pick out your favourite pumpkin to carve into your best spooky or fun design. We’ve rounded up a list of eight of the…
If you’re on the hunt for the Best Gaming Arcades in Liverpool, you’ll find the city is packed with incredible venues for both casual and competitive play. From retro classics and pinball machines to immersive VR, e-karting and even axe throwing, Liverpool’s arcades offer a mix of nostalgia and cutting-edge fun. Whether you’re reliving childhood memories, chasing high scores, or just after a lively night out with friends, these spots deliver on all fronts. So,…
A first of its kind event, specifically for teenage girls, will take place at BOXPARK Liverpool on Sunday 12 October from 11am-5pm. Created by Girls With Dreams Club, an inspirational organisation that provides workshops, events and coaching for teenage girls, and in partnership with Francesca Kearns, better known as Francesca Couture, Scouse Girl Social will be the ultimate celebration of amazing women in Liverpool, showcasing role models to create a ripple effect in helping young…