Africa Oyé have teamed up with the Liverpool Philharmonic to bring the acclaimed Afel Bocoum to the city in January 2026.
Preparations are in full swing for the region’s annual celebration of Latin American culture taking place this October. La Feria will take over multiple Merseyside venues from 1 – 5 October 2025 and organisers have promised that it will be ‘bigger, bolder, and more unforgettable than ever’. The theme for this year’s event is “Experience, Belong, Celebrate” with audiences invited to dive into a vibrant celebration of Latin American music, art and culture. The festival will…
For a town best known for its car plants and oil refineries, Ellesmere Port has assembled a far more romantic proposition in Oranj Son. Their new single Sliding Doors is a reflection on missed opportunities and what might have been, channelling the best of their Northern indie forebears. With the band having played shows around Merseyside for the past decade, you may well have already witnessed them at events like Sound City – or maybe…
Liverpool’s Motel Sundown return with their latest single Colours In The Rain and it’s a showcase of the band at their best. Known for their lush harmonies and timeless Americana sound, the group have crafted a track that blends heartfelt reflection with an irresistible upbeat tempo. Written in the shadow of grief but illuminated by hope, Colours In The Rain is an evocative meditation on staying true to yourself and finding light even in dark…
An unmissable Christmas tradition for tens of thousands of families, The Light Before Christmas makes its triumphant return to Liverpool Cathedral for its fourth spellbinding year. From 28 November to 6 December, witness the magic come to life through a brand-new theme and completely new series of projection artworks: The Gift – a celebration of warmth, wonder and the joy of togetherness. Following years of sold-out success, this beloved family tradition is set to shine brighter than…
For nearly a decade, The Florrie has been at the heart of the Dingle and wider Liverpool community, running free Community Hub activities that combat social isolation, boost wellbeing and bring people together. But now, with rising costs and increased demand, The Florrie faces its biggest challenge yet. The charity has launched a £25,000 fundraising appeal to secure the future of its 19 weekly classes, which cover everything from art and genealogy to Tai Chi,…
Liverpool ONE is gearing up for a frightfully fun celebration as its annual Halloween Street Party returns on Sunday 26 October, 11am – 5pm. Families can expect a packed day of entertainment, from spooky surprises to creative costume chaos. The highlight is the children’s Halloween competition, this year taking centre stage on Paradise Street. Young ghouls, ghosts and witches will showcase their imaginative outfits, with a £200 Liverpool ONE voucher for the winner and prizes…
Everton Football Club will dedicate its upcoming Premier League clash against West Ham United to the Bradley Lowery Foundation, reaffirming its long-standing support for the charity’s ‘Cancer Has No Colours’ campaign. The fixture, taking place at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Monday 29 September, will help shine a spotlight on Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, raising vital funds and awareness for research and support for families affected. Founded in 2017, the Bradley Lowery Foundation provides assistance to…
Work has officially begun on one of the UK’s most ambitious festive attractions, as Orrel Hill Woods in Hightown is transformed into Santa’s Secret Forest – a cutting-edge Christmas wonderland promising to redefine the magic of the season. Spanning 40 acres of woodland, the attraction will feature a spectacular light trail with more than two million multi-coloured lights, breathtaking special effects, and larger-than-life festive scenes designed to immerse families in the spirit of Christmas. Grand…
Liverpool activewear brand Lola Starr is bringing fitness, wellness, and community together this October with its highly anticipated Stronger Together event at BOXPARK Liverpool on Sunday 5 October 2025. The morning promises a unique blend of movement, mindset, and inspiration, featuring live fitness sessions, yoga, and energising DJ sets, alongside talks from a panel of exceptional guest speakers. World Marathon runner Nicola Carragher will headline the panel, sharing her extraordinary journey completing all seven World…
Liverpool’s newest live music hotspot, SoundYard, is set for an electrifying September with a double-header of sell-out acts in its 900-capacity indoor/outdoor venue in the Baltic Triangle. The festivities kick off on Saturday 20 September with Irish folk-rock favourites All Folk’d Up, returning after their sell-out show at Punch Tarmey’s in 2023. Hailing from Dublin’s iconic Temple Bar and with tours across Europe and the U.S., the band are renowned for their banjo-driven energy and…
Liverpool’s most outrageous festive nights out are back as Bongo’s Bingo returns to CONTENT with a run of Christmas Cracker shows and the Big Fat Bingo of the Year to close out 2025. Known for its unique blend of bingo, raves, dance-offs and chaotic prizes, Bongo’s Bingo is dialling up the nostalgia this Christmas. Expect throwback festive tunes, dodgy Santas, foil cracker hats, and the kind of kitsch Christmas vibes that feel like being back…
With less than 100 days until Christmas, Liverpool’s much-loved festive attraction, The North Pole Experience, is marking the countdown by inviting children’s charities from across the North West to enjoy a magical Christmas visit – completely free of charge. The initiative, held at Otterspool Adventure, will dedicate special days this December to local charities, giving children and their families the chance to immerse themselves in the seasonal spectacle. Already confirmed to take part are Zoe’s…
Flight Club is hitting the road for a nationwide birthday tour – and Liverpool is on the route. To mark its 10th anniversary, the home of Social Darts will be stopping off at Chavasse Park on Tuesday 8 October, handing out hundreds of prizes and goodies to locals throughout the day. The visit is part of the brand’s Flight Club 10: 10 Years of Joy Tour, which sees the team travel across the UK in…
This autumn, Liverpool’s stylish dining spot Mamasan will be transformed into the world’s most famous disco. Studio 54 at Mamasan launches Friday 26 September, running every Friday night until 14 November, offering an immersive blend of dining, theatre, dance, and disco. In collaboration with Après Music and Femme Fatale Entertainment—renowned for their dazzling productions across Dubai, Ibiza, and the UK—the event promises to reimagine the legendary New York nightclub experience. Guests can expect live DJs…
Liverpool is set to welcome The Ivy Asia this Autumn, with the luxurious Asian-inspired restaurant opening above the popular Ivy Liverpool Brasserie on Castle Street. Set in the former Bank of England building, steeped in history and character, The Ivy Asia Liverpool will be an incredibly exciting addition to the city’s varied culinary scene, combining opulent interiors with decadent dishes, showstopping cocktails and its signature ambiance. Together, these standout features will offer something completely different in Liverpool where…
This one goes out to all the students, as one lucky winner is about to be Bankrolled by Boojum! Boojum, the popular Mexican restaurant brand, is shaking things up by offering to bankroll one lucky student for an entire year. The prize? A guaranteed £500 every single month for 12 months (that’s £6,000 in total!) plus free Boojum for a year. The best part? The cash lands straight in the winner’s bank account to spend…
Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell tells its story without words. On a small Liverpool Playhouse stage, solitary characters leave cramped rooms and gather in a smoky 1930s Soho pub. Each dancer seeks connection, and the tight space makes every hope and heartbreak feel immediate. The performance unfolds a wordless dance drama set in the underpasses and back streets of 1930s London. Inspired by Patrick Hamilton’s interwar tales, it tracks a cast of solitary figures escaping…
Liverpool’s Capstone Theatre will be alive with music, words and community spirit this October as it plays host to two powerful cultural events that celebrate Black creativity and heritage. BlackFest will be taking over the Liverpool Hope University venue as part of their annual Liverpool grassroots celebration, first with an evening of spoken word and then a special Samuel Coleridge-Taylor Festival. The Spoken Word Poetry Night on Friday 3 October will see four artists explore themes of race, identity, culture, love and survival.…
Shakespeare North Playhouse has announced its winter and spring programme for 2025–26, offering a vibrant mix of theatre, music, film, and community events in Prescot. Tickets are now on sale, with priority booking for supporters from 10 September. Memberships start from just £5 a month, giving audiences first access to tickets while supporting the Playhouse’s year-round work. Theatre Highlights Kicking off the season is Jim Cartwright’s acclaimed play TWO, directed by Lisa Allen. Set in…