Celebrating an exciting calendar crossover for 2026, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool will host a packed programme of free events this February half-term, including vibrant Chinese New Year celebrations in collaboration with Culture Liverpool, and the return of Fiesta of Fire. The programme brings together large-scale installations, eye-catching live performances and hands-on family-friendly activities, offering visitors of all ages the chance to experience world-class cultural events in a unique dockside setting. From 14 February, visitors will…
As diners continue to seek experiences that feel special yet accessible, The Ivy Asia is reimagining what luxury dining looks like today. Recent research conducted by The Ivy Collection reflects a broader shift in attitudes, revealing that more than one in three Brits (36%) now define luxury by how something makes them feel, rather than how much it costs, while just 14% associate luxury primarily with exclusivity or high price points. Known for its dramatic…
Ahead of the much-anticipated official opening of their Liverpool Permit Room on Thursday 5 March, Dishoom have announced details of how guests can book into the soft launch and enjoy 50% off food. The soft launch will run from Saturday 28 February to Wednesday 4 March, with the final sitting at 2.00pm on 4 March. During this period, guests can book online to enjoy 50% off food across breakfast, lunch and dinner. Early diners will…
Dear Somebody, Entrepreneurship sails smoothly in ideal waters. So if you are business oriented, here is the perfect current for your empire. A new initiative from the University Of Liverpool is set to accelerate business innovation and growth across the Liverpool City Region (LCR) by connecting local Small Medium-sized Enterprises (SMES) with talented student interns. The initiative is targeted at SMES working within the six priority growth sectors identified in the Liverpool City Region Local…
Motel Sundown’s latest single Watch Which Way the Wind Blows arrives as a radiant prelude to their Signs In The Rush of Light EP, due this Spring — and it’s a beautifully assured statement from a band whose songwriting is something genuinely compelling. The track pairs an upbeat tempo with the trio’s flawless harmonies, making for a listening experience that feels both buoyant and emotionally resonant. Lyrically, the song explores themes of loss and resilience,…
Where paint deceives and asserts itself, Brendan Lyons makes the familiar feel unexpectedly alive… At first glance, Brendan Lyons’ work appears to flirt with the familiar. Tape, plastic, folds, fixings — the everyday language of the studio and the street. But linger for a moment longer and that certainty begins to slip. What looks like one thing quietly reveals itself as another. Paint becomes object, surface becomes substance, and perception is gently but persistently unsettled.…
Liverpool is set to be transformed into the jazz capital of the UK this February as Liverpool International Jazz Festival takes over the city once again. This festival, now in its 13th year, will be the biggest yet — with no less than 14 events showcasing both international and local talent in a week-long programme. The festival’s main events featuring international stars are taking place at The Capstone Theatre from Thursday 26 February until Sunday 1…
Past, politics, people — Unity carries them all into a future that’s safe and fiercely of it’s own making. There are buildings in Liverpool that don’t just hold memories, they argue back. Unity Theatre is one of them. Tucked just off Hope Street, it’s a space that has always felt slightly out of step with the city’s grander cultural institutions — and proudly so. Born out of the Merseyside Left Theatre in the 1930s, Unity’s roots…
Sophie Grace is an emerging artist on the North West music scene with her upcoming single i still need you. set to be released today (30 January). Based in Liverpool and currently studying at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts’ School of Music, Sophie Grace is at the centre of a city defined by its musical success, which is helping her find her own as a rising Indie Folk artist and producer. Originally from the…
A tender look at family, ageing, and the gentle freedom found in grandparenthood from one of Liverpool’s community storytellers… Tom McClennan is a Liverpool storyteller in every sense: a retired English teacher, a poet, a playwright, and a fixture in the local theatre scene. As chair of the Board of Trustees at Valley Community Theatre, his commitment to community art is as deep as his love of words. Valley Theatre itself is more than just a stage — it’s…
Sound City has revealed a major new wave of emerging talent for its 2026 edition, cementing its reputation as the UK’s leading inner-city new music discovery festival. Joining previously announced headliners Jalen Ngonda, Keo, Westside Cowboy and Brooke Combe, the latest announcement adds 21 rising artists to the bill, spotlighting the next generation of artists tipped for breakthrough success. Among the newly confirmed names are Arctic Monkeys collaborator Tom Rowley, Bristol’s upbeat pop outfit Adult…
The first Knock Twice Cabaret didn’t feel like a show – it felt like a secret. A prohibition-themed night of jazz, drag and comedy, the debut edition welcomed just fifty people into a hidden room with a clear stage, an electric atmosphere and a sense of shared discovery. It sold out fast. But for Franz Genau – the enigmatic Emcee and enfant terrible of Liverpool’s cabaret scene – the real magic wasn’t just the performance.…
Liverpool city centre is getting a new all-day dining destination this week as Botanico officially opens its doors on Friday 30 January at 8.30am on Duke Street. To mark the occasion, the first 100 customers through the doors will be treated to a free coffee and freshly baked croissant. There will be additional treats available for guests visiting throughout the day, opening this new restaurant with the warmth and true Italian hospitality that owners P&D…
Dear Somebody, Liverpool City Council has launched a new grassroots music venues support programme designed to strengthen and sustain the city’s small live music spaces — the vital places where new talent is discovered, developed and championed. The grants scheme marks the start of a year-long programme to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Liverpool’s status as a UNESCO City Of Music. Grassroots venues across the UK have faced significant pressures in recent years, including rising…
Growing up as an autistic person, I always felt different. It was like my brain functioned on a different frequency to everyone else’s. For as long as I can remember I had the most fantastical, weird and wonderful thoughts going through my head. Colours, sounds and textures felt deeply intense, and I would always be coming out with things that other people found super odd. Being autistic can feel like you’re on another planet. As…
The start of the 2025/26 season was historic for women’s football, as Goodison Park was dedicated to being the fulltime home for Everton women. However, since moving in September, it hasn’t been a pretty reality. The Blues are yet to pick up a point in the league since moving to Goodison and have only picked up 1 point against WSL2 side Nottingham Forest in the league cup. While it is unfair to define the season…
Since 2006, dot-art has been at the heart of the Liverpool City Region’s cultural landscape, championing local artists and making art accessible to all. To celebrate their 20th birthday in 2026, the social enterprise is planning a series of events and exhibitions, as well as reflecting on their impact over the past two decades. February will see the launch of two exhibitions. At the dot-art space at INNSiDE hotel on Old Hall Street, TWENTY will showcase large…
Kittel: Doktor Faustus of the Third Reich emerges from the pen of Charlotte Pickering — the alter ego of Liverpool writer and music tutor Catherine Harrison — whose earlier novel Messiah of the Slums marked her as a storyteller unafraid of moral complexity. This piece plunges audiences into the chilling true story of Gerhard Kittel: a brilliant theologian, a celebrated interpreter of Jewish scripture, and a man who willingly bartered his integrity to serve Hitler’s…
BOXPARK Liverpool is bringing the energy this February with the city’s biggest Super Bowl LX Live Screening Party, on Sunday 8 February from 7pm until 4am! The award-winning venue will transform into the ultimate American Football fan zone, combining live sporting action from the USA with an all-out BOXPARK party atmosphere. Guests can expect a full production viewing experience with huge screens, surround sound, and an unbeatable atmosphere from start to finish. The night will…
New Brighton’s The Dream Machine know their way around a great record – especially when it’s been unearthed from a charity shop crate. For this piece, frontman Zak McDonnell digs through his favourite second-hand vinyl finds, from doo-wop classics to sun-bleached soundtracks, sharing the stories, sounds and small obsessions that make each record special. Welcome to The Dream Machine’s Best Charity Shop Vinyl Finds – proof that some of the best musical treasures are hiding…