Things to do in Liverpool

  • Things to do in Liverpool
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    Experience Christmas Magic At Liverpool’s Kings Dock With Christmas-Shire Adventure

    A unique and interactive festive adventure is set to light up Liverpool’s Kings Dock this Christmas season, offering families an extraordinary journey through the enchanted world of Christmas-Shire. Running from Saturday 16 November to Sunday 22 December 2024, this one-of-a-kind event promises a theatrical experience filled with fun, festive magic, and heartwarming encounters. In the heart of Christmas-Shire, Nutmeg the elf has been in charge of looking after the Christmas magic. Unfortunately, it seems Nutmeg…

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    ‘Island of Foam’ Immersive Experience To Take Over Liverpool ONE

    An explosion of rainbow-coloured foam is set to take over Liverpool ONE this August. ‘Island of Foam’, a dynamic and temporary art installation by German artist Stephanie Lüning, will transform the Sugar House Steps near Liverpool ONE’s John Lewis on Saturday 31 August, from 2pm onwards. Commissioned by Culture Liverpool in partnership with Global Streets, this immersive spectacle will see vibrantly coloured foam grow, flow, and ultimately engulf the steps, completely altering the familiar space.…

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    The Reader To Host Series of Shared Reading Events - Author Sarah Hall

    The Reader To Host Series of Shared Reading Events To Celebrate Wirral Borough of Culture 2024

    Award-winning Cumbrian-born author Sarah Hall and inspirational Pakistani-born British poet Imtiaz Dharker are the first special guests announced for a trilogy of Shared Reading events from The Reader, celebrating Wirral Borough of Culture 2024. National charity The Reader is hosting a trilogy of Shared Reading events with special guest writers to celebrate Wirral Borough of Culture 2024. Sarah Hall is the first author to join the organisation for an afternoon of Shared Reading at Birkenhead…

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    Festival of Summer Comes To Royal Albert Dock - Disco Turtle

    Festival of Summer Comes To Royal Albert Dock With Music, Food & Drink Festivals Taking Place

    Having kicked off summer in style with a weekend of jam-packed colourful Pride celebrations, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool is continuing its programme of feel-good activities throughout August with its ‘Festival of Summer’. Offering a brand new music, food and drink festival, family-friendly activities and the perfect summer selfie spots, it’s all here on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront.  At the centre of the festivities is Soundbites, the dock’s new festival showcasing some of Liverpool’s finest musical talents…

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    HotShots Liverpool Now Open

    HotShots Darts Now Open At Cains Brewery Building – First Look Inside The Venue

    HotShots, Liverpool’s Drink, Dine and Darts experience at Cains Brewery Building, opened on Friday night (2 August) to rave reviews from their first competitive customers with guests hailing the new venue as ‘absolutely brilliant’ and ‘the most fun night out in a long time’. With experiential leisure growing in popularity HotShots has brought the magic of darts into the 21st century with 9 lanes of the highest quality Augmented Reality darting equipment, 4 interactive darts lanes, shuffleboard and…

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    Full Programme Revealed For Celebrating Castle Street and Bold Street Events

    Celebrating Castle Street will be held this weekend, on Sunday 4 August, with a full programme of music, food and drink entertainment to showcase the historic street’s culture. Celebrating Bold Street will be held the following Sunday 11 August. The full programme for both events can now be revealed. Liverpool’s ‘Celebrating Bold Street’ and ‘Celebrating Castle Street’ events run from 11am – 5pm, with both roads closed. Each street will have a dedicated programme of…

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    Golf Fang Liverpool

    Chill The Fang Out This Summer At Golf Fang Liverpool

    Seriously twisted crazy golf course, cocktail bar & graffiti house, Golf Fang Liverpool, has announced the launch of a brand new mix-it-yourself drinks menu and iconic Summer Jam offer this season – perfect for keeping golf fans in the city swinging and sipping all season long.  DIRTY SODAS @ GOLF FANG Inspired by the boom of popularity in the USA, Golf Fang Liverpool has announced the launch of a Dirty Soda station at the bar,…

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    Splash Tours Liverpool - Amphibious Vehicle in the water at Royal Albert Dock

    Splash Tours Liverpool Arrives At Royal Albert Dock In Time For Summer

    Liverpool’s newest and most exciting visitor attraction, Splash Tours Liverpool has arrived and will launch next week as one of the best things to do in Liverpool this summer holiday. The eye-catching pink and blue amphibious vehicle will welcome its passengers on board at the Royal Albert Dock and delight them with a 60-minute land and water tour across Liverpool’s city centre, taking in the must-see landmarks. Splash Tours Liverpool will launch to the public…

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    HotShots Darts Liverpool's Cains Brewery Village

    HotShots: Drink, Dine And Darts Venue To Open In Cains Brewery Building

    HotShots – Liverpool’s Drink, Dine and Darts experience is opening in Cains Brewery Building on Thursday 1 August. This unique experiential leisure venue is bringing the magic of darts into the 21st century with 9 lanes of the highest quality Augmented Reality darting equipment, 4 interactive darts lanes, shuffleboard and 3 super stylish bars serving a range of small plates, burgers and pizzas along with a selection of classic and bespoke themed cocktails. The venue will open from…

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    Commune Bar Liverpool Fabric District

    Commune: The Bar Where Live Music, Art and Community Come Together

    There’s a new bar in Liverpool’s Fabric District, lovingly brought to life in the former home of Melodic Distraction. But, Commune is more than just a bar—it’s a space that breathes life into the local arts and music scene, fostering a sense of community and togetherness. Born out of a spontaneous opportunity and a shared passion for live music, the arts, and community engagement, Commune stands as a testament to the power of creativity and…

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    Autumn Programme 2024 - The Reader's home The Mansion House, Calderstones Park, Liverpool

    The Reader Unveils Thrilling Autumn 2024 Events Programme 

    This Autumn, everyone is welcome to join The Reader for an abundance of inspiring cultural – and horticultural – events, as well as more family-friendly fun than you can throw a pumpkin at. The Reader showcases an array of events from new gardening masterclasses, and Twilight Heritage Tour to compelling author talks, a free four-week deep dive intothe classic novel Frankenstein, wellbeing workshops, andfun-filled family-friendly Halloween activities with books at their heart, plus much more. …

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    Free Family Festival, Last Days of Summer, Coming To Liverpool Waterfront

    Free Family Festival, Last Days of Summer, Coming To Liverpool Waterfront

    As summer 2024 comes to a close, a new free family festival on Liverpool’s famous waterfront will bring the city together to celebrate. The Last Days of Summer will be held on Saturday 31 August and is organised by Liverpool BID Company, Culture Liverpool, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool and Peel.  Watersport sessions, Swan pedalos, Silent adventure tours, street performances, music and more will fill Liverpool’s waterfront as the programme for The Last Days of Summer…

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    Roxy Lanes Offer £5 Bowling For Kids During Summer Holidays

    Competitive gaming venue Roxy Lanes, located on the School Lane, will be offering £5 ten-pin or duck pin bowling for kids during the summer holidays. The offer will be available from 1st July to 15th September on bookings made before 5pm when joined with an adult.  Kids will also be able to enjoy dishes from their new ‘Mini Ballers’ menu, where they can choose a main, side dish and free soft drink for £7.95.  Mains range from Jumbo Pizza Slice (Vegan cheese and GF…

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    Special Pride Events To Be Hosted At The Royal Liver Building This Month - The Queen of Heartbreak

    Special Pride Events To Be Hosted At The Royal Liver Building This Month

    The Royal Liver Building is the most famous building in Liverpool and the team there are keen to use its iconic status as a platform to show solidarity with the City’s LGBTQIA+ community. Frequently lighting up its majestic towers to support inclusive days, the building has also hosted a number of events to help raise awareness for all kinds of positive causes.  Since April the riverside reception of RLB has housed an arts installation called…

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    ArCains 18+ Adults Only Gaming Arcade Opens

    ArCains 18+ has opened in Cains Brewery Village in the heart of the trendy Baltic Triangle. The brand new over 18’s only venue is the 4th level addition to the very popular ArCains gaming complex located on Grafton Street. ArCains, is one of Europe’s biggest gaming experiences with hundreds of retro and modern games spread over multiple floors. Pay to enter and stay as long as you like, with all games set to free play!  ArCains has three…

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    There’s So Much To Do At Liverpool ONE This Summer

    Summer is finally here and Liverpool ONE has an exciting line-up of activities to enjoy. Whether you’re a regular visitor or it’s your first time in the city, Liverpool ONE is the ideal family destination for an unforgettable summer filled with fun, entertainment, and lasting memories. From thrilling sporting events to delightful dining experiences, and plenty of entertainment options, Liverpool ONE offers a summer packed with events for you and your loved ones. The sound…

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    St George’s Hall To Celebrate 170th Anniversary With Series of Special Events

    Celebrating its momentous 170th anniversary, St George’s Hall will host a summer-long series of events to welcome audiences in to the grandeur of this iconic venue. ‘SGH170’ brings together the old and new, blending the rich heritage of St George’s Hall with an exciting programme of music, comedy and more this Summer. From new commissions to familiar faces in new unmissable spaces… right here in the city’s front room. Join St George’s Hall in celebrating…

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    Aperidisco Coming to Royal Albert Dock Liverpool

    Aperol Spritz® Aperidisco Is Coming To The Royal Albert Dock

    Aperol – the iconic Italian Aperitivo – is bringing the much-loved Aperol Spritz® Aperidisco to Liverpool for the first time after its huge success for two consecutive years at London’s Battersea Power Station. For 12 days starting Wednesday 3 July until Sunday 14 July the Aperol Spritz® Aperidisco will be popping up for the ultimate free disco at the iconic Royal Albert Docks. Aperidisco will showcase a variety of DJ sets, free glitter face-art, as…

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    Exploring Liverpool's Vibrant Nightlife - A Must-Do for Every Visitor

    Exploring Liverpool’s Vibrant Nightlife: A Must-Do for Every Visitor

    Liverpool is renowned for its cultural history and vibrant music scene, and the city offers an eclectic nightlife that caters to everyone. From historic pubs and trendy bars to bustling clubs and entertainment venues, there’s no shortage of things to do for those seeking an exciting night out. Whether you’re a local looking for a new hangout or a visitor eager to experience the city’s nightlife, Liverpool has something for everyone. Historic Pubs & Iconic…

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    Liverpool ONE To Host Fourth Annual ChessFest 

    Liverpool ONE is set to transform Chavasse Park into a giant chess festival this summer as ChessFest makes a return for a fourth year.  The event, which takes place on Sunday 21 July, is being brought to Liverpool ONE by Chess in Schools and Communities (CSC), a charity that uses chess to enhance children’s educational and social development.   Held on the five-acre park, ChessFest promises a day full of free chess activities for everyone from…