Things to do in Liverpool

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    Africa Oye 2024 Festival Dates Announced - ZieZie at Oye 2023 - Photo Credit - Mark McNulty

    Africa Oyé 2024 Festival Dates Announced

    The country’s biggest celebration of African and Caribbean music and culture, Africa Oyé has announced its festival dates for this summer in Liverpool. Following record breaking attendances last year, Africa Oyé will take over Sefton Park once again for two packed days of live music, dance, workshops, DJ stages, food stalls, traders and more. The much-loved event will this year take place on 22 and 23 June 2024 with the festival running from 12:30pm to…

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    URUGO ©HellenSonga, 2023

    LOOK Climate Lab 2024 Programme Announced

    LOOK Climate Lab 2024, a biennial programme exploring how photography can be a relevant and powerful medium for talking about climate change, will take place from 18 January to 31 March. Once again Open Eye Gallery will transform the gallery into a lab: bringing together researchers and artists to test their ideas and encouraging their audiences to discuss systematic changes needed for dealing with the climate crisis. This year they’ll show projects working with the…

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    Events Announced For Lunar New Year 2024 In Liverpool - Photo Credit - Culture Liverpool

    Events Announced For Lunar New Year 2024 In Liverpool

    Plans are under way to stage Liverpool’s biggest-ever Lunar New Year celebrations, not only to welcome in the Year of the Dragon, but also to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the city’s twinning with Shanghai. Taking place from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 February, for the first time the FREE activities will not only take over the Chinatown area, but they will also bring a festival of colour and sound to the Bombed Out Church (St…

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    Blue Monday in Liverpool- What's Happening Across The City

    Blue Monday In Liverpool: What’s Happening Across The City

    Blue Monday, the third Monday of January, is infamous for its designation as the most depressing day of the year. But this year there’s plenty to look forward to, to chase the blues away. From offers like free coffee, train travel, yoga, crazy golf and much more, read on to find out how you can make it a very happy Monday. Liverpool BID Company Turns Liverpool Yellow To Beat Blue Monday Soundbath at Liverpool Parish…

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    Liverpool By The Water - A Guide To The Best Riverside Spots

    Liverpool By The Water: A Guide To The Best Riverside Spots

    Liverpool’s waterfront holds a special place in the heart of the city. As the birthplace of the Beatles and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this vibrant and historic area attracts locals and tourists alike.  The waterfront stretches along the River Mersey, offering stunning views and a wide range of activities and attractions. In this guide, I will take you on a journey through the best riverside spots that Liverpool has to offer. The History and…

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    Celebrate Christmas At The Baltic Market With Festive Food, Movie Nights & More

    Baltic Market has unveiled a bumper Christmas bonanza to celebrate the festive season. From Christmas markets to quiz nights, Christmas movie showings and New Year’s Eve celebrations, Liverpool’s first street food and drink market is playing host to a whole range of events that are suitable for the whole family. Throughout December, Baltic Market will be welcoming guests on Tuesdays as well as their usual Wednesday-Sunday opening days. Big Fat Xmas Quiz Baltic Market’s Big Fat…

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    Craig Charles

    Craig Charles Funk & Soul Boxing Day House Party Coming to CONTENT Liverpool

    CONTENT is hosting one of the UK’s legendary DJs, entertainers and all round party-starting icons – get ready for Craig Charles and his Funk & Soul Boxing Day House Party. This features an all-new DJ show for 2023 and invites fans to enter Craig’s living room as he delves into his extensive record collection bringing straight-up groove bangers, exclusive funk and soul cuts and much more. CONTENT on Boxing Day will be transported to a…

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    The Christmas Countdown Begins at MerseyMade

    MerseyMade Launches Festive Events Programme, a Special Christmas Menu and Extended Opening Hours

    MerseyMade is bringing a little extra sparkle to the festive season with a series of Christmas events. The charming shop, café and events space, which showcases the work of local artists and makers, is also introducing a special three course Christmas menu and extending its opening hours until 10.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays. As part of MerseyMade’s schedule of events, ‘Find It, Fix It, Flog It’ star, Gemma Longworth, will be sharing some of her top…

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    Liverpool: A Guide To Being A Tourist In Your Own City 1

    Liverpool: A Guide To Being A Tourist In Your Own City

    It’s time to explore your own city, here’s our guide to being a tourist in Liverpool. The Beatles’ Tours Ok, we know it’s obvious but of course we had to start here. The Beatles really helped put Liverpool on the map so here’s your chance to show your appreciation and embrace The Fab Four. The Magical Mystery Tour Bus We’ve all seen this colourful bus around Liverpool but how many of us have actually been…

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    Celebrate Christmas With These Unmissable Events At St George's Hall

    Liverpool Christmas Market 2023: All You Need To Know

    Find out all about the Liverpool Christmas Market, from opening times, food and drink stalls and the unmissable attractions. Liverpool Christmas Market 2023 Opening Times The enchanting aroma of gingerbread and mulled wine fills the air as the Liverpool Christmas Market transforms the Liverpool city centre into a winter wonderland. The Liverpool Christmas Market is open from 18 November to 24 December 2023, with extended opening hours from 11am to 10pm daily, except Christmas Eve…

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    Top 7 Reasons To Visit Liverpool In December

    Top 7 Reasons To Visit Liverpool In December

    Planning a weekend staycation before Christmas? If you’re travelling from anywhere else in the UK, Liverpool makes a fantastic choice. Arts, culture and sports merge effortlessly in the city, providing a seamless blend of entertainment for the everyone to enjoy. No matter your usual style, it’s always worth knowing about some of the most exciting reasons to visit Liverpool in December.  Why visit Liverpool in December? 1. The Christmas Markets With the picturesque and festive…

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    Join Croxteth Hall For An Unforgettable Christmas Experience This December

    Join Croxteth Hall For An Unforgettable Christmas Experience This December

    Families are being invited to immerse themselves in the ultimate magical Christmas wonderland in the heart of Liverpool. The magnificent and newly refurbished Croxteth Hall is being transformed into a festive theatrical venue of dreams – and a festive adventure like no other! The story of The Night Before Christmas will be told as visitors are taken on an unforgettable journey through four magical performance areas. You will get to join not only Santa Claus himself, but…

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    Megalopolis At Invisible Wind Factory for New Years Eve 2023

    Megalopolis Returns To Invisible Wind Factory for New Years Eve 2023

    Last year’s Megalopolis was a phenomenon, and this year, Invisible Wind Factory are taking it to even greater heights. Join them as they usher in 2024 with a bang, surrounded by the vibrant energy of fellow music enthusiasts. Just like last year, they’ve summoned the most extraordinary talents from across the spectrum of art, music and dance to curate an unforgettable night of celebration. It’s going to be bigger, better and full of surprises. Keep…

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    The Christmas Night Arkade Is The Perfect Opportunity To Buy Your Gifts This December

    The Christmas Night Arkade Is The Perfect Opportunity To Buy Your Gifts This December

    Explore a world of independent fashion, delectable treats, thirst-quenching drinks, exquisite jewellery and more at Invisible Wind Factory’s Christmas Night Arkade. It’s a perfect opportunity to get those last-minute Christmas gifts and stocking fillers.  There’ll be festive market stalls, DJs, independent brands, clothing, jewellery, food and drink, performers and live music. The best part is that entry is free and so are the vibes.  Invisible Wind Factory is an eclectic venue housed in a structure…

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    SEVENSTORE X adidas STUDIO HAGEL Design Workshop Liverpool Debut During Laces Out Trainer Event

    SEVENSTORE X adidas Originals Presents: STUDIO HAGEL Design Workshop Liverpool Debut During Laces Out! Trainer Event

    Laces Out! is back at the ACC Exhibition Centre on Saturday 25 November and the team have just revealed a brand-new addition to one of Europe’s biggest celebrations of trainer culture. The ‘More Heat for Your Feet’ workshop will be held at Laces Out!, championing the originality that has spurred adidas and their wearers since its founding, as participants get the chance to experiment on a new pair of adidas Originals under the guidance of…

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    Roxy Lanes Liverpool Is Officially Open Now on College Lane

    Roxy Lanes Liverpool Is Officially Open Now

    Located on School Lane, Roxy Lanes Liverpool, features a range of activities including American pool, shuffleboard, ice-free curling, tech darts, karaoke booths, beer pong, ten pin bowling and more.  The ‘Booze & Ball Games’ venue is the 18th site for Roxy Leisure, and their third in Liverpool. While the brand’s existing Hanover Street and Cavern Quarter sites are over 18s only, this venue is also family-friendly and is open to under 18s when accompanied by an adult…

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    Capture The Magic of Christmas At Royal Albert Dock - Light Installations - Photo Credit Pete Carr

    Capture The Magic of Christmas At Royal Albert Dock 

    This Christmas, get into the festive spirit with a trip to Royal Albert Dock Liverpool as it becomes illuminated with more than one million twinkling lights, shining a spotlight on festive menus, unique gifts and world-class attractions.  Filling evenings with light, the dock has received a makeover as its much-loved installations return. Capture the magic of Christmas with a multitude of selfie opportunities for the ultimate festive photo while embarking on a waterfront wander with…

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    PINS And The Roof Project Reveal Their Biggest Christmas Plans Ever

    PINS And The Roof Project Reveal Their Biggest Christmas Plans Ever

    Two worlds collide this festive season as Liverpool’s PINS and The Roof Project have launched their Christmas Vacation celebrations. The two Ropewalks venues have come together for the first time ever in a huge festive collaboration which runs from 16 November until 31 December.  PINS are going all out for a traditional American Christmas, the halls are decked, trees are trimmed and two floors of their Duke Street home have been transformed into a Winter…

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    Christmas Fun Takes Over Liverpool ONE - © Liverpool ONE

    Christmas Fun Takes Over Liverpool ONE

    From the moment Christmas launches on 17 November, Liverpool ONE will be glowing with its gorgeous Christmas decorations. Expect trees, reindeers, choirs, apres-ski style, and plenty of festive cheer. Visitors can admire the glowing Christmas lights while they shop at high street favourites, with plenty of options for dining at some of the best brands in the North West, visitors won’t leave hungry. And with Christmas lights making the perfect backdrop for memories, it’s impossible…

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    It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas At Metquarter

    It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas At Metquarter

    Whether you’re looking for the perfect unique Christmas gift, wanting to enjoy some festive food and drink, or to get involved in some winter-warmer activities, Metquarter is rolling out a festive extravaganza with something for everyone, throughout November and December. A staple within Liverpool’s retail history, a trip to Metquarter promises art, fashion, street food and entertainment, with a sprinkle of Christmas wrapped in every visit this winter period. For every item on the festive…