Things to do in Liverpool
Discover the best things to do in Liverpool with our handpicked guides to events, activities, and hidden gems across the city. Whether you’re a local looking for weekend plans or a visitor exploring Liverpool for the first time, you’ll find everything from live music and theatre to food festivals, art exhibitions, nightlife, and family-friendly attractions. Stay up to date with the latest happenings and uncover what makes Liverpool one of the UK’s most vibrant cultural destinations.
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Milap celebrate Diwali with a packed programme of Indian Arts this November
Milap – the UK’s leading Indian Arts and Culture company – is preparing to celebrate Diwali with a week-long programme of music and dance that can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home. Diwali is the Indian festival of lights, usually lasting five days and celebrated during the Hindu Lunisolar month Kartika. One of the most popular festivals of India, Diwali symbolizes the spiritual “victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and…
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Homotopia Festival 2020 Preview
Nobody knows how to adapt and survive to strange times like the queer community and Liverpool’s Homotopia Festival is back with a bang for 2020 and a dynamic line-up of physical events and online happenings. In a year where everything has changed, the UK’s longest running LGBTQIA arts and culture festival will reach out into new places and spaces, including a drag promenade down Liverpool’s Hope Street, a ‘Queer the City’ art crawl and a…
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Liverpool Halloween Events Guide
Halloween this year is looking a little bit different thanks to the global pandemic. But fear not, there’s still plenty of awesome events happening that you can get involved with and many that you won’t even have to leave the house for! Here’s our Liverpool Halloween Events Guide. ShOctober Fest – Virtual Horror Film Festival We’ve teamed up with Liverpool film and TV walking tours creators Reel Tours for a virtual Halloween film festival called…
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Liverpool Irish Festival 2020 Preview
Irish comedian and TV presenter Patrick Kielty has been announced as the headliner for the Liverpool Irish Festival this October, as the cultural showcase goes online for 2020. The 10-day festival celebrates the connections between Liverpool and Ireland and although this year’s event will be exclusively virtual, will still feature an exciting line-up of music, film, art and spoken word. Patrick Kielty headlines the programme on 17 October with a special event called ‘Hard Histories,…
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Black History Month Events in Liverpool
Black History Month is an excellent time to spotlight history that should already be part of the curriculum, highlight incredible individuals within the city’s rich black history and celebrate black culture. There is a host of events happening throughout October from organisations across Liverpool and we’ve handpicked some highlights from across the programme. Black History Month Events in Liverpool International Slavery Museum Liverpool is home to the International Slavery Museum giving the city the greatest…
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E-Scooters For Hire in Liverpool City Centre As Part of New Trial Scheme
There’s now a faster way to explore the city with E-Scooters for hire in Liverpool City Centre. The year-long pilot scheme, a joint initiative of Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and Liverpool City Council, will see Swedish-based e-scooter company Voi offer 50 carbon-neutral scooters to the city for public hire, with hopefully more to follow as the scheme progresses. The coral-coloured e-scooters are sure to stand out and will be available to hire from Tuesday…
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BlackFest: Liverpool’s Black Arts Festival 21 – 27 September
Liverpool’s Black Arts festival, BlackFest heads both online and to city venues this September for a week long programme of diverse and thought-provoking entertainment and events. After two highly successful programmes in 2018 and 2019, BlackFest returns for its third annual festival this autumn with an exciting line up of music, theatre, film, performance, poetry, spoken word and panel discussions; many of them free to stream online. The festival opens on Monday 21st September with Locks, an online discussion about prison systems and racial profiling, featuring…
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Tickle The Ivories Piano Festival Returns To Liverpool One
Tickle the Ivories Piano Festival, which Liverpool ONE has become famous for, has returned for the 10th year! It will be a scaled back, COVID-secure event but still promises to wow visitors and bring smiles to faces as music once again fills the shopping and leisure environment. Launching the event was youngster Harrison Crane. Harrison, from Ormskirk, wowed visitors when he appeared at Liverpool ONE last year with his outstanding skills performing classic 90s dance anthems.…
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Fabric District Outdoor Art Gallery Launches It’s First Exhibition
The Fabric District outdoor art gallery is another monumental step in revitalising the Islington area of the city. What is believed to be the UK’s first socially-distanced outdoor art gallery to open post-lockdown is launching its first exhibition in The Fabric District. Walk with Me, a new solo exhibition by international artist John Hyatt, is now on display in the area. The free exhibition, open 24 hours a day, features 10ft by 8ft street-based vinyl…
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Love Your Liverpool: 8 Ways To Be A Tourist In Your Own City
Visit Liverpool recently launched their Love Your Liverpool campaign, aimed at getting us locals to experience the city we know and love safely as we ease out of lockdown. It’s time to look at Liverpool like a tourist and really get to know the culture and history of the city. As many of us will have had our summer holidays cancelled, or maybe we just don’t feel like travelling abroad this year, it gives us…
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Liverpool’s Best Beer Gardens & Outdoor Spaces
When that elusive British sunshine puts its hat on and temperatures rise here in Liverpool, there’s only one thing we want to do – drink! So here’s Liverpool’s best beer gardens & outdoor spaces. Nothing beats spending a summer evening sipping on an ice-cold beer or fruity cocktail in a sun-drenched beer garden. But where are the best outdoor spots in the city? Here at Liverpool Noise, we’ve rounded up the finest drinking dens you…
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Liverpool Arab Arts Festival Goes Digital: 9-18 July
Liverpool Arab Arts Festival goes digital for the first time in its history next week. The UK’s longest running Arab arts festival opens a door into Arab arts and culture from 9 – 18 July, connecting artists and audiences from across the UK. This year’s festival will feature events from Ramallah, Beirut, London, Jerusalem, Morocco, Aleppo, Kuala Lumpur and more. Established in 1998, the festival usually takes place each year in arts and cultural venues…
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Creamfields Announces First Wave of Acts For 2021
Prestige festival Creamfields has announced the first wave of acts confirmed to perform at Creamfields 2021. This is good news for fans of the festival, after the COVID 19 crisis resulted in a global live event shutdown for 2020. This year’s festival would have featured renowned headline artists including The Chainsmokers, Armin van Buuren and Camelphat. The announcement was made via the Creamfields website, with renowned DJ’s such as Martin Garrix, Peggy Gou, Tiësto, deadmau5,…
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Strawberry Picking At Claremont Farm Is Back
The year has been anything but normal so far, so it’s nice to see that one of our favourite summer activities is back – Strawberry picking at Claremont Farm. You can now head over to the Bebington farm for their annual strawberry picking season, which is expected to last 3-4 weeks. This year they have considered some important measures due to the Coronavirus. Previously you would enter the farm shop and get a basket, head…
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Milap Bring The World of Indian Music and Dance To The Masses
Milap, the UK’s leading Indian Arts & Culture company, is bringing the world of Indian music and dance to the masses during lockdown with a host of online interactive activities. Following a weekend of back-to-back live performances, workshops and discussions online to celebrate International Dance Day in April, the Liverpool-based organisation continues to provide high quality content via its online channels, featuring everything from full-length concerts from their ‘Music for the Mind and Soul’ archives, to…
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Liverpool Virtual Museum Tours – Explore World Famous Art From The Comfort of Your Home
Here’s your guide to Liverpool Virtual Museum Tours that you can do from the comfort of your couch, the perfect activity to do during lockdown. National Museums Liverpool On the National Museums Liverpool website you can do virtual tours of the International Slavery Museum, Dinosaurs and the Natural World, World Cultures and more. Visit https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/virtual-tours#section–explore for information. Walker Art Gallery The Walker Art Gallery is available to do a virtual tour of on Google Arts…
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Liverpool Digital Music Festival Huge Lineup Revealed
Liverpool Digital Music Festival 22 – 25 May 2020 Liverpool Digital Music Festival has announced 100 local artists who will be playing the online event between 22 – 25 May. Jamie Webster, Natalie McCool, Spinn, All We Are, Mutant Vinyl and Charity Shop Pop are amongst those who will play as part of the event in support Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Trust and Save Our Venues from the Music Venue Trust. The all-digital online festival…
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Liverpool Drive In Cinema Arriving This Summer – Don’t Miss Out on Tickets
Liverpool Drive In Cinema will be arriving at the end of July. A Drive In Cinema is coming to Liverpool this summer which would give film lovers the chance to watch a classic film up on the big screen, from their car. The Isolation Cinema comes to Liverpool on Saturday 4 July and Sunday 5 July for its first social distancing interactive cinema showings and events. They have now released details of their screenings, details…
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Join LightNight At Home This Year
LightNight At Home 15 May 2020 LightNight At Home will take place next week in place of the usual annual cultural event which happens around the city. From 5pm on Friday 15 May LightNight invite you to follow #LightNightatHome and join in an online exploration of work by many of the artists and organisations who had so much planned for the festival this year. Fittingly the theme for the festival this year is Home, and it…
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7 Unique Places In Liverpool You Need To Discover
Looking for something a bit different? Here’s 7 unique places in Liverpool that you can visit. Metal Liverpool You can find Metal in a very unique location, between the platforms at Edge Hill train station. Metal is an artists hub with studios and event space which hosts workshops, talks, exhibitions and even film screenings. To find out more about Metal Liverpool visit http://www.metalculture.com/about-us/liverpool/ Farm Urban’s Underground Vertical Farm Visit Liverpool’s first vertical farm, in the…
Whether you're visiting for a weekend or you’ve lived here your whole life, there’s always something new to discover in Liverpool. Bursting with culture, creativity, and character, the city is packed with unforgettable experiences — from music heritage and world-class football to cutting-edge food, art, and nightlife.
Our “Things To Do in Liverpool” section is your ultimate guide to exploring the city, whatever your interests or budget. We’ve curated the best local activities, events, and hidden gems — from headline attractions to indie favourites that make Liverpool so unique.
Explore Liverpool’s Rich Culture & History
Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music with a global reputation for creativity — and it shows. Whether you’re tracing the steps of The Beatles, learning about the city’s maritime past, or diving into its rich art and museum scene, culture is everywhere.
Top cultural attractions include:
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The Beatles Story, Strawberry Field, and the Magical Mystery Tour
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Museum of Liverpool, World Museum, and International Slavery Museum
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Tate Liverpool and independent art spaces like Open Eye Gallery and FACT
Many of Liverpool’s museums and galleries are free to enter, making them great options for rainy days, family visits, or anyone on a budget.
Iconic Landmarks and Unique Neighbourhoods
Liverpool’s skyline is iconic — and so are its neighbourhoods. Wander the waterfront and take in the Royal Albert Dock, Liver Building, and Museum of Liverpool, then explore further afield for local character.
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Stroll through the Georgian Quarter with its leafy streets, theatres and cathedrals
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Discover the industrial-meets-creative vibes of the Baltic Triangle
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Explore Bold Street, one of the UK’s best indie food and shopping streets
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Visit the Knowledge Quarter and Hope Street for historic pubs and hidden gems
You can also head to Sefton Park or Otterspool Promenade for nature-filled escapes within the city.
Music, Nightlife & Live Events
This is a city that lives and breathes music. From world-famous venues to underground gigs, there’s always a live show to catch.
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The Cavern Club, Phase One, Jimmy’s, and Camp and Furnace all host regular gigs
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Liverpool Philharmonic Hall offers orchestral concerts, film scores, and live comedy
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Don’t miss LIMF, Sound City, and local grassroots festivals throughout the year
Liverpool also has a thriving bar and club scene — from rooftop cocktails and craft beer dens to late-night clubs, cabaret shows, and LGBTQ+ venues.
Football, Tours & Sporting Experiences
If you're into sport, few cities rival Liverpool for passion and pride. Take a tour of Anfield, Goodison Park or the Hill Dickinson Stadium, or plan a matchday experience to see the city come alive. You can also enjoy:
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Mersey River cruises
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Crazy golf, axe throwing, and escape rooms
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Local runs, cycle routes, and yoga in the park
For fans of walking tours, ghost tours, or food and drink trails, Liverpool has a huge variety of guided experiences that bring the city to life in new ways.
Food, Drink & Independent Shopping
Liverpool’s independent scene is thriving — especially when it comes to food, drink, and unique shopping. Discover:
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Baltic Market and Duke Street Market for casual eats
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Bold Street, Lark Lane, and Smithdown Road for indie cafés, vegan options, and world cuisine
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Vintage shops, record stores, artisanal makers, and independent galleries
There’s always a new place to eat, a local beer to try, or a weekend market to explore.
Seasonal Events & Hidden Gems
Liverpool loves a celebration — and with festivals, light trails, pop-up exhibitions, and waterfront events happening all year round, there’s always something to look forward to. Whether it’s:
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Christmas markets at the docks
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Summer outdoor cinema nights
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Halloween ghost hunts
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Liverpool Biennial or LightNight
We keep you up to date on what’s on and what’s worth checking out, so you never miss a moment.
Why Explore with Liverpool Noise?
We go beyond the obvious. Our "Things To Do in Liverpool" section brings together real recommendations, independent voices, and the latest updates from across the city. Whether you're a tourist planning your first visit or a local looking for new inspiration, we’re here to help you make the most of every day in Liverpool.
We regularly update this section with:
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What’s on this weekend in Liverpool
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New restaurant and bar openings
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Seasonal round-ups and curated guides
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Budget-friendly ideas and free things to do
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Tours, events, and family-friendly picks
Discover our latest features below and discover why Liverpool is one of the UK’s most exciting cities to explore — with something new around every corner.