News · 19 May 2026
Taking over the city’s iconic waterfront - including the M&S Bank Arena and Exhibition Centre at the Liverpool Experience Campus, the neighbouring Salthouse and Albert Docks, and Pier Head - the week-long festival will transform the city into a vibrant hub of energy, creativity and elite performance, redefining how sport and culture can be experienced together.
News · 7 May 2026
Taking place between 3 September and 10 October 2026, including World Suicide Prevention Day (10 Sept) and World Mental Health Day (10 Oct), Close to Home brings together more than seven years’ work.
Culture · 17 April 2026
Situated on Liverpool’s world-famous waterfront, the campus has welcomed more than 10.5 million visitors since opening, helping to position the city as a leading UK destination for business tourism, culture and major events.
Climate Change · 17 April 2026
The role reflects the Council’s ongoing commitment to climate action through culture..
Libraries · 14 April 2026
On Thursday 30 April, An Evening with Audubon will give visitors the unique opportunity to discover the story behind Birds of America and learn more about its history, conservation, and its controversial creator.
Transport · 7 April 2026
Large numbers of people will be in the city region on Saturday 11 April
What's on · 30 March 2026
Families across Liverpool City Region are invited to attend Little Smiles For Everyone at Liverpool Central Library, a free, sensory-friendly fun day taking place during the Easter school holidays – offering the perfect opportunity for children to enjoy an activity that is both engaging and educational. Developed in collaboration with a range of local partners
A strong and fair economy for all · 24 March 2026
Module forms part of city's wider legacy programme from its role as the world’s first UN Accelerator City for Climate Action
Arts & Events · 9 March 2026
Delivered by Culture Liverpool and Sound City, the programme will run from Friday 1 to Sunday 31 May 2026 and will see live performances, cultural events, and community activity take place throughout the city region.
Healthier lives for children and adults · 12 February 2026
Photo credit: Dave Brownlee Photography
Culture · 6 February 2026
Usually protected beneath a wooden covering to preserve its intricate craftsmanship, the Minton floor is one of the finest examples of Victorian design in the world.
Arts & Events · 6 February 2026
‘YES WE ARE!’ sees 12 female songwriters, composers, musicians, and producers undertake guided collaborative song creation and recording sessions at Kempston Street Studios in Liverpool, alongside an all-female team.
Culture · 4 February 2026
The main Chinese New Year celebrations will be held on Sunday 22 February in and around Liverpool’s Chinatown - home to the oldest Chinese community in Europe - with Saturday 21 February also offering a smaller, quieter programme of events.
News · 3 February 2026
The festival will be delivered in collaboration with Liverpool City Council and will feature an exciting week-long lineup of four international sport competitions, ahead of the LA 2028 Paralympic Games. Integrated into the heart of the event will be a sport participation and cultural programme led by deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent artists - showcasing creativity, talent, and diverse perspectives through performances, exhibitions, and collaborative experiences.
What's on · 2 February 2026
Open from 6 February until 28 February 2026, Monday to Saturday, from 9:30am to 4:30pm, the exhibition invites visitors to explore a series of maquettes created during the development of a permanent marble statue of Mary Seacole, set to become the first statue of a black woman ever installed in the Great Hall of St George’s Hall.
Film and TV · 30 January 2026
A Town in Nova Scotia is the first feature film that the Fund - delivered by Liverpool Film Office and supported by Liverpool City Region Combined Authority - has supported.
Liverpool · 23 January 2026
Liverpool and the wider City Region enjoy a global reputation for delivering high-quality, high-profile cultural, sporting and business events such as Eurovision, the Open Championship and the Labour Party Conference.
Arts & Events · 15 January 2026
The full routes for both the men's and women's races were revealed as ten host towns and cities were illuminated simultaneously in a nationwide “Tour de Skies” moment, marking the next major milestone on the road to the 2027 Grand Départs – set to be the largest free sporting spectacle in British history.
What's on · 15 January 2026
‘The Librarians’ will feature as part of a wider event on 22 January, alongside a panel discussion and Q&A with key speakers from Liverpool Central Library, University of Liverpool, Liverpool John Moores University, and Liverpool Hope University.
Culture · 12 December 2025
Culture Makes Liverpool: Liverpool Cultural Strategy 2025-2030 sets out Liverpool City Council’s ambitions to drive further local investment and continue to champion the city as a national cultural leader – supporting exceptional creative work and reaching every community.
