Culture · 15 May 2023
Eurovision in Liverpool smashed visitor targets
As the final sequins are getting swept up from the Pier Head, Liverpool City Council has announced early indications that the Eurovision Song Contest has smashed visitor targets.
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Culture · 15 May 2023
BLOG: It was everyone’s Eurovision!
Whether you’re 0 or 100, there’s simply no way you could have avoided Eurovision, thanks to Culture Liverpool’s learning and participation programme. Alicia Smith, Arts and Participation Manager for Culture Liverpool explains...
Blog · 14 May 2023
BLOG | United by Music and United by Praise
Liverpool City Council Director of Communications, Camilla Mankabady, looks at the impact the city's widely acclaimed hosting of Eurovision will have in the months and years to come...
Culture · 14 May 2023
EUROVISION BLOG: ‘Liverpool take a bow’
Director of Culture Liverpool, Claire McColgan, reflects on the city's incredible Eurovision experience...
News · 8 May 2023
Update on The National Lottery’s Big Eurovision Welcome Event
On Sunday evening (6 May), Liverpool played host to an incredible live show which took over the area in and around St George’s Hall. It was a real celebration of the city, its musical heritage, Ukraine and Eurovision – featuring a comeback performance from Frankie Goes to Hollywood, as well as star turns from Conchita,
Eurovision · 8 May 2023
Musical stairs and showstopping projections take over Museum of Liverpool for Eurovision
The Museum of Liverpool has transformed its steps and terraces, along with its iconic façade, to transport passers-by into fantastical, undiscovered worlds and immerse themselves in the musical spirit of Eurovision. The magnificent south end of the museum, looking towards the city’s Royal Albert Dock and waterfront, has been brought to life through interactive piano
Civic · 6 May 2023
St George’s Hall could have looked very different without HM King Charles III.
St George’s Hall is one of the finest examples of architecture in the world, it’s the first impression for many tourists arriving in the City by train and it’s been a place of celebration and congregation for Liverpool and it’s residents for decades. Inside it offers a magical space to enjoy an evening, with its
News · 5 May 2023
St George’s Hall gets Royal seal of approval
St George’s Hall has placed the Royal Cypher of King Charles III on the famous Willis Organ in the Great Hall. The cypher is the Sovereign’s official monogram, consisting of the initials of the monarch’s name, Charles, and title, Rex – Latin for King, alongside a representation of the crown. The trustees of St George’s
News · 5 May 2023
Have a heart and dance to the Eurovision BEATie!
Dance your way to a healthier heart for Eurovision – that’s the message from health chiefs as Liverpool gears up for its biggest ever party. The council’s Public Health team is partnering with Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital and the Pumping Marvellous Foundation to encourage people enjoying EuroFestival and visiting the Eurovision Village to have
Eurovision · 5 May 2023
Special educational needs schools from Liverpool to perform at Eurovision village
A choir of Liverpool school children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) will enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience when they perform at the Eurovision Village next month. Pupils from Sandfield Park School in West Derby and Alt Bridge Secondary School in Huyton will take to the stage at the Pier Head on Thursday 11 May
News · 5 May 2023
Sonia is Spot On for Eurovision!
It’s the most hotly anticipated game of hide and seek around with the ultimate Eurovision prize… Details have been released about how people can be part of Spot Sonia – a real life game of Where’s Wally – but instead of hunting down a bespectacled, jumper-wearer, players are on the lookout for images of Liverpool
Eurovision · 5 May 2023
A trip down memory mane
Young people are being invited to learn hairdressing, make up, beauty and nail art skills as part of Culture Liverpool’s EuroStreet programme. Commissioned by Culture Liverpool as part of the host city’s EuroStreet programme, Brook Community Training will deliver twice-weekly sessions for young people aged 10-18 and young people with special educational needs, or disabilities
News · 4 May 2023
Eurovision Village – Everything You Need To Know About The Official Fan Zone
What is the Eurovision Village? The Village is – to put it mildly – the place to be if you want to start your Eurovision experience early. Across nine days, beginning on Friday 5 May, the Eurovision Village will play host to over 100 acts – from pop royalty to future starts, community groups to
Eurovision · 4 May 2023
Disco fever sweeps Liverpool ahead of Eurovision
Ukrainian and Liverpool singers, artists and cooks will come together in a series of Solidarity Disco Banquets in the run up to the Eurovision Song Contest. Commissioned by Liverpool City Council’s Culture Liverpool as part of the host city’s EuroStreet programme, the Solidarity Disco Banquets are a joyful celebration of unity devised by award-winning arts
News · 4 May 2023
Free Park-and-Ride service for Eurovision Welcome Concert
Music fans attending the The National Lottery’s Big Eurovision Welcome concert on Sunday, 7 May are being offered a free park-and-ride service.
Civic · 4 May 2023
Coronation celebrations in Liverpool
Liverpool is rolling out the red carpet for the Coronation of King Charles III this weekend.
Eurovision · 3 May 2023
Top tips for a healthy and happy Eurovision
With visitors from across the globe travelling to Liverpool for one of the most exciting musical events of the year - the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Liverpool City Council want to make sure people enjoy a happy and healthy Eurovision Song Contest 2023.
News · 3 May 2023
Discover Ukraine at Liverpool’s Eurovision Village
Ukrainian culture is to be celebrated at the heart of Liverpool’s Eurovision celebrations. Liverpool’s official Eurovision Village, at the world-famous Pier Head, will have a distinctive Ukrainian flavour – thanks to a dedicated area celebrating the country’s culture and people. ‘Discover Ukraine’ will be a unique, dedicated area located in front of the Port of
Eurovision · 3 May 2023
The National Lottery and Music Venue Trust Announce Line-up for a one-off free gig at the Eurovision Village
The National Lottery’s United by Music Tour will come to Eurovision Village in Liverpool on Wednesday 10 May Line up includes Lightning Seeds, Girls Don’t Sync, Miles Kane and Michael Aldag Following tickets for the United By Music Tour of Liverpool selling out in less than four minutes, The National Lottery and leading UK charity
News · 3 May 2023
Jake Shears, Fleur East and Jedward form part of mega Eurovision Village line-up
The main stage line-ups for the official Eurovision Village have been revealed and it’s going to be nine blockbuster days! Around 100 acts – from pop royalty to future stars, community groups to children’s favourites– will take the stage across nine days, alongside a stellar line up of DJs. From the 5 – 12 May,
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