Heritage · 11 June 2026
Liverpool’s historic Cunard Building will open its doors for a special heritage market and exclusive tours to mark the cruise line Queen Anne’s visit to the city this month. The Grade II* listed building’s historic arrivals hall will host a 50-stall market on Wednesday 17 June, which will run alongside existing popular tours exploring the
Family · 28 May 2026
Taking place between 11-19 September 2027 at the M&S Bank Arena along Liverpool’s waterfront, the event is set to showcase the world’s best athletes who redefine what it means to be powerful, skilled, and relentless whilst providing a platform to change societal narratives around disability.
Culture · 20 May 2026
The gymnastics 2030 Artistic World Championship will represent one of the biggest global sporting events to be staged in the UK that year, further strengthening the UK’s reputation as one of the leading nations in world gymnastics.
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 · 29 April 2026
Delivered by Culture Liverpool and Sound City, the inaugural Liverpool Music Month will run throughout May and will see live performances, cultural events, and community activity take place across the city region, before transitioning into Liverpool Summer of Music, which will run until September.
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.
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
Community · 24 March 2026
The city’s largest weekday market will resume on Wednesday 1 April with a special Easter event to celebrate the start of the new season, which will run until December.
Transport · 13 March 2026
Runners, spectators, residents, and visitors are encouraged to plan their travel arrangements in advance given the number of people expected to descend on the city centre.
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.
Libraries · 26 February 2026
From performance workshops and author appearances to storytelling sessions and crafts, a range of public events suitable for children up to 12-years-old will be held at various branch libraries across the city, alongside additional dedicated sessions for local primary school pupils.
Heritage · 13 February 2026
Following a popular, limited run in late 2025, the Grade II* listed building is set to reopen its doors for an extended series of heritage tours from Sunday 15 February.
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.
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.
