Liverpool continues to be one of the UK’s most vibrant cultural cities, and the rest of 2025 is packed with exciting events—from world-class music and art festivals to family-friendly fun and spectacular light shows. Whether you’re planning a weekend visit or you’re a local looking for something new, here’s your month-by-month guide to the biggest events happening in Liverpool.
🎶 May 2025
BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend
📅 23–25 May | 📍 Sefton Park
A major music festival featuring acts like Dua Lipa, Catfish and the Bottlemen, and Chase & Status.
Liverpool FC Victory Parade
📅 26 May | 📍 Liverpool City Centre
Celebrating Liverpool’s Premier League win with a victory parade through the city.
Cunard’s Queen Anne Returns
📅 26–27 May | 📍 Liverpool Waterfront
A spectacular welcome for Cunard’s newest luxury cruise liner.
🎤 June 2025
Bruce Springsteen Live at Anfield
📅 4 June | 📍 Anfield Stadium
The Boss is back for a legendary night of rock.
Billy Joel at Anfield
📅 21 June | 📍 Anfield Stadium
His only UK performance of the year.
Liverpool Biennial 2025 – “BEDROCK”
📅 7 June – 14 September | 📍 Various Locations
The UK’s largest contemporary visual art festival returns.
Africa Oye
📅 Mid-June (TBC) | 📍 Sefton Park
Free festival celebrating African music and culture.
🎭 July 2025
Hamilton – The Musical
📅 Until 7 July | 📍 Liverpool Empire
The multi-award-winning Broadway show continues its Liverpool run.
Saltlines – Gigspanner Big Band & Raynor Winn
📅 12 July | 📍 The Tung Auditorium
A moving fusion of storytelling and folk music.
Antwerp Philharmonic Orchestra: Beatles Tribute
📅 19 July | 📍 The Tung Auditorium
A symphonic celebration of Liverpool’s most iconic band.
🎉 August 2025
Knowsley Feelgood Festival
📅 2 August | 📍 Court Hey Park
A free event focused on health, happiness, and wellbeing.
International Beatleweek
📅 23–27 August | 📍 Multiple Venues
Celebrate The Beatles with tribute bands, talks, and memorabilia.
🍂 September 2025
Daniel Martinez Flamenco: Art of Andalucia
📅 6 September | 📍 The Tung Auditorium
An authentic evening of Spanish music and dance.
Liverpool Gaming Market
📅 14 September | 📍 Aintree Racecourse
The UK’s favourite retro gaming market.
🎃 October 2025
River of Light
📅 24 Oct – 2 Nov | 📍 Liverpool Waterfront
A free light trail across the city with immersive installations.
Can You Dance? Super Convention
📅 11–12 October | 📍 M&S Bank Arena
A celebration of dance with performances and workshops.
🍁 November 2025
Comic Con Liverpool
📅 Dates TBC | 📍 M&S Bank Arena
Cosplay, celebrity guests, gaming, and all things pop culture.
Levitation ’25
📅 1 November | 📍 The Capstone Theatre
A night of psychedelic and alternative music.
🎄 December 2025
ELF: The Musical
📅 6–7 December | 📍 M&S Bank Arena
The hit Christmas musical perfect for families.
Jimmy Carr Live
📅 11 December | 📍 M&S Bank Arena
A night of sharp wit and stand-up comedy.
The Bootleg Beatles
📅 7 December | 📍 Liverpool Philharmonic Hall
The world’s top Beatles tribute band returns.
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