12 big things happening this August around Liverpool

From street parties to club nights, and a giant indoor arcade, there’s all sorts happening for you to get involved with.

There’s so much happening this August around Liverpool, ok so the weather isn’t what we had hoped for Summer, but that’s not gonna stop us from having a ball.

Check this out for inspiration on things to do this month!

Festival of Summer at Royal Albert Dock

Kicking off summer in style with a rainbow-coloured day of celebrations for this year’s LCR Pride, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool is continuing its programme of feel-good activities throughout August with its Festival of Summer.

Combining pantomime-inspired productions of Punch and Judy, short screenings in the world’s smallest movie theatre and a bank holiday lineup to remember, the waterfront has never looked so good. 

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Southport Flower Show

Southport Flower Show is the UK’s largest independent flower show attracting over 55,000 visitors across 4 days. Head on over for a great day out.

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BalticFest

BalticFest is a two-day free festival featuring DJs, live music, and art – it will be taking over the Baltic Triangle this weekend, 5 and 6 August 2023.

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Celebrating Castle Street 

Celebrating Castle Street will take place on Sunday 6 August. It will see roads closed as businesses spread into the public realm, alongside a programme of activity with businesses showcasing their talent and offer, including demonstrations of favourite dishes, competitions, workshops and family friendly activities. 

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Celebrating Bold Street

Celebrating city centre businesses, the events feature a jam-packed programme of street entertainment, music, workshops, chef’s demos and more, sharing the unique character of two of the city centre’s most striking streets. The event will take place Sunday 13 August.

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The Ultimate Dizney Party

Camp & Furnace are celebrating 100 years of Disney, with a huge night of non-stop music, movie & magic! Get ready to immerse yourself in the wonderful world of Disney, as you sing your heart out and dance the night away to the biggest hits from the past century!

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International Beatle Week

Cavern City Tours is proud to bring you our annual International Beatleweek Festival, which celebrates the music of the most famous pop group the world has ever known, The Beatles. In the city where it all began, Liverpool.

Find out more here.

Olly Murs at M & S Bank Arena

Olly Murs is back! Olly has announced a brand new UK tour coming to Liverpool in August 2023 with very special guests Scouting For Girls!

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Indoor Funfair at Exhibition Centre

Are you looking for some affordable family summer fun … secure your space at the amazing Liverpool Indoor Funfair this August at Exhibition Centre Liverpool. 

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Gravity MAX at Liverpool ONE

This adrenaline-pumping venue brings a dynamic and exhilarating mix of competitive socialising, immersive entertainment, live music, live sport screenings, and properly delicious food & drink, not to mention a stunning rooftop bar; the largest in Liverpool. Plus, there’s no admission fee, you simply pay for your activities or food and drink.

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Liverpool Biennial 

Liverpool Biennial has turned open spaces and venues across the city centre into a huge free-to-see art event, with amazing works everywhere from St Nick’s Gardens to Stanley Dock.

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Imagine Bamboo is Everywhere 

Giant animated artworks, made entirely of sustainable bamboo, are set to come to life in this year’s Liverpool City Region Cultural Events programme. ‘Imagine Bamboo is Everywhere’ will see communities from across the city region building six interlinked artworks.

For more info click here.

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