16 things you can do this week in Liverpool (8th June – 14th June 2026)

With the World Cup officially kicking off this week, and big dates for rugby, cricket and tennis all coming up, it feels like we’re heading into a fantastic summer of sport.

But don’t worry if you’re not a fan, there’s plenty more going on. Here are 16 things to do in Liverpool this week…

Watch the World Cup at DeLuca’s

If you’re an England (or Scotland) supporter, your next five weeks are all sorted. Watching at home might be OK for some matches, but you can’t beat a crowd atmosphere and DeLuca’s in Concert Square is perfect for catching the action on the big screen with a few drinks. Book ahead, it’s going to be busy. 

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Nell Gwynn opens at Shakespeare North Playhouse

Everyone who did history at school knows orange seller Nell Gwynn for her relationship with King Charles II, but there’s so much more to this feisty funny heroine. This Oliver Award winning production puts her rebellious quick wit in the spotlight in an energetic celebration of women who won’t conform.

Find out more here.

Be wowed by The Old Dock Tour 

Go back in time to find an incredible insight into Liverpool’s maritime history, hidden beneath Liverpool ONE. The world’s first commercial enclosed wet dock, an engineering innovation, changed the city’s fortunes forever and The Old Dock Tour, run by National Museums Liverpool, reveals exactly how. 

Find out more here.

Myles Smith at Jacaranda Baltic

Brit Award-winning singer songwriter Myles Smith, who’s best known for singles Stargazing, Nice to Meet You and Stay (If You Wanna Dance), is about to release his new album and Liverpool fans can catch him doing a short stripped-back live performance + Q&A at Jacaranda Baltic this Friday at 5pm & 7pm. 

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Irish Breakfast at McCooley’s

The Irish really know how to cook a great breakfast so if you’re looking for a real treat, call in to one of the McCooley’s in the city centre and try one for yourself. Take a big appetite and order an Irish Fry that has specialities like Irish sausages, white pudding, and potato bread as well as the usual.

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Try a new cuisine at Jomsom Nepalese on Dovedale Road

If you fancy something a bit different to your regular meal out, get to Dovedale Road in south Liverpool where Jomsom Nepalese is serving some delicious authentic dishes including all kinds of different traditional momo dumplings as well as mains, sides, desserts and creamy mango lassi.

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Midweek dining at Herd, Smithdown Road

Sometimes it’s good to keep it local, especially midweek, so if you want a decent steak without the trip to town head to Herd on Smithdown. From the team behind Cowshed, every cut gets the star treatment, so you’ll find your favourite cooked just how it should be, and the burgers are top class too.

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Support the Lionesses at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Tuesday

It was a tough weekend for the Lionesses against Spain, but they’ll be hoping to come back with a win on Tuesday when they face Ukraine at Hill Dickinson Stadium in their latest Euro Qualifier. If you’re going, look out for Jill Scott who’s due to arrive off before kick-off on her Sport Relief challenge.

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UB40 at M&S Bank Arena

Brit reggae legends UB40 are at the Arena this Friday with the bonus of special guest support from Maxi Priest and Aswad. After a sold-out world tour last year, UB40 return with hits like Red Red Wine, Kingston Town and (I Can’t Help) Falling in Love, as well as new tracks from their latest album.

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Barry Manilow at M&S Bank Arena

Speaking of absolute icons at the Arena, here’s a massive one – Barry Manilow will be performing what’s billed as ‘The Last Last Liverpool Concert’ on Saturday and he’s promising it’ll be a 100% ball with all-time favourites like Copacabana, Mandy, Can’t Smile Without You, It’s a Miracle and Could It Be Magic.

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Make a night of it at Titanic Hotel Liverpool

If you’re planning a big night – especially if it’s to one of these two amazing gigs – why let it be over with the last encore? Save yourself the journey home afterwards by staying over at Titanic Hotel – it’s just a short hop cab ride from the Arena and you’ll get to end a memorable evening in style.

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Learn about our city at Wondrous Place inside the Museum of Liverpool 

Our city’s known for producing fantastic talent, and Wondrous Place at Museum of Liverpool celebrates that – and Liverpool’s own starring TV and film role – with displays including items from Jodie Comer, Mel C, Katarina Johnson-Thompson and Natasha Jonas. There’s even Cillian Murphy’s Peaky Blinders cap!

Find out more here.

Tuck into Lark Lane favourite Hafla Hafla

Don’t worry about choosing the wrong small plate at Hafla because every single one’s a winner – it’s always a popular pick on Lark Lane thanks to fabulous Middle Eastern inspired dishes, including loads of veggie options – trust us, you’ll never eat a plain carrot again after you’ve tried their Za’atar fire carrots! 

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See the animals at Tam O’Shanter Urban Farm in Birkenhead

If you’re looking for somewhere lovely to take the kids, definitely put Tam O’Shanter Urban Farm on your to-go list. You can see all the animals loving life in their natural homes, it’s open every day with free entry and free parking – plus there’s a farm café where you can get a drink and an ice cream.

Find out more here.

Watch Disclosure Day at FACT Liverpool

There’s been a buzz around this film because it’s the latest from Steven Spielberg. Disclosure Day is a sci-fi conspiracy thriller starring Emily Blunt, Colin Firth and Josh O’Connor about a meteorologist and whistleblower racing to reveal hidden evidence of extraterrestrial life. On at FACT from Wednesday.

Find out more here.

NEXT WEEK: Malory Towers at The Playhouse

Heads up so you can get your tickets booked, the stage version of the Enid Blyton classic Malory Towers is coming to the Playhouse for a week-long run from next Tuesday and if like millions of others you loved the books, you won’t want to miss it!

Find out more here.

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