17 things you can do this week in Liverpool (17 February – 23 February 2025)

It’s half term so if you’ve got kids you’ll be busy thinking how to entertain them for the next week. Whether it’s a trip out for the whole family, maybe with a few mates, or minus kids, there’s no shortage of great stuff on our doorstep so here are our suggestions for 16 things to do in Liverpool this week …

Enjoy the Lunch Specials at Hawksmoor including The Big Matt

If you fancy a lunch that feels like a proper dining experience, Hawksmoor fits that bill and it’s got some brilliant lunch specials on. There’s a steak, of course – rump with Café de Paris butter – or make sure you bring an appetite for the double-decker Big Matt burger with Big Matt sauce and fries.

More info here.

Let the kids experience the Liverpool ONE Nature Trail, and they eat free at TGI, The Real Greek, and Smoke and Dough this week

Here’s a double plan that’ll not only get kids outdoors and busy, you can grab a great deal on eating out too. Pick up a map from the Information Centre and they can become little nature adventurers, searching for signposts and taking on tasks before tucking into something tasty.

More info here.

The Peaceful Hour is on at Liverpool’s Royal Court

It was one of the best-loved shows on Radio City for years, playing tunes and sending late-night messages for listeners, now The Peaceful Hour is back on stage. Relive its heyday with Gerry Linford’s new play that’s full of heart and humour. At the Royal Court until March 8.

More info here.

Visit the famous Childe of Hale

If you’ve never been to Hale Village before, it’s lovely for a trip out and kids can learn all about one of our region’s most outstanding characters – the Childe of Hale. It’s such a pretty spot and you can’t miss a statue dedicated to Hale’s tallest resident, John Middleton, who according to history was 9ft3in!

https://visithalton.co.uk/halevillage

Tuck into Liverpool favourite, Maray on Bold Street

The hardest part about going to Maray is narrowing down your choices so they all fit on the table. The disco cauli and falafel are no-brainers but there are so many gorgeous small plates – especially loads of veggie ones – it’s hard to choose. Maybe go with a gang and get them all?

More info here.

Take a trip to Narnia at Liverpool Empire – The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe

For a magical family outing this half term, get the Empire on your must-go list because it has the classic CS Lewis tale of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe on until Saturday Feb 22. The story is timeless, and this whole production is really stunning so catch it if you can.

More info here.

Fiesta of Fire lights up the Albert Dock (Wednesday, Friday and Saturday)

Things are definitely hotting up at the Albert Dock this week with the return of Fiesta of Fire. Get down to the Martin Luther King Jr building by the main entrance to see spectacular free fire shows and performances, plus on Thursday there’s a fire walk over hot embers for those who dare!

More info here.

Get cultured at Williamson Art Gallery & Museum on the Wirral

All ages can be inspired by art with a trip to the beautiful Williamson Art Gallery & Museum in Birkenhead. It’s just launched its spring season of exhibitions which celebrate local heritage and contemporary art, putting the spotlight on some incredibly talented artists from our region. 

More info here.

Beauty and the Beast at St Helens Theatre Royal

You can’t beat a half term panto for a family day out and the Theatre Royal never fails to deliver on every element that goes into making the perfect one: great story, performances, songs, costumes and just loads of fun. Beauty and the Beast recreates the fairytale until Sunday.

More info here.

Book your 50-minute Mersey Ferry Explorer Cruise

Having the kids off school is an ideal opportunity to do things you maybe wouldn’t normally do and that includes sightseeing in our city. It’s easy to forget what a stunner Liverpool is but when you see it from the river, and hear fantastic facts on your journey, you see why visitors love us!

More info here.

Fireman Sam is coming to the Floral in New Brighton on Thursday

Here’s one for little ones, especially if they’re fans of Fireman Sam. Join Sam and his fireman pals in Pontypandy for Fireman Sam Live! – The Great Camping Adventure and find out what happens when Norman decides to try and impress his friends by exploring in the mountains.

More info here.

Experience a St. George’s Hall Clink & Court Tour

So many of Liverpool’s landmarks have a fascinating history and stories to tell, and St George’s Hall is right at the top of those. If you’ve never been inside before, now’s your chance to find out all about its past as a courtroom and discover eerie cells which still lie beneath the grand building. 

More info here.

A delicious Sunday Roast at Buyers Club

This is your official five-week warning … Buyers Club roasts are due to come to an end once spring fully kicks in so make the most of them now. Mains include porchetta and hake fillet, the best-selling cacio e pepe butter beans are a starter and Patty’s famous tiramisu is the star of the desserts.

More info here.

Breakfast at Three Piggies, Allerton Road

If you’re more of a big brekkie person than lunch (although why not be both?), head to Three Piggies on Allerton Road where they serve a belter breakfast from 10am every day. Go The Whole Hog – that’s a whopper full English – or there’s a choice of eggs and French toast, plus one for Little Piggies.

More info here.

Free crafty workshops for kids at Tate x RIBA

Tate isn’t back at its regular Albert Dock home yet but that doesn’t mean there isn’t still plenty to see and get involved with at its temporary Mann Island one. This half term kids can get creative with free family activities inspired by The Plant That Stowed Away. Every day, 10am to 4pm.

More info here.

Get the kids into books at Kingsley & Co in Bootle

Reading is one of the best hobbies for any age and if you want your kids to fall in love with books, there’s no better place than at Kingsley & Co in Bootle. It’s an amazing bookshop that’ll really get their imaginations going, and there are free activities all half term week. 

More info here.

Must-See Month launches with lots of events and deals

Want great offers and access to special events? Must-See Month, organised by Liverpool BID Company, gives you a chance to experience some of our top arts, culture and visitor attractions and the more you see, the better it gets because you’ll unlock exclusive perks. Until March 17.

More info here.

For more of what’s on in Liverpool check out our calendar HERE.