18 things you can do this week in Liverpool (July 13th – July 19th)

We’re absolutely loving life on the Mersey Riviera so if you’re looking to make the most of it, here are 18 things to do this week in Liverpool …

Minton Tiles unveiled at St George’s Hall 

The historic Minton Tiles at St George’s Hall are stunning and they’re back on display from Friday until September 2. The Victorian mosaic, the largest of its kind in the world with around 30,000 hand crafted tiles, will be unveiled for the first time since 2023, alongside an expanded programme of events. 

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Moulin Rouge the Musical continues at Liverpool Empire

This award-winning show is a proper musical spectacular so if you’re a fan of the Baz Luhrmann film or you just love being transported into a different world with a dazzling riot of colour, music and dance then this is one not to miss. It’s already getting amazing reviews and it’s on at the Empire until August 8.

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The Open at Royal Birkdale 

For golf fans this is a massive one and we’re lucky that it’s right here on our doorstep, bringing the best golfers in the world including Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood to the region. Practice days have already started, then the 154^th Open championship itself gets underway from Thursday until Sunday.

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Watch the World Cup semi-final at Aintree Racecourse

If you thought Saturday night’s game against Norway was a nail-biter, wait until Wednesday when we face one of the greatest players ever, Messi, and Argentina. Watch all the match action on the screen in Aintree’s famous Red Rum Garden with food, drinks and a brilliant atmosphere. Gates open 5.30pm. 

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Play golf at Hill Dickinson Stadium

Sport this week is all about footy and golf, and Everton’s Hill Dickinson Stadium is combining the two. From Thursday to Sunday Upper Deck Golf is taking over the Blues home so you can hit tee shots from the upper levels to custom greens on the pitch below. There’s a clubhouse festival with music, beers, food and golfing challenges too.

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Dave’s Hot Chicken, now open on Lord Street 

Celeb-backed chain Dave’s Hot Chicken has gone huge since it launched in Hollywood nine years ago, with almost 400 sites worldwide – now it’s finally made it to Lord Street in Liverpool city centre. Head there hungry and find out for yourself what’s special about Dave’s Nashville-style tenders and sliders.

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Beatles Tribute night at The Shankly Hotel

This weather’s perfect for outdoor music, and on Saturday there’ll be a Fab Four party happening up on the rooftop terrace at the Shankly Hotel. Grab a drink in the sunshine and enjoy an evening packed with Beatles hits and timeless anthems, performed live by a tribute band. Doors at 7pm, until 11.45pm.

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Outside eats at The Quarter off Hope Street

Bagging an outside table on the Toxteth Riviera feels like striking gold when the sun’s out, but it’s always worth the wait to get one at The Quarter. Hanging baskets are up, the awning’s out, so that’s your sign to tuck in to something gorgeous – we’re thinking Caesar salad and rosé but take your summer pick.

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We Are Wirral at Birkenhead Park

One of Wirral’s biggest ever family-friendly live music festivals is on this weekend with a top line-up of big names and emerging talent. The Coral return for a home headliner at We Are Wirral on Saturday, Tinie Tempah headlines Sunday, plus there’ll be activities, an entertainment village and street food.

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Steak night at Hawksmoor Liverpool

Steak lovers already have Hawksmoor on their favourites list and there’s even more reason to go now because there’s a summer set menu celebrating 20 years available afternoon and evening, Mon-Thurs, or daytimes at weekends. It means you can get 35-day dry-aged rump steak and chips for a bargain £18.

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All Day Scouse House at Camp & Furnace 

If it’s huge back-in-the-day anthems you’re after and you prefer your raves in the daytime now, get to Camp and Furnace this Saturday for All Day Scouse House with Forgotten Scouse House plus Phil Noone on from 3pm-8pm. Celebrate some incredible Liverpool club nights from the late 90s to the early 2000s.

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Mouthwatering cocktails at the Palm Court Bar, Municipal Hotel

The Palm Court Bar has to be one of the most elegant places for a drink anywhere in the city and it’s made even better by the gorgeous cocktails. You’ll find the perfect place to cool off under the palms with a signature cocktail dedicated to Liverpool, like the fruity Yellow Submarine, or one of the classics.

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Bowl on Smithdown serves up smoothies, acai bowls and more

When you fancy something nice and light on a hot day, bowls hit the spot and Bowl on Smithdown does delicious ones. All the ingredients are carefully sourced to be the best quality and you can build your own acai bowl with different fruits, spreads and garnish, or go for protein bowls with chicken or falafel. 

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Cool off with the iconic ice cream on Parkgate, Wirral

Some things are guaranteed to cool you down when it’s sunny and Parkgate ice cream is right up at the top of our list. Whether you like something fresh and fruity, or a bit more indulgent, you’ll find flavours like toffee, black cherry, coconut choc chip, Turkish Delight and mandarin, as well as regular favourites.

Some of the best butties in the city are at Big Sandwich Club

For fans of the Big Sandwich Club on Commerce Way, this is like waiting for Christmas because it’s closed until next week while the team gets busy in the kitchen on some amazing new combinations. Stay patient until then and you can be one of the first to get your hands on their fresh takeaway creations.

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The Bus Yard weekly quiz on Liverpool Waters

In between all the excitement around the footy screenings, don’t forget that there’s still a weekly pen and paper quiz on at Bus Yard on Liverpool Waters. Get down to Princes Dock with your team on Wednesdays straight after work to be in with a chance of going home with random stuff and cash prizes. 

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Kids day out at Croxteth Park Farm

Croxteth Park Farm in the grounds of Croxteth Hall makes a great day out with kids. You can see and feed all kinds of rare breed farm animals and there’s a programme of activities every day including pony grooming and small animal petting. This Sunday it’s young Highland cows, goat kids and spring lambs. 

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The Choir with No Name’s Big Gig at the Everyman

The fabulous Choir with No Name Liverpool will be back at the Everyman this Saturday night for its annual Big Gig with poet Joseph Roberts as special guest. The choir features people impacted by homelessness and exclusion and their live performances are always a really joyous feelgood experience.

Find out more here.

Find out what’s good up North on our new platform, The Northern Guide. 

From the best hotels, beauty spots, days out, food and more up North – visit thenorthernguide.com and follow The Northern Guide on Instagram HERE.