15 things you can do this week in Liverpool (1st June – 7th June 2026)

We’ve soaked up the half-term heatwave and come out the other side, now it’s time to see what June’s got lined up for us – check out these 15 things to do in Liverpool and around this week …

Exclusive Walk on the Pitch Tours this Wednesday at Anfield 

If you’re a massive Reds fan, this has got to be the ultimate – walking out onto the hallowed Anfield turf for the chance to net your own winner in front of the Kop. As part of LFC’s new Score on the Kop experience, that’s exactly what you can do, and you’ll also get the bonus of a full stadium tour and access to the LFC museum. It’s available on selected dates and numbers are limited so don’t miss out!

Find out more here.

Be wowed by the Water Lantern Festival in Birkenhead Park

This event looks absolutely beautiful – on Saturday from 7pm, Water Lantern Festival comes to Birkenhead Park. Visitors can decorate floating lanterns with personal messages of love, hope, remembrance, or goals and release them together onto the water at sunset to create a glowing display.

Find out more here.

Barnacle launches a new summer menu

Dishes at Barnacle are always something special and now’s a great time to enjoy them because there’s so much local seasonal produce around. The restaurant launches its summer menu this week, with highlights including wild Liverpool Bay sea bass, and herb-crusted rack of lamb, served Wed-Sat 12-9pm.

Find out more here.

Karate Kid the Musical at Liverpool Empire

It’s an 80s movie classic and now the story of Karate Kid is coming to the Empire stage as an energetic musical with great production and some brilliant choreography. Watch Daniel LaRusso’s coming of age journey, guided by Mr Miyagi, who teaches him the true wins of karate. From this Tuesday to Saturday.

Find out more here.

Music, food and drink at Oxton Bar & Kitchen 

Right in the heart of Oxton village, Oxton Bar & Kitchen is a family-run indie that brings together all the things you want – delicious homemade food, cocktails, local micro brewery cask ales, and craft beers & wines, plus you’ll get acoustic live music every Friday and Saturday night between 9pm and 11pm.

Find out more here.

Cured – getting great reviews at the Royal Court

If you want a proper laugh this week, head to the Royal Court for Cured. Laurence Clark’s Scouse comedy centres around wheelchair using lad Connor, who blags his way on to a coach trip to Lourdes on a mission – not a miracle cure, but to cop off with a girl he fancies behind the nun’s back! From Tues-Sat.

Find out more here.

The Bus Yard, Princes Dock – Wednesday Quiz Night

The Bus Yard in Crosby’s been pulling in teams of quizzers for its classic weekly quiz night for ages, now you can get your mates together and test yourselves at one in the new Princes Dock location too. Get yourself to Liverpool Waters on Wednesday nights after work and see if your brains can bag a prize.

Find out more here.

Explore the fascinating treasures at the National Museums Liverpool 40th exhibition

National Museums Liverpool marks its 40^th anniversary this year and to celebrate it’s created a fantastic exhibition featuring fascinating items from collections at its seven venues. They include artefacts that span centuries, from ancient Egypt to Liverpool superclub Cream, all on display at World Museum.

Find out more here.

Tuck into Southport Market 

If you’re out and about in Southport and fancy a bite to eat, you’ll find something everyone will like at Southport Market, from Indian or Greek street food to pasta and Neapolitan pizzas fresh out of the oven. Go this Saturday and you’ll get the extra bonus of Southport Artisan Market, on from 10am-4pm.

Find out more here.

Try your hand at Flight Club Darts on Chavasse Park

Looking for a fun get together that combines drinks with a bit of competition? Flight Club on Chavasse Park is the place because you can enjoy tasty cocktails and sharing plates – out on the suntrap new terrace if the weather’s nice – and try your hand at Social Darts with six different games to choose from.

Find out more here.

Tasty Italian at Carlisi on Allerton Road

Sometimes only delicious Italian food will satisfy and you don’t need to be in town to find it because Carlisi on Allerton Road has got the neighbourhood family-run Italian restaurant vibe just right. There’s always a friendly buzz and the menu, especially fresh pasta, is top class – shout out to the parmigiana!

Find out more here.

Watch the world go by at Petit Cafe on Lark Lane

There aren’t many spots better for people watching than Lark Lane, and an outdoor table at Petit Café feels like having a front row seat. It’s got a really excellent selection of wines as well as cocktails or you could just grab a pre-park coffee. And if you’re hungry they do nibbly bits and sourdough toasts too.

Find out more here.

Find a bargain at Greatie Market every Saturday 

We all love a bargain, and Greatie’s a Liverpool institution for a reason – it’s got loads whether you want steak or a new duvet cover! Even if you go not wanting anything in particular, you’re bound to leave with something – it’s on from 7am (if you’re super-keen) until 3pm on Saturdays, with over 140 stalls.

Find out more here.

Fields of Eire Irish Festival at the Olympia

This Friday and Saturday, Fields of Eire will be at the Olympia, after a move from its original Newsham Park location. It’s shaping up to be an amazing weekend of non-stop craic, culture, dancing and a huge line-up of live music with Nathan Carter headlining of Friday and The Whistlin’ Donkeys on Saturday.

Find out more here.

Visit ReNew homeware store, new to Metquarter

If you love the idea of sustainable interiors, giving a piece of furniture a second life rather than buying brand new, then ReNew in Metquarter could have what you’re looking for because it specialises in restoring and upcycling pieces. It’s got a great range of furniture, homeware and décor that’s all been lovingly revamped ready to find its next home.

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.