What’s on in January in Liverpool 2025

We’ve made it through New Year and the snow so now it’s back to school and work again which means it’s time to get planning things to look forward to.

31 days can feel like 131, especially when it’s freezing, but there’s loads of good stuff going on to help you avoid the January drag.

If you’re stuck for ideas, here are 17 things to do this January in Liverpool …

Tuck into tasty January dining deals

One of the big plusses of this month is lots of our restaurants have great discounts on so even if you’ve gone a bit heavy on spending over Christmas and New Year you can still enjoy a gorgeous meal out. Check out some of the fantastic deals on offer: 

More info here.

Bat Out of Hell at Liverpool Empire

Here’s a brilliant way to kick start 2025 if you’re a fan of musicals. Bat Out of Hell is on for a week at the Empire, from January 20, featuring the iconic music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf including hits I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That), Paradise By The Dashboard Light, and Dead Ringer For Love.

Find out more here.

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live at M&S Bank Arena

Fans of Hot Wheels can see Monster Trucks brought to life in a new all-action show at the Arena on the weekend of January 25 & 26. There’ll be favourites like Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, HW 5-Alarm, Bone Shaker, Bigfoot and Gunkster, the brand new Skelesaurus, plus a transforming robot and much more.

More info here.

Strictly Come Dancing Live tour at M&S Bank Arena

If you prefer your skills on the dancefloor rather than on four wheels you’re in for a treat on January 28 & 29 when the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour returns. Judges Craig, Anton, Motsi and Shirley will be there along with pros and stars of the last series including JB Gill, Sarah Hadland and Wynne Evans. 

More info here.

Live music at Jacaranda venues

The Jac is one of the best live music venues in the city, and this year Jacaranda Records marks its 10^th anniversary with its biggest ever line-up of events. Alongside great emerging talent and regular Rock n Roll Circus nights, catch Franz Ferdinand’s album launch show this Saturday, January 11, at The Dome at Grand Central.

More info here.

Camp and Furnace launch new music weekends

More good news for live music fans because new live music weekends are coming to Camp and Furnace. From this month, every Friday will relive of some of the biggest bands and artists covering all genres and decades. This Friday it’s The Classic Double Band with classics from David Bowie and Roxy Music.

More info here.

The city will celebrate Lunar New Year

Wednesday January 29 marks the beginning of the Lunar New Year 2025 Year of the Snake. Traditional celebrations, especially around Liverpool’s world famous Chinatown, go on well into February, and there will also be special events in other venues such as the Museum of Liverpool and Tung Auditorium. 

More info here.

Last chance to see the Everyman’s Rock n Roll panto

This year’s Everyman Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto Rapunzel has been a belter, leaving audiences and all ages laughing and singing along with its multi-talented cast. If you’re looking for a show for the whole family that’ll cheer up January, catch it soon because it’s only on until Saturday January 18.

More info here.

And St Helens’ Snow White

St Helens Theatre Royal has been getting rave reviews for its panto Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs. Richard Aucott returns as the dame, with Maureen Nolan is the Wicked Queen and the dwarfs are voiced by a cast of celebs including Johnny Vegas and Craig Phillips.On until Sunday January 12. 

More info here.

Enjoy the LFC Stadium Tour

The Reds are absolutely flying at the moment so if you’re a fan and want an extra feelgood start to the year, how about going on an LFC Stadium Tour? Not only will you get to see the dressing room, press room, the famous This is Anfield sign and all the silverware, it’s 2 For 1 on midweek tours in January.

More info here.

Be wowed for free at the Walker Gallery

For a fabulous day out with the family this month, get the Walker on your must-visit list. It’s a world class art gallery right on our doorstep, a perfect way to introduce kids to art and you can see exhibitions featuring everything from Renaissance paintings to Vivienne Westwood designs, all free!

More info here.

The Liverpool ONE Winter Sale continues

If you’ve got any cash left after Christmas and New Year and want a last spend, now’s the time to do it. Head to Liverpool ONE because the winter sale is still on and lots of stores have got even bigger reductions on clothes, toys, and foodie treats so you could get a major bargain. 

More info here.

Watch the footy at BOXPARK Liverpool 

Fancy watching the footy indoors with a drink, street food and a brilliant atmosphere? Head to BOXPARK in the Baltic because its showing the Liverpool v Forest match on Tuesday January 14, and Everton against Villa on Wednesday January 15, as well as European games towards the end of the month.

More info here.

Family Weekend at the Bluecoat 

Take the kids along to the Bluecoat on Saturday and Sunday January 18 & 19 and you’ll be able to get the new year off to a fun start because it’s hosting a free drop-in family weekend. Over both days, between 1pm and 4pm, there’ll be plenty to get involved in including games, storytelling and activities.

More info here.

The Nova Scotia Doggy Brunch

In case your four-legged best pals didn’t get quite enough treats over the holidays, give them an extra tasty one at Nova Scotia’s Doggy Brunch on Saturday January 11. Owners can tuck into a breakfast brioche and drink while their furry mates enjoy a puppacino and mini doggy brekkie. 8.30am-11am. 

More info here.

Live comedy, music and food at Blackstock Market

Blackstock Market on Blackstock Street was one of the biggest additions to Liverpool’s comedy and live music scene in 2025 and it’s back open Wednesday to Sunday with nine street food traders to satisfy all those post-Christmas cravings, live music and a huge line-up of stand-ups at Hot Water Comedy Club.

More info here.

Enter our January Jackpot to win big every day!

There’s no better way to brighten up January than by winning something amazing and we can help you do it thanks to our January Jackpot. Every day right through the month we’ll be giving away a different prize including gig tickets, meals out, Creamfields VIP camping tickets and even overnight stays. It’s free to enter, so what are you waiting for …..?

More info here.

For more events taking place this January in Liverpool click here.