13 things you can do this week in Liverpool (1 September – 7 September)

Schools are back but we’re not ready to call an end to summer just yet – if you’re getting out this week, check out these 13 things to do in Liverpool …

World Boxing Championships at the M&S Bank Arena

If you’re a fight fan this is one you won’t want to miss – Liverpool loves being first and now we’re hosting the first ever World Boxing Championships at the Arena, starting this Thursday. There’ll be 10 weight classes for both men and women, which means 20 new world champions crowned after an incredible 10 days of top-class boxing.

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Tall Ship at Liverpool Cruise Port

Tall Ships always look magnificent when they’re on the Mersey and this one’s no exception – Peruvian Navy Training Ship B.A.P. Unión is one of the most impressive Tall Ships in the world and not only is it docked here at the Pier Head, you can go on board all day Monday & Tuesday, and Wednesday morning.

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Dragon boat race at Liverpool Waters

If you fancy some excitement on the water (watching, not actually taking part) then get down to Princes Dock on Thursday for the Liverpool Waters Dragon Boat Race 2025. Racing starts from 10.30am, it’s all raising money for Claire House Hospice, and Bus Yard will be there serving cocktails, beers and slushes.

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SpudBros opening at Queen Square

They’re up there with the world’s most famous jacket spuds, now brothers Jacob and Harley Nelson’s social media sensation SpudBros has landed in Liverpool, taking over the former Costa on Queen Square with its first city centre site. Spud Bros Express opens this Thursday with – 1p spuds from 3.30pm!

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Reminisce Festival – Retrospective Festival

The sold out Reminisce Festival is back this Saturday at Sherdley Park St Helens with another fabulous old skool line up, and this year for the first time there’s a Retrospective Festival on Friday 5pm-11pm. It’ll feature performances by Belinda Carlisle, Go West, Roachford, Tiffany, Katrina & The Waves and a DJ set from Martin Kemp plus loads more for a night of pure nostalgia.

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Drinks at Malmaison Terrace

The outdoor terrace at the Mal is one of Liverpool’s waterfront gems that feels like a real escape from the city centre even though it’s only a few minutes walk away. Grab a table for drinks overlooking Princes Dock with views of the Three Graces, and if you time it right – Monday to Thursday, from 3pm to 7pm – you can take advantage of Happy Hour specials.

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Food at Herd on Smithdown Road

Here’s a must-try for steak lovers – the team behind award-winning Cowshed on Seel Street has just opened up its sister restaurant on Smithdown, Herd. The finest cuts of steak are still the star of the show, but there’s also fresh-made double patty beef burgers, as well as chicken and veggie burgers.

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An escape room at Breakout Liverpool

If you’ve never been to an escape room before, give this one in the city centre a try because they’re great fun especially if you love to test yourself. Team up with a partner, mates or as a family and head to Breakout on Sir Thomas Street, then you’ll have 60 minutes to work out your escape from one of their themed rooms.

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Games and cocktails at Black Cat Club

For a night out that’s about more than just a few drinks, get to the gorgeous Black Cat Club on Exchange Flags which combines the competition of games like interactive darts and shuffleboard with sport on the big screen, top cocktails, wines and beers, and super-tasty smash burgers, small plates, pizzas and sharers.

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Last chance to catch Bees A Story of Survival at World Museum

This has been one of the most fascinating exhibitions to come to Liverpool’s World Museum and, after being extended, it’s coming to an end on September 28 so if you’re interested in nature and finding out what life is like for some of the most incredible creatures on earth, be quick – if you live in LCR there’s a residents’ discount on Sundays too.

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Spa experience at The Municipal

The Municipal’s Thermae Spa is a stunner with its wow factor 16-metre indoor swimming pool with city views as well as treatment rooms where you can be pampered. On dates in September and October, the spa has Time For Serenity & Sound Floating Sound Bath Experiences for pure relaxation and indulgence.

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Stadium Tour at LFC

The Reds are flying already this season, and this is a chance to get behind the scenes and see where the magic of Anfield happens. The Stadium Tour gives you access to the famous This Is Anfield sign, player’s tunnel, manager’s dugout and home dressing room, and then in the LFC Museum you’ll get up close to all the trophies.

Find out more here.

Try Dereks on Lark Lane

There’s no stopping one of the city’s most popular indie sandwich places Derek’s. Their New York-inspired hoagies crammed with some unbelievable flavour creations have found a new home on Lark Lane, the fourth site for the business that started in Crosby just a few years ago, and already it’s got fans queuing. 

Find out more here.

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

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