17 things you can do this week in Liverpool (19 May – 25 May 2025)

The sun seems to have taken a bit of a break, but there’s still loads going on in Liverpool to brighten up your week – not least another brilliant Bank Holiday weekend.

Here’s 17 things you can do…

The Red Weekender, Exhibition Centre, 23-25 May

For the first time ever, three of the city’s most influential fan-led voices – BOSS, Redmen TV, and The Anfield Wrap – will come together under one roof to exclusively present their End of Season live shows.

Taking place across the final Premier League weekend of the season (Liverpool v Crystal Palace), The Red Weekender will feature a packed schedule of live shows, music performances, family events, and appearances from some of the biggest names in football and Liverpool culture. 

BBC Radio One Big Weekend

This is going to be a massive event in the city as some of the biggest names in music arrive in Liverpool for BBC Radio One’s Big Weekend. Sam Fender, Tom Grennan, Mumford & Sons, Jade, Jorja Smith and The Wombats are all part of the incredible line-up in Sefton Park from Friday to Sunday, May 23-25. It’s going to be amazing!

Find out more here.

Sephora launches with a huge party at Liverpool ONE

What a way to launch a store! Liverpool’s favourite drag queen and singer Danny Beard is hosting as iconic beauty brand Sephora finally opens its doors in Liverpool ONE this Thursday. Prepare to party with live entertain throughout the day and exclusive goodies and giveaways.

Find out more here.

Cunard’s Queen Anne returns 

The big ships always catch a crowd, and they don’t come much bigger or more majestic than Cunard’s newest vessel, Queen Anne. She’s heading back to the Mersey for the first time since her official naming ceremony last year on Bank Holiday Monday.

Find out more here.

Salt & Tar Fringe 

It’s all going on at Salt & Tar’s Fringe Festival, from live comedy to family raves and wellness workshops to beer school, cracking comedy and loads more. It’s free entry into the festival village at the canalside venue in Bootle from Friday to Monday, May 23-26, and every one of the four days is jam-packed with events and activities, ‘good food, good drinks and good vibes’.

Find out more here.

LFC Victory Parade

After a weekend where the city turned blue as Everton said a historic goodbye to Goodison Park, the air is set to go red, as Liverpool celebrate their 20th Premier League win on Bank Holiday Monday. The victory parade will see the Reds tour the city in an open top bus, starting off at Allerton Maze and ending at Blundell Street in the city centre, with cheers from hundreds of thousands of fans along the way.

Find out more here.

Picture You Dead – Floral Pavilion

If you’re a thriller fan, you’ll love this stage version of Peter James’ classic novel as the world premiere tour arrives in New Brighton. Strictly star Ore Oduba makes his debut performance at the Floral on Tuesday, joining Emmerdale’s Fiona Wade and Casualty’s George Rainsford as James’ famous DSI Grace investigates a cold case involving a potentially priceless masterpiece discovered at a car boot sale. It’s on until Saturday, May 24.

Find out more here.

Pint of Science Festival at Frederiks

Frederiks is just one of the city pubs and bars serving up science along with your favourite tipple from today until Wednesday. Pint of Science is an annual worldwide science festival which brings researchers to your local pub or cafe to share their discoveries with you – at Frederiks topics are Black Holes, Solar Sparks and Fuelling the Future; Science, Culture & Society, and Talk Nerdy to Me (AI Edition).

Find out more here.

Kylie is playing the M&S Bank Arena

You WILL Be So Lucky if you catch Aussie queen of pop Kylie Minogue at the M&S Bank Arena as her Tension Tour stops in the city on Thursday. She’s such a showgirl so you can expect fab costumes and great routines as well as hits from throughout her stellar career – from Spinning Around and Better the Devil You Know, to Padam Padam and Confide in Me.

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Space play Future Yard in Birkenhead

After sell-out shows there a couple of years ago, indie band Space are at Future Yard this Friday as part of their extended Blood And Bubblegum Tour, and supporting their brand new album of the same name. A must for the Female of the Species (and more!) surely?

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The Choir with No Name at the Everyman 

Folk singer and songwriter Zoe West will join The Choir with No Name at the Everyman this Friday, with a mix of rock and pop classics that everyone loves and the chance to raise money to support the life-changing work this full-of-heart and hope choir does.

Find out more here.

Summer menu at San Carlo 

Summer’s arrived at the Castle Street favourite, and with it some fabulous fresh flavours and exciting new dishes from seasonal antipasti offerings including a squid, prawn, scallops and scampi salad, and main dish highlights like Tagliolini Crab (tagliolini pasta with crab, tomato, saffron & a touch of cream) and Orzo Risotto Zucca & Salsiccia (orzo risotto with pumpkin cream, fresh sausage & pecorino, finished with truffle oil). Doesn’t it all just bring back that Italian holiday vibe?

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Holiday shopping at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

It doesn’t matter where you’re going or what you’ve got planned for your summer jollies, you can guarantee the Ellesmere Port designer outlet village – which celebrates its 30^th anniversary this year – will have every fashion and accessory item you’ll need – or want! Whether you’re a festival fiend, a city breaker or you’re heading for the pool this summer, it’s your passport to on-trend style with up to 60% off your favourite luxury brands.

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Drinks on the Malmaison Terrace

With stunning views of the waterfront and Liverpool’s most iconic landmarks, there aren’t many better places to relax in the city than Malmaison’s gorgeous outdoor terrace. Perfect for drinks or dining – and an all-day sun trap – you can have a girlie get together with a glass of fizz or watch the Mersey sunset with the one you love. 

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The Pen Factory courtyard on a sunny day!

With gorgeous greenery and twinkling lights, The Pen Factory courtyard’s a lovely oasis at the rear of the Hope Street venue and, now a new menu’s dropped, you can enjoy some delicious dishes there too including light and tasty roasted beetroot with whipped feta, and pan-fried seabass with asparagus and salsa verde … or just unwind and toast summer with a glass of something cold.

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Tuck into BOXPARK with food from Christakis, Yum Cha, Beak and more

It’s only been here a year but BOXPARK’s become a Baltic favourite for live music and entertainment, quizzes, family fun and, of course, the most amazing street food from the likes of family-run Greek restaurant Christakis; Chinese food from Yum Cha, the best fried chicken from Beak, and more.

Find out more here.

Seaside Carnival at Knowsley Safari from Saturday 

The big top’s back at Knowsley, with all the fun of the fair at the Prescot safari park from this weekend until Sunday, June 1. Roll up, roll up for side shows and games like the coconut shy and Hoopla; as well as the chance to have a go at circus skills, enjoy daredevil acrobatic performances, and marvel at magic tricks, along with all the usual wild attractions.

Find out more here.

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