17 things you can do this week in Liverpool (16th February – 22nd February 2026)

It’s half term week, which means if you’ve got kids you’ll be looking to keep them super-busy, and even if you don’t it’s Chinese New Year so there’s plenty going on. Here are 16 things to do in Liverpool this week …

Lunar New Year celebrations on Sunday

There’s already been some beautiful Lunar New Year events happening over the past couple of weeks, building up to the big one. This Sunday, go to Chinatown from mid-morning for a full day featuring traditional dragon, lion and unicorn parades, firecracker displays, family workshops, Tai Chi demos, live music, street performances and stalls.

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Wedding Night Market at Fabric Studios

If more traditional wedding fairs just aren’t for you, the Wedding Night Market celebrating alternative and LGBTQ+ inclusive weddings could fit the bill. Inside The Tapestry in Liverpool’s creative Fabric District, couples can chat to photographers, florists, stylists, venues and makers on Thursday, 5pm-9pm.

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Relax at The One O’Clock Gun, Albert Dock

For a few drinks with a really nice chilled proper pub atmosphere, head to the One O’Clock Gun and you’ll get the bonus of being at the gorgeous dock. It serves food, including a very tasty grilled cheese, all day and if you’re there Thursday to Sunday you’ll catch some great live music too.

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A Squash and A Squeeze at Playhouse Theatre

If you’re looking for a lovely kids show, try A Squash and A Squeeze at the Playhouse. Based on the book by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler, it’s been adapted for the stage to create a magical world full of songs and puppetry that’s funny and heartwarming. On Monday to Saturday.

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Chinese New Year Craft at Museum of Liverpool 

Liverpool’s Chinese New Year isn’t just about watching incredible displays, it’s about getting involved. Museum of Liverpool has a free drop-in ‘make and take’ craft session this Thursday that the whole family can enjoy. Get hands-on for the Year of the Horse with kids aged 3+, 11-12pm and 1.30-4pm.

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£16 Steak & Chips still on the menu at Hawksmoor

Lunch doesn’t have to be a quick grab and go, especially when you could swap it for top-level steak and chips for £16. Hawksmoor has 35-day dry-aged rump steak with chips on its set lunch menu available 12-3pm, Monday to Saturday, or make an afternoon of it and add an extra course or two.

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The Show Must Go On – Queen Tribute at M&S Bank Arena

There was nothing quite like the showmanship of Freddie Mercury and this is a chance for fans to relive that magic. The ultimate Queen tribute brings the band’s hits to the stage in a rock spectacular including a recreation of their legendary Live Aid performance. This Saturday night at the Arena.

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Knowsley Safari Tiger Takeover

All the residents at Knowsley Safari are pretty amazing, but the tigers especially are absolutely mesmerising. They’ll be in the spotlight this half term when the popular Tiger Takeover returns all week, with interactive activities and a chance to see Knowsley Safari’s six-month-old Amur tiger cubs.

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Enjoy the sights on the iconic Mersey Ferry

A trip on one of our iconic ferries is always a fun thing to do with the kids because they can spot all the city’s landmarks. Now you can see even more because there’s a new combo ticket which includes a 50-minute River Explorer Cruise plus an annual pass to Eureka! Science + Discovery valid for a whole year.

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Meet Mighty Red at Anfield Stadium 

For little Reds, what could be better than meeting Mighty Red this half term? Anfield has Mighty Red Appearance Tours on Saturday, at 10.45am, 12.15pm and 1.15pm, when kids have a chance for photos, autographs and football activities with Liverpool’s official club mascot on Level 2 concourse.

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Sunday roast at The Welsford in Liverpool Cathedral 

If you’re looking for somewhere different for Sunday lunch, in an absolutely stunning setting, you can’t beat The Welsford inside Liverpool Cathedral. Known for home-cooked classics, on Sundays it’s all about roasts. Choose from three meats (or all three!) or a veggie Wellington, and there’s a children’s version.

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Pancake week at Tavern Co

The Tavern Co have limited edition pancakes stacks of Biscoff, Kinder Bueno & Pistachio and Nutella for Pancake Week running from 16th – 20th February.

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Start your day at Press Bros Coffee on Lark Lane

Heading to the park or along the lane for an early wander? Get the day off to the best start at Press Bros – not only is the coffee up there with the best in the city, the cinny buns are unbelievable. February’s special is cherry Bakewell, with cherry and almond cinnamon buttercream. Every day from 8.30am.

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Making Waves Drop-In Art at Tate + RIBA

Tate Liverpool + RIBA at Mann Island is the place for kids to get arty this holiday with free Making Waves family activities. Young artists aged 4-12 can create replicas of their favourite marine life, play with print stamping blocks and collage and make a 3-D model of a sea creature. Drop in 10am-4pm.

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Tuck into a Liverpool icon, Casa Italia

Casa Italia is a Liverpool restaurant legend, hosting thousands of family get-togethers and date nights over the decades, and when you go you realise why people keep coming back. Casa Italia is authentic food done like they do it in Italy with a warm welcome to match – and lasagna that’s the stuff of dreams.

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Pancakes at Moose Coffee

Every day could (and possibly should) be Pancake Day when they’re as good as the ones at Moose. Their genuine American-style buttermilk pancakes are not to be missed all year round, but they’ve upped their game by adding a selection of limited-edition specials, served in-store until this Sunday.

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Story Time at Sefton Park Palm House

Get little ones imaginations working overtime by joining in with a free Story Time session at Sefton Park Palm House this Tuesday. Between 11am and 12midday, the Palm House team will read stories and rhymes in a beautiful setting that kids love because it’s like stepping into a different lush world.

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