15 things you can do this week in Liverpool (12th – 18th January 2026)

We’ve finally ditched about a dozen layers so it feels like we’re taking January in our stride now – if you’re ready to do the same, here are 15 things happening in Liverpool this week …

Mary Poppins flies into the Empire

We’re only a couple of weeks into 2026, but one of the most-anticipated shows of the year is already here. The spectacular Mary Poppins arrives at the Empire this Wednesday until January 31, with Lyn Paul as Bird Woman and a hugely talented cast. If you love the classic film, this really is one not to miss.

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Ease your January blues at the One O’Clock Gun, Albert Dock

When January’s making you feel like staying in, fight the urge and get cosy at the dock’s local. The One O’Clock Gun’s an ideal place to hunker down with a couple of pints or cocktails, maybe pie and mash, and as well as a great waterside location it also has live music on Thursday to Sunday nights. 

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Enjoy DNA Detective Workshops at Catalyst Science and Discovery Centre

If you’re looking for something a bit different to do with the kids, this will capture everyone’s imaginations. Head to Catalyst in Widnes at weekends until January 25 and you can take part in hands-on workshops all about DNA including learning how to extract it and recreating a face. 11.30am & 2pm.

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Star Pins has launched on School Lane

A gaming session’s guaranteed to cheer up even January, and now Liverpool’s got a brand-new food, drink & games venue. Opening this week on School Lane, Star Pins will have ten-pin bowling, ice-free curling, tech darts, karaoke, shuffleboard and arcade, perfect for families in the day and mates at night.

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Watch Marty Supreme or Zootropolis 2 at Everyman Cinema

Timothee Chalamet’s just picked up a Golden Globe for his lead in Marty Supreme, so if you’ve not seen it yet, make sure you catch it on the big screen before it disappears. It’s on all week at the Everyman, so you can enjoy it with a drink and great food at your sofa seat, or for Disney fans there’s Zootropolis 2.

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Tuck into Brewski new at Liverpool ONE

Brewski’s motto is ‘nobody leaves hungry’ and we can all get behind that right now! If you feel like an absolute feast, with small plates, burgers, poutine, some unbelievable dirty fries and massive speciality sharing platters, made for mates dates, get to Brewski on the terrace at Liverpool ONE.

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Sunday Roast at Ten Streets Social

This is 100% Sunday roast season so if you’re looking for a new one to try, get to Ten Street Social not far from Everton’s new stadium because theirs’ is a winner. It’s served every Sunday from 12midday to 6pm, there’s a vegan nutroast option, live music and the atmosphere’s just as good as the food.

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Two local music stars play the Phil 

The Phil hosts some of the best-known global stars of music and comedy, and it’s a big supporter of brilliant local talent too. This Saturday sees the return of singer-songwriters Tom Speight and Alistair Griffin to the Phil’s iconic Music Room, 12 months on from a fantastic packed house gig there.

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Southport Winter Whisky Festival

Love whisky? There’s only one place you need to be this weekend and that’s Southport because Southport Winter Whisky Festival is on. Lots of whisky companies will be taking part, with tastings and a masterclass alongside Festival Saturday at The Grand and an After Party at The Guesthouse.

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Inspector Morse has arrived at the Playhouse

It was one of the best series of detective books and a TV classic, now Inspector Morse returns in a new theatre mystery. Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts follows the investigation of a young actress’s death by Morse – played by Tom Chambers – and his trusty sidekick DS Lewis. At the Playhouse from Tuesday. 

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Jacaranda Baltic’s Second Birthday

The Jacaranda Baltic’s been a brilliant addition to Liverpool’s live music scene and this Saturday it’s celebrating two years of gigs, album launches and signings with an 18+ birthday party featuring live performances from Two Blinks, I Love You, Courds, Honey Motel, Temeraire & Pevova. Tickets £2.

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40% off food at Tiger Rock 

There are loads of amazing food deals up for grabs in Liverpool right through January and that includes at Tiger Rock where you can get 40% off your food bill from Sunday to Thursday at all three Tiger Rocks, so that’s bargain small plates at North John Street, Renshaw Street and Smithdown. 

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Submerge yourself into the Aquarium at World Museum

Not literally (!) but you do feel like you’re inside an underwater world when you visit the Aquarium at World Museum. Come face to face with all kinds of marine life including hermit crabs, starfish, dogfish, and clownfish (yes, it’s Nemo!) as well as Marge the Lobster who loves to have visitors.

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Visit picturesque Port Sunlight

Port Sunlight feels like stepping back into part of our region’s past, with a fascinating mix of history, arts and culture, and lovely green spaces. Enjoy walking tours to find out more, events at Gladstone Theatre and Hulme Hall, Port Sunlight Museum and Lady Lever Art Gallery, plus cafes for a pitstop.

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Breakfast at Bam Boo on Lark Lane

If you want a tasty start to the day, and you’re around south Liverpool, give Bam Boo a try. It gets top reviews for its brunch, with full Englishes, and dishes like shakshuka, steak and eggs, and pulled lamb benny. If you prefer something sweet, go for pancake or brioche French toast stacks and for the whole of January you can get 50% off French Toast Stack meals.

Find out more here.

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