16 things you can do this week in Liverpool (25 August – 31 August)

August Bank Holiday might be done, but we’re hanging on to summer and there’s loads still going on – if you’re looking for ideas, here are 16 things to do in Liverpool this week …

Last Day of Summer Festival on Saturday

Celebrate summer with the return of Liverpool BID’s Last Day of Summer Festival on the waterfront this Saturday, 11am-5pm. Stretching from Princes Dock to Albert Dock, it’s free and has something for the whole family, with wellness classes like yoga, soundbath and pilates, Batala Mersey, workshops, a local market, live music and dance corner, and giant games at the Albert Dock.

Find out more here.

Last chance to meet the dinosaurs at World Museum

It’s been a roarsome summer at World Museum so any dinosaur fans who’ve not been yet need to be quick because the Dino Takeover is only on until this Thursday. There’s lots of fun family activities, including life-like dinosaur puppets, storytelling, workshops and crafting and dino-themed trails.

Find out more here.

Last chance to let the kids enjoy Camp Knowsley

School holidays are coming to an end but there’s time to squeeze in one last incredible wild experience. Camp Knowsley lets you discover your inner adventurer, taking part in everything from bush craft and nature skills like shelter building and tool crafting to tackling a Bushtucker Challenge bug feast.

Find out more here.

Southport Air Show

If you love a jaw-dropping spectacle, don’t miss one of the most stunning events of the year. Southport Air Show is back on Saturday and Sunday, filling the skies over the seafront with military flypasts, historic aircraft and some incredible aerial displays, plus there’s always lots of family activities on the ground.

Find out more here.

Queen-themed evening cruise on Mersey Ferries

Who doesn’t love a bit of Freddie? You can relive all those classic Queen anthems, and maybe belt a few out, on board the Mersey Ferry Queen Evening Cruise. Rock band Dr Strangelove will be performing all the hits live on a 2hr30min river cruise that’s going to be a fabulous night for fans.

Find out more here.

Moose Coffee at Liverpool Waters

For a proper authentic American-style breakfast or lunch you can’t go wrong with Moose Coffee. Moose is a big Liverpool favourite and this shop has a gorgeous location too, right on the water by Princes Dock, so it’s the perfect place for homemade buttermilk pancakes or waffle stacks with a view.

Find out more here.

Usher’s Bakehouse, new to the Baltic

Chef Gary Usher and the team at Elite Bistros have launched a brand new bakery in the Baltic after the success of the first Usher’s Bakehouse in Chester. Based on Bridgewater Street, this new site will have lovely daily fresh bakes including sourdough, breads and cakes, seven days a week from 8am.

Find out more here.

Summer holiday day out to Speke Hall

Don’t worry if you’re running out of ideas for how to keep the kids entertained because Speke Hall has got plenty! Its Summer of Play, on until August 31, has fun and games for the whole family so you can have a go at den building in the woods, welly throwing on the North Lawn, puppet shows and zipwiring.

Find out more here.

The Sugar Hill Gang + Furious Five play Future Yard in Birkenhead

Future Yard is a brilliant venue for live music and this Friday it’s welcoming some absolute legends – celebrating 45 years of Rapper’s Delight, hip-hop pioneers The Sugarhill Gang will perform a career’s worth of multi-million selling hits, including material from their new album with producer David Guetta.

Find out more here.

Comedy for Kids at Hot Water Comedy Club on Sunday

Blackstock Market has had some amazing times on its rooftop this summer, but it’s also a really family-friendly venue in the daytimes. On Sundays, between 10an and 1pm, there’s a family fun day followed by Hot Water Comedy Club’s free Comedy for Kids show from 1pm-2pm with a different lineup each week.

Find out more here.

Experience Queens Wine Bar & Bistro

Liverpool’s own Diagon Alley, Queens Avenue just off Castle Street, is one of the most photographed streets in Liverpool city centre and it’s also home to top businesses including Queens Wine Bar & Bistro which is AA rosette awarded and has beautiful dishes highlighting the best seasonal produce.

Find out more here.

History lesson at Western Approaches

It’s one thing learning about history from a book or TV, and another actually seeing it in real life. Western Approaches on Rumford Street gives a fascinating look at one of the most important wartime HQs still in existence, bringing back to life the secret bunker which was the intelligence centre for the Battle of the Atlantic.

Find out more here.

Kids eat free at Bread Street Kitchen, Liverpool ONE

Bread Street Kitchen is an ideal place for lunch or dinner with the whole family, especially if you’re out shopping or going to the cinema at Liverpool ONE. Kids don’t just get a dedicated menu with favourites like mac & cheese and bangers and mash, they eat free with each adult dining from the a la carte menu.

Find out more here.

Night out at Dovedale Towers on Penny Lane

If you’re out in south Liverpool, head to the Dovey on Penny Lane for a great night and decent pub grub. Steeped in music history, with links to the Beatles and Queen, it has open mic night every Tuesday and for footy fans it shows Premier Leagues matches too so you can watch the match with a pint. 

Find out more here.

Stay in the city at The Halyard, Duke Street 

Treat yourself one last time before the summer disappears with a stay right in the heart of the city so everything to see and do is right on the doorstep. The hotel itself is a stunner, with stylish decor and a sense of luxury that’s welcoming too, and it makes doggy guests feel just as at home as their humans!

Find out more here.

Catch a new comedy sketch show

Local brother and sister writing duo Sean and Rachel Howard are at Hope Street Theatre this Friday and Saturday with Etch My Sketch – an offbeat collection of original comedy sketches. Inspired by iconic shows like The Catherine Tate Show and Little Britain, they’ll be joined on stage by a cast of six friends for 1hr 45mins of comedy chaos.

Find out more here.

Spekefest

Residents of Speke are set to come together this weekend to launch SpekeFest25, a free, family-friendly event celebrating the community, diversity, and culture. The event will run from 12pm to 6pm at Speke Adventure Playground and the Lifestyles Austin Rawlinson Car Park this Saturday (30 August).

The day will feature live entertainment from local bands and performers, a free funfair for all ages, and complimentary meals provided by the Rapid Relief Team.

Find out more here.

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

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