16 things you can do this week in Liverpool (27 October – 2 November)

We’ve loved all the build-up, but now Halloween week is finally here so it’s time for a full-on pumpkin or Day of the Dead fest.

Grab a PSL before they’re gone for another year, here are 16 things (not just Halloween-related) to do in Liverpool this week …

Katumba Halloween Parade

This year’s Katumba drummers Halloween Carnival has the theme Ancestral Spirits, Ritual Fire and brings together Afro beats with the fire and folklore of Halloween in a spectacular parade. It sets off around 7pm this Friday from Bold Street and culminates in an unmissable finale at Liverpool ONE.

Find out more here.

River of Light continues

It’s only on until Sunday so if you’ve not had chance to see this year’s stunning River of Light, make sure you don’t miss it. 10 illuminated artworks based on The Science of Light create a free 3km trail, they’re lit from 5pm to 9pm and if you want to save the hassle of parking, they’re easy to get to on Merseyrail.

Find out more here.

The Wizard of Oz at St Helens Theatre Royal

We’re off to see the Wizard … at the Theatre Royal, along with Dorothy, her dog Toto, the Lion, Scarecrow and Tin Man, and the Good and Wicked witches, for this great half term show. It’s on until Friday, bringing all the magic of the classic story to the stage with a song-packed soundtrack.

Find out more here.

Spooky Cinema at The Reader in Calderstones Park

If you want big screen chills, head to The Reader because it’s got a spooky film line-up for all ages (and scare levels). For families they include Room on the Broom, Hocus Pocus and Hotel Transylvania, then for grown-ups there’s Practical Magic, Rear Window, Beetlejuice and The Rocky Horror Picture Show. 

Find out more here.

Blackstock Market – Upside Down Market

As well as Halloween free family fun days, Blackstock Market has an Upside Down Halloween Party with a Stranger Things theme on Friday and Saturday. There’ll be a free party from 5pm until midnight where dark fantasy meets K-Pop energy with live performances, bongos, DJs, and surprise characters emerging from the shadows. 

Find out more here.

Gladiators Live Tour at M&S Bank Arena

If you love Gladiators on TV, wait until you see it live! Liverpool is the first city to see the brand new Gladiators Live Tour, at the Arena this Saturday and Sunday. It’ll be an all-action two hours filled with Gladiator rivalry, fan favourite events, jaw-dropping challenges, and the iconic Eliminator finale.

Find out more here.

Day of the Dead Festival at Adventure Coast Southport

Taking inspiration from Mexico’s famous celebration, Adventure Coast Southport is having its own Dead of the Dead Festival with live music featuring Batala drummers, stage shows, fire performers, stilt walkers and a firework finale. This Saturday and Saturday November 8, 4.30pm to 9pm each evening. 

Find out more here.

Spooktacular Safari Trail at Knowsley Safari

There’s frightful fun at Knowsley Safari this half term with mischievous characters, spooky conservation stations and trick-or-treat surprises on the Foot Safari. Step inside The Dread-venturer’s Spooky Tipi Shack or test spooky smell boxes in The Safari Chef’s Grimy Kitchen. Until Sunday, book online and kids go half price with a paying adult.

Find out more here.

Drinks at the newly refurbished Pig & Whistle on Chapel Street

It’s one of Liverpool’s oldest and most popular traditional city centre pubs, now The Pig & Whistle on Chapel Street has been given a refurb and a new look. It’s had a fresh paint job and interiors makeover, there’s a real fire for cosy drinks, and look out for quirky features and signage featuring Sir Piggleworth.

Find out more here.

Tuck into the new Pasta Cosa at Royal Albert Dock

They already have the hugely successful Francie’s Focaccia and Coffee on the inner quay of the Albert Dock, now sisters Kayleigh and Talia Baccino have brought Pasta Cosa to be its dock neighbour. It’s serving a range of pasta made fresh every day, with a choice of authentic Italian sauces and extras.

Find out more here.

Castros X PINS Social Club Halloween Party 

Canary Island favourites Castros are heading onto The Roof at PINS this Halloween for their debut Supper Club and a Spanish small plate feast. Ticket holders will get 5 tasty plates of tapas, plus live entertainment and best Halloween costume prizes. Food from 6.30pm, then a fiesta of tunes from 9pm.

Find out more here.

Lee Butler’s Birthday Bash at Club 051

Get ready for one of the biggest nights of the year, in one of Liverpool’s most iconic clubs. Lee Butler’s Official Birthday Bash returns to the 051 this Saturday, FPI Project are flying in from Italy, there’s a brilliant line-up of DJs including Lee and Dave Graham and it’s nearly sold out so if you fancy it, be quick.

Sunday Roast at Ma Boyle’s 

It’s definitely roast season now and who would you trust more than your Ma to make a fantastic one? Ma Boyle’s, just off Water Street, is known for its traditional Sunday roasts with all the trimmings. Take your pick from chicken, turkey, beef, pork belly or a veggie lentil roast – or go all-in with a duo.

Find out more here.

Circus presents Dusk Til Dawn at Blackstone Warehouse

Round off your Halloween partying, or maybe just power through into a full weekend with Rossi x Circus presents Dusk Till Dawn Day Time at Blackstone Warehouse this Saturday from 2pm until 11pm (last entry 4.30pm). There’s a Night Time official after party too going through to 3am.

Find out more here.

Stay in the city at Radisson Red Liverpool 

If you’re looking for somewhere gorgeous to stay but don’t want to go away, how about a night at Radisson RED? The décor’s super-stylish so you’ll be wowed as soon as you walk in, you can enjoy a delicious meal at Stoke restaurant and it’s facing St George’s Hall so you couldn’t be better placed to see all the sights, do some shopping and have a night out.

Find out more here.

Pre River of Light dinner at Mowgli on Water Street 

While you’re planning a trip into town for River of Light, make a full night of it and add dinner at Mowgli. It’s really handy for the waterfront displays as well as Exchange Flags and honestly, who needs any excuse to eat Mowgli’s curries, chat bombs and chip butties? Try the new Diwali cauli too.

Find out more here.

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