Liverpool is a city of poets and playwrights, of artists and music-makers – a place where culture is lived, not simply staged. In 2008, the city took its well-earned place as European Capital of Culture, sparking one of the most profound cultural and economic renaissances in its history and reshaping how the world sees Liverpool.
That moment was not an endpoint, but a catalyst. Since its inception, and following the delivery of what is widely regarded as the most successful European Capital of Culture programme to date, the vision and ambition of Culture Liverpool has continued to grow and evolve.
In 2023, Liverpool once again took centre stage on the global cultural platform, hosting the Eurovision Song Contest on behalf of Ukraine. The Grand Final at the M&S Bank Arena on 13 May 2023 became the culmination of a city-wide celebration, as Eurovision fever swept across the Liverpool City Region and showcased the depth, diversity and generosity of our cultural spirit.
Today, building on our UNESCO City of Music status and world-class reputation, we continue to use arts, music and major events as a driving force for regeneration – championing culture on an international stage and embedding it at the heart of city life.
We do not stand alone in this work. We stand side by side, in solidarity with a network of forward-thinking, innovative and cutting-edge cultural partners, united in our ambition to realise the full potential of Liverpool as an accessible, diverse and truly cosmopolitan city.
Here you’ll find the latest on Liverpool’s cultural scene, insights into industry trends, and archive material that reflects how far we have come.
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