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Announcing DaDa’s Winter Programme
This International Day of Disabled People, DaDa is excited to present #DDFIExtra – a winter programme of social justice and artist development. #DDFIExtra builds on the momentum developed through our 40th anniversary festival ‘DaDaFest International 40 – Rage: A Quiet Riot’ presented earlier this year. Here is a snapshot of what is to come… Rushton Residency...
December at the Bluecoat
Christmas is right around the corner, and Bluecoat are really getting into the festive spirit! Hear what they’ve got going on… We’re excited to host Father Christmas for family-friendly storytelling shows every weekend this month. Stop by our Gallery to see our popular exhibitions, Just Browsing and We Dream of Our Freedom, or get creative...
Liverpool included in 2035 FIFA Women’s World Cup bid
The City of Liverpool and Everton Stadium have been formally announced as part of the UK’s bid to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2035™. The bid features 16 host cities across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, with the four member organisations aiming to collaborate on the biggest single-sport event in UK history. Everton...
Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse Announce Camilla Mankabady as New Chair of Trustees
Liverpool & Merseyside Theatres Trust, the charity behind the Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse, is delighted to announce the appointment of Camilla Mankabady as its new Chair. Camilla has served on the Board for several years, most recently as Vice Chair, and now steps into the role following the end of Andrea Nixon’s tenure as Chair....
Milap Announce Spring 2026 Programme Showcasing Some of the Finest UK Indo-Jazz
Following the triumphant return of their renowned Indika Festival, Milap are bringing some of the most acclaimed names in contemporary Indian music to the North West in Spring 2026. Partnering with Liverpool International Jazz Festival 2026, Milap’s Spring programme spotlights some of the UK’s leading Indo-Jazz pioneers. The season begins with Milap’s annual return to...
Liverpool Uveils its Biggest-ever Christmas Offer
Liverpool is set to sparkle brighter than ever this festive season, as the city unveils its most ambitious Christmas programme to date. From ice rinks and grottos, through to artisan markets and fairground rides – Liverpool is set to be the Christmas destination for 2025. Liverpool Winter Festival will take over the iconic Pier Head...
The Countdown is on to Expedition Two in Liverpool
One year ago, Liverpool became the United Nations’ first Accelerator City for Climate Action, pioneering experiments to decarbonise the live music, film and TV sectors through a city-wide lens. The groundbreaking programme, supported by headline partner Ecotricity, was launched with Expedition One, an industry-led event in November 2024 and set a blueprint for cultural industries...
World Premieres and Bold New Productions Lead Everyman & Playhouse 2026 Season
Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse is proud to announce its 2026 season, bringing the very best of theatre from the region and beyond to the city. The new season features five compelling productions from some of the UK’s most exciting playwrights and creatives, continuing the theatres’ commitment to launching, establishing, and sustaining outstanding theatre talent. Highlights...
Liverpool Launches Countdown to UEFA EURO 2028
Liverpool city region has proudly taken part in the official launch of UEFA EURO 2028, joining cities across the UK and Ireland in celebrating the beginning of the countdown to the biggest UEFA European Championship ever staged. Leader of Liverpool City Council, Councillor Liam Robinson and Councillor Mike Wharton, as Deputy Mayor of the Combined...
Liverpool Business Improvement District is delighted to bring a GIANT game of ‘The Elf on the Shelf®’ to Liverpool city centre again this Christmas!
This December, Liverpool becomes the stage for a giant game of The Elf on the Shelf®, as a 15ft Scout Elf will appear at various locations across the city centre from the 1st until Christmas Eve. Organised by Liverpool BID Company, the Scout Elf™ (aka R’ Elf) will fly through the night to iconic locations...
