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Youth Music Awards Announce 2026 Nominees
Today, nominations for the Youth Music Awards 2026, the UK’s biggest night in grassroots music have been announced. Taking place at St George’s Hall in Liverpool on Wednesday 28th October, the awards, in association with headline sponsor Wingstop, will leave London for the first time since launching in 2019. The 2026 nominees feature an exciting...
LA FERIA 2026: Latin America returns to Liverpool this October
Liverpool’s International Festival of Latin American Arts & Culture returns this October – bringing together internationally acclaimed musicians, theatre-makers, dancers, artists and artisans from across Latin America and the UK for an inspiring programme of live performances, exhibitions, workshops, talks and participatory events. Established in 2018 by LUMA Creations, LA FERIA celebrates the many voices,...
Royal Albert Dock celebrates Liverpool nightlife with special projection
Royal Albert Dock is inviting visitors to experience Liverpool’s legendary club scene with a special projection celebrating 35 years of the city’s music, nightlife and culture. Available to view until 2nd October, the façade of the Maritime Museum will be illuminated daily from 8pm to 10pm with imagery from In Clubland: 35 Summers of Love,...
How Does The Internet Shape Who We Are? Three Emerging Artists Explore Digital Existence in New Exhibition at FACT.
A new group exhibition at FACT brings together Ellie Hoskins, Mrs Luva-Luva, and Livi Wilmore, three North West-based artists exploring how the internet is reshaping identity. Through film, animation and interactive artworks, the exhibition examines the emotional and psychological effects of living online. Opening at a moment when algorithmic feeds and online identities increasingly shape...
Arts Council England supports major new community commission for River of Light 2026
A major new artwork celebrating the power of community is set to join this year’s River of Light programme, thanks to support from Arts Council England. Celebrated artist Murugiah has been commissioned to create a brand-new installation, titled ‘Together’, inspired by the theme of River of Light 2026. The commission has been made possible with...
Homotopia is back this Autumn with the theme of We Come Together
The UK’s longest running LGBTQIA+ arts and culture festival returns this Autumn. Liverpool’s Homotopia is back for its 22nd year, with the theme of We Come Together. Running from 17 Oct to 1 Dec 2026, the festival will see theatre, performance, film, music and conversation as it brings Queer creativity in all its forms to...
Africa Oyé 2027 – Dates announced and earlybird festival tickets released
Africa Oyé have revealed the dates for their landmark festival of African and Caribbean music and culture in 2027. The UK’s biggest celebration of African and Caribbean music and culture turns 35 next year and earlybird tickets are now on sale for the festival on 19th & 20th June 2027 in Liverpool. The ‘jewel in...
Building a Lasting Legacy: Queen Elizabeth Trust Announces First UK-Wide Programme
First project of the Queen Elizabeth Trust, the new UK-wide charity established following recommendations from The Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee. Liverpool City Council and the Queen Elizabeth Trust are joining forces on an ambitious new project at Croxteth Country Park, building on the Council’s plans to unlock more of the much-loved park’s potential for local...
River of Light will bring Liverpool ‘Together’ this October
River of Light, Liverpool’s iconic free light art festival that attracts tens of thousands of visitors to the city, has released the next set of artworks for its 2026 edition, taking place from 23 October to 1 November. Delivered by Culture Liverpool, the theme of the festival this year is, ‘Together’, with all installations focusing...
Books Alive! Exciting chapter as Southport to become living storybook this October half term!
Books Alive! Exciting chapter as Southport to become living storybook this October half term! Southport is to become a living storybook for October half term as Books Alive! brings a world of imagination and adventure to the town. Step inside a world of imagination and adventure this half term as Southport is taken over by...
