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Liverpool’s hottest event, Fiesta of Fire, returns to the dock

Royal Albert Dock is set to once again brighten up the dark winter nights with the return of the spectacular Fiesta of Fire, taking place across February half-term from 15th-22nd. Providing an unforgettable family-friendly event, visitors can marvel at free fire shows, dazzling performances and a…

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River of Light 2024 has been hailed the most successful ever

The 12-night light festival attracted double the number of visitors from previous years and was worth £18.9m to the local economy – a significant increase on previous editions of the event. The festival’s popularity was felt right across the city centre with footfall up, and restaurants, bars and…

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FACT Liverpool unveils 2025 programme

FACT Liverpool, the UK's leading centre for art, film, and creative technology, announces its dynamic 2025 programme, featuring solo exhibitions, collaborative projects, and immersive experiences that push the boundaries of contemporary art and technology. The programme is highlighted by…

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Spectacular celebrations as Liverpool marks the Year of the Snake

Liverpool is set to welcome the Lunar New Year in ssstyle, with a series of vibrant events and activities taking place to mark the Year of the Snake. The main Chinese New Year city centre celebrations will be held on Sunday 2 February in and around Europe’s oldest Chinatown. The festivities will…

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Liverpool Cathedral Shines Bright with Luke Jerram’s Helios

Liverpool Cathedral, the UK’s largest and most dynamic Cathedral, is thrilled to announce it will be the first venue in North West England and the first Cathedral to host Helios, the newest touring artwork by renowned British artist Luke Jerram. This awe-inspiring illuminated sculpture of the Sun…

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Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse announces new shows for 2025

Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse Theatres today announce new productions for 2025, the first season by new Creative Director Nathan Powell, confirming its position at the forefront of new writing, and reaffirming its commitment to creative collaboration, diversity and inclusion, and artist…

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Bongo’s Bingo – The 10th Birthday

It’s coming. Bongo’s Bingo will reach its 10th anniversary in 2025. The biggest, wildest and most outrageous shows ever with Jonny Bongo holding court take place at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool on Friday 7th and Saturday 8th March. The full details are being kept tightly under wraps. But what’s…

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