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Let it Snow this Christmas at Liverpool ONE!

This year, Liverpool ONE will sprinkle some Christmas magic – and snow – across the city centre, giving visitors the chance to celebrate Christmas like never before… A giant bauble, ice sculptures and a weekend of ‘snow’ are just some of the plans being revealed today (Tuesday 10 September) as…

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The Art School reaches a decade in September

The Art School reaches its 10th anniversary this September in Liverpool. Chef Patron and owner Paul Askew’s restaurant is one of the UK’s leading fine-dining destinations, and during the last decade has been pivotal in helping to shape the city region’s gastronomic ambitions. It’s a truly…

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Ready, Set, 'Play'! Countdown begins to River of Light

Liverpool is preparing to turn into an epic night-time playground as River of Light returns to the city’s streets. Giant gnomes, a celebration of Diwali and an interactive light battle are just some of the twelve light installations that feature along the 3km waterfront trail. The festival will…

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Plans are approved for The Sir Ken Dodd Happiness Centre

People in Liverpool are going to be asked what they would want to see in a new permanent home for Sir Ken Dodd’s archive in the heart of the city. Plans have been approved for The Sir Ken Dodd Happiness Centre, designed to celebrate the life and career of Liverpool’s most famous comedian…

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There's no place like foam

A mountain of rainbow-coloured foam will be taking over part of Liverpool city centre later this month! Island of Foam – an ambitious, temporary shape-shifting artwork will take over Liverpool ONE’s Sugar House Steps (near John Lewis) on the afternoon of Saturday 31 August. It has been…

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River of Light is back – and it’s time to play!

River of Light is turning playful for its latest instalment, and the team behind the FREE, popular event is giving a sneak peek of what to expect from the 2024 trail. This year, 12 large scale installations will be presented by some of the best light artists in the world, all inspired by the theme…

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