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The Best Pizza Places In Liverpool, Foo Fighters, Craft Brew Festival...
Plus: Tate Liverpool announces new exhibition, The Wheelbarrow brings festive cheer, and more...
Rob Nightingale
November 12, 2025
Liverpool’s pizza scene is out of control… in the best way. These standout spots prove there’s more than one right way to do great pizza.
Also, if you’re a Foo Fighters fan, news just dropped of two Anfield gigs next summer (grab your tickets quickly), and Tate Liverpool’s prepping a major Ed Ruscha show that’s worth marking your calendar for. And f you’re already feeling the Christmas spirit, the festive Craft Brew Festival might just be the best way to start early!
TOP STORY
When it comes to pizza, Liverpool doesn’t mess around. The city is packed with brilliant pizza places offering everything from gooey Neapolitan bases to Detroit-style deep dish and creative sourdough combinations. If you’re wondering where to find the best pizza places in Liverpool, we’ve rounded up the ultimate list – and trust us, it’s too good to stop at ten.
MUSIC
Rock icons Foo Fighters have announced their long-awaited return to the UK, with two massive shows at Liverpool’s Anfield Stadium on 25 and 27 June 2026 — their only UK stadium dates next year.
ARTS
Tate Liverpool has announced a major new display dedicated to influential American artist Ed Ruscha, opening next spring. ARTIST ROOMS: Ed Ruscha will be presented across Tate Liverpool + RIBA North from 12 February to 14 June 2026, showcasing a rich selection of the artist’s books, photographs, paintings, drawings, and lithographs.
FESTIVALS
The Liverpool Craft Brew Festival is set to return this winter with A Hoppy Christmas Party — a festive edition of its popular event series taking place on Saturday 22 November 2025 at Invisible Wind Factory.
CHRISTMAS
The Wheelbarrow, nestled beside Greenbank Sports Academy, is transforming into a festive haven this Christmas with an exciting line-up of seasonal events. From live brass music and festive afternoon teas to hands-on creative workshops and private parties, the venue promises plenty of ways to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
CHRISTMAS
A beloved Christmas tradition for tens of thousands of families, Light Before Christmas makes its return to Liverpool Cathedral from 28 November to 6 December. Adding a new dimension this year, the entrance to the light show will feature festive artwork created by pupils from over 30 schools as part of a city-wide art project initiated by the Cathedral.
THEATRE
Produced by Blackeyed Theatre and adapted by Nick Lane, Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty at Shakespeare North Playhouse is a crowd-pleasing, well-paced night of theatre that serves both brain and heart.
It keeps the plot moving, gives the central partnership room to breathe, and trusts audiences to enjoy a good puzzle without being patronised. The result is an accessible, entertaining evening that feels deliberately made for local theatergoers.
HEADLINES IN A HURRY
Jhanaica Van Mook on Bringing Liverpool Spirit to The Scouse Christmas Carol: Liverpool Royal Court’s annual Christmas spectacular is back until 17 Jan, and Liverpool Noise got to speak to the heart of the show, Jhanaica Van Mook.
Wyld Sauna, the UK’s first floating sauna and Liverpool’s waterfront wellness destination, is celebrating its first anniversary by giving back to the city that’s embraced it so warmly. On Saturday 22 November, the team will offer 300 complimentary sauna sessions at Princes Dock.
Flight Club Launches New Limbo-Inspired Game: Flight Club, the energetic cocktail and Social Darts bar, has announced the launch of a brand-new game inspired by the classic party favourite, Limbo. The new addition — the venue’s seventh game — will be available to play across all 29 Flight Club venues worldwide from Friday 14 November.
Christmas Lights Switch On In Liverpool & Merseyside 2025: Here’s your full guide to where and when you can catch the Christmas Lights Switch On events across Liverpool and Merseyside this November.
The Best Festive Days Out Across the North West: Whether you’re hunting for handmade gifts, sipping mulled wine under the lights, or planning a cosy weekend day out, here’s your guide to the best Christmas markets in and near Liverpool for 2025
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