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The Best Sunday Roasts In Liverpool, Xmas Light Switch-On, Outer Waves Festival, And More...

Plus: Save the rave returns, 25% off at Ring O Bells...

The nights are getting colder, and the craving for a proper Sunday roast hits harder than ever. The problem? Not every roast is worth the bill. So this week, we’re sharing Liverpool’s best roasts. If your favourite isn’t on the list, it reply and tell us.

We’ve also got the lowdown on Christmas light switch-ons across Merseyside, fresh updates on Outer Waves 2026, a Save The Rave Christmas special, Liverpool Sound City updates, and more worth penciling in.

TOP STORY

Whether you’re craving crispy roast potatoes, perfectly cooked meats, or a rich, velvety gravy that brings it all together, Liverpool has no shortage of options to satisfy your appetite. Here are the best Sunday roasts in Liverpool, ensuring you know exactly where to go when the craving strikes. So grab your knife and fork—it’s time to tuck in!

CHRISTMAS

The festive season is just around the corner, and the Christmas Lights Switch On in Liverpool is one of the most anticipated events of the year. From Liverpool city centre to Southport and St Helens, towns across Merseyside are preparing to shine bright with their own festive celebrations.

Here’s your full guide to where and when you can catch the Christmas Lights Switch On events across Liverpool and Merseyside this November.

ARTS

After a groundbreaking debut in 2025, Outer Waves Festival is set to return to Liverpool for its second edition on 23–24 May 2026, bringing a weekend of boundary-pushing sound, performance, and art to Invisible Wind Factory and Make North Docks.

Described as a gathering for the curious and sonically adventurous, the festival’s 2026 programme will once again unite an international lineup of artists exploring ritual, rhythm, and raw emotion through experimental sound and performance.

MUSIC

Liverpool’s legendary dance night Save The Rave is making a spectacular return this December — bringing its first-ever Christmas special to the city’s iconic 051 Club.

The high-energy event, set for Saturday 6 December, promises seven hours of 90s and 00s dance anthems, epic DJ sets, and live PAs from some of the era’s biggest names.

HOSPITALITY

Last night, Thursday 30 October 2025, The Ivy Asia Liverpool celebrated its highly anticipated arrival in the city with an exclusive launch party in the magnificent Bank of England building on Castle Street.

The amazing Asian-inspired restaurant opened its doors for guests including celebrities and prominent figures from across Liverpool’s business community, hospitality scene and blogger and influencer communities.

FOOD & DRINK

Liverpool’s popular country pub, Ring O’Bells, is celebrating two years since it reopened its doors as its new, reimagined concept and to mark the special occasion, is giving guests 25% off the new Autumn menu.

Based on Lathom Lane in Ormskirk, Ring O’Bells has become a favourite for its award-winning Sunday Roasts, being hailed as the Country Pub of the Year by LUXLife last year.

FESTIVALS

Sound City has revealed that contemporary soul sensation Jalen Ngonda will headline its 2026 edition, marking an emotional homecoming for the acclaimed artist who once called Liverpool home.

The UK’s definitive inner-city festival for new music discovery returns to Liverpool City Centre from Saturday 2 to Sunday 3 May 2026, with the Sound City+ Conference kicking off the weekend on Friday 1 May 2026. Weekend and day tickets are now on sale at soundcity.uk.com, following the sell-out of early bird passes.

HEADLINES IN A HURRY

Ignite Padel Announces Third Liverpool Site – Speke Centre Set to Open December 2025: The new venue will feature championship-level facilities, including six indoor and four outdoor covered courts, designed to host both elite competitions and community-focused activities.

Ken Horton: A Life In Colour Exhibition Coming To The Cornerstone Gallery: Ken Horton’s upcoming exhibition at The Cornerstone Gallery, A Life in Colour, offers Liverpool audiences the chance to step inside the creative world of one of the city’s most quietly influential artists.

Review: Something About George – The George Harrison Story at The Brindley Theatre: There’s something truly special about Something About George – The George Harrison Story. This heartfelt stage show is a moving tribute to one of Liverpool’s most quietly influential sons.

The Ivy Asia Liverpool Opens Unveiling Opulent Interiors, Dazzling Dishes & Stunning Drinks: Liverpool’s most anticipated new restaurant, tables at The Ivy Asia have been highly sought after with thousands of bookings being made during this month and throughout the festive season.

Liverpool’s Only Women’s-Only Gym, Belly/37+ Expands with New Wavertree Site Opening This Month: The new location, based in Wavertree Technology Park, will open on Sunday 10 November, marking the next chapter for the fast-growing business that has transformed the city’s fitness landscape since launching its first site in Garston.

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