📣 What's On In Liverpool (17-23 Oct)

Grab your calendar—here are the most interesting events coming up in and around Liverpool.

Author

Rob Nightingale
October 17, 2025

👋 Welcome back to Liverpool & Beyond, and this week’s lineup is packed. We’ve got nearly 60 events worth your attention: The English National Ballet brings The Sleeping Beauty to town, jazz improvisers are cutting loose, Oktoberfest pints are flowing, and someone’s even tackling the question of whether obesity is a choice. From high culture to happy chaos, it’s all happening this week.

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What’s On…

Below are the best happening from this evening, until next Thursday. If you do decide to go to any events after spotting them in this newsletter, please let us know! We’ve marked what we think are the highlights with a ⭐️ for easier scanning!

Note: sometimes errors slip through, so please check details before making plans.

FRI 17 OCT

PEEP SHOW QUIZ HOSTED BY JEFF (AS IN JEFF) — Jeff hosts the ultimate Peep Show quiz—bring your knowledge and your inner Mark Corrigan energy for a night of laughs and obscure references.
18:00-22:00  |  Invisible Wind Factory  |  Tickets
BINGO LINGO - OKTOBERFEST SPECIAL — Friday nights at Bingo Lingo mean chaos, prizes, and shouting “BINGO!” with a beer in hand at the Baltic Triangle.
18:30-30/12/1899  |  Camp And Furnace  |  Tickets
⭐️PARRJAZZ PRESENTS LATIN JAZZ AT MA BOYLE'S ALEHOUSE & EATERY — A weekly celebration of Cuban, Brazilian, and Latin jazz at Ma Boyle’s, featuring top Northern musicians keeping the groove alive.
19:30-23:30  |  Ma Boyles Alehouse And Eatery  |  Free (Booking Required)
FREDDIE MERCURY TRIBUTE — A tribute capturing Freddie Mercury’s power, charm, and stage magic—an evening for anyone who still sings along to Queen.
20:00-23:59  |  Brickhouse Tavern  |  Tickets
THE LIVERPOOL PUB CRAWL — Explore Liverpool’s nightlife with four bars, one club, free shots, and new friends who’ll probably feel like old ones by the end.
21:00-04:00  |  Kabin Liverpool   |  Tickets
⭐️ SECRET IMPROVISORS CLUB — For nearly two decades, the Secret Improvisors Club has delivered unpredictable, genre-bending jazz that thrives on spontaneity.
21:00-23:45  |  32 Hope Street  |  Tickets
REGGAETON PARTY (LIVERPOOL) — Liverpool’s Arts Club Loft turns into a Reggaeton paradise with 400+ fans dancing to the biggest Latin hits all night.
23:00-03:00  |  Arts Club  |  Tickets
INTIRAVE REGGAETON LIVERPOOL — DJ Rosa Pistola brings Mexican energy and UK heat for a Reggaeton night that goes hard from start to finish.
23:00-30/12/1899  |  Lost in Seel Street  |  Tickets

SAT 18 OCT

⭐️ THE UK DRUM SHOW 2025 — Drummers, percussionists, and enthusiasts unite for two days of rhythm and inspiration at the UK Drum Show 2025.
08:30  |  ACC Liverpool  |  Tickets
FAMILY DAYS @ THE HIVE — A free Saturday morning at The Hive for families to explore, create, and connect through fun hands-on activities.
10:00-30/12/1899  |  The Hive Wirral Youth Zone Bright Street Birkenhead  |  Free (Booking Required)
JOHN IRONMONGER EXPLORES CLIMATE IN THE WAGER AND THE BEAR — Author John Ironmonger discusses his latest novel The Wager and the Bear and the themes of climate and human resilience running through his work.
10:00  |  Victoria Gallery & Museum  |  Tickets
HOW DO WE WRITE ABOUT THE CLIMATE CRISIS? — John Ironmonger delves into writing fiction that faces the climate crisis head-on, reflecting on his latest book and past successes.
10:00  |  Victoria Gallery & Museum  |  Tickets
⭐️ MEET THE SCIENTISTS 10 YEAR EXTRAVAGANZA! — Celebrate a decade of Meet the Scientists with hands-on experiments and live demos across the World Museum.
10:00-30/12/1899  |  World Museum  |  Tickets
DOROTHY KUYA WALKING TOUR — Walk through Liverpool’s history of activism and discover Dorothy Kuya’s powerful legacy in the fight against racism.
11:00-13:00  |  Corner of Falkner Street and Catherine Street  |  Tickets
MAKE NORTH DOCKS OPEN DAY — Tour Make North Docks, meet local makers, and see how creative projects come to life in this thriving studio space.
11:00  |  Make North Docks  |  Free (Booking Required)
ALL DAY 70S - DISCO IN-FURNACE! — Camp and Furnace hosts a 70s-themed daytime disco—dust off the flares and get ready to move.
14:00-19:00  |  Camp And Furnace  |  Tickets
FUNDAMENTALLY: NUSSAIBAH YOUNIS EXPLORING LOVE, RADICALISM AND IDENTITY — Dr Nussaibah Younis discusses Fundamentally, her acclaimed novel exploring love, radicalism, and the complexities of identity in Iraq.
14:30  |  Victoria Gallery & Museum  |  Tickets
⭐️ SEARCHING FOR MY SLAVE ROOTS WITH MALIK AL NASIR — Author Malik Al Nasir shares his journey tracing his family’s history from slavery in Guyana to modern Britain.
16:00  |  Victoria Gallery & Museum  |  Tickets
VIP BOXING — VIP Boxing makes its BOXPARK debut with a stacked lineup of fighters and rising stars ready to impress.
17:30-23:00  |  Boxpark Liverpool  |  Tickets
WET WET WET — Wet Wet Wet hit the stage with special guest Heather Small, delivering timeless hits and powerhouse vocals.
19:30  |  Liverpool Philharmonic Hall  |  Tickets
TIMELESS SOUL PERFORMED BY CHANTEL COLE — Chantel Cole’s voice takes center stage in a soulful performance that reimagines classic and contemporary soul.
19:30  |  Music Room, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic  |  Tickets
PARRJAZZ PRESENTS: JAZZ SATURDAYS AT MA BOYLES — Saturday nights at Ma Boyle’s bring world-class jazz in an intimate setting, courtesy of ParrJazz.
20:00-23:00  |  Ma Boyles Alehouse And Eatery  |  Free (Booking Required)
TAYLOR SWIFT NIGHT - THE LIFE OF A SHOWGIRL ALBUM RELEASE PARTY — Celebrate Taylor Swift’s new album The Life of a Showgirl with fellow fans, music, and themed fun all night.
20:00-01:00  |  Camp And Furnace  |  Tickets
REGGAETON PARTY (LIVERPOOL) — Liverpool’s biggest Reggaeton party returns to the Arts Club Loft with beats, drinks, and high-energy dancing.
23:00-30/12/1899  |  Arts Club  |  Tickets
INTIRAVE REGGAETON LIVERPOOL — DJ Rosa Pistola headlines a fiery night of Reggaeton and Perreo that promises to leave no one standing still.
23:00-05:00  |  Lost in Seel Street  |  Tickets

SUN 19 OCT

⭐️ LIVERPOOL LITERARY FESTIVAL SHORT STORY COMPETITION WINNERS PANEL — Hear readings and reflections from the winners and runners-up of the Liverpool Literary Festival’s short story competition.
10:00  |  Victoria Gallery & Museum  |  Free (Booking Required)
FREE FAMILY FUNDAY AT BLACKSTOCK MARKET — Sundays at Blackstock Market are for families—face painting, soft play, live music, and more, all completely free.
10:00-13:00  |  Blackstock Market  |  Free (Booking Required)
REPAIR CAFE AT DOES LIVERPOOL — Bring your broken gadgets, bikes, or toasters to the Repair Café and learn how to fix them with help from friendly volunteers.
11:00-15:00  |  DoES Liverpool  |  Free (Booking Required)
ADELE ZEYNEP WALTON ON LOGGING OFF: THE HUMAN COST OF OUR DIGITAL WORLD — Adele Zeynep Walton discusses her book Logging Off, exploring the emotional toll of life online and paths to digital balance.
11:30  |  Victoria Gallery & Museum  |  Tickets
⭐️ OKTOBERFEST LIVERPOOL 2025 — Raise a stein at Oktoberfest Liverpool 2025—a weekend of beer, music, and good times.
12:00-30/12/1899  |  Boxpark Liverpool  |  Tickets
FAMILY FEASTIVAL — Sundays at BOXPARK Liverpool mean food deals, games, and easygoing family fun with great music and atmosphere.
12:00-30/12/1899  |  Boxpark Liverpool  |  Free (Booking Required)
SHOSTAKOVICH SYMPHONY NO.7 — Experience Shostakovich’s Leningrad Symphony and a new concerto in a performance that fills the room with power and emotion.
14:00  |  Liverpool Philharmonic Hall  |  Tickets
THE JOHN MCGAHERN ANNUAL BOOK PRIZE — Celebrate emerging writers and hear excerpts from Anna Fitzgerald’s Girl in the Making, winner of the John McGahern Prize.
17:30  |  Victoria Gallery & Museum  |  Free (Booking Required)
JACK DEE — Jack Dee’s new show focuses on life’s smallest frustrations, from Zoom etiquette to radiator obsessions, all delivered with his signature dry wit.
20:00  |  Liverpool Philharmonic Hall  |  Tickets
TAYLOR SWIFT NIGHT - THE LIFE OF A SHOWGIRL ALBUM RELEASE PARTY — Join fellow Swifties to celebrate Taylor’s latest release The Life of a Showgirl with themed music and vibes.
20:00-30/12/1899  |  Camp And Furnace  |  Tickets

MON 20 OCT

URBANISM+/HERITAGE TALK — Explore how urban development meets cultural preservation in this thoughtful talk on cities and heritage.
12:00-30/12/1899  |  19 Abercromby Square  |  Free (Booking Required)
LIVERPOOL BOOK CLUB: WHAT A TIME TO BE ALONE: THE SLUMFLOWER’S GUIDE TO WHY — Liverpool Book Club dives into What a Time to Be Alone, a sharp guide on self-worth and setting boundaries.
18:30-30/12/1899  |  Black Sheep Coffee  |  Free (Booking Required)
JAMES MAY — James May brings explorers’ stories to life through humor and storytelling in his first live theatre tour.
19:30  |  Liverpool Philharmonic Hall  |  Tickets

TUE 21 OCT

SING-ALONG — A relaxed community sing-along where everyone’s welcome—join in or just enjoy the music.
14:00-30/12/1899  |  Sefton Park Palm House  |  Free
THE HERITAGE INSTITUTE: SEMINAR SERIES - A LOCAL INITIATIVE — A seminar exploring Birkenhead Park’s UNESCO bid and the secret wartime history of New Brighton’s New Palace Arcade.
16:15-17:30  |  19 Abercromby Square  |  Free (Booking Required)
CRAFTS AND CREATIVES @ ARTEFACT — Hands-on creativity at Artefact with sketching, painting, and crafts—make something and take it home.
19:00-30/12/1899  |  Artefact, Liverpool  |  Tickets
ROSIE JONES: I CAN’T TELL WHAT SHE’S SAYING — Rosie Jones returns to the stage with her new stand-up show, bringing sharp humor and unapologetic energy.
19:30  |  Everyman  |  Tickets
STAMPS AND STORIES - THE JOURNEY WE CARRY IN OUR IRISH PASSPORTS — Stories from those who travel with Irish passports, reflecting on identity and connection through generations.
20:00  |  Liverpool Irish Centre  |  Tickets
⭐️ BREAKING THE CODE — A gripping portrait of Alan Turing, the mind behind the Enigma breakthrough and a life defined by brilliance and tragedy.
30/12/1899  |  Playhouse  |  Tickets

WED 22 OCT

KERRY ELLIS: QUEEN OF THE WEST END — Kerry Ellis looks back on her extraordinary career in musical theatre, from Wicked to We Will Rock You.
19:30-30/12/1899  |  The Atkinson  |  Tickets
MELLOWTONE X MILAP PRESENTS: THE TAPI PROJECT — The Tapi Project blends Indian storytelling with jazz, rock, and folk for a sound that’s vivid, layered, and distinctly modern.
19:30  |  Downstairs at the Everyman  |  Tickets

THU 23 OCT

ENVIRONMENT IN SCIENCE FICTION: THE VIEW FROM THE ARCHIVE — Explore the history of environmental themes in science fiction through rare materials from the University of Liverpool archives.
16:30-17:30  |  Sydney Jones Library, University of Liverpool  |  Free (Booking Required)
PROFESSOR GILES YEO PUBLIC LECTURE — Professor Giles Yeo unpacks the science of hunger, genetics, and why obesity is more biology than choice.
17:00-19:00  |  Tithebarn Building, Liverpool John Moores University  |  Free (Booking Required)
BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT FOR YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS LIVERPOOL — A networking night connecting Liverpool’s young entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators shaping the city’s tech scene.
18:00-21:00  |  One Fine Day & Little Leaf  |  Tickets
LIVERPOOL NETWORK: TECH STARTUPS, PROFESSIONALS & INVESTORS CONNECT EVENT — Tech founders, investors, and professionals meet in Liverpool to share ideas and spark collaborations.
18:00-21:00  |  One Fine Day & Little Leaf  |  Tickets
AN EXTREMELY UN-GET-ATABLE PLACE: GEORGE ORWELL ON JURA - CRAIG EASTON — Photographer Craig Easton launches his new book inspired by George Orwell’s time on Jura, blending literature and landscape.
19:00-22:00  |  Ropes & Twines Liverpool  |  Tickets
⭐️ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET - THE SLEEPING BEAUTY — English National Ballet’s The Sleeping Beauty brings fairytale magic and grandeur to the stage.
19:00  |  Liverpool Empire  |  Tickets
⭐️ WELCOME HOME/FÁILTE ABHAILE — Welcome Home/Fáilte Abhaile blends music and dance in a joyful performance celebrating arrivals and community.
19:30-22:00  |  Sefton Park Palm House  |  Tickets
BRAHMS SYMPHONY NO.4 — Brahms’ final symphony meets new voices as conductor Kristiina Poska and violinist Inmo Yang make their Liverpool debut.
19:30  |  Liverpool Philharmonic Hall  |  Tickets
JAMES ACASTER: WORK IN PROGRESS — James Acaster tests new material live—expect ideas, tangents, and his unmistakable comic rhythm.
19:30  |  Everyman  |  Tickets