📣 What's On In Liverpool (20-26 Feb)

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

February 19, 2026

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😋 Best places to eat Scouse on Global Scouse Day: Global Scouse Day is back on 28 February, which means it’s almost time to celebrate Liverpool’s most famous dish properly. Here’s where to grab a bowl and join in.

🎵 What’s on at the Tung Auditorium this Spring/Summer: There’s a lot more on the way this spring at Liverpool’s sleek Tung Auditorium. The Spring and Summer 2026 program is packed with live music across genres, from big names to the kind of performers you’ll be glad you didn’t miss.

📣 Art After Dark: 16 Birkenhead Venues Unite For Creative Celebration: Art After Dark takes over Birkenhead on 20 March, with 16 venues opening their doors for a town-wide night of art, workshops, and open studios.

🇨🇳 Royal Albert Dock’s Free Fiesta of Fire And Chinese New Year Celebrations: Fiesta of Fire returns on Sat 21 February, the Year of the Horse animation lights up the dock each evening until Sun 22 February.

🎷 Liverpool International Jazz Festival 2026 Preview: Liverpool International Jazz Festival is back from 26 February to 1 March, bringing bold, contemporary jazz to the Capstone Theatre and venues across the city.

GRAB YOUR DIARY
What’s On…

Below are the best happening from this Friday 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 20 FEB

SLOW FLOW YOGA - MOVE, BREATHE & UNWIND — This all-levels yoga session focuses on steady movement and breath, offering space to stretch, build strength, and ease tension at a manageable pace.
18:30-19:30  |  ROCO  |  Tickets
THE CAVERN CLUB BEATLES - LIVE TRIBUTE SHOW — This Liverpool-based tribute recreates The Beatles’ Cavern Club era with period detail, familiar hits, and a live show built around the band’s early energy.
19:30-23:30  |  Cavern Club  |  Tickets
BINGO LINGO — Held in the Baltic Triangle, this high-energy twist on bingo mixes classic number-calling with music and crowd participation for a Friday night crowd.
18:30-23:00  |  Camp And Furnace  |  Tickets

SAT 21 FEB

ELDER EMO DAY PARTY IN LIVERPOOL! — An all-day party dedicated to emo and pop-punk invites longtime fans to revisit the songs they grew up with, soundtracked by DJs spinning familiar anthems.
16:00-20:00  |  Arts Club  |  Tickets
INTIRAVE LIVERPOOL | REGGAETON AT SOHO — SOHO launches a new chapter with a reggaeton night led by DJ Ozu and Kevin Plata, setting the tone for regular Latin club nights in the city.
22:00-03:00  |  Soho Bar Liverpool  |  Tickets
KINGDOM COMBAT MMA #11 — Kingdom Combat Championship returns with its eleventh event, presenting a full card of MMA bouts in partnership with Empire Combat Pass.
15:00  |  BOXPARK Liverpool  |  Tickets
THE SELF-CONCEPT SHIFT — This mindset-focused workshop encourages you to examine how you see yourself and explore practical shifts aimed at starting the year with clearer intent.
12:00-01:30  |  Thoughtfully Cafe  |  Tickets
DISNEY LIVE! - A THEMED NIGHT WITH TRIBUTES AT BLUNDELL STREET RESTAURANT — Blundell Street Restaurant hosts a live tribute night featuring Beth McCann performing a selection of well-known Disney songs in a themed setting.
18:30  |  Blundells Supper Club  |  Tickets
DANCEONARRIVAL X MUSICA: KOLTER AT GRAND CENTRAL DOME — Kolter headlines the Grand Central Dome, a venue long associated with Liverpool’s dance scene, for a night shaped by house-driven club sounds.
22:00-05:00  |  The Dome At Grand Central Hall  |  Tickets
CLUB ANTHEMS - DAYTIME SPECIAL — Camp and Furnace turns daytime into a dancefloor with a run of late 90s and early 00s club tracks, offering nostalgia without the late-night finish.
14:00-19:00  |  Camp And Furnace  |  Tickets
DEFINITELY OASIS - LIVERPOOL 2026 — Definitely Oasis return with a two-hour set focused on the band’s biggest songs, aiming to capture both the sound and look of the original lineup.
19:00-22:00  |  Hangar 34  |  Tickets
⭐️ WHITE STAR LINE GRAND TOUR — After booking, a member of the tour team will arrange your visit, guiding you through Liverpool’s White Star Line history at a scheduled time.
10:00-21:00  |  White Star Line Hotel  |  Tickets
TRIPLE HEADLINE COMEDY — This recurring comedy night brings together three headline acts from across the UK, with food and live music available throughout the day at Blackstock Market.
19:00-20:30  |  Hot Water Comedy Club At Blackstock Market  |  Tickets
SUMMER IN NASHVILLE PRESENTS COUNTRY ROADSHOW - LIVERPOOL — Country music, themed games, and Nashville-inspired energy arrive in Liverpool for a night that leans into boots, hats, and singalong choruses.
18:00-23:00  |  Invisible Wind Factory  |  Tickets
MINI RAVERS XXL - LIVERPOOL — Mini Ravers XXL turns the dancefloor into a shared party for children and adults, pairing club-style production with a family-friendly focus.
13:00-15:30  |  Invisible Wind Factory  |  Tickets
⭐️ UNDER-5S CONCERTS: MAGIC FOREST — Presenter Claire Henry and Royal Liverpool Philharmonic musicians guide young children through a musical journey in an enchanted forest, inviting them to join the adventure.
14:45  |  Music Room, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic  |  Tickets
LOST IN MUSIC — This disco-themed show revisits the era of glitter balls and dancefloor grooves, building a set around well-known hits from a defining musical period.
19:30  |  Liverpool Philharmonic Hall  |  Tickets
⭐️ THE SHOW MUST GO ON — This Queen tribute focuses on recreating the band’s live presence, delivering a set packed with familiar songs and theatrical flair.
19:30  |  M&S Bank Arena  |  Tickets
THE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES — Featuring performers who replicate the look and sound of the original lineup, this Beatles tribute revisits the humor and hits that defined the Fab Four.
19:30  |  Liverpool Empire  |  Tickets

SUN 22 FEB

⭐️ LUNAR NEW YEAR WATERCOLOUR WORKSHOP: SAKURA FLOWER — Celebrate Lunar New Year with a beginner-friendly watercolour workshop centered on painting sakura, with guidance on technique and symbolism.
12:00-15:00  |  Cass Art  |  Tickets
FREE FAMILY FUNDAY AT BLACKSTOCK MARKET — Blackstock Market opens its doors for a free family day featuring kids’ activities, live entertainment, and plenty of food options under one roof.
10:00-13:00  |  Blackstock Market  |  Free (Booking Required)
FAMILY FEASTIVAL — Food deals run alongside live music, arts and crafts, face painting, and a kids’ quiz, shaping an afternoon that’s clearly geared toward families.
12:00-16:00  |  Boxpark Liverpool  |  Tickets
⭐️ LARK LANE MONTHLY FLEAMARKET — More than 40 stalls line Lark Lane with preloved finds, from silver jewellery and records to books, toys, antiques, and assorted collectibles.
10:00-16:00  |  The Old Police Station  |  Tickets
PAUL DUNBAR - 'THE END' ALBUM LAUNCH — Paul Dunbar marks the release of his solo album The End with a live set shaped by soul-infused rock and blues rooted in Liverpool.
20:00  |  Music Room, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic  |  Tickets
AINTREE ANTIQUE AND VINTAGE FLEA — Held at Aintree Racecourse, this antiques and collectors fair spans indoor and outdoor stalls, appealing to both casual browsers and trade buyers.
09:00-15:00  |  Aintree Racecourse  |  Tickets
⭐️ MINDFUL 'FOREST SCHOOL FOR GROWN UPS' — Forest Bathing meets hands-on outdoor activities in this session designed for adults, combining reflection with creative tasks usually reserved for school settings.
10:00-12:30  |  Lodge Plantation, Runcorn  |  Tickets
THE FIRST BOOK SWAP OF 2026 - BOOKS IN BARS — Bring a few books you’re ready to pass on, enjoy a drink at Arts Bar in the Baltic, then browse the reorganized donations to find something new for your shelves.
13:00  |  Arts Bar, Baltic  |  Free

MON 23 FEB

MINGLE 'N' MIXER — Emerging artists from across the North West share live music, poetry, and DJ sets in an evening built around new voices and collaboration.
19:00-23:00  |  Artefact   |  Tickets

TUE 24 FEB

WATERFRONT RESIDENTS MEETING 2026 — Waterfront residents can hear about upcoming events and developments, meet the people behind them, and ask questions about how the year ahead may shape the neighborhood.
18:00-19:30  |  ACC Liverpool  |  Free (Booking Required)
BLACK CAT ZINE CLUB - SCREEN TO ZINE MOVIES EDITION! — This movie-themed session of Black Cat Zine Club invites you to create handmade zines inspired by favorite films, scenes, and screen icons.
18:00-20:00  |  Black Cat - Bar, Coffee & Bottle Shop  |  Free (Booking Required)
JACK SAVORETTI — With the release of Do It For Love, Jack Savoretti brings his latest material to the stage, blending dramatic orchestration with his established songwriting style.
20:00  |  Liverpool Philharmonic Hall  |  Tickets
⭐️ MATTHEW BOURNE'S PRODUCTION OF THE RED SHOES — Matthew Bourne’s take on The Red Shoes adapts the classic story into a dance production that explores ambition, obsession, and the cost of artistic drive.
19:30  |  Liverpool Empire  |  Tickets

WED 25 FEB

WEDNESDAY SALSA SOCIAL — Ellena leads a beginner-friendly salsa class followed by social dancing, making it easy to come alone or with friends and leave with a few new steps.
19:00-21:00  |  Boxpark Liverpool   |  Tickets
THE PEACEFUL HOUR 2 — Julie and Tim prepare for someone else’s wedding in this sequel, where familiar characters navigate love, loyalty, and a dress that recalls 80s soap nostalgia.
19:30  |  1 Roe Street  |  Tickets
NOTES ON A JOURNEY – ENSEMBLE 10:10 — Ensemble 10:10 pairs historic harpsichord with contemporary composition, as Mahan Esfahani performs modern works that challenge assumptions about the instrument.
19:30  |  The Tung Auditorium  |  Tickets

THU 26 FEB

⭐️ LIVERPOOL INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL FRINGE 2026 — Small venues across the city host fringe performances tied to the jazz festival, highlighting both local players and visiting artists in close-up settings.
08:00-12:00  |  QU A RR Y  |  Tickets
⭐️ BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL - LIVERPOOL — The Banff Red Film Programme brings a curated selection of outdoor adventure films to Liverpool, showcasing stories set in some of the world’s most striking landscapes.
19:30-22:15  |  Plaza Cinema  |  Tickets
DEEP REST: A BREATH-WORK & SOUND BATH EXPERIENCE — Guided breath-work paired with a sound bath creates a slower-paced session designed to help you unwind and reset through focused breathing and ambient tones.
19:30-20:30  |  Rodney Chambers  |  Tickets
⭐️ DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS INTO THE MAGIC — From Belle and Moana to Miguel, Anna, and Rapunzel, this ice show threads together multiple Disney stories through skating, staging, and familiar songs.
18:30  |  M&S Bank Arena  |  Tickets

LOOKING AHEAD 👇

SAT 28 FEB — ⭐️ THE EVERLY BROTHERS BY CANDLELIGHT — Candlelight sets the mood for a tribute to the Everly Brothers, with close harmonies and classic songwriting recreated in a more intimate setting. (The Tung Auditorium)
SAT 28 FEB — THE LIVERPOOL 5K, 10K AND HALF MARATHON WINTER WARMER RUN — Runners can choose between 5K, 10K, or half marathon distances in this winter event, making it accessible whether you’re chasing a personal best or just keeping active. (Croxteth Hall And Country Park)
MON 2 MAR — THE BILLY JOEL SONGBOOK — Elio Pace and his band dig into decades of Billy Joel songs, turning the spotlight on the piano-led hits and deep cuts that defined his songwriting career. (Royal Hall)
WED 4 MAR — WAR OF THE WORLDS — Jeff Wayne’s musical retelling of War of the Worlds combines orchestra, narration, and staging to bring the sci-fi story to life in a theatrical concert format. (Playhouse)
SAT 7 MAR — ⭐️ THE ARTISAN CRAFT & SPIRIT FESTIVAL — Distillers and craft makers gather for tastings and demonstrations, offering the chance to browse handmade goods while learning more about small-scale production. (St George’s Hall)
SAT 14 MAR — ⭐️ PADDYS DAY CARNIVAL — Invisible Wind Factory hosts a full-day St. Patrick’s celebration with Irish-themed music and entertainment, turning the venue into a lively carnival atmosphere. (Invisible Wind Factory)
WED 25 MAR — GREG DAVIES — After seven years away from touring, Greg Davies returns to the stage with new stand-up, revisiting everyday frustrations and absurdities in his own unmistakable style. (M&S Bank Arena)
THU 26 MAR — RICHARD ASHCROFT — Richard Ashcroft blends solo material with The Verve favorites on a UK arena run, offering a setlist that spans Britpop anthems and reflective ballads. (M&S Bank Arena)
SUN 29 MAR — GORILLAZ — Animation, visuals, and a live band come together as Gorillaz celebrate their latest album, mixing virtual personas with a full-scale concert production. (M&S Bank Arena)
SAT 4 APR — HOT WHEELS MONSTER TRUCKS LIVE — Oversized Hot Wheels trucks roar into the arena for stunt sequences, special effects, and a family-focused live show built around spectacle and speed. (M&S Bank Arena)
MON 6 APR — 2:22 A GHOST STORY — This touring thriller builds its tension around a single question asked nightly at 2:22am, drawing the audience into a tightly wound mystery that unfolds in real time. (Liverpool Empire)
SAT 20 JUN — ⭐️ AFRICA OYÉ — Sefton Park fills with African and Caribbean music, street food, and cultural showcases for two days, continuing a long-running festival known for its relaxed, family-friendly feel. (Sefton Park)