If you are looking to spend a day in Liverpool or how to spend a weekend in Liverpool then this What's On Guide will help you. With 51 things to do in Liverpool this month there is plenty to keep you busy whether you are spending it with the family, friends, your partner or on your own. Liverpool is my favourite city as it has so much to offer and there is something for everyone.
Theatre, Shows, Music and Concerts
There is nothing better than watching a live show. Luckily in Liverpool there are lots of venues that can provide live Entertainment whether it's a theatre show, live music or seeing your favourite artist or band.
Liverpool Empire, Lime St, Liverpool L1 1JE
Disney's Aladdin - Dec 11th - 5th Jan 2025
Already seen by over 14 million people worldwide, this exuberant production, based on the 1992 animated film is filled with unforgettable magic, comedy, breathtaking sets and dazzling costumes. It also features new music, alongside all the smash hit songs by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, “Friend Like Me”, “A Whole New World”, “One Jump Ahead”, “Prince Ali”, and “Arabian Nights”.
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Everton Legends 40th Anniversary - 12th Jan 2025
Starring Graeme Sharp, Tony Cottee, Ian Snodin and Peter Reid. Come and listen to stories and anecdotes from their glittering careers as footballers and their rise to fame in the sporting world. From memorable matches to behind-the-scenes stories, fall outs, managers they played under and everything you would expect to hear from three stars of the football world.
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BOST Musicals Presents Annie - Jan 16th - Jan 18th 2025
Who could not love the tale of the feisty 11-year-old redhead who spars with the disillusioned Miss Hannigan at the NYC orphanage, then ends up adopted with the dog Sandy, by the billionaire Oliver Warbucks? But this journey was no Easy Street and it didn't happen as immediately as Tomorrow! Come and watch how Annie's Hard Knock Life is turned around. It certainly was a New Deal For Christmas for Annie and tickets for this show will surely make great Christmas presents for you, your friends and family.
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Bat Out Of Hell - Jan 20th - Jan 25th 2025
This heart-pounding experience, with a powerhouse eight-piece live band on stage, delivers a new production with sprawling multi-level platforms to transport you from Raven’s bedroom to the underground world of the Lost in a visual feast that pushes the boundaries of live theatre.
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Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman - Jan 27th 2025
Cheer on Hugh Jackman, lust after Zac Efron as you experience The Greatest Showman in the greatest way possible - with lyrics on the screen so you can join in as loud as you want. And it’s marching on to the beat we drum.
The live host will teach you a unique set of dance moves that will truly make you come alive. As they show you how to use our interactive prop bags. YOU the audience will rewrite the stars! It couldn’t be easier or more fun! Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential.
Please note this is a screening of the movie not a live stage show.
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Queen Extravaganza - Jan 28th 2025
This spectacular 90-minute show features more than 20 fan favourites drawn from Queen’s biggest hits including We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, Another One Bites the Dust, Crazy Little Thing Called Love and the phenomenal anthem Bohemian Rhapsody.
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Greg Davies - Jan 29th - Feb 1st 2025
Greg Davies is heading back out on tour for the first time in 7 years with his brand-new 2025 stand-up show Full Fat Legend.
Star of shows such as Taskmaster, The Inbetweeners, The Cleaner, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Man Down and Cuckoo, this is Greg’s biggest live tour yet.
This event is SOLD OUT however you can CLICK HERE to find out more information, prices and to book tickets for other venues
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M&S Bank Arena, King's Dock, Port of Liverpool, 16 Monarchs Quay, Liverpool L3 4FP
Dean Z - The Ultimate Elvis - Jan 18th 2025
Direct from the USA, Dean Z, star of the “Elvis Tribute Artists World Tour” and winner of Elvis Presley Enterprises’ “Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest” brings his very own all-new high energy Elvis tribute show to the UK in 2025. “Dean Z - The Ultimate Elvis” is a musical journey spanning the 20 year career of the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll”, from his rise to fame in the 1950s, to his infamous Las Vegas performances of the 1970’s. Dean Z performs each incredible era of the king backed by a powerful 11-piece band, horn section, incredible background vocalists and immersive video content for a truly unforgettable concert experience!
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Killer Queen - Jan 24th 2025
Killer Queen have been performing their tribute to Queen’s concert since 1993. Their expert musicianship, extraordinary energy and accurate portrayal of the world’s greatest live band have rightfully earned them the title of Queen tribute royalty. Thrilling sell-out audiences across the globe from the UK to the US. Killer Queen recreates the high energy, powerful phenomenon that was Queen live.
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live - Jan 25th - Jan 26th 2025
Following the success of Glow Party, Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ is thrilled to announce its new theme for 2025: Glow-N-Fire. This exciting new experience will feature the same level of fun and excitement that fans have come to expect, but with an added fiery twist. Get ready for more heat and action.
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Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour - Jan 28th - Jan 29th 2025
Hold on to your sequins, shine up those dance shoes, and prepare for a show of pure glitz, glamour, and jaw-dropping excitement—because the Strictly Come Dancing Live Tour is back, and it promises to be bigger, brighter, and more brilliant than ever!
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The Drifters - Jan 31st 2025
The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including ‘Saturday Night at the Movies', ‘You’re More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin’ In The Back Row’ and many more!
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Liverpool Playhouse, Williamson Square, Liverpool L1 1EL
The Rocky Horror Picture Show - Dec 3rd - Jan 4th 2025
Having been seen by over 35 million theatregoers, The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids – Brad and his fiancée Janet. When by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way to visit their former college professor, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank-N-Furter. It is an adventure they’ll never forget, filled with fun, frolics, frocks, and frivolity.
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Mark Thomas - Gaffa Tapes - Jan 23rd 2025
If you don’t know what he does ask your parents. In his time he has won awards, forced a politician to resign, changed laws on tax and protest, become Guinness Book of Records world record holder for number of protests in 24 hours, taken the police to court 3 times and won, walked the length of the Israeli Wall in the West Bank and generally mucked about trying to have fun.
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Nina Conti - Whose Face Is It Anyway? - Jan 25th 2025
The virtuoso ventriloquist, BAFTA nominee and British Comedy Award winner is back! Nina presents an unparalleled, unscripted brand-new show that delves deep into who we are, hijacking faces to spark a bold, hysterical reality warp.
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Everyman Theatre, 5-11 Hope Street, Liverpool L1 9BH
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Liverpool Olympia, West Derby Road, Liverpool, L6 9BY
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Royal Court, 1 Roe St, Liverpool L1 1HL
The Scouse Red Riding Hood - Nov 21st 2024 - Jan 25th 2025
Little Red is off her head. Her nan’s in bed and the wolf’s not fed. With a pan of scouse and a loaf of bread, she’s off to the forest where the woodsman led. What’s that noise? It’s the sound of the Royal Court Christmas show coming steaming back into town! Jam-packed with jokes and incredible live music, this is the only way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! This is a show that’s for grownups only so leave the kids at home and have a night out for yourself!
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Philharmonic Hall, Hope St, Liverpool L1 9BP
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Parks, Outdoors and National Trust
Fresh air is so important and in Liverpool there are lots of parks outdoor adventures and a National Trust to enjoy. Something for all the family.
Speke Hall, The Walk, Speke, Liverpool L24 1XD
Speke Hall is one of my favourite National Trust properties. It has something for everyone including the rare Tudor manor that sits amongst beautiful gardens and a large estate with acres of fields and woodlands to enjoy.
The estate has Woodland play areas giving the kids the chance to burn off some energy , an interactive Giant Childe of Hale play trail and a mind-boggling hedge maze.
There are no events listed for January 2025 but I will update as soon as events are released
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Otterspool Adventure, 37 Otterspool Dr, Aigburth, Liverpool L17 5AL
Otterspool Adventure is a outdoor play centre overlooking the river Mersey. Choose from a Petting Farm, Adventure Golf, Bouncing Pillow, Go Karts, Racing Rangers, Playground and Diggers. It's the perfect way for little ones to burn off some energy and have lots of fun.
There are no events listed for January 2025 but I will update as soon as events are released
To find out more about events happening this month click through to Otterspool Adventure
Calderstones Park, Liverpool, L18 3JB
As well as a lovely park with a children's play area and ice cream parlour, Calderstones park offers lots of free activities each month.
Workshop, Nature and Art - Jan 17th 2025
Join us for a gentle stroll around Calderstones Park where we’ll use mindfulness techniques to engage with our environment and collect items that we find along the way. We’ll then return to the warmth of the Mansion House and craft something inspiring with what we’ve collected. From dream catchers to nature hangings, nature paintings to prints, we’ll enjoy taking a moment for ourselves. Ticket includes all materials, biscuits and unlimited tea and coffee.
Winter Wellbeing Workshop, Wonder Poetry - Jan 18th 2025
Join us for an uplifting afternoon of wellbeing and light inspired by this year’s Reader Bookshelf theme: Wonder. ‘Wonder’ is about surprise and encountering other points of view. ‘Wonder’ will remind us to notice the changing seasons and the natural world, as we open the door to new experiences and connections at Calderstones Park.
Burns Night Dinner - Jan 24th 2025
Celebrate Scotland’s national poet with an atmospheric evening of hearty food and traditional poetry. The night begins with a warm welcome and a whiskey cocktail as you arrive at the beautiful Mansion House. Settle into our elegant dining room to enjoy a delicious Scottish themed tasting menu prepared by our in-house chefs, each course will be carefully paired with a specially selected whiskey.
Winnie the Pooh in the Wood - Jan 25th 2025
Wrap up warm, we’re setting off around Calderstones Park in search of Winnie the Pooh, Piglet and Tigger! Our Storyhunters are leading a magical journey into the Hundred Acre Wood to craft something special and rediscover the wonderful wintery stories of our favourite yellow bear and his pals.
Burns Night Cèilidh - Jan 25th 2025
We’re going bigger and better this year and welcoming back traditional Liverpudlian Cèilidh band The Saltcutters back to the Mansion House for our famous Burns Night celebrations. A hearty Scottish stew prepared by our in-house chefs is included with each ticket to fuel your evening of dancing, poetry and merriment, and our beautiful bar will be open throughout. For those who fancy a breather from the fast and furious fray of the Cèilidh, there will also the option to browse selections of the work of Scotland's national bard in our cosy Reading Rooms.
Every Monday - Shared Reading - Relax into an hour long reading session lead by one of our friendly trained Reader Leaders.
Every Thursday - Chatty Cafe - Sit at the Chatty Café table for a chat with a stranger.
Every Thursday - Poetry Walk - Join in with a restorative walk around the park, accompanied by some nourishing poems.
Every Friday - Upcycling Group - Together bring old or rejected furniture back to life and give it a new, worthy home.
First Sunday of the month - Board Games - Join in with an afternoon of board and card games to meet new people, discover exciting new games and revisit beloved old games.
Last Sunday of the month - Make at the Mansion House - Join in with their monthly, drop-in arts and crafts sessions.
To find out more about events happening this month click through to Visit Calderstones
Sefton Park, Liverpool L17 1AP
Sefton Park features many distinctive curved paths perfect for a walk whatever the weather. Amongst the park's many features are a boating lake, replica statues of Eros and Peter Pan and a café. The park is also home to the famous Palm House, a fabulous glass-panelled building that has been restored to its former glory.
To find out more about events happening click through to Sefton Palm House
Croxteth Hall and Country Park, Liverpool L11 1EH
Croxteth Country Park is open to visitors all year round. Croxteth Hall is open for Upstairs Downstairs tours and various events throughout the year. The Victorian Walled Garden is open from 10am to 3pm daily (last admission 2.30pm).
Croxteth Park Farm is a traditional working Victorian Farm set within the grounds of Croxteth Hall and Country Park and was formally owned by the late Lord Sefton’s estate.
To find out more about events happening this month click through to What's On At Croxteth Park
Indoor Entertainment Venues
Whether it's a date night, a night with friends, colleagues or just a rainy day, Liverpool has lots of entertainment venues suitable for all ages.
Bongo's Bingo, Cains Brewery Village, Liverpool L8 5RE
Bongo’s Bingo promises a wild night of fun and laughs as you battle it out for the chance to win iconic prizes from giant pink unicorns and Henry Hoovers to mobility scooters and karaoke machines at each and every show.
To book a night out visit Bongo's Bingo
ArCains, Cains Brewery, Liverpool L8 5SD
ArCains, brings gaming to Liverpool’s legendary Cains Brewery Village. Featuring a huge range of arcade machines and PC's it has everything for your gaming needs.
To find out and to book visit Arcains
Golf Fang, Cains Brewery, Liverpool L8 5SD
Golf Fang is not your average crazy golf course and they don’t do things by half! With 18 holes of pure entertainment in an environment surrounded by bespoke art, giving you something new to explore and be inspired by at every turn. With an amazing atmosphere, DJs, cocktails and street food added to the mix, you will want to come and see what all the fuss is about!
Book online at Golf Fang
Junkyard Golf, 1 Paradise St, Liverpool L1 8JF
Get ready to take a walk on the weird side. Three mashed up golf courses that will take you on a twisted journey. Whether you care about winning or are just in for the ride.
Book online at Junkyard Golf
Gravity Max, Chavasse Park, Liverpool L1 3DF
Gravity Max has everything under one roof to keep you entertained. Choose from a range of activities including E-Karting, Hologate VR, Immersive Gamebox, AR Bowling, AR Digital Darts plus lots more.
Also there are three bars to choose from, as well as Liverpool’s largest rooftop terrace with self-service beer pumps and a retractable roof so you can soak up the sights of the city, whatever the weather.
To book activities visit Gravity Max or visit the What's On Guide
Team Sport Indoor Go Karting, 182 Sefton St, Liverpool L3 4BQ
Teamsport Indoor Karting boasts the quickest karts on the longest track in Liverpool. Are you ready to unleash the power of 200cc petrol Go Karts on breath-taking straights & challenging bends on the UK’s #1 indoor karting circuit. Only a 10 minute drive from Liverpool One, the 850m track means you can put pedal to the metal taking on rapid straights and 17 corners. Whether a corporate event, stag & hen do, or a family day out you’ll soon find out who the real champion is!
Book a race at Team Sport Indoor Go Karting
Escape Rooms
Escape rooms are a great activity to enjoy with your partner, colleagues, friends or family. Escape rooms in Liverpool offer lots of different themed rooms perfect for beginners right up to pro's.
Escape Live, Liverpool One, 3 College Ln, Liverpool L1 3DS
One of our favourite Escape Room Venues, Escape Live has everything you want from an escape room. All rooms are themed such as Prison Break, Peaky Blinders and Horrible Histories. It really does offer a unique form of entertainment. There are 7 to choose from perfect for escape room beginners to experts.
To find out more, prices and to book - visit Escape Live or click to read our review
Escape Hunt, Atlantic Pavilion Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4AE
Situated at the Albert Dock Escape Hunt is packed with excitement, you and your teammates will leap into new worlds completing ground-breaking missions. Work as a team to find clues, solve puzzles and complete challenges before the time runs out. This isn’t something you watch, it’s something you experience – right in the heart of the action.
To find out more, prices and to book - visit Escape Hunt
Breakout Liverpool, 7-11 Sir Thomas St, Liverpool, L1 6BW
Breakout Liverpool is a unique activity - perfect for friends, families, colleagues, or even date nights! In teams of 2 - 5 people, you have 60 minutes to solve the puzzles, complete the challenges, and escape from one of our 13 uniquely themed escape rooms!
To find out more, prices and to book visit Breakout Liverpool or click to read our review
GAME OVER, 68-76 Kempston Street, Liverpool, L3 8HL
Game Over Escape Rooms are themed to the last detail to enhance your experience. Game Over have created a unique movie like setting with puzzles and electronics that´ll make your jaw drop! Each room in Escape Game Over takes the game to a whole new level
To find out more and to book - visit GAME OVER or click to read our review
Trampoline and Indoor Play Centres
Visit Trampoline Parks and Indoor Play Centres in Liverpool, a great way to burn off some energy on a rainy day.
Flip Out Aintree, Unit V6 Topham Drive Aintree Racecourse Retail & Business Park Aintree Liverpool L9 5AL
Flip Out, Liverpool is not just a trampoline park, it is so much more. Flip Out is home to a 65ft donut slide, total wipeout, cyber towers, drop slide, stunt boxes, a huge interconnected trampoline arena and lots more.
Visit Flip Out Aintree to find out more, prices and to book or read our most recent review
Flip Out Liverpool, Unit 6 (Lower Ground and Upper Ground Floors), Clayton Square Shopping Centre, Liverpool L1 1QR
Located in Clayton Square Shopping Centre, Flip Out Liverpool has 3 floors filled with attractions for the whole family to enjoy. You'll be spoiled for choice. They're the ultimate indoor adventure park in Liverpool!
There are 9 activities to choose from including Laser Quest, Bumper Cars, Battle Canon Arena, Interactive Football, Roller Rink, Floor Is Fire, Ninja Playground, Ball Pit and Soft Play.
Visit Flip Out Liverpool to find out more, prices and to book or read our most recent review
Air Unlimited, Unit 4, Compass East, Speke, Liverpool L24 1YH
Want to keep the whole family entertained for hours, no matter the weather? All you need is an adrenaline-boosting session at Air Unlimited- The Ultimate Urban Playground! Bounce your way across interconnected trampolines, practice your flips and tricks down one of four tumble tracks, Try and beat the tilt in the inflatable playground before launching head first down our Slick Slides.
Air Unlimited is Liverpool’s Ultimate Urban Playground, with Trampolines, Inflatables and Slick Slides under the same roof!
Visit Air Unlimited to find out more, prices and to book or read our most recent review
Bounce House, Glacier Buildings Harrington Road Liverpool L3 4ED
Bounce House offers an exhilarating experience for kids and adults alike, with a wide range of inflatable attractions that will have everyone bouncing with joy. From massive slides to exciting obstacle courses, we guarantee non-stop laughter and fun for the whole family.
Visit Bounce House to find out more, prices and to book
Jump Inc, Hunts Cross Shopping Centre, Unit C-F, Triumph Way, Speke Hall Rd, Liverpool L24 9GB
You’ll be blown away by the huge variety of activities that Jump Inc Liverpool has to offer. The epic arena of interconnecting trampoline and inflatable wonderland are just two of the activities to enjoy. Put your footy skills to the test with the cutting-edge robotic goalkeeper, it’s the UK’s 3rd Robokeeper! Use strategy and your lightning-fast reflexes to beat your mates in the huge neon laser tag arena. Wanna test your agility and reaction time? Race against your pals on the reaction walls and epic ninja obstacle course! And that’s not all— play in the 5-a-side footy cage where epic matches unfold, and even unleash your inner Gladiator on the state-of-the-art travelator.
Visit Jump Inc to find out more, prices and to book.
Sector 8, Unit 2 Broad Ln, Norris Green, Liverpool L11 1AD
Sector 8 is an indoor inflatable theme park, with fun filled inflatable activities joined together under one roof to enjoy whatever your age or ability. The huge inflatable arena features a huge ball pool, inflatable climbing wall, lots of mega slides, plus lots more exciting features and lots more. The children’s Play centre also has an indoor football pitch to use included in your session!
Visit Sector 8 to find out more, prices and to book.
Ninja Warrior UK (Liverpool), Unit L3, New Mersey Retail, Liverpool L24 8QB
Inspired by the hit tv show Ninja Warrior UK a new adventure park has arrived in Liverpool. The adventure park is a supervised fitness and activity venue that has something for all ages and abilities. We were lucky to join in with the opening celebrations and we were amongst the first to try out the inflatables, the obstacle courses and we tried to beat the wall.
Visit Ninja Warrior UK to find out more, prices and to book or read our most recent review
There should be more than enough to keep you busy this month in Liverpool. If you do visit any of our recommendations please do let us know. We would love to hear about your visit.
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