Author: Sarah Latcham

Acts taking to the stage on day 2 of Big Weekend announced

Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 is set to be a star-studded event, with Aitch, AJ Tracey, Inhaler, Wolf Alice, and more joining the lineup for performances on Saturday, May 24th. This year’s headliner for the Main Stage is BRIT winner Sam Fender, with Myles Smith and Blossoms also taking the stage. The festival, taking place… Continue reading Acts taking to the stage on day 2 of Big Weekend announced

BLOG: Big Weekend supports Liverpool’s emerging artists

Liverpool’s head of UNESCO City of Music, Kevin McManus, sheds light on the significance of the upcoming Big Weekend festival and the platform it provides for local talent. With less than three months to go, anticipation is mounting as the full line-up for the three-day event is unveiled. While the spotlight naturally gravitates towards the… Continue reading BLOG: Big Weekend supports Liverpool’s emerging artists

Eurovision legacy lives on in Liverpool

A recent study has unveiled the continued positive impact of hosting Eurovision 2023 on the Liverpool City Region. Repeat visitors have contributed an additional £11.1m to the local economy over the past year, complementing the £54.8m generated during the event itself. This has solidified Liverpool’s position as a major global destination, with the city’s visitor… Continue reading Eurovision legacy lives on in Liverpool

Merseyside Police prepares for packed events schedule

The coordination and preparation for a range of upcoming events in the Merseyside region is well underway, with the Merseyside Police taking the lead in ensuring the safety and security of attendees. From the Aintree Races to Liverpool Pride, the police force’s planning teams are experienced in managing policing operations for major events. This includes… Continue reading Merseyside Police prepares for packed events schedule

Liverpool marks the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia

The community of Liverpool is coming together to commemorate the third anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine. Members of the Liverpool branch of the Association of Ukrainians in Great Britain will join in solidarity for this important event. The service will be held at Liverpool Parish Church of St Nicholas on Monday, February 24th at… Continue reading Liverpool marks the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia

Liverpool Remembers as Hall Hosts Covid-19 Reflection Event

Liverpool’s iconic St George’s Hall is set to become the central location for reflecting on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. In honor of the fifth anniversary of the pandemic, a national Covid-19 Day of Reflection will be observed on Sunday, 9 March. The Great Hall in St George’s Hall will be reimagined as a… Continue reading Liverpool Remembers as Hall Hosts Covid-19 Reflection Event

Dancers invited to put their best foot forward

Culture Liverpool is seeking out the best dancing talent in the city, from street performances to cabaret shows. The highly anticipated Leap Dance Festival made a triumphant return in 2024 after a five-year hiatus, and now creative individuals and organizations have the chance to showcase their talents this May. Artists in all stages of their… Continue reading Dancers invited to put their best foot forward

Funding boost for National Museums Liverpool

The announcement came today after more than three months of consultation that the government funding for National Museums Liverpool’s redevelopment of the International Slavery Museum and Maritime Museum will proceed. A significant investment of £10 million from the government will be allocated to this transformative initiative for the two museums situated on Liverpool’s historic waterfront.… Continue reading Funding boost for National Museums Liverpool

Family fun at Liverpool libraries for half term and beyond

Liverpool libraries are hosting a variety of activities to entertain children during the half-term break and beyond. Thanks to funding from UK Shared Prosperity, the Culture Liverpool team has organized free drop-in events that will run from half-term through March. The detailed schedule of events will be announced soon. One of the highlights is the… Continue reading Family fun at Liverpool libraries for half term and beyond