Things to Do in Liverpool

Liverpool is a city where live events are woven into the cultural fabric, from the thunderous atmosphere of Premier League football at Anfield to the echoes of its world-famous musical heritage. Liverpool FC at Anfield is one of the most successful and passionately supported clubs in European football, and matchday at Anfield with the Kop singing You'll Never Walk Alone is one of sport's great experiences. Everton, Liverpool's other Premier League club, are building a new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock on the city's waterfront. The M&S Bank Arena on the Kings Dock waterfront is the city's largest indoor entertainment venue with a capacity of around 11,000, hosting major touring artists, comedy tours, and sporting events. The Liverpool Empire Theatre is the largest two-tier auditorium in the UK, staging West End touring musicals, ballet, and opera. The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra performs at the Philharmonic Hall on Hope Street, one of the country's finest concert halls. Smaller music venues including the Cavern Club, where The Beatles famously played in the early 1960s, the O2 Academy on Hotham Street, and Arts Club on Seel Street keep the city's live music tradition thriving across all genres. The Liverpool waterfront UNESCO World Heritage Site provides a stunning backdrop for outdoor events, and summer brings festivals like Africa Oye in Sefton Park, one of the UK's largest free African music festivals. The Grand National at Aintree Racecourse each April is one of the most famous horse races in the world, drawing visitors from across the globe.