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Things to do in Liverpool in November

By Helen Costello

November is when Liverpool really starts to shift into Christmas mode, but there’s plenty happening before the full festive madness begins.

Our guide to things to do in Liverpool and Merseyside in November includes family days out, theatre, live music, free events, exhibitions and plenty of Christmas events as they start to appear later in the month.

There are some big family events to look out for this November, including the Liverpool ONE Christmas Toy Parade, Enchanted at Knowsley Safari, Liverpool Christmas Wonderland at the Pier Head and the start of Skate St George’s. There’s also plenty going on indoors if the November weather isn’t playing nicely.

Royal Albert Dock in Liverpool

I’ve listed events by date below to make it easier to see what’s happening on a particular day. I’ll continue adding events during the month as I hear about them.

If you’re looking for Christmas light switch-ons too, I’ve put together a separate guide to Christmas Lights Switch Ons across the North West, with more than 90 events listed.

🍂 Liverpool in November at a Glance

📅 When: 1–30 November 2026

📍 Where: Liverpool, Wirral, Knowsley, St Helens, Southport and across Merseyside

🎄 Christmas starts: Many of the larger festive events begin around 20–21 November

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Good for families: Liverpool ONE Christmas Toy Parade, Enchanted at Knowsley Safari, Liverpool Christmas Wonderland, Skate St George’s and festive theatre

💷 Free things to do: Look out for free exhibitions, Liverpool ONE Christmas events and many of the Knowsley Fringe Music Festival performances

🎭 Theatre: Beauty and the Beast at Liverpool Everyman, A Christmas Carol at Shakespeare North and Elf! The Musical at Liverpool Empire are among this month’s family shows

⭐ Good to know: Event details can change, so please check directly with the organiser before travelling or booking.

What’s On in Liverpool and Merseyside – November Events Guide

1st November

  • Dan Tiernan (Comedy) – U16 to be accompanied by an adult – Liverpool Philharmonic Hall 7.30pm Tickets £20.90 – £24.20
  • Radio Gaga: Queen Tribute – The Auditorium, The M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool 7.30pm Tickets from £32.50.
  • Liverpool Basketball v’s Manchester Basketball – The M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool KO 4pm. Tickets from £7.85.
  • Logos Hope Floating Book Fair Liverpool Cruise Port.
  • Aintree Antique and Vintage Flea – Aintree Racecourse 9am-3pm.
  • Dia De Muertos (Day of the Dead) Ofrenda/Altar/Display – Liverpool Everyman. FREE event.
  • Tommy Graham: Unreal Comics of Liverpool – Liverpool Everyman. FREE event.

2nd November

  • Logos Hope Floating Book Fair Liverpool Cruise Port.
  • Evensong 5.30pm – Liverpool Cathedral.
  • Liverpool FC All Red Ticket Sale opens 10am – All remaining Premier League Ticket sale.
  • Dia De Muertos (Day of the Dead) Ofrenda/Altar/Display – Liverpool Everyman. FREE event.
  • Tommy Graham: Unreal Comics of Liverpool – Liverpool Everyman. FREE event.

3rd November

4th November

  • The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nightime – The Liverpool Empire Theatre 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Age 10+. Tickets from £15.60.
  • Logos Hope Floating Book Fair Liverpool Cruise Port.
  • Dia De Muertos (Day of the Dead) Ofrenda/Altar/Display – Liverpool Everyman. FREE event.
  • Tommy Graham: Unreal Comics of Liverpool – Liverpool Everyman. FREE event.
  • The Haunting of Hill House – Liverpool Playhouse. Tickets £17.00-£47.00. 2pm & 7.30pm. Age 12+.

5th November

  • The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nightime – The Liverpool Empire Theatre 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Age 10+. Tickets from £15.60.
  • Logos Hope Floating Book Fair Liverpool Cruise Port.
  • Dia De Muertos (Day of the Dead) Ofrenda/Altar/Display – Liverpool Everyman. FREE event.
  • Tommy Graham: Unreal Comics of Liverpool – Liverpool Everyman. FREE event.

6th November

7th November

  • Leo Sayer – Can’t Stop Loving You – Liverpool Philharmonic Hall 7.30pm Tickets £46.20 – £51.70
  • The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time – The Liverpool Empire Theatre 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Age 10+. Tickets from £15.60.
  • Susan Calman – The M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool 7.30pm. Age 14+. Tickets from £33.00.
  • Logos Hope Floating Book Fair Liverpool Cruise Port.
  • Saturday Crafternoon – The World of Glass, St Helens 12pm-3pm. £2.50.
  • North West Card Show – Liverpool Exhibition Centre. General admission £15. 11am.
  • Liverpool Brick festival – Liverpool Exhibition Centre. 10am-4pm. Tickets £6.50.
  • Playdio: Sherlock Holmes at the Pirates of the Mausoleum – Liverpool Everyman. Tickets £16.00. 1pm & 5.30pm.

If you’re making a full day of it around the waterfront, you might also like my Panam Liverpool review for somewhere nearby to eat.

8th November

  • Logos Hope Floating Book Fair Liverpool Cruise Port.
  • This is Wrestling – Magnificent 8 – Ormskirk Civic Hall 3pm. Tickets from £8.30. Suitable for all ages.

9th November

  • Echoes of the Floating World – The Williamson Art Gallery (open until 24th December 2026) FREE entry.

10th November

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12th November

13th November

14th November

  • Adam Rowe: Fashionism – The Liverpool Empire Theatre 7.30pm. Age 16+. Tickets from £31.00.
  • Bill Bailey – The M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool Age 14+ Doors open 6.30pm. Tickets start at £31.20.
  • The Mersey Beatles – The M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool (Auditorium). Show starts 7.30pm, doors open 6.30pm. Tickets from £29.50.
  • Twinkle Sound Bath – Liverpool Cathedral. Various sessions 10am-2pm. Tickets From £24.54. Age 16+.
  • The Music of Westlife by Candlelight – Liverpool Cathedral 7.30pm. Tickets from £25.00.
  • Mr Tumble & Friend (Mr Tumble Liverpool) – Southport Market 11am-4pm. Tickets £5 various time slots throughout the day. Dressing up encouraged!
  • Ah, Freak Out! Disco Hits – Epstein Theatre, Liverpool 7.30pm. Tickets £16-£23.00.
  • Saturday Crafternoon – The World of Glass, St Helens 12pm-3pm. £2.50.
  • Flo & Joan: With Feeling – Liverpool Playhouse. Tickets £30.00. 7.30pm. Age 16+.
  • The Rock n Roll Panto 2026: Beauty and the Beast – Liverpool Everyman. Tickets £20.00 to £47.00. 7.00pm. Age 3+.
  • The Not Quite Big Band Concert – Mercure Hotel, St Helens 7.30pm Tickets £40.
  • Across the Universe: A Celebration of the Beatles – The Atkinson Theatre, Southport Tickets £30 7.30pm.

15th November

Image of Sir Arthur Bower Forwood in St John’s Gardens, behind St George’s Hall.

16th November

17th November

  • Adam Hills in conversation with Mike McCartney – Epstein Theatre, Liverpool 7.30pm. Tickets £21.00.
  • The Rock n Roll Panto 2026: Beauty and the Beast – Liverpool Everyman. Tickets £20.00 to £47.00. 7.00pm. Age 3+.

18th November

  • Tribute to Hans Zimmer and Film Favourites Illuminated – Liverpool Cathedral. Tickets from £37.79. Entry from: 18:30, Start time: 19:30, End Time: 21:10. Age 8+ advised.
  • Christmas in Ireland – Epstein Theatre, Liverpool 2.30pm & 7.30pm. Tickets £26.50.
  • The Rock n Roll Panto 2026: Beauty and the Beast – Liverpool Everyman. Tickets £20.00 to £47.00. 7.00pm. Age 3+.
  • Hugh Cornwell: Lead singer of The Stranglers – The Atkinson Theatre, Southport 7.30pm £35.

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As usual, if you know of any events that you think our readers would be interested in, please feel free to let us know. You can also add them to our North West Events Facebook Group.

You can also find more ideas in my Seasonal Events in the North West guide, including Christmas events, light trails, markets and other winter days out.

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Helen Costello

Helen is the creator of North West Family Activities, sharing reliable, up-to-date guides on events, days out and family-friendly places across Liverpool, Merseyside and the wider North West. From fireworks and Christmas light trails to restaurant reviews and hidden gems, she helps families plan great days out with confidence.

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