Family events in Liverpool
Family-friendly events, workshops, days out and local activities in Liverpool.
Current events and activities in Liverpool
- Liverpool Exploration Game - Mystery Walk with Pub & Cafe Stops
Discover Liverpool like never before with the immersive 'Evolution of an Icon' tour—an enthralling puzzle-filled journey through the heart of the city's rich history and iconic landmarks.
20:30-22:30 at Lime Street Train Station
- Isadora Moon Craft
Isadora Moon Craft is a arts and culture event at Ormskirk Library in Liverpool. Families can take part in the advertised programme, with age guidance and booking details on the official page.
Check official times at Ormskirk Library
- Winter Garden Trail
Chirp… Brrr… Shiver… the frosty winter garden is chattering with life! Artists from Blue Room, our inclusive arts project, invite you to discover the flora and fauna of our urban garden. Pick up a free trail sheet from our Children’s Corner to begin exploring.
11:00-13:00 at The Bluecoat
- Creepy Critters
Visit Hickory's West Kirby for a spook-tastic time this Halloween where they will be joined by the Creepy Critters. Brave folks swing by and get up close & personal with some spine-tingling special guests. Hold them, str
Check official times at Hickory's Smokehouse
- Creepy Critters at Hickory’s West Kirby
Visit Hickory's West Kirby for a spook-tastic time this Halloween where they will be joined by the Creepy Critters. Brave folks swing by and get up close & personal with some spine-tingling special guests. Hold them, str
Check official times at Hickory's Smokehouse
- Halloween Party
Join us for our free, spooktacular Halloween Party. Spooktacular news – our free Halloween Party is back! Join us for a jam-packed day of ghoulish family fun, hosted by BBC radio presenter Leanne Campbell.
Check official times at Liverpool ONE
- Kids Halloween Party
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween afternoon at The Royal Oak, Aughton! We’re transforming our marquee into a Halloween party packed with fun, entertainment and plenty of surprises for the whole family.
Check official times at The Royal Oak
- Liverpool ONE Halloween Party
Join us for our free, spooktacular Halloween Party. Spooktacular news – our free Liverpool ONE Halloween Party is BACK for 2026! Join us for a jam-packed day of ghoulish family fun, hosted by BBC radio presenter Leanne C
Check official times at Liverpool ONE
- Monsters' Ball
It's back! You are invited to do the monster mash at our famously family-friendly Halloween party in the Mansion House in Calderstones Park. We're putting on a spooky celebration to remember with a live DJ, ghostly games
21:00 at The Reader at Calderstones
- Rick Wakeman: In Conversation + Signing
Rough Trade Liverpool is very excited to present an in conversation and signing from Rick Wakeman. This unique event celebrates the release of his autobiography 'The Wizard of Prog: The Truth and Something Like The Truth
Check official times at Rough Trade Liverpool
- Samhain Family Fun Day
Join us at Liverpool Irish Centre for a full day of Halloween fun, Irish traditions, storytelling, games, crafts, music and plenty of spooky goings-on!
Check official times at Liverpool Irish Centre
- Books Alive
Imagine you could step into your favourite book? A joyful celebration of reading and stories, Books Alive will reimagine what a literature festival means for kids. Adults allowed too.
Check official times at Various locations
- Halloween Family Feastival
Our Family Feastival goes spooky for Sunday 1st November. We're serving brilliant food deals all afternoon from 12pm to 4pm, alongside kids entertainer, spooky kids' arts and crafts, free face painting and games for the
Check official times at BOXPARK Liverpool
- Halloween at Chester Zoo
From 17 October to 1 November, enjoy a fantastic autumn day out with family activities at Chester Zoo. Look out for our giant pumpkin sculptures, take on the Top Trumps trail, and soak up the Halloween fun.
Check official times at Chester Zoo
- Halloween
From 17 October to 1 November, enjoy a fantastic autumn day out with family activities across the zoo. Explore and discover incredible wildlife on our family-friendly Top Trumps trail, Zoo vs You.
Check official times at Chester Zoo
- Mosh Tots
Mosh Tots is Future Yard’s live gig experience for children and their grown-ups, bringing the buzz of a real music venue to Sunday mornings in Birkenhead.
Check official times at Future Yard
- Baby bounce and rhyme
Enjoy lively sing-along songs, gentle movements, and rhymes with your baby, plus meet and chat with other parents and carers. Suitable for babies up to around 18 months of age, but older pre-school siblings welcome. Not
Check official times at Ormskirk Library
- The Big Moon: Acoustic + Signing
Rough Trade Liverpool is very excited to present an acoustic performance and signing from The Big Moon. This unique event celebrates the release of their new album 'Forever' released via lFiction.
Check official times at Rough Trade Liverpool
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Plan your visit to Liverpool. Discover live music, theatre, family days out, football, comedy, food, markets and local things to do around the waterfront, Baltic Triangle, Ropewalks, Cavern Quarter and nearby Merseyside.
Compare the recommended age, session length, adult-supervision rules and travel time. A permanent attraction is a flexible backup, not a dated performance or workshop.
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