If you are planning August in Liverpool, book the fixed dates first. The Liverpool Empire, FACT, Anfield, Bluecoat and the Cavern all have events that finish or take place on one day.
This guide was checked against organiser and venue pages on 30 July 2026. Availability, timings and access arrangements can still change, so follow the linked event page before travelling.
The short version
- Theatre: Moulin Rouge! The Musical ends its Liverpool Empire run on Saturday 8 August.
- Free family days: use Beach Fest, Tickle the Ivories, FACT's family workshop and Bluecoat's markets.
- Football: Liverpool have two Anfield friendlies before the league home match against Nottingham Forest on Saturday 29 August.
- Late August: International Beatleweek brings several days of concerts and club shows.
Running through August
Beach Fest at Chavasse Park
When: until Monday 31 August
The sandy beach area is free to enter. Rides and games cost extra and use card payments, so this is only a free outing if you can walk past the token booth without negotiations. Liverpool ONE lists weekday opening from noon and weekend opening from 11am on the Beach Fest page.
Tickle the Ivories at Liverpool ONE
When: until Friday 11 September
Five public pianos are spread across Liverpool ONE. They are free to play without booking, although performers can reserve a slot. Check the official piano locations because placements and scheduled performances can change.
Free exhibitions at FACT
When: until Sunday 16 August
FACT's current free exhibitions include work by Rachel Maclean, ONLY SLIME and Sahjan Kooner. The venue lists gallery opening from Wednesday to Sunday and provides access notes for individual works. Use FACT's current programme before going.
Until Saturday 8 August
Moulin Rouge! The Musical
Where: Liverpool Empire, Lime Street
The touring musical finishes on Saturday 8 August. The venue lists evening shows at 7.30pm, with selected Thursday and Saturday matinees at 2.30pm. The running time is two hours and 45 minutes including the interval, and the age guidance is 12+. Book and check access details through the Liverpool Empire event page.
Saturday 8 August
Do Something Saturdays
Where: FACT, 88 Wood Street
When: noon to 3pm
This is a free, drop-in family workshop linked to Sahjan Kooner's exhibition. No booking is required. Read the FACT family workshop page for the latest activity and arrival information.
Sunday 9 and Sunday 16 August
Liverpool pre-season matches at Anfield
Liverpool play AS Monaco at 2.30pm on Sunday 9 August and Como 1907 at 6pm on Sunday 16 August. Ticket availability may change. The club's official fixture announcement has the confirmed kick-off times.
Allow extra time around Walton Breck Road and use our Anfield matchday guide before choosing a bus or meeting point.
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