2025 is here and it feels like just yesterday we celebrated the start of 2024! Whilst our brains are probably stuck in 2024, the new year brings plenty of fresh opportunities and experiences, including tons of fantastic things to do this January in Liverpool.
1. See a world-class ballet
Varna Ballet and Orchestra will visit Liverpool Empire Theatre January 11 and 12 back for another year. These acclaimed ballerinas and musicians will bring to life Swan Lake (January 11) and The Nutcracker (January 12).
It’s going to be an unmissable experience for fans of ballet, and an incredible opportunity to see a breathtaking performance for those who have never been to watch ballet. Tickets start from £15 per person and you can grab yours here.
2. Enjoy a doggy brunch with your pooch
On January 14 Nova Scotia’s doggy brunch will return, with more dates planned for the future on the second Saturday of every month. Doggies get breakfast and a puppacino and humans are, of course, also catered for.
Each pawrent will receive a free breakfast brioche and a warm drink to enjoy in this lovely dockside restaurant. It’s £10 per person and perfect for a treat after your morning walk, between 8am and 11am. You can book your spot here.
3. Escape to this Wild West-themed cocktail bar
You can step back in time and into the Wild West at Moonshine Saloon in Liverpool, embarking on an immersive experience with fantastic cocktails. The spot is from the same folks who launched the Alcotraz cocktail bar, boasting an hour 45-minute experience to try something a little bit different this January. You can book your tickets here.
4. Try the UK’s first floating sauna
January is the perfect time to up the self-care, and what better way to unwind than some hot and cold therapy, Scandinavian style. Wyld sauna is the first floating sauna in the UK, and has popped up in the city’s Princes Dock boasting luxury facilities. Expect a sauna, four ice baths, two cold waterfall showers, four heated outdoor showers equipped with salt rubs and direct access to the water, as well as luxury changing rooms.
5. Explore the oldest Chinatown in Europe
January 22 marks the Chinese New Year, which will be the year of the rabbit! As you might already know, Liverpool has the oldest Chinese community in Europe, so it’s a fantastic place to celebrate any occasion. Check out Secret Liverpool’s ultimate guide of Chinatown here.
6. Hear Beatles songs by candlelight
On January 31, a concert dedicated to The Beatles will illuminate Liverpool Cathedral and it has to be one of the best things to do in Liverpool this January. Hundreds of tiny Candles will flicker as the exceptional Liverpool String Quartet and a talented pianist perform the best of the Beatles’ tracks.
You can still book tickets from £17.50, but don’t worry if you miss this one because there’s another in February! Grab your tickets for Candlelight Special Edition: The Best Of The Beatles here!
7. Have a laugh at Bongo’s Bingo Hip Hop Special
Ever heard of a bingo rave? Those two words don’t usually go together but at Bongo’s Bingo, they do!
On January 24 you can let loose at an incredible party, with dance-offs, rave rounds and karaoke on a colossal scale, all with a Hip Hop Special theme. Tickets are £22 per person and you can buy them here.
8. Chill at a Coldplay Candlelight concert
It’s not just Beatles tracks that will echo through Liverpool Cathedral this January. The best of Coldplay is coming too, on January 23!
Coldplay songs should always be played by Candlelight. I mean, aren’t they just written for that kind of ambience? This is going to be one epic event, with the music performed by a fantastic string quartet.
Tickets cost between £20 and £41, depending on where you sit, and you can book tickets for Candlelight: A Tribute To Coldplay here!
9. Go see Aladdin Musical
Aladdin Musical is staying at the Liverpool Empire until January 5, giving theatre lovers a chance to catch it in the New Year before it goes. Marvel at the costumes, the music and the classic story at this feel-good production that will make your evening. Plus, you can read our interview with Genie himself here.
10. Visit this hidden underground spa
Maya Blue Wellness in Liverpool is a true “subterranean sanctuary”, where visitors can leave all their worries at the door. Located at the Titanic Hotel Liverpool, Maya Blue Wellness is a spa underneath the historic red brick arches beneath Stanley Dock, with a thermal suite, plenty of ESPA treatment options, a tea garden, a relaxation room and beds.
11. Dine at this Michelin-listed restaurant
Vetch in Liverpool was listed on the Michelin Guide for the very first time this November, as well as receiving the two AA rosette award. The spot is located on Hope Street and is run and owned by Chef Dan McGeorge, having received immense recognition since opening in July 2024. Dan’s signature menu is priced at £85 or £105 per person, and an optional matched drinks flight is also available, priced at £45 or £65 per person. And if you want to save some cash, head out for lunch for £45 per person for three courses. You can book your table here.
12. Check out Liverpool’s newest Detroit pizza and craft beer spot
Detroit pizza and craft beer in an uber-cool spot, anyone? Holy Garage! has opened in Mount Peasant at the end of November, inviting guests for Detroit pizza, beer and Motor City vibes. Craft beer lovers can expect the likes of Black Lodge and Carnival, while cocktail enthusiasts can get Shakacan, as it’s the only place in the UK to supply the brand. Plus, there are some arcade games and tasteful funky art to admire all around. No need to book, just show up!
So there you have it, there are tons of fantastic things to do in Liverpool this January. 2025 has to be a fun year after the last couple and Liverpool is definitely doing its best to entertain!