There are loads of great things to do this November in Liverpool, from themed brunches to light festivals. As we welcome the winter months and dark nights, there are plenty of exciting experiences in store for us.
1. Taste delicious steak & seafood at Hawksmoor
Steak and seafood lovers can enjoy the iconic London staple, Hawksmoor. The Liverpool location is even more beautiful than the one in London, with a strong New York theme. You’ll find comfy booths and stunning moulding on the ceilings of the historic India Building and if that all sounds good to you then you can book a table here.
2. Find one of these Golden SIM Cards hidden across Liverpool to win epic prizes
This November, we’ve partnered with Tesco Mobile to give you the chance to win some epic prizes in the Golden SIM Hunt. If you’re lucky enough to find one of these shiny Golden SIM Cards hidden throughout Liverpool, all you have to do is scan the QR code to redeem your prize. From new Apple iPhone 17s to Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus’, gift cards and more. This might just be your brightest Black Friday yet – but best be quick, the hunt ends on December 1, 2025!
3. Attend a vintage flea market in a church
Old Christ Church is hosting Waterloo Flea Market And Vintage Fair on November 8, boasting 70 stalls to help you find your next sustainable bargain. If you skip this month, the market is back on the second Saturday of every month, with some exceptions. Visitors can also indulge in fresh baked good and treats like bacon butties. What is more, the entry fee is 50p.
4. Take in a Candlelit Ed Sheeran vs Coldplay tribute concert
Ahhh, Ed Sheeran and Coldplay – icons adored worldwide. You’re probably not gonna see them live in Liverpool soon, but you can enjoy a Candlelit performance of her songs performed by talented musicians at the historic Liverpool Town Hall.
This stunning venue will make for the perfect experience and there are still tickets left for November 22! So, go ahead andgrab your tickets for Candlelight: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay here!
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5. The River of Light trail
Quick! The River of Light trail is in Liverpool between October 25 and November 2, so you’ll need to act quickly in November to see it! There are ten installations to see in total, so make sure you visit them all, lighting up the city in a magical way. What is more, it is completely free!
6. Enjoy a bottomless brunch
Ah, the wholesome comforts of bottomless brunches. Castle St Townhouse is the place to be during the weekend (and every single day), offering 90 minutes of unlimited drinks that you can mix and match. What is more, visitors can enjoy one light bite and a main each, such as the Chicken and Bacon Ceasar Salad or a Steak Sandwich. And, of course, Aperol Spritzes and Bellinis are also included! You can book your table here, with the experience costing £42.50.
7. Attend these luminous light-filled ballet shows ike you’ve never seen before
Ballet, but make it luminous – experience the classic tales like you’ve never before at the ‘Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show’. Witness a captivating dance by ballerinas wearing light-changing optical fibres, literally lighting up the stage – and our hearts! The spectacular show is playing at the Liverpool Playhouse on November 29, showcasing the best of local talent.
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
8. Catch a show at the Liverpool Empire Theatre
There are tons of shows you catch at the Liverpool Empire Theatre this month, including the lively ‘Here & Now – The Steps Musical’. The musical will get everyone on their feet, and it will run from November 25-29. You can grab tickets here.
9. Get into the spirit of things at the Liverpool Christmas Market
Liverpool Christmas Market is back on November 15, marking the start of the festive season. Expect the usual good stuff, like plenty of stalls, hot drinks, festive food and, of course, Christmassy vibes. Located at St. Georges Plateau just outside the iconic St. Georges Hall, the market is a staple of the season and is set to be the go-to destination, as always. Plus, expect Karaoke at the Alpine Bar as well as meeting Santa himself for the little ones.
10. Go ice skating at Liverpool’s first festive ice rink
BOXPARK Liverpool is bringing Liverpool’s first festive ice rink to town from November 17. IceBox is set to make the Baltic Triangle its home, located opposite BOXPARK at the Cains Brewery estate. And on top of skating, visitors will be delighted with festive-themed live entertainment, DJs, hosts competitions, and dance-offs (yes, on skates!) and activities, as well as plenty of street food, winter cocktails and mulled wine.
11. Discover the city’s best vegan restaurants
Nowadays, vegan food can be thoroughly enjoyed no matter your dietary preferences, with a lot of foods out there not having much of a difference. Thankfully, Liverpool has plenty of decent vegan spots, and you can check our favourite ones in our guide here.
11. Have a family day out and see a hilarious panto production
St Helens Theatre Royal is kicking off its festive season on November 28 with their ‘Dick Withington – The Christmas Panto’ production, starring Lewis Divine, Matthew Wolfenden and Rachel Wood. You can book your tickets here.
13. Comic Con: one of Europe’s largest pop culture conventions
Comic Con Liverpool is taking place on November 15 and 16 this year, with tens of thousands of pop culture lovers gathering in one place, surrounded by celebs. Expect to hear about upcoming projects from your idols, retro gaming areas, get a photo signed and plenty of props in the immersive event. By the way, this year has some amazing guests, such as John Cena, Christopher Lloyd, Emilia Clarke, Luis Guzmans, Iain Glen, Heather Graham and MANY more!!!! So, who’s cosplaying? You can book your tickets here.