As autumn beckons we can wave goodbye to the long days and warm weather, but there will be plenty to do in Liverpool as we welcome autumn. Check out our favourite picks for things to do in Liverpool this September.
1. Liverpool Theatre Festival 2022
From August 31 – September 11 Liverpool’s theatre festival invites you to see some fantastic productions. There’s something for everyone, from a Wind In The Willows performance to a drama based on the Hillsborough disaster, and even a couple of drag shows. You can read more about the performances and book tickets here.
2. See a film for only £3.99
Did you know that you can grab cinema tickets for any 2D film at Vue for only £3.99? It makes for the perfect, cheap date night and you can take advantage of these tickets at Birkenhead Cinema, or further afield at Southport Cinema. Just book your tickets here and you’re all set!
3. Pride Prom
Pride Prom is an opportunity for LGBTQ+ people to enjoy a spectacular, prom style party with complete freedom to be themselves and some cracking music to boot. For a tenner you can enjoy all the best music from the ’60s onwards, and wear your fanciest clothes because there will be catwalks, games and tons of photo opportunities.
You can grab your tickets here for September 17 and the space is completely accessible to those with limited mobility. If you’re struggling to afford the £10 entrance fee then just email info@spectrumcafe.gay and have a chat with the people who are running the event.
4. Funnyboyz Drag Benidorm Bingo
Up for a bit of Benidorm themed bingo right here in Liverpool? Well, you’re in luck because every Friday from hereon in Funnyboyz Drag will be on hand to entertain at Blundell’s Supper Club. You can even order a delicious meal and sip of a glass or two of bubbles as you enjoy bingo, cabaret and plenty of X-rated humour. Tickets are available here.
5. Reggae Brunch
How does tasty Caribbean food, incredible tunes and bottomless rum sound to you? Liverpool’s Reggae Brunch is back on September 4 and there are still tickets available here. |Expect the most amazing atmosphere at this popular Liverpool event in the colossal Meraki arts and music venue.
6. Candlelight Soul Classics
If soul music is more your thing then you’re going to love the Candlelight Soul Classics concert at St. George’s Hall on September 23. Two talented musicians, Chantel Cole and Jennifer John, will perform music from absolute soul legends such as The Four Tops, Marvin Gaye and The Supremes by Candlelight. What could be more perfect than that? You can grab tickets for this unmissable event here.
7. Calligraphy workshop
Have you ever wanted to learn calligraphy? Well, now’s your chance! On September 10 there’s a modern calligraphy workshop at Cass Art Liverpool, run by Mellor & Rose Calligraphy and it sounds like a great opportunity to experience something new.
It’s not cheap, at £65 a head, but when you look at what’s included it’s actually a bit of a bargain. You get a 2.5 hour workshop, a starter kit, workbook, refreshments and one-on-one tuition. Imagine how great your Christmas gift labels would look after one of these lessons! You can book your spot by emailing mellorandrose@icloud.com.
8. Hans Zimmer Candlelight
Hans Zimmer is responsible for some of the greatest movie soundtracks ever, including compositions for The Crown, Gladiator and Pearl Harbour, and now you can see these songs performed by candlelight. On September 8, the String Infusion Quartet will play a selection of Hans Zimmer’s compositions, surrounded by hundreds of flickering candles at St. George’s Hall and you can book tickets here, but be quick!
9. See some incredible comedy
This September there are some unbelievably funny comedians coming to Liverpool! Unfortunately Maisie Adam’s show is sold out already but you can still grab tickets to see Dara Ó Briain on September 17 here, although last time we looked they were very limited. Hurry!
10. Real ale and sausage fest
This September you can get involved in a real sausage fest (we’re not above these kinds of insinuations). From September 16-18 you can enjoy some real ales, guest ciders and craft lagers alongside some delicious, sizzling sausages at Lock & Quay in Liverpool.
It’s £7 per person, per day if you book online and the event will run from 5 pm until 10 pm each day until everybody is stuffed, tipsy and jolly. Book your tickets here.