6 things to do in the North West
Romeo and Juliet
The greatest love story ever told takes to the stage at the Everyman theatre in Liverpool this weekend. Performed by The Everyman Company, Romeo and Juliet tells the tale of two young lovers who refuse to let the troubles around them affect their love for each other. The company, alongside actors from Young Everyman Playhouse, are uniting to celebrate the classic tale of love and family. Find out more here.
1940s Weekend
The East Lancashire Railway in Bury are hosting their 1940s weekend this Bank Holiday. Taking place from Saturday until Monday, the event will host 1940s singers and entertainers, live battle scenarios, vintage vehicles, military exhibitions, craft workshops, steam engines and much more to enjoy with the whole gang. Find out more here.
Sound City 2017
Liverpool’s Sound City returns this weekend for its 10th year. Taking place at Liverpool Waters on Clarence Dock, the festival will see acts including The Kooks, The Human League, Tim Burgees from The Charlatans, The Cribs and many more take to the stage over the weekend. The festival will also host a wide range of art exhibitions and discussions with some of the very best in the music industry. Find out more here.
Courteeners
Manchester band Courteeners are set to play their biggest ever home town gig at the Emirates Old Trafford Stadium on Saturday. With support from The Charlatans, Blossoms and Cabbage, the concert will see the band perform new songs from their recently released album ‘Mapping the Rendezvous’ alongside classics including Not Nineteen Forever and Are You In Love With A Notion. Find out more here.
Rock ‘N’ Roll Liverpool Marathon
Get your running trainers out and head to Liverpool’s Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon in May. The event is for runners of all abilities to take part in and allows you to take in the sights and sounds of Liverpool, with the event starting at the Albert Dock before taking you down the likes of Matthew Street, Penny Lane and Chinatown. There is also some great music to hear along the way, with The Wonder Stuff headlining the event. Find out more here.
New Brighton Seaside Festival
New Brighton Seaside Festival takes place this weekend from Saturday until Monday. The festival, taking place on Fort Perch Rock and the Floral Pavilion Theatre, will see seaside themed entertainment alongside a homegrown seasonal fayre, local restaurants and bars, an artisan market, craft workshops and live music from local artists. Find out more here.
