Whether you’re planning a weekend break, a day trip or you’re here for an extended visit, there’s loads going on in Wirral this summer.
Take a look at some of the event highlights below and head to our what’s on page for the full list of what’s happening in the borough.
Wirral Pride
Wirral Pride returns to New Brighton on Saturday 8th August. The event takes over the Victoria Quarter for the day and visitors can expect live performances, independent traders and food and drink stalls.
Date: Saturday 8th August
BAMBOO
High-skill circus show BAMBOO is set to entertain crowds at Leasowe Park on Saturday 8th August. The show uses UK-grown bamboo and human bodies to create an awe-inspiring performance where world-class circus artists create towering sculptures that morph and evolve into an animated circus playground.
The BAMBOO shows will be free to attend and take place throughout the day.
Date: Saturday 8th August
New Brighton Scarecrow Festival
This August, scarecrows are set to take over New Brighton at the New Brighton Scarecrow Festival. The trail will run along Magazine Brow and across the town and will run for a whole week.
Fun for all ages, follow the free trail and see how many scarecrows you can spot!
Date: Saturday 22nd August - Monday 31st August
International Beatles Week Festival in Port Sunlight - P.S. I Love You Part 2
Celebrate all things Fab Four during International Beatles Week in Port Sunlight.
Port Sunlight is home to Hulme Hall, the very first venue where Ringo Starr appeared as a Beatle.
This year’s P.S. I Love You mini festival will include:
• Two outdoor stages filling the village air with Beatles and 60s classics
• Multiple indoor stages offering intimate performances and unique vibes
• Local food vendors
• Vintage fair at the Church Hall, free entry and open to everyone
Some of the festival venues are only open to International Beatleweek Festival customers.
Date: Saturday 29th August
May Morris: Crafting a Legacy
The May Morris: Crafting a Legacy exhibition continues at Lady Lever Art Gallery in Port Sunlight.
A celebration of the wide-ranging creative output of Arts and Crafts designer and maker, May Morris, the younger daughter of William Morris, the free exhibition is a vibrant display of embroideries, wallpapers, watercolour designs, costume and jewellery will showcase her many talents.
Date: running until 1st November 2026
6 Weeks of Summer at Eureka! Science + Discovery
There’s fun for young minds on offer during the whole of the summer holidays at Eureka! Science + Discovery.
The family attraction is hosting a variety of live shows, workshops and events every day of the week and special shows at the weekend.
Keep your eyes on the Eureka! website for a full breakdown of what’s on each week.
Date: 18th July - 30th August
What are you most looking forward to in Wirral this summer?