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Liverpool Sound City 2026

Liverpool Sound City returns in May 2026 for a three-day independent music festival and conference in the Baltic Triangle, Liverpool’s creative hub. Celebrating the city's musical heritage, the event offers a vibrant mix of live performances across venues citywide.

Music

Experience a diverse line-up spanning indie rock, electronic, hip-hop, R&B, folk and jazz with local artists, international stars and rising talent performing across clubs, warehouses and halls including the main stage at Mountford Hall.

Conference & Workshops

On Friday, Sound City+ hosts panels, workshops and industry talks at the British Music Experience and other venues, offering insights for musicians and fans alongside intimate showcases of new acts.

Atmosphere

The festival's friendly, energetic atmosphere features art installations, local street food vendors and spontaneous events like acoustic sessions, DJ sets and after-parties throughout Liverpool’s creative Baltic Triangle and beyond.

Liverpool is easy to reach by air, rail, coach or car. Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) is the nearest airport, with flights from across the UK and Europe. It is about a 20-minute drive from the city centre and has good connections by bus and train to downtown. Nearby Manchester Airport is also conveniently close (around 30 minutes by train). By train, Liverpool Lime Street is the city's main station, with frequent services from London (Euston), Manchester, Birmingham and other cities. Coaches run by National Express and Megabus link Liverpool with destinations across the UK. If you are driving, Liverpool is served by the M62 (from Manchester and Leeds), the M6 (north and south of England) and the M53 (from the Wirral). Follow signs for the city centre; keep in mind parking can be limited during events, so many visitors choose public transport for convenience.

Getting around Liverpool is simple. The city centre and Baltic Triangle are compact and walkable, but if you venture further you have several options. The Merseyrail train network links the city's central stations (Moorfields, Central and James Street) with surrounding suburbs and Wirral destinations. A network of frequent buses (operated by Arriva, Stagecoach and others) covers the entire metropolitan area. Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available throughout the city. For a scenic trip, try the Mersey Ferry across the river. There is also a public bike hire scheme (CityBike) with stations dotted around the centre, a fun way to zip between nearby venues on fine days.

Liverpool offers a wide range of accommodations. There are many hotels, guesthouses and hostels in and around the city centre, and plenty of apartments in the trendy Ropewalks and Baltic Triangle neighbourhoods. The waterfront and Albert Dock area also have major hotels and chains, as well as some boutique options. Because the festival draws many visitors, it is wise to book lodging early. Wherever you stay, choose a location either central or well-connected by transport. Liverpool is quite walkable, and most areas are just a short bus or train ride from the venues and attractions.

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