International Mersey River Festival 2016

Welcome to the International Mersey River Festival 2016. The River Mersey is not just any river, it’s the beating heart of a truly special city that has been at the forefront of innovation for three centuries. Liverpool’s evolution has developed around the Mersey which opened as a gateway to the world in 1715 and positioned the city as a major player in the UK and beyond. Since, Liverpool has evolved and redefined itself as a city at the centre of digital, creative, musical and economic innovation.

The International Mersey River Festival is a celebration of our glorious waterfront in a free three day extravaganza of family fun, amazing music and entertainment along the iconic river. At this year’s event there will be an incredible musical line up gracing three stages along the front, a host of creative workshops and entertainment for the whole family. Discover Liverpool’s glorious history, incredible present and dazzling future with an interactive treasure hunt around the UNESCO heritage site, take part in activities or simply relax with a stroll along the river and take it all in.