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Liverpool City Region
Get Event-Ready with Greater Accessibility
Liverpool City Region is entering a defining moment.
Over the next two years, the region will host an extraordinary line-up of global events, from the Inclusive Sport and Culture Festival in May 2027, to the Tour de France Grand Départ in July, the Wheelchair Basketball European Championships in September, and UEFA Euro 2028.
These events will bring new audiences, new expectations, and new opportunities. For visitor economy businesses, the question is simple: are you ready?
Accessibility is not niche. Disabled people and their households have an estimated spending potential of up to £274bn across the UK economy. Being accessible represents a core part of delivering the kind of seamless, high-quality experiences that visitors expect today.
Access support and guidance below to ensure your visitor economy business is ready and waiting to welcome all people in 2026 and beyond.
Inclusive Sport & Culture Festival
Inclusive Sport & Culture Festival
Liverpool hosts a groundbreaking UK-first festival from 2–8 May 2027, bringing together Paralympic sport and world-class disabled-led arts across the city’s iconic waterfront. Expect a vibrant week of elite competition, free outdoor events and a bold cultural programme celebrating creativity, inclusion and performance. An unmissable moment to experience world-class talent and see history in the making.
Tour de France
Tour de France Grand Départ — Liverpool
Liverpool is set to take centre stage as part of the iconic Tour de France Grand Départ, bringing world-class cycling and global attention to the city’s stunning waterfront. With an electric аtmosphrere, international audiences and unforgettable moments on the streets, it’s a landmark opportunity to showcase Liverpool’s energy, culture and visitor offer to the world. A once-in-a-generation chance to be part of cycling history right here in the city.
Make Accessibility Simple
Discover the Liverpool City Region Accessibility Toolkit, your go-to guide for creating more inclusive, welcoming visitor experiences. Packed with practical tips and real-world ideas, it’s the quick way to take action and make a lasting difference.
VIEW ACCESSIBILITY TOOLKIT HERE
IWBF European Wheelchair Basketball Championships 2027
Liverpool welcomes Europe’s best wheelchair basketball teams from 11–19 September 2027 at the iconic M&S Bank Arena for an unforgettable championship experience. Expect fast-paced, fiercely competitive action as teams battle for Paralympic qualification in front of passionate crowds. A landmark event celebrating elite sport, inclusion and the power of performance.
UEFA EURO 2028 - Liverpool Host City
Liverpool welcomes UEFA EURO 2028 from June–July 2028, with five huge matches lighting up the city’s new Everton Stadium on the waterfront. Expect world-class football, game-changing spectacle and a month-long celebration as fans from across Europe descend on the city. A standout moment for Liverpool to shine on the global stage and be part of football history.
Advice & Guidance
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Make Your Business Even More Inclusive with VisitBritain
Looking for more? Explore VisitEngland’s Accessible and Inclusive Tourism Toolkit and discover practical ways to make your business more welcoming for everyone. Packed with expert advice, guidance and real-world tips, it’s a simple way to build confidence, improve experiences and reach more visitors.