Mathew Street in Liverpool’s Cavern Quarter is a hub for live music, Beatles nostalgia, and vibrant nightlife. Below is a breakdown of key events, major gigs, and recurring shows scheduled on Mathew Street for late 2026 through 2027.
Major Flagship Festivals & Seasonal Events
- International Beatleweek 2026 (26 August – 1 September 2026): The crown jewel of Mathew Street. Organised by Cavern City Tours, this week-long festival brings over 70 bands from 20+ countries to performance stages across The Cavern Club, Cavern Pub, and nearby venues.
- New Year’s Eve at The Cavern Club (31 December 2026): The Cavern Club Beatles perform a retrospective show in the Live Lounge to see in 2027, accompanied by front-room parties across the venue.
Live Concerts & Special Gigs at The Cavern Club
Autumn & Winter 2026
| Date | Event / Artist | Venue | Description |
| 6 Sept 2026 | Billy J. Kramer | The Cavern Club | Sixties Merseybeat icon returning home for matinée and evening shows. |
| 20 Sept 2026 | Weller Day / The Jam’d | The Cavern Club | A full day celebrating the music of Paul Weller and The Jam. |
| 3–4 Oct 2026 | Skinny Lister | The Cavern Club | High-energy folk-punk live performance. |
| 6 Oct 2026 | The Long Ryders | The Cavern Club | Legendary Alt-country / Paisley Underground pioneers. |
| 26 Oct 2026 | Treacherous Cretins | The Cavern Club | Celebrating Frank Zappa with a special Halloween show. |
| 19 Nov 2026 | London Calling | The Cavern Club | Premier tribute to The Clash. |
| 26 Nov 2026 | The Doors Rising | The Cavern Club | Live homage to The Doors. |
| 17–18 Dec 2026 | China Crisis | The Cavern Club | Annual Christmas homecoming residency. |
| 20 Dec 2026 | AKA… Noel Gallagher | The Cavern Club | Festive tribute to Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds & Oasis. |
Spring 2027
| Date | Event / Artist | Venue | Description |
| 17 Jan 2027 | Band of Friends | The Cavern Club | Celebrating the music of Rory Gallagher. |
| 24 Jan 2027 | Billy Fury: Story & Songs | The Cavern Club | Tribute performance by Colin Paul & The Persuaders. |
| 21 Feb 2027 | Scientist | The Cavern Club | Live dub and reggae showcase. |
| 28 Feb 2027 | Voodoo Room | The Cavern Club | Celebrating the music of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and Cream. |
| 4 Mar 2027 | The Specials Ltd. | The Cavern Club | ‘Gangsters’ 2027 Tour tribute show. |
| 18 Mar 2027 | Martin Stephenson & The Daintees | The Cavern Club | Indie-folk live show. |
| 6 May 2027 | EXTC | The Cavern Club | XTC’s Terry Chambers and band performing XTC classics live. |
Recurring Weekly Highlights on Mathew Street
- The Cavern Club Beatles: Resident tribute band performing in the Live Lounge every Friday and Saturday evening.
- Ian Prowse Monday Club: Weekly open-mic night for original singer-songwriters every Monday at The Cavern Pub.
- Daily Live Music: Continuous acoustic sets and rock performances running 7 days a week (from late morning till late night) across The Cavern Club, The Cavern Pub, The Grapes, and the Rubber Soul Complex.
Directions for bus and train to Mathew Street.
Walking Route Details
1. From Liverpool Lime St Station. (~9 mins / 0.5 miles)
- Exit the station onto Lime Street and cross toward St George’s Place.
- Head down St John’s Lane (passing St George’s Hall).
- Continue straight through onto Hood Street and into the pedestrianised area of Whitechapel.
- Turn right onto Whitechapel, then take an immediate left onto Rainford Gardens or North John Street.
- Turn right directly onto Mathew Street. Click to open side panel for more information.
2. From Liverpool One Bus Station. (~9 mins / 0.4 miles)
- Head north out of the bus station through the Liverpool ONE complex along South John Street.
- Walk straight past the shops until you reach Lord Street.
- Cross Lord Street, then turn straight onto North John Street.
- Walk two blocks north along North John Street, then turn right onto Mathew Street.
