A new immersive, boundary-pushing music and arts festival, celebrating & shining a light on Liverpool’s creative underground.

OUTER WAVES Festival is a boundary-pushing celebration of alternative music and visual art, shining a spotlight on Liverpool’s creative underground. Taking place on 24th-25th May 2025 in the North Docks, OUTER WAVES unfolds across Invisible Wind Factory and Make Liverpool, offering a platform for innovative performances and unique audience experiences.

With a dynamic multi-stage programme, the festival brings together internationally-acclaimed artists alongside emerging regional talent. The lineup will span live music, multidisciplinary art, and immersive experiences, all unified by a shared commitment to our alternative creativity community.

Beyond the two-day event, OUTER WAVES will continue to foster artistic growth through year-round programming, artist commissions, and local partnerships.