Over more than two decades, Liverpool Biennial has delivered ground-breaking programmes that have changed the cultural landscape of Liverpool.

Liverpool Biennial, established in 1998, is the UK’s largest free festival of contemporary visual art. Taking place in historic buildings, unexpected spaces and art galleries, the Biennial has been transforming the city through art for over two decades. 

Through our exhibitions at partner venues, commissions in public spaces, artist residencies and long-term projects with local communities, as well as our year-round education and professional development programmes, Liverpool Biennial is embedded in the fabric of the City Region. Due to the nature of our organisation and ways we work, we can bring art to the people and make it part of daily life in and across the city. Our programme allows us to create different encounters across the city and reach new audiences year on year. 

Amongst artists presented in previous editions are Doug Aitken, John Akomfrah, Mona Hatoum, Yayoi Kusama, Takashi Murakami, Yoko Ono, Ai Weiwei, Franz West, Judy Chicago, and Jade Fadojutimi.

Permanent public artworks commissioned by Liverpool Biennial include ‘Ngialibalibade – to the Lost Myth’ by Eleng Luluan (2023), ‘Liverpool Mountain’ by Ugo Rondinone (2018), ‘Everybody Razzle Dazzle’ by Sir Peter Blake (2015) and Sir Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ (2005).

As we look ahead to the future, we will continue to create a positive impact through art by connecting local, national, and international visitors with Liverpool’s thriving visual arts scene. 

We look forward to seeing you in Liverpool!