OUTER WAVES is a new alternative arts festival designed to fill a cultural gap in Liverpool’s existing festival landscape. 

Inspired by the city’s rich underground music and art history, our aim is to celebrate and strengthen Liverpool’s grassroots creative communities while inviting international artists and audiences to participate.  By blending live music, visual arts, interactive performances, and educational initiatives, OUTER WAVES will not only provide an unforgettable festival experience but will also foster long-term cultural and community development. 

Debuting at Make Liverpool & Invisible Wind Factory, Outer Waves will transform Liverpool’s iconic North Docks into a two-day celebration of alternative music and experimental arts showcasing cutting-edge performances and innovative collaborations, offering audiences an immersive experience unlike anything in the city.

Line up so far:

ABSTRACT CONCRETE, AJA IRELAND, ALGERNON CORNELIUS, COUGHIN VICARS, EUROPEAN TAXIS, EX-EASTER ISLAND HEAD, FAT CONCUBINE, GONG, HYPERDAWN, LIMINAL PROJECT, MANDY, INDIANA, NIL00, SILVERWINGKILLER, SLY & THE FAMILY DRONE, SMOTE, THOSE HOLY and THRAA

OUTER WAVES runs 24th and 25th May. Tickets are available here.