Grand National weekend in Liverpool

March 31, 2025
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Liverpool will welcome the greatest steeplechase event to the city this April for the Grand National Festival.

Whether you’re heading to Aintree racecourse or not, don’t worry, as there are plenty of Grand National events happening in Liverpool for the event. So as the races get under starter’s orders, be sure to pull up a seat, grab that glass of bubbly, and place your bets!

Mason’s Liverpool

42 Seel St, Liverpool L1 4AU

Mason’s on Seel Street has put together a spectacular Grand National Day of fun to suit everyone.

Liverpool’s number one Bottomless Brunch will have a ‘Races’ twist from 12-8pm on Saturday 5th April so that those who want to soak up the atmosphere from the comfort of one of the city’s finest venues can cheer on their horses whilst enjoying a fabulous brunch. ‘Meet at Masons’ has everything you need to enjoy the big day, with live racing on the big screens, a full schedule of entertainment, sparkler drops, resident DJ and Sax to add to the high-energy vibe.

For just £45 per person, the ‘Meet at Masons’ Brunch experience includes 2 small plates from the Saturday Brunch Menu and 90 minutes of bottomless drinks, including the cocktail of the month, G&T, Prosecco, wine and beer.

To book the Grand National Meet at Masons Bottomless Brunch click here.

If you are going to the Races and looking for the perfect way to round off one of the most important days in the social calendar, bookings are now being taken for Mason’s incredibly popular ‘Burlesco’ dinner show from 8pm until 1am.

Paying homage to the iconic Studio 54, where burlesque meets disco, the show is an unforgettable lively dining experience. Guests can choose three small plates from the tapas-infused menu along with three drinks for £45 per person, or four small plates and three drinks for £49.95 per person.

To book Mason’s spectacular Burlesco Dinner Show click here.

Gaucho Liverpool

7 Water Street, Liverpool L2 0RD

For those experiencing the thrill firsthand, continue the celebrations with Gaucho back in Liverpool. Their intimate booths, seating up to eight, offer the perfect setting to pop a bottle over premium Argentinian steaks after an unforgettable day at the track.

Prefer to soak up the action away from the crowds? Join them throughout the day as they screen every race live in the comfort of the city-centre restaurant. Pull up a chair at the central bar, where the Champagne is always on ice, and let’s toast to the winners together.

Punch Tarmey’s

Cains Brewery Village, Liverpool L8 5SD

Punch Tarmey’s, Liverpool’s biggest Irish Bar is gearing up for a winning weekend as they capture all the atmosphere of one of the biggest events in the racing calendar across 18 screens. You won’t miss a single second of the action in one of the city’s most loved venues.

Guests can enjoy all the live action along with the legendary Punch Tarmey Bottomless Brunch on Friday and Saturday – Guests can book 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm and 6pm by contacting eventsliverpool@mhalg.com. For full brunch details visit the website.

With a full line up of entertainment scheduled for Punch Tarmey and The Courtyard, there is only one place to be this weekend to soak up the magic of Aintree.

Full line up of entertainment below!

Start a Grand National winning streak and book your table at Punch Tarmeys.

Sensation

13-21 Seel Street, Liverpool L1 4AU

Head to Sensation this Ladies Day and book their £50 Ladies Day Table Package (for up to 4 people) which includes 1 bottle of Prosecco, 4 cocktails (from a set menu), Sparkler procession, VIP table and Complimentary table service.

Works out at £12.50pp! This can only be booked via Direct Message on Sensation’s Instagram page, via email info@sensationbars.co.uk or via Whatsapp 07824507220.

Or for the main day head on down for the Grand National afterparty, open from 1pm, the races on the screens, with Pimms, Prosecco and Spritz Pitchers flowing followed by music in the night and free entry before 11pm.

Dicey Reilly’s Irish Sports Bar

Wolstenholme Square, Liverpool L1 4JJ

With all the races being shown live across 10 Ultra HD TV’s, 4 snugs with private screens and a giant 3 meter screen the atmosphere is set to be electric for none race-goers and those making the trip to Aintree who are looking to carry on the party afterwards.

Special drinks packages, themed cocktails and live music scheduled from 7pm will make sure that whether you backed the winner or not, you will finish your day in the stunning surroundings of one of Liverpool’s favourite Irish bars. Open from midday, Dicey’s will be serving their delicious food menu until 9pm, with Irish brunch available all weekend.

Whether your are looking for a pre-races brunch, the best seats in the house to watch all the racing action, or one of the city’s finest venues to round off your day with some great craic, Dicey Reillys has it covered from Thursday 3^rd April to Saturday 5^th to make the Grand National 2025 a winning one!

To book your table or booth, get ahead of the crowd and email hello@diceyreillys.co.uk or call 07386 386722

The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie

31 Castle Street, Liverpool L2 4TA

The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie is the official sponsor of The Liverpool Hurdle at the Randox Grand National 2025 and to celebrate, the popular restaurant has unveiled special pre and post-race offering

Ensuring guests off to the races start their day in style, The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie is serving a breakfast special of Grilled, Thinly-beaten Rump Steak, served with potato rosti, two fried hen’s eggs and topped with watercress (£17.95), alongside its varied breakfast menu.

Guests who have delighted in the races throughout the Randox Grand National Festival can enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz on their next visit to The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie when showing their ticket. This is redeemable for all visits from Thursday 3rd April onwards after the festival’s first Liverpool Day until 31st May. Bookings can be made here.