Eurovision festivities are well underway and Liverpool is pulling out all the stops to welcome both the performers and fans in equal measure.
Thousands of tourists and music lovers have descended on the city to celebrate the 67th Eurovision Song Contest, as the UK hosts on behalf of Ukraine due to the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Liverpool beat competing cities like Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham to play host, with the M&S Bank Arena the centre of the action and home to the main event. Those who didn't bag elusive tickets to the competition can take advantage of the many events kicking off in celebration around the city, while the centrally located EuroVillage offers a dazzling mix of entertainment.