Quick Summary
- Travel: Fly into Liverpool John Lennon (LPL) or nearby hubs like Manchester (MAN), Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham.
- Tickets: Buy via Everton FC site; Sportsbreaks packages cover tickets + hotels.
- Where to stay: Near Bramley-Moore Dock/Vauxhall for walkability; City Centre (Lime Street, Bold Street) for nightlife; waterfront hotels for scenic views.
- Pregame: Everton Way fan zone + pubs near the docks; singing “Spirit of the Blues” before kickoff in the new ground.
- Fixtures: Season Aug–May. Key holiday trips: Columbus Day, Thanksgiving, MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, Easter, Memorial Day.
For Evertonians, 2025 marked the start of a new era. After 133 years at Goodison Park, the Toffees moved into their new home at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Liverpool’s waterfront. For an American fan, this trip is not just about watching Everton play — it’s about witnessing history at one of the Premier League’s newest and most advanced arenas.
Instead of NFL-style tailgates, you’ll be soaking in pub culture and singing Everton songs shoulder-to-shoulder with lifelong Blues. Instead of nachos and wings, it’s pints, pies. The city of Liverpool is buzzing with energy, soccer culture, history and Hill Dickinson Stadium adds a breathtaking backdrop to it all.
This guide covers it all: travel tips, how to buy tickets, where to stay and what the new stadium experience feels like. Plus, you’ll find Everton’s full 2025–26 schedule with U.S. holiday tie-ins to help you plan the perfect soccer getaway.
Travel: Airport options & getting to Liverpool
Flying directly to Liverpool
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL): The closest airport, just 8 miles (13 km) from the city center.
- Bus: 30–40 minutes to Liverpool Lime Street Station.
- Taxi/Rideshare: Around 20 minutes.
Other UK airports with train access
- Manchester Airport (MAN): 45 minutes by direct train to Liverpool Lime Street.
- London Heathrow (LHR): Train from London Euston to Liverpool Lime Street (2–2.5 hours).
- London Gatwick (LGW): Train via London Victoria + Euston to Liverpool (2.5–3 hours).
How to buy tickets
- Everton FC official site: Safest place to buy tickets.
- Sportsbreaks: Makes it simple for U.S. fans by packaging tickets, hotels, and fan experiences together.
- Avoid scalpers: Stick to official sources to avoid fakes.
If you’re an Everton fan heading over from the U.S., Sportsbreaks makes it super easy to plan your trip. They’ve got you covered with tickets at Hill Dickinson Stadium, hotels and fan experiences all in one place—so you can focus on the match and enjoy your trip stress-free.
Here's a pro tip, book the Hill Dickinson Stadium Tour for behind-the-scenes access to dressing rooms, the tunnel, the pitchside view and Everton Way — the walkway lined with 36,000 engraved stones from supporters around the world.
Where to stay in Liverpool
- Close to Hill Dickinson Stadium: Stay near the Vauxhall or Bramley-Moore Dock area for walkability and waterfront views.
- City Centre: Around Lime Street, Ropewalks, and Bold Street puts you near restaurants, shops, and nightlife, with easy access to the stadium via local transit.
- For Nightlife: Concert Square, Baltic Triangle, and Mathew Street (home of The Cavern Club) offer late-night pubs and music.
- For Foodies: Bold Street and Baltic Market feature street food, global cuisines, and classic Liverpool dishes like Scouse.
Beyond football, Liverpool is alive with culture — from the Beatles Story Museum to Albert Dock and the Mersey Ferry.
Pregaming the Everton way
Everton’s traditions live on at Hill Dickinson Stadium:
- Pubs near the docks and city centre are packed with Evertonians pre-match, singing classics like “Spirit of the Blues.”
- Everton Way around the stadium has become the new gathering hub, with fan stones, food stalls, and merch stands.
- Inside the ground, modern fan zones include self-serve E-Bars, quick-checkout tech for food and drink, and new hospitality areas — all while keeping the same Evertonian soul.
Forget NFL tailgates — here, it’s about scarves, songs, and a pint before the walk into a brand-new ground.
Everton 2025–26 fixture list
Here’s the schedule with U.S. holiday tie-ins marked for travel planning:
- Aug 16, 2025 – Arsenal (H) — First Premier League game at Hill Dickinson Stadium
- Aug 23 – Wolves (A)
- Aug 30 – Spurs (H)
- Sep 14 – Aston Villa (A)
- Sep 21 – Manchester United (H)
- Sep 27 – Leeds United (A)
- Oct 5 – Chelsea (H)
- Oct 18 – Liverpool (A) – Columbus Day proximity
- Oct 26 – Bournemouth (H)
- Nov 1 – Brentford (A)
- Nov 8 – Fulham (H)
- Nov 22 – Crystal Palace (A) – Thanksgiving proximity
- Nov 29 – Nottingham Forest (H)
- Dec 3 – West Ham (A)
- Dec 6 – Brighton (H)
- Dec 13 – Southampton (A)
- Dec 20 – Newcastle (H)
- Dec 27 – Manchester City (A) – Post-Christmas trip
- Dec 30 – Wolves (H) – New Year proximity
- Jan 3, 2026 – Arsenal (A) – New Year extended trip
- Jan 7 – Spurs (A)
- Jan 17 – Aston Villa (H) – MLK Day proximity
- Jan 24 – Manchester United (A)
- Jan 31 – Leeds United (H)
- Feb 7 – Chelsea (A)
- Feb 11 – Liverpool (H)
- Feb 21 – Bournemouth (A) – Presidents’ Day proximity
- Feb 28 – Brentford (H)
- Mar 4 – Fulham (A)
- Mar 14 – Crystal Palace (H)
- Mar 21 – Nottingham Forest (A)
- Apr 11 – West Ham (H) – Easter weekend proximity
- Apr 18 – Brighton (A)
- Apr 25 – Southampton (H)
- May 2 – Newcastle (A)
- May 9 – Manchester City (H)
- May 17 – Wolves (A)
- May 24 – Arsenal (H) – Memorial Day Weekend proximity