Organisers at Culture 26 are encouraging residents and musicians across the borough to mark the occasion by filling the streets with Beatles songs to honour the town’s special connection to the Fab Four.
Widnes hosted two of only four official Beatles record signings.
On October 6, 1962, the band signed copies of Love Me Do during two sessions in town.
The first was held at Dawson’s Music Shop, now Worldchoice Sports.
A second signing session took place later that day at The Music Shop.
Louise Nulty, culture officer at Halton Borough Council, said: “We want the whole borough buzzing with Beatles music.
“Whether you’re a seasoned performer, an acoustic guitarist, a singer, a ukulele player or just someone who loves the songs, we want to hear from you.
“The idea is simple – fill Widnes with Beatles Buskers and create something special for Global Beatles Day.”
Widnes’ 2026 plans aim to make the most of that legacy by turning the town into a living tribute on Thursday, June 25.
A day of Beatles performances will take over Widnes town centre, with the celebrations that day may also feature a special visit from Dale Liverpool.
The event will be in connection with Beyond the Tracks, the acclaimed Halton music trail celebrating the area’s extraordinary musical heritage, and Culture 26:Made in Halton, a borough-wide celebration showcasing Halton’s artists, musicians, performers and creative communities throughout 2026.
Pamela Ward, one of the fans who attended the 1962 signing, still treasures the memory today.
She famously took an extended lunch break from Woolworths to join the queue.
Pamela and her colleagues returned to work with autographs in hand—nearly getting sacked in the process.
Her signed single has become a rare collector’s item and a piece of Widnes’ musical history.
Culture 26 organisers are inviting fans of all ages to come along on their lunch break and enjoy the Buskers and celebrate Widnes’ role in Beatles history.
They are also encouraging local business owners and staff to join in by dressing up and playing music from The Beatles on the day.
Global Beatles Day is observed around the world every June 25 as a celebration of the band’s lasting impact on music and culture.
The Widnes event aims to add a distinctly local twist, connecting people through music while shining a spotlight on the town’s unique place in the Beatles’ journey.