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Everton have lodged an application with Liverpool Council to double the number of non-sporting events staged at Hill Dickinson Stadium. The Toffees want to develop their new waterfront base into a leading multi-use venue, tapping into the city’s strong musical legacy and giving local tourism a lift.

Everton have formally requested permission from Liverpool Council to increase the number of non-sporting events at their waterfront stadium, according to the Liverpool Echo. The Toffees relocated to Hill Dickinson Stadium in 2025, bringing their long stay at the historic Goodison Park to an end.

Now in their second season at the new ground, the club are looking to widen their existing planning permissions. The current approval, which was granted in 2021, allows Everton to host only four full-capacity non-sporting events in each calendar year.

Everton want that figure raised to eight events, which would open the door for more major music concerts. Under the fresh proposal, up to two events would be allowed to run until 11.30pm, while all remaining events would have to finish by 11pm.

The main purpose of the application is to establish Hill Dickinson Stadium as a premier multi-use venue. CBRE Limited, acting for Everton, submitted a planning statement setting out the wider regional advantages of the proposed expansion.

"While maintaining its principle role as a football stadium, the proposed amendment seeks to enhance the stadium’s potential as a multi-use venue," the statement said. "This will support wider regional aims to increase the live music offer in the city region, and in turn boost the tourism and visitor economy."

Planning agents also said the current rules are limiting the venue despite strong interest from event promoters. They added that the proposed amendment gives Liverpool a chance to make the most of its prestigious standing as a designated UNESCO City of Music.

The waterfront stadium is already showing its flexibility alongside Everton’s Premier League campaign. Since opening, the venue has successfully staged two rugby events as well as an England Women’s international fixture.

There are also seasonal events lined up, with Oktoberfest and Christmas markets due to take place later this year. In addition, the Toffees are pressing ahead with further developments around the site to improve the matchday experience for supporters.

Andrew Middleton, the club’s president of business operations, recently confirmed plans to turn the Grade II-listed hydraulic tower into a dedicated sports bar. On top of that, the Western Terrace steps will soon be opened to the public on non-matchdays.

Liverpool Council have not yet confirmed when the planning application will be considered by committee members. Until a verdict is made, Everton will have to continue operating under the existing limit of four events.

While the club continue working behind the scenes to bring the first major artists to Hill Dickinson Stadium, no dates or acts have been announced so far. If the proposal is approved, it could mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the Toffees. Expanding the venue’s live music offering would deliver a significant financial boost for both the club and the wider Merseyside economy.