Liverpool Cathedral Announces Special Programme of Events for Helios

Easter Sunday sunrise service with Helios at Liverpool Cathedral.

Liverpool Cathedral is preparing to celebrate the resurrection with its Easter Sunday sunrise service under Helios, the latest artwork by British artist Luke Jerram.

Liverpool Cathedral Announces Special Programme of Events for Helios – including Easter Sunday sunrise service

From 4th April to 9th May 2025, visitors will have the chance to experience this latest work, an illuminated sculpture of the sun, accompanied by a specially commissioned surround sound composition.

The artwork will be temporarily removed for Holy Week services on 18th April before returning for the Easter Sunday sunrise service on 20th April at 5:30 am.

Measuring seven meters in diameter, Helios offers a detailed, up-close view of the sun, using high-resolution imagery at a scale of 1:200 million. The artwork captures the surface’s dynamic textures, from sunspots and filaments to the origins of solar flares—some of which led to the recent displays of the Northern Lights over the UK.

To complement Helios, Liverpool Cathedral has curated a diverse programme of events, offering visitors the chance to experience the installation in unique and meaningful ways from sunrise yoga to family storytelling sessions, a series of late openings including ticketed events which will feature live music, while those looking for a more relaxed experience can attend Quiet Hour; a sensory-friendly session with reduced capacity.

The Very Revd Dr Sue Jones, Dean of Liverpool, said:

“Helios is a stunning celebration of the sun’s life-giving power and its significance across cultures and faiths.

“Having this artwork in the Cathedral, especially during the Easter period, gives us a chance to reflect on themes of light and resurrection. We are delighted to welcome everyone to experience this incredible installation in our magnificent space.”

This year’s Cathedral Sleepout, in partnership with The Whitechapel Centre will take place under Heliosraising money for the most vulnerable people in the city

Artist, Luke Jerram said:

‘Helios acts as a venue, enabling hosts to create their own programme of sun inspired events and activities to take place beneath it. I hope that Liverpool Cathedral’s exciting programme of events will bring together people of all ages, religions and backgrounds in celebration and reflection’.

The full Helios event programme, including ticket information can be found here.