What's on in Cheshire

Looking to experience something unique during your visit? Find out what's on in Cheshire here.The county is a hive of activity throughout the year, playing host to events for all.

Whatever time you plan on visiting Cheshire, there is sure to be something happening for you to enjoy and get involved with.

Visit Cheshire and be part of centuries old traditions with re enactments and historic parades, celebrate music from the the coolest decade, experience an outdoor adventure for the whole family or delight at unique pieces of art at one of the many events taking place at Cheshire's historic houses throughout the year.

There are plenty of musical delights to enjoy from folk to opera, jazz to classical, there is something for all musical tastes. Keep the family entertained with hands on activities and workshops at some of Cheshire's favourite attractions throughout the school holidays or come and immerse yourself in rural life at one of the many county shows.

Our county is rich in natural and scientific assets, which have shaped a unique and innovative cultural offering staged in intriguing venues across the county’s urban and rural landscape. Choose from the inspiring ideas in our three itineraries to craft an unforgettable experience you’ll only find in Cheshire.

This is just a taster! Use the search function on this page to search for events by date, location or type or see the list below for inspiration.

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Chester in the English Civil War

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Exhibition

Chester

Third-Year archaeology students from the University of Chester will research, interpret and present fascinating finds from the West Cheshire Museum’s collections to explore this turbulent episode in our city’s history.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

24 Feb 2024to2 June 2024

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Chester Green Weekend

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Event

Chester

Chester Green Weekend is a new event to Chester which will be part of the national Great Big Green Week.

Dates

From:

15 June 2024to16 June 2024

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Chester Folk Festival

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Type:

Festival

Kelsall, Chester

Annual celebration of folk music held in the village of Kelsall.

Dates

From:

24 May 2024to27 May 2024

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Chester Craft Beer Festival

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Festival

Chester

Join us for the 6th year of Chester's finest craft beer festival. With around 100 different beers from the best breweries in the UK and beyond, plus awesome street food, music, cocktails and gin bars.

Venue

The Carriage Shed, Chester

Dates

From:
18 May 2024Various Opening Times

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Chester Christmas Market

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Sale

Chester

A magical Christmas all wrapped up! Chester Christmas Market will be back in the heart of Chester this year.

Dates

From:

17 Nov 2024to19 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Chester Castle Medieval Living History Weekend

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Demonstration

Chester

Medieval Mischief at Chester Castle Event
Come and join us for our family friendly event on Saturday 11 May and Sunday 12 May 2024, 11 am- 4 pm. Entry is free.

Dates

From:
11 May 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00
From:
12 May 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00

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Chester Castle 'Ghost Hunt'

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Event

lee Green Lane, Church Minshull, Nantwich

We are a paranormal events company who work exclusively with Chester Castle to arrange events from 8pm till 2pm.

Dates

From:
3 Aug 2024Open 08:00 - 14:00
From:
14 Dec 2024Open 08:00 - 14:00

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Chester Big Band

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Event

Chester

Following the success of last year’s sell-out show and their subsequent victory at the Llangollen International Eisteddfod competition, Chester Big Band and their musical director Jan Modelski return to Storyhouse to present another evening of…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
1 June 2024Open 19:00 -

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Chester Art Beat

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Show / Display

Chester

Chester Art Beat is a free live arts event in Chester City Centre from July 5th to 7th, 2024. Join us for this immersive, inspiring and creative weekend!
Follow the Chester Art Beat map and explore exciting venues where you can see 30+ artists,…

Dates

From:
5 July 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
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6 July 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
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7 July 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00

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CheshireFest

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Type:

Festival

Siddington, Macclesfield

Nestled within the lush countryside of Cheshire, Capesthorne Hall is home to Cheshires first boutique festival experience.

Venue

Capesthorne Hall & Gardens, Macclesfield

Dates

From:
31 Aug 2024

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Cheshire Steam Fair

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Fete / Fair

Warrington

Established for over 30 years the Cheshire Steam Fair is one of the main steam events in Cheshire.

Dates

From:

13 July 2024to14 July 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Cheshire inflatable 5km

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Family Friendly

Flittogate Lane, Knutsford

Get ready to bounce your way through The World's BIGGEST and most EPIC Inflatable 5K Obstacle Course!

Dates

From:
3 Aug 2024Open 09:00 - 14:00

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Cheshire Half Marathon

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Outdoors

Siddington, Macclesfield

Returning to Capesthorne Hall, this notoriously flat and fast course provides the perfect opportunity to get a personal best over the half marathon distance in 2024.

Venue

Capesthorne Hall & Gardens, Macclesfield

Dates

From:
8 Sept 2024Open 09:00 - 12:00

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Cheshire Game and Country Fair

Type

Type:

Festival

Nr Knutsford

A Game and Country Fair with a main show arena and a host of smaller country sports arenas and workshops, and the very best in countryside activities and entertainment, we can offer you an unbeatable family day out.

Dates

From:

25 Aug 2024to26 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 18:00

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Cheshire Cats Vintage Motorbikes

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Type:

Outdoors

Stretton, Nr Farndon

The annual opportunity to see this impressive array of vintage motorbikes from all periods.

Venue

Stretton Watermill, Chester Rural / Welsh Borders

Dates

From:
23 June 2024Open 11:30 - 15:00

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Change in Fashion from 1066 - 1980s

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Exhibition

Chester

A catwalk of dolls model hand-sewn costumes, showing how fashions have changed through the centuries.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

2 Mar 2024to30 June 2024

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Challengers

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Film

Chester

From acclaimed filmmaker Luca Guadagnino (Call Me By Your Name) Challengers stars Zendaya as Tashi Duncan, a former tennis prodigy turned coach and a force of nature who makes no apologies for her game on and off the court.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

3 May 2024to9 May 2024

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2024 at The Fishpool Inn

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Type:

Food & Drink

Delamere

Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day date idea? Romance your loved one in the cosy charm and comfort of The Fishpool Inn, Cheshire’s finest countryside inn and gastropub.

Dates

From:
14 Feb 2025

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Catalyst for Creativity Exhibition

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Type:

Exhibition

Widnes,

A fantastic new exhibition has been opened at Catalyst Science Discovery Centre in Widnes.

Venue

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum, Widnes

Dates

From:

8 May 2024to5 June 2024

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Castle Park Arts Centre new exhibitions

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Type:

Exhibition

Frodsham

Journey by Eddisbury Artists. The Eddisbury Artists are a group of local artists who meet to paint and develop their artistic interests.

Dates

From:

14 May 2024to22 June 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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