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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An Evening with Sarah Perry

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Indoor

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Celebrate the Summer Solstice with an evening discussing Enlightenment, the spell-binding new novel from renowned author, Sarah Perry.
"Enlightenment is a complete masterwork…With its intersections of faith, physics, love and wisdom, I imagine we…

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:
21 June 2024Open 18:30 - 20:00

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The Three Cultures? Alan Garner: Art, Myth, Science

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Lecture

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Celebrate the Summer Solstice with a day of panels, discussions and workshops celebrating renowned novelist and Cheshire local Alan Garner; one of the most significant and interesting writers of our generation.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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From:
21 June 2024Open 10:30 - 17:30

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Peaky Blinders Murder Mystery Evening

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Event

Pulford, Chester

Join us for an evening of intrigue at our Murder Mystery Event on Friday 21st June 2024 (7pm).

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From:
21 June 2024Open 19:00 -

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KVN Dance Company: Coppelia

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Dance

Chester

See Coppelia as you’ve never seen her before!
Following sold-out performances in London, KVN Dance Company returns with Kevan Allen’s magical reimaging of the beloved classical ballet, Coppelia.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
21 June 2024

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Midsummer Watch Parade

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Carnival

Chester

More than 500 years in the making, Chester’s Midsummer Watch is the oldest and most colourful parade in the UK. Since its first outing in 1498, the Watch has become a major part of Chester’s cultural heritage.

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From:

22 June 2024to23 June 2024Open 14:00 -

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John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right

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Chester

The frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL) caused a political earthquake and transformed music for good.
In his spoken word show, I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right, Lydon is touring the UK. He will talk about how he…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

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From:
22 June 2024Open 19:30 -

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Stanley Palace Ghost Hunt

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Participatory Event

Chester

Dragonfly Paranormal are back in the Historic City of Chester at Stanley Palace.
Finally our long awaited return to this incredible location since our first investigation there back in 2018.

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From:

22 June 2024to23 June 2024Open 19:00 - 03:00

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Jamboree Weekend

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Family Friendly

Old Hall, Warrington

Get ready for a huge Jamboree Weekend this June at Gulliver's World Warrington!

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From:
22 June 2024Open 10:30 - 17:00
From:
23 June 2024Open 10:30 - 17:00

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Daresbury Festival

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Music

Higher Walton, Warrington

A day of House, Disco and Happiness at the brand new Daresbury Festival taking place in the picturesque setting of Walton Hall and Gardens.

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Walton Hall & Gardens, Warrington

Dates

From:
22 June 2024Open 14:00 - 22:00

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Handbridge Summer Festival

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Festival

Chester

Handbridge Association is pleased to be running another Summer Festival this year on the High Street between the Bridge Inn and The Handbridge Public House.

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From:
23 June 2024Open 11:00 -

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Art on the Cut

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Exhibition

Ellesmere Port

See how our new photogrammetry suite is being used to record the distinctive 'roses and castles' canal art as well as viewing examples of fantastic canal scenes.

Venue

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

Dates

From:
23 June 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Wedding Fayre @ Parr's Bank, Warrington

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Exhibition

Warrington

Attention all brides and grooms-to-be! Are you looking for a wedding venue that will leave your guests speechless and create unforgettable memories? Look no further, because The Parr's Bank in Warrington, Cheshire is THE place to say "I do"!

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

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Cheshire Cats Vintage Motorbikes

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Outdoors

Stretton, Nr Farndon

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

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Stretton Watermill, Chester Rural / Welsh Borders

Dates

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

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Gloworm Warrington

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Event

Higher Walton, Warrington

Gloworm is coming to the Walton this summer!

Venue

Walton Hall & Gardens, Warrington

Dates

From:
23 June 2024Open 10:30 - 19:00

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Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy

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Theatre

Chester

Brace yourselves sisters - the habit is coming to Storyhouse!
The brand new production of the Broadway and UK award-winning musical is coming to Storyhouse, direct from the West End!

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

24 June 2024to29 June 2024Various Opening Times

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Under the Grass

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Outdoors

Chester

Come and find out what the archaeologists have found this year under the grass in Grosvenor Park and from 1.30 meet the Finds Liaison Officer for Cheshire, Greater Manchester & Merseyside and find out about the work of the Portable Antiquities…

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From:
25 June 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Sophie Rosa & Ian Buckle at Sandbach Concert Series

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Concert

Sandbach

We are delighted that violinist Sophie Rosa and pianist Ian Buckle will bring our season to a close with a programme full of sunshine, including Vaughan Williams' evergreen The Lark Ascending, Rebecca Clarke's Midsummer Moon and concluding with…

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From:
26 June 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00

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Under the Grass

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Outdoors

Chester

Come and find out about what the archaeologists have found this year under the grass of Grosvenor Park. This is part of the Chester Heritage Festival.

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From:
26 June 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
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27 June 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
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28 June 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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The CAFT Charity Ladies Lunch

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Celebration

Northwich

Follow CAFT down the rabbit hole to their Annual Ladies Lunch on Wednesday 26th June 2024 at Nunsmere Hall, Northwich. 10.30am - 4.30pm.
Their Alice in Wonderland themed event includes a reception drink, exclusive shopping, goody bags, delicious 2…

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From:
26 June 2024Open 10:30 - 16:30

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Scarlett Harlett: Live & Untucked

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Theatre

Runcorn

Scarlett Harlett is the cockney princess from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK Series 3. Back by popular demand following a successful panto run, she brings her one woman drag show to the Brindley Theatre this Summer!

Venue

The Brindley Theatre, Halton

Dates

From:
26 June 2024

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