Christmas in Chester

As the nights grow darker and the air gets cooler, it's fair to say Christmas is on the way. Chester is the place to be this Christmas, with so many sparkly, seasonal events taking place in the city centre, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Chester Christmas Market will return to the city centre with over 70 chalets filled with gift ideas and delicious festive fare to enjoy, the annual parades will be filling the streets with festive cheer and Chester Cathedral opens its doors with a variety of christmassy events from carol concerts to their popular Christmas tree festival.

Families will get the chance to see Chester Zoo as they have never seen it before as the Lanterns return. Spot the animal lanterns, beautifully lantern-lit gardens and Santa and his sleigh leading the celebrations.

There will be plenty for families to do in the city in the run up to the big day, Santa will be at Storyhouse for magical story telling sessions and Chester Kidsmas festival is back with festive characters, FREE festive film screenings and more!

Enjoy late night shopping and marvel at the iconic tree, lit up for the festive season at Cheshire Oak Designer Outlet or visit Grosvenor Shopping Centre for the perfect gift with late night shopping every Thursday from 24th November to 22nd December.

Then stay the night in a luxury hotel and do it all over again!

Getting to the Chester this Christmas is more affordable than you think with Merseyrail. Travel together and get a family ticket for up to 5 for just £11, a return ticket from just £2.05, or make as many journeys as you like throughout the day with a Day Saver on the Merseyrail Network for just £5.20*.
*only excluding peak hours 06.31 - 09.29 Monday – Friday

If that's not enough, check out all the other events taking place this Christmas in Chester below:

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Christmas in Chester Map
Christmas at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

This year kick off the festive season in spectacular fashion at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet! Discover everything you need to know for an unforgettable Christmas....
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Chester Kidsmas

Experience a Christmas you’ll never forget in Chester city centre. With a mixture of your favourite stores, unique shops and independent restaurants, Chester has everything you need for the perfect day out!
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KingKabs

Established in 1968, KingKabs has built up an enviable reputation as Chester’s most trusted taxi service. KingKabs transport over 4 million local residents, businesses and visitors a year.
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8 must do's in Cheshire this Christmas
There is so much happening in Chester and Cheshire this Christmas time. Everything from visits from Santa to festive feasts, traditional carol concerts to creative wreath making and enchanting lanterns to magical mansions. Here are 8 must do’s this Christmas in Cheshire…

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Where to see Santa in Cheshire this Christmas

Santa and his elf helpers will be popping up at various locations throughout Cheshire this festive season.
Chester Christmas Market

Shoppers are in for a magical time at Chester Christmas Market, with over 70 traditional wooden chalets and Gin & Ale Bar situated in the heart of Chester, all wrapped around a sparkling Christmas tree.
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Chelfie and Elfie’s Magic Glasses

Every Saturday and Sunday throughout the Christmas season Chester’s very own elves will be out and about spreading festive cheer and giving away magic glasses!
1. 16 Nov 201823 Dec 2018
Storytelling with Santa

Make Christmas truly magical this year and take your little ones to Storytelling with Santa at Storyhouse. A visit to see Santa adds that extra bit of magic to the festive season!
1. 22 Nov 201823 Dec 2018
FREE Festive Film Screenings
Christmas at the Grosvenor Shopping Centre

Let the kids meet father christmas and pick up a present at Santa’s grotto every weekend from 24th Nov. During Weekdays let the kids visit the free animatronic storytelling Santa and singing reindeers.
1. 24 Nov 201823 Dec 2018
The Lanterns at Chester Zoo

As the days grow cold and the nights draw near, in the heart of Chester Zoo, something magical will appear. So before you turn and think of leaving, take a second look because seeing is believing...
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Winter Watch Exhibition

Chester

The Midsummer and Winter Watch parades are a unique part of Chester's history, still enjoyed by hundreds of people each year. This exhibition explores the work which goes into staging them and gives a glimpse behind the scenes of these iconic events.

Dates

From:

24 Nov 2018to27 Jan 2019Open 10:30 - 17:00