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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Secret Life of the Zoo Tour

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Family Friendly

Chester

EXPLORE the zoo like never before! Our BRAND NEW experience will give you the chance to start your day in a truly UNIQUE way, before we open to the public!

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Chester Zoo for Groups, Chester Outskirts

Chester Zoo, Chester Outskirts

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27 Dec 2023to24 Dec 2024

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Native - a brand new immersive experience at Chester Zoo

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Exhibition

Upton-by-Chester

A breath-taking 360° immersive experience, showcasing some of the most iconic species in the British Isles.

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Chester Zoo, Chester Outskirts

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1 Jan 2024to1 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Clangers

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Warrington

Join Tiny & Small at Gulliver's World Theme Park
Tiny & Small Clanger will be appearing at Gulliver's World Warrington until 30th June 2024!

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Gulliver's World Resort, Warrington

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16 Jan 2024to30 June 2024

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The Gruffalo's 25th Birthday Trail at Delamere Forest

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Trail

Northwich

Enjoy a year-long celebratory trail to mark the 25th anniversary of the award-winning picture book, “The Gruffalo”.
Since 2014, the collaboration between Magic Light Pictures and Forestry England has enchanted families in England, immersing them in…

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Delamere Forest, Northwich

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From:

24 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2025

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Speed of Change

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Exhibition

Chester

Mobile phones have become a feature of our everyday lives. From maths to music, mapping to photo snapping, banking to gaming, micro-chip technology has transformed our lives in a few decades

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Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

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3 Feb 2024to23 June 2024

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North Wales Adventure Tour

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Bus / Coach Tour

Chester

A fully guided and narrated Tour of the beautiful and mysterious North Wales. See Conwy Caste, The Ogwen Valley, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and much more!

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14 Feb 2024to14 Feb 2025Open 09:30 - 05:30

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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.

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Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

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24 Feb 2024to2 June 2024

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The World as I See It

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Exhibition

Chester

We all see the world from our own perspective, and the photographs featured in this exhibition offer a glimpse of how members of Chester Photographic Society experience it.

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Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

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2 Mar 2024to2 June 2024Open 10:30 - 16:00

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Artisan Market

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Local Producers

Higher Walton, Warrington

From March 2024, on the first Sunday of every month we will be welcoming Eventive’s artisan food and craft market.

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Walton Hall & Gardens, Warrington

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3 Mar 2024to1 Sept 2024

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New Quarry Bank daily hydro tours

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Guided Walk

Styal

Enjoy a behind the scenes look at how the hydro turns the power of the River Bollin in to electricity.
This tour will give you an overview of the history of waterpower, from the first wheel installed in 1784 to the present-day Kaplan turbine today.…

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

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6 Mar 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 14:00 - 14:40

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Lāsma Poiša’s I Became A Mother

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Exhibition

Warrington

A bold, uncompromising and thought-provoking exhibition exploring an unfiltered and often unseen side of motherhood is at Warrington Museum and Art Gallery from 8th March - 19th May.

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8 Mar 2024to19 May 2024

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Apprentice House Tours at Quarry Bank

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Guided Tour

Styal

Explore the home of the child workers of Quarry Bank on a unique tour.
Child workers lived in the Apprentice House, often sent from workhouses far away. They laboured for long hours in the Mill, before returning to chores including gardening and…

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13 Mar 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 15:20

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Visit Quarry Bank House

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Indoor

Styal

Visit the comfortable home of the Greg family: funded by the mill and right next to it, but far away from the world of its workers

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13 Mar 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 15:30

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Journey through blossom at Quarry Bank

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Outdoors

Styal

Discover the beauty of blossom at Quarry Bank and excite your senses by following the blossom trail.

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Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

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21 Mar 2024to12 May 2024Open 10:30 - 17:00

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Shaun the Sheep - Find the Flock

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Family Friendly

Knutsford

A ewe-nique arts trail is coming to Tatton Park’s 50-acre gardens in collaboration with Academy Award® award-winning studio, Aardman, and global art producer, Wild in Art, to bring one of Aardman’s much loved characters, and star of film and…

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Tatton Park, Knutsford

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29 Mar 2024to23 June 2024

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Waterways Exhibition

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Exhibition

Ellesmere Port

A visual response to the National Waterways Museum by Cheshire Artists Network. An exhibition of work made by artists from Cheshire in response to the artefacts, buildings and landscapes at the museum. Featured image is Ghosts of the Past by Tony…

Venue

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

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29 Mar 2024to27 May 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Earth's Murmurs exhibition at the LAKE gallery

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Exhibition

West KIrby

Two artists, working with very different media, explore their emotional connection to the landscape
Bridget Greenwood
Valerie Wartelle

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11 Apr 2024to11 May 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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CIRCUS FUNTASIA

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Performance

CREWE

After our SELL OUT 10 year anniversary tour, Circus Funtasia is back with a bang! Bear witness to some amazing feats by world class talent...

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11 Apr 2024to21 Apr 2024Open 17:00 - 21:30

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The Paint Republic Paint and Sip Party

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Event

Raymond St, Chester

We paint, we drink, we party -- this is not a paint class as you know it!
Not painted at all or since school? Well why not try it again but this time in a fun, judgement-free and relaxed environment? Join us for an evening of painting, hosted by…

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Tuesday Lunchtime Concert

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Concert

Chester

Recital from 12.45pm to 1.35pm. See www.wesleychester.co.uk for performer and programme details. Retiring collection

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16 Apr 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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