What's On for Families?

Cheshire is the perfect place to come with the family for a fun day out or even a longer stay. There is so much happening all year around for everyone to enjoy, from ages 0 to 100, you can even bring the pooch.

We've lots of fun-packed festivals that take place in Chester and Cheshire throughout the year. Starting with the annual Scarecrow Festival at Tatton Park, where you can hunt for dozens of Scarecrows in the 50 acre gardens and throughout the farm.

We are happy to see some of our old favourites returning this year, Middlewich FAB Festival offers an eclectic mix of musical performances and boating activities, the Royal Cheshire County Show with its Quad Bike Stunt Show, delicious food and drink stalls, fairground rides and more is a must visit, and Nantwich Show is back after 3 years away, moving to a new home at Reaseheath College for the first time.

After a successful year last year the Tatton Park Pop Up Festival returns with a fantastic line up of family friendly events ranging from dance and princess parties to dinosaur shows.

Come to Deva Fest, a great value family-friendly three day extravaganza of music, parades, shows and fabulous food and drink, or the Just So Festival, an imaginative outdoor adventure with a love of stories and childhood escapades at its heart or the Geronimo Festival, the UK's number 1 family festival with a kids field like no other!

We even have a festival especially for your dog! Dogfest takes place at Tatton Park in June, with have-a-go activities from dog diving to agility, why not enter the fund dog show or help to raise funds for Dogs Trust as you admire the surroundings on the Big Dog Walk.

As well as lots of festivals, many of our Cheshire attractions host hands on workshops, trails, exhibitions, quests, shows and more throughout the year. Take a look at our round up of family friendly events in Chester and Cheshire below:

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Romans and the Salt Towns of Cheshire – a Glittering Legacy

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Exhibition

Marston, Northwich

Lion Salt Works Museum’s fascinating new exhibition includes a copy of the rare Roman helmet made of iron, found in Northwich and displayed at Weaver Hall Museum

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15 Oct 2022to30 Apr 2023

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Curious About Chester

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Guided Walk

Castle Drive, Chester

Have fun (re-)discovering Chester, spotting things you've never noticed before, with two quirky treasure hunt style heritage walks - a fun and affordable way to enjoy some fresh air. Curious About Chester visits not just the obvious places, but some…

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30 Oct 2022to25 Mar 2023Open 11:00 - 16:00

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Little Lions Go Wild

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Family Friendly

Marston, Northwich

Inspired by its newly ‘re-wilded’ area, Northwich’s successful pre-school club at the Lion Salt Works Museum is relaunching on Friday 14 October as ‘Little Lions Go Wild’

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31 Oct 2022to16 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

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3 Jan 2023to17 Feb 2023Various Opening Times

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27 Feb 2023to31 Mar 2023Various Opening Times

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Christmas at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

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Family Friendly

Ellesmere Port

The centre's iconic and much-loved Christmas tree, which stands at over 100ft tall, is currently under construction in readiness for this year's festivities to be officially kickstarted on November 3.

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3 Nov 2022to23 Dec 2022

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The Lanterns 2022

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Outdoors

Chester

The Lanterns at Chester Zoo will be back for another MAGICAL event in 2022! It’s NEVER too early to plan your festive celebrations. Join us again as we transform the zoo into a spectacular wonderland, full of sparkle, illumination and plenty…

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11 Nov 2022to23 Dec 2022

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Little Face Of Christmas

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Family Friendly

Warrington

By popular demand. . . Our Little Face of Christmas competition is back!

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12 Nov 2022to11 Dec 2022Open 11:00 - 16:00

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Winter Wonderlight

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Outdoors

Wirral

Spend time together and create everlasting festive memories on an unforgettable walk-through wonderland experience for all the family
As night falls on the historic gardens of Thornton Manor this winter, the grounds will come alive with a…

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18 Nov 2022to2 Jan 2023Open 16:00 - 20:00

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Christmas at Dunham Massey

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Event

Altrincham

Christmas at Dunham Massey - the magical, after dark, illuminated trail at Dunham Massey Park and Gardens, Fri 18 Nov to Mon 2 Jan, from 4pm onwards.

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18 Nov 2022to2 Jan 2023

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Chester Christmas Market - 10th Anniversary

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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.

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18 Nov 2022to21 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

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The Rows Christmas Bazaar

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Family Friendly

Chester

Every Thursday evening and weekend over the festive period, you will find a variety of programmed entertainment to enjoy including Christmas carolling, Christmas craft sessions for children and adults alike, sampling and free face painting for the…

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19 Nov 2022to18 Dec 2022

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Christmas at Gulliver's World

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Family Friendly

Warrington

Gulliver’s World is offering a range of Christmas adventure packages for families this festive season including a chance to meet Santa who is back in his traditional grotto.

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19 Nov 2022to24 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

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Mog’s Christmas Trail

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Event

Altrincham

This interactive, daytime family trail is based on the antics and escapades from Judith Kerr’s beloved book ‘Mog’s Christmas’ and is ideal for families with younger children.

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19 Nov 2022to8 Jan 2023

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Once Upon A Pantomime: The Christmas Mansion

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Show / Display

Knutsford

Enter a magical Christmas Mansion themed with all of your favourite pantomimes. You'll see spectacular decorations, lighting, and familiar characters in every room.

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22 Nov 2022to1 Jan 2023

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Making Christmas : Handmade Holidays at Silk Museum

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History & Heritage

Macclesfield

The Silk Museum launches its season of Handmade Holidays this November with an uplifting programme of music, making and giving ahead of Christmas.

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23 Nov 2022to18 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Luminate UK

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Outdoors

Higher Walton, Warrington

A spectacular, illuminated trail, full of wonder and intrigue, to delight and enthrall your senses.

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24 Nov 2022to24 Dec 2022Open 16:30 - 22:00

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Christmas Tree Festival

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Festival

Chester

Our annual Christmas Tree Festival returns for its 10th fabulous year in 2022.

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25 Nov 2022to8 Jan 2023Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Christmas at the Magical Woodland

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Family Friendly

Sandiway, Northwich

With the woodland as a natural backdrop, you will experience a truly magical Christmas experience. This is a walking experience where you will embark on a journey through a 15 acre magical woodland.

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25 Nov 2022to1 Jan 2023

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Christmas Party Nights

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Food & Drink

Pulford, Chester

Prepare for Christmas 2022 with Christmas Party Nights in Chester!

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25 Nov 2022to23 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

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Christmas at the Crimson

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Competition / Game

Chester

Christmas at the Crimson - Christmas Special Escape Room Opens

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25 Nov 2022to24 Dec 2022

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Christmas at Delamere Forest

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Outdoors

Northwich

Spend time together and create everlasting memories as you wander between the specially chosen illuminations, all choreographed to a soundtrack of Christmas classics. Pause at the flickering flames in the fire garden and don't forget to glimpse…

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25 Nov 2022to31 Dec 2022Open 16:15 - 20:00

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