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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Reaseheath Mini Zoo

Nantwich

Come and meet the many animals, including meerkats, monkeys, rabbits and reptiles at Reaseheath Zoo.

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29 Mar 2025to14 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Bruce Foxton from The Jam

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Concert

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

Bruce Foxton will be bringing his band ‘From The Jam’ to Warrington to celebrate the legacy of ‘Setting Sons’.

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
21 Mar 2025

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Dear Evan Hansen (Musical)

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Event

Chester

Meet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants nothing more than to fit in.
The thing is, on his way to fitting in, he didn’t tell the whole truth.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

18 Mar 2025to22 Mar 2025

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Reaseheath Mini Zoo

Nantwich

Come and meet the many animals, including meerkats, monkeys, rabbits and reptiles at Reaseheath Zoo.

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17 Feb 2025to25 Feb 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2024 at The Fishpool Inn

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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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Austin Powers Murder Mystery Comedy Dining Experience

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Performance

Ellesmere Port

He's back, baby! In this ultimate parody tribute to everyone's favourite man of mystery!
Become a secret agent and travel back to the swinging 60s for a groovy evening with Austin, Dr Evil, and other zany characters inspired by the classic comedy…

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From:
1 Feb 2025Open 19:00 - 21:30

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Austin Powers Murder Mystery Comedy Dining Experience

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Performance

Northwich

He's back, baby! In this ultimate parody tribute to everyone's favourite man of mystery!
Become a secret agent and travel back to the swinging 60s for a groovy evening with Austin, Dr Evil, and other zany characters inspired by the classic comedy…

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From:
1 Feb 2025Open 19:00 - 21:30

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Valentine's Encounter

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Talk

Sandiway, Northwich

This Valentine's Let your love soar as you experience our beautiful birds of prey.
Your hearts will take flight as you get hands-on with these magnificent creatures. This experience is a private one-hour encounter for just you and your partner.

Venue

Cheshire Outdoors, Northwich

Cheshire Segway, Northwich

Dates

From:

27 Jan 2025to14 Feb 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Steptoe and Son Live!

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Event

Chester

You wouldn’t think it was possible for this ‘rag and boning’ duo to still be at it after all this time, but here they are!
Albert is still a dirty old man and Harold is as pretentious as ever! Come and join Steptoe & Son for all the hilarious…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
18 Jan 2025Open 19:30 -

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Murder 57 Presents - Twas the Night Before Christmas

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Theatre

Christleton

It is Christmas Eve 1987 and you are part of Smartoys staff Christmas party. This year, Fiona Smartley-Price (Smartoy's CEO) has extra cause to celebrate because the company have achieved having the Christmas Number 1 toy in the shops.

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From:
19 Dec 2024

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Beauty & The Beast

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Family Friendly

Crewe

Following the success of Aladdin and Cinderella, Cheshire’s favourite family pantomime returns in 2024 with the family friendly fairy-tale Beauty and the Beast. Produced by the award-winning Imagine Theatre, Beauty and the Beast will have all the…

Venue

Crewe Lyceum Theatre, Crewe

Dates

From:

13 Dec 2024to5 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

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Family Fun Market from JDL

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Family Friendly

Christleton

Join JDL Mini Markets at Mercure Chester Abbots Well Hotel for a day filled with Christmas fun for the whole family. Craft activities and workshops plus delicious food and local stallholders.

Dates

From:
8 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 15:30

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Sleeping Beauty

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Theatre

Chester

The Christmas show you’ve been dreaming of!
Join us for a dreamy Christmas show: Sleeping Beauty at Storyhouse! This Christmas, we invite you to embark on an enchanting journey into the land of dreams with our spellbinding production of Sleeping…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

5 Dec 2024to29 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Santa Cruises 2024

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Participatory Event

Northwich

Santa will be celebrating the season of good cheer with Mrs Claus and his cheeky elves… and you are invited to join them!

Venue

Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich

Dates

From:

1 Dec 2024to24 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Christmas Wreath Making

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Demonstration

Knutsford

Join us for a delightful wreath making workshop, perfect for anyone who loves to add a personal touch to their Christmas decorations.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:
30 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00
From:
1 Dec 2024

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Scrooge

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Food & Drink

Crewe

Become part of the story Help Marley’s ghosts restore Ebenezer’s Christmas Spirit in this interactive dining experience.

Dates

From:
29 Nov 2024

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The dusk of Warrington’s industrial era to be explored in new exhibition

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Exhibition

Warrington

An exhibition chronicling the changing face of Warrington amid the town’s fading industrial backdrop opens Friday 24th November

Venue

Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Warrington

Dates

From:

24 Nov 2024to18 Feb 2025

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Dave Finnegan’s The Commitments

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Performance

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

A soul-stirring concert experience paying tribute to a hit movie of the early 90s.

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
17 Nov 2024

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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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Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo

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Outdoors

Chester

Returning for 2024, get ready to experience the Magic of Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo.
15 November 2024 – 1 January 2025
Tickets from just £12, On sale April 2024

Venue

Chester Zoo, Chester Outskirts

Dates

From:

15 Nov 2024to1 Jan 2025Open 17:00 - 21:00

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