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.

Searching for...

What's On

Number of results:

Number of results: 397

, currently showing 321 to 340.

Sort By: Start Date Highest A-Z Lowest A-Z Highest

Highest

The Haunting of Blaine Manor

Type

Type:

Event

Northwich

England, 1953. Renowned American parapsychologist Doctor Roy Earle, famous for discrediting hauntings and exposing fake mediums, is invited to attend a seance in Blaine Manor, said to be the most haunted building in England.

Dates

From:
6 Sept 2024Open 19:30 -

More Details
Heritage Open Days

Type

Type:

Open Day

Knutsford

Heritage Open Days takes place every September with the aim of providing free events that bring history to life and provide access to interesting historical places. The 2024 festival runs from 6th to 15th September.

Dates

From:

6 Sept 2024to15 Sept 2024Various Opening Times

More Details
Ben Elton – Authentic Stupidity

Type

Type:

Theatre

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

Following the huge success of Ben Elton’s critically acclaimed sold-out UK tour in 2019, which marked his return to stand up after a 15 year hiatus, the undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is going back on the road with a brand new live show –…

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
7 Sept 2024

More Details
Cheshire Half Marathon

Type

Type:

Outdoors

Siddington, Macclesfield

Returning to Capesthorne Hall, this notoriously flat and fast course provides the perfect opportunity to get a personal best over the half marathon distance in 2024.

Venue

Capesthorne Hall & Gardens, Macclesfield

Dates

From:
8 Sept 2024Open 09:00 - 12:00

More Details
Heritage Open Days at Stretton Watermill

Type

Type:

Indoor

Nr Farndon

Join the millers at the historic and beautiful Stretton Watermill to learn about the history of the site and the 'routes and networks' of the water and grain.

Venue

Stretton Watermill, Chester Rural / Welsh Borders

Dates

From:
8 Sept 2024Open 13:00 - 17:00

More Details
Object of the Month

Type

Type:

Indoor

Chester

September's talk will discuss a watercolour of Dolwyddelan Castle by Moses Griffith, and explore depictions of North Wales and the rise of picturesque tourism in the 18th and early 19th centuries.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
12 Sept 2024Open 13:00 - 13:30

More Details
A Night at the Phoenix - Comedy Dining Experience

Type

Type:

Performance

Ellesmere Port

A hilarious interactive parody tribute extravaganza - with a delicious 3 course dinner included in the ticket price!
Be transported back to the iconic Phoenix Club in this laugh-a-minute comedy dining tribute experience!

Dates

From:
13 Sept 2024Open 19:00 - 21:30

More Details
The Autumn Racing Food & Drink Festival

Type

Type:

Sporting Event

Chester

Autumn Racing and Culinary Delights take centre stage for the Autumn Racing Food & Drink Festival in mid-September. Experience the excitement of the races between perusing the local vendors for tasty treats and brews.

Venue

Chester Racecourse, Chester Outskirts

Dates

From:

13 Sept 2024to14 Sept 2024Various Opening Times

More Details
Carol Vorderman Live! Out of Order!

Type

Type:

Event

Chester

Sharing stories about her unlikely pivot from daytime television’s queen of mental arithmetic to one of the country’s most fearless political activists, don’t miss this opportunity to see one of Britain’s most cherished broadcasters live on stage.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
14 Sept 2024Open 19:30 -

More Details
Explore the River Dee

Type

Type:

Indoor

Chester

The River Dee has had a big impact on the people of Chester dating back to the Roman times, all the way to present day! Join in with some fun activities to get to know the river and the people of the past.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
14 Sept 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30

More Details
Family Fun Market from JDL

Type

Type:

Family Friendly

Christleton

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

Dates

From:
15 Sept 2024Open 11:30 - 15:30

More Details
Tom Kitching in Concert

Type

Type:

Concert

Ellesmere Port

Performances at 2.00-2.45pm & 3.15-4.00pm as part of our FREE Heritage Open Day Canal Town. We're joining forces with a leading name on the English Folk scene; author and musician Tom Kitching.

Venue

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

Dates

From:
15 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

More Details
Heathers The Musical

Type

Type:

Event

Chester

Following a smash hit in London’s West End, two record-breaking national tours and sell out runs at London’s The Other Palace, the WhatsOnStage ‘BEST NEW MUSICAL’ winner, Heathers the Musical is coming to Storyhouse.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

17 Sept 2024to21 Sept 2024

More Details
Chris Kent: Back At It

Type

Type:

Event

Chester

Cork man Chris Kent returns with his brand new show “Back At It”. After a dose of the real world (having gone back to the day job as an electrician), Chris found himself with two jobs and the ridiculous notion of trying to buy a house. It turns out…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
18 Sept 2024Open 20:00 -

More Details
Murder 57 Presents - The Fashion House

Type

Type:

Event

Christleton

It is 1926.
The biggest fashion designer of the decade is organising a fashion show and cat walk at your hotel tonight.

Dates

From:
20 Sept 2024

More Details
Oktoberfest Season Finale

Type

Type:

Event

Chester

From Bavarian beer to bratwurst, raise a stein to the season when Oktoberfest returns for Chester’s final race fixture of 2024.

Venue

Chester Racecourse, Chester Outskirts

Dates

From:
21 Sept 2024

More Details
Battleaxe

Type

Type:

Theatre

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

She’s a comedian, presenter, writer, actor and singer. Now Katherine Ryan has another string to her bow – Battleaxe.
The show comes at a particular time in Katherine’s life. She’s recently entered her 40s and is marking the ‘Battleaxe era’ with a…

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
26 Sept 2024

More Details
Buffy - Revamped

Type

Type:

Event

Chester

James Seabright presents Buffy – Revamped
This fast-paced gem brings you the entire 144 episodes of the hit 90s TV show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as told through the eyes of the one person who knows it inside out… Spike.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
27 Sept 2024Open 19:30 -

More Details
Oktoberfest at Mercure Chester

Type

Type:

Celebration

Christleton

Ice cold beers, salty pretzels, entertainment and more.

Dates

From:
28 Sept 2024Open 14:00 - 22:00

More Details
Steampunk Lift Off!

Type

Type:

Festival

Northwich

All aboard for a weekend of stunning Steampunk exhibits, stalls, games, music and live entertainment.

Venue

Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich

Dates

From:

28 Sept 2024to29 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

More Details