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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An Evening with Jimmy Tarbuck

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Performance

Chester

After more than 60 years at the very top of his profession Jimmy Tarbuck OBE relives many of the most iconic moments of a life on stage and screen.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
18 Aug 2024

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An Evening with Kevin Sinfield

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Talk

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

He’s been called a sports icon and a British hero, while some have even described his feats as superhuman.
Now fans and followers of Kevin Sinfield can learn more about the rugby league great turned rugby union coach turned charity fundraiser when…

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
13 Nov 2024Open 19:40 -

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An Evening with Liverpool Legends

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Talk

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

The Ultimate evening of Liverpool legends with Peter Beardsley and Ray Houghton on stage together hosted by Jed Stone. The evening will be full of entertainment and banter as you can well expect, so sit back and enjoy!

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
7 May 2024

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An Evening with Sarah Perry

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Indoor

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Celebrate the Summer Solstice with an evening discussing Enlightenment, the spell-binding new novel from renowned author, Sarah Perry.
"Enlightenment is a complete masterwork…With its intersections of faith, physics, love and wisdom, I imagine we…

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:
21 June 2024Open 18:30 - 20:00

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Another View: Landscapes by Women Artists

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Exhibition

Wirral

A new exhibition at Lady Lever Art Gallery in Port Sunlight, Wirral, will present a different perspective on British landscape art, focusing on work by women artists. Another View: Landscapes by Women Artists (20 April to 18 August 2024) will also…

Venue

Port Sunlight Museum & Garden Village, Cheshire

Lady Lever Art Gallery, Cheshire

Dates

From:

20 Apr 2024to18 Aug 2024Various Opening Times

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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…

Dates

From:

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

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Archaeological excavation

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Type:

Outdoors

Chester

West Cheshire Museums in partnership with the University of Chester will be excavating again in Grosvenor Park, Chester; providing training in excavation skills for archaeology students and finding out more about the past of this beautiful area of…

Venue

Grosvenor Park, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

22 Apr 2024to17 May 2024Open 09:00 - 16:30

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Arley Garden Festival

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Festival

Northwich

Talks and demonstrations by The professional Gardeners Guild, children's play area and activities, craft traders and food stalls.

Venue

Arley Hall & Gardens, Northwich

Dates

From:

29 June 2024to30 June 2024

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Art on the Cut

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Exhibition

Ellesmere Port

See how our new photogrammetry suite is being used to record the distinctive 'roses and castles' canal art as well as viewing examples of fantastic canal scenes.

Venue

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

Dates

From:
23 June 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Artisan Market

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Type:

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.

Venue

Walton Hall & Gardens, Warrington

Dates

From:

3 Mar 2024to1 Sept 2024

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Assemble at Chester Cathedral

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Type:

Lecture

Chester

Chester Cathedral is many things to many people and we want to be a place where people gather to discuss the BIG topics.

Venue

Chester Cathedral, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
16 May 2024Open 18:30 - 20:00
From:
4 July 2024Open 18:30 -

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Astle Park Traction Engine Rally

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Show / Display

Macclesfield

Since the 1960s the Astle Park Traction Engine Rally has been one of the leading outdoor shows in South Cheshire. Set in magnificent parkland and centrally located this iconic event attracts a large annual following.

Venue

Astle Park, Macclesfield

Dates

From:

10 Aug 2024to11 Aug 2024

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Audlem Party on the Park

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Type:

Festival

Audlem

Audlem's famous Party on the Park will take place on Saturday the 29th June, 2024.

Dates

From:
29 June 2024

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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…

Dates

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

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Austin Powers Murder Mystery Comedy Dining Experience

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Type:

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…

Dates

From:
28 Feb 2025Various Opening Times

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Autumn Ranger walks at Quarry Bank

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Type:

Guided Walk

Styal

Experience the woodlands and countryside at Quarry Bank this autumn with the Ranger team.
When temperatures drop and daylight shrinks, enjoy Quarry Bank wrapped in autumn colour.

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

Dates

From:
29 Oct 2024Open 10:30 - 12:00
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31 Oct 2024Open 10:30 - 12:00

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Bank Holiday Beer Festival

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Type:

Food & Drink

Ellesmere Port

Join us for a beer and BBQ when local breweries will be showcasing their beers with supporting live entertainment.

Venue

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

Dates

From:

24 Aug 2024to26 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 04:00

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Barn owl walks at Quarry Bank

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Type:

Guided Walk

Styal

Join a special guided walk to learn all about the owls who call Quarry Bank their home.

Dates

From:
28 May 2024Open 10:30 - 12:00
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29 May 2024Open 10:30 - 12:00
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30 May 2024Open 10:30 - 12:00

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Battleaxe

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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

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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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