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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Murder 57 Presents - The Fashion House

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Event

Christleton

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

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From:
20 Sept 2024

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Chester Sparkle Walk

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Outdoors

Chester

Everyone is invited to join our sponsored 5km walk around Chester city centre and light up the streets with an array of sparkle, glitter and neon to help raise vital funds to support local people with life limiting illnesses.

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From:
20 Sept 2024Open 20:00 - 23:50

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The Handcrafted Market

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Local Producers

Chester

Join us on September 21st and 22nd at the Handcrafted Market in the Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Chester, for a weekend of discovering unique, locally-made treasures.
This special event brings together talented artisans from the Chester and the…

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From:

21 Sept 2024to22 Sept 2024Open 09:00 - 17:00

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Chester Town Hall Ghost Hunt w/ Haunted Rooms

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Guided Walk

Chester

Join expert Ghost Hunters from Haunted Rooms and enjoy a night exploring the depths of Chester Town Hall!

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21 Sept 2024
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19 Oct 2024
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23 Nov 2024

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Forest Bathing Sessions at Adlington Hall

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Wellbeing

Join Amanda, a certified Forest Bathing and Nature Therapy Guide for a deeply restorative, relaxing and rejuvenating morning in the woods at Alderley Edge National Trust.

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From:
21 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 12:30
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19 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 12:30
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16 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 12:30
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14 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 12:30

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Great British Food Festival

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Festival

Northwich

Family Friendly Food Festival back at Arley Hall for a weekend of foodie fun!

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Arley Hall & Gardens, Northwich

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21 Sept 2024to22 Sept 2024Various Opening Times

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Knutsford At Home

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Event

Knutsford

Designed to inspire you with your upcoming home projects no matter how big or small!

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From:
21 Sept 2024

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Oktoberfest Season Finale

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Chester

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

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Chester Racecourse, Chester Outskirts

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From:
21 Sept 2024

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Reverse applique embroidery workshop

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Workshop

Wilmslow

Join Robyn from Oh Sew Cute and customise and create your very own accessory bag with hand embroidery.
You will learn the basic embroidery stitches, and then decorate your own reusable accessory bag with the technique of reverse applique. 

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

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From:
21 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 13:30
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1 Oct 2024Open 13:30 - 16:00

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Picnic in the Park

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Family Friendly

Knutsford

Bar, BBQ, Literary Tent, Bake Off Tent, Puppet Making, Bug Hotel Building and more!
Featuring an outdoor theatre extravaganza starring the cosmic adventures of Spaced Chickens by The Puppet Van.

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From:
22 Sept 2024Open 12:00 - 14:00

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Poynton Artisan Market

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Local Producers

If Arts and Craft floats your boat, we will have a whole host of local artisan stalls selling unique artwork, quirky gifts, hand poured candles, handmade jewellery, textiles. Gifts and handmade crafts. We have been inundated with requests from local…

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22 Sept 2024
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20 Oct 2024
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17 Nov 2024
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15 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024

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TREEmendous Festival

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Festival

Malpas

Join us for the inaugural Treemendous Festival on Sunday 22nd September a celebration of nature and the majestic beauty of trees.

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Cholmondeley Castle Gardens, Chester Rural / Welsh Borders

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From:
22 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Old Palace Chester Wedding Fayre

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Fete / Fair

Chester

Step into the grandeur and oh so opulent Georgian building that is Old Palace Chester. With views across to the River Dee this exceptional wedding venue is the perfect backdrop for Cheshire's most stylish wedding fayre (that's us).

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From:
22 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00

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Nantwich East Tour

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Guided Walk

Nantwich

Guided walk of Nantwich East, Nantwich. Walk starts at 11am from Museum.

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Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

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From:
24 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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5 Oct 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30
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2 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30

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The Paint Republic Paint Party

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Indoor

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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From:
24 Sept 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00
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8 Oct 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00
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22 Oct 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00

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Nantwich Town Tour

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Guided Walk

Nantwich

Guided walk of Nantwich Town, Nantwich. Walk starts at 11am from Museum.

Venue

Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

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From:
25 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 12:30

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Tatton Treasures and Secret Spaces

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Guided Tour

Knutsford

Experience an extra special tour of the mansion, as you join Tatton’s Mansion and Collection Managers on this exciting opportunity to get up close and personal to some of Tatton’s most extraordinary treasures.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

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

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Richard Ayoade: The Unfinished Harauld Hughes

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Theatre

Chester

Richard Ayoade’s fictional quest to rescue Harauld Hughes – the almost mythical mid-century playwright – from obscurity.
This Hardback is released on 3 October 2024 and Storyhouse as part of Chester Literature Festival has been lucky enough to…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
26 Sept 2024

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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

Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
26 Sept 2024

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Heritage Lectures 2024: Lovell's Spies - GCHQ and the Cold War

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Indoor

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

A brand-new series of Heritage Lectures in our Space Dome.
Discover hidden histories and surprising stories as leading scientists, archivists and historians reveal Jodrell Bank's 80-year tale of intrigue, resolve and radio waves.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

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

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