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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Merry Hell Concert

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Music

Heswall, Wirral

The wonderful 'Merry Hell' masters of all things folk, acoustic and rock perform meaningful self-penned ballads and all those songs you have learned over thee years, both traditional and contemporary.

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From:
5 May 2024Open 20:30 - 22:40

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Giant Bubble Display and Interactions

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Outdoors

Northwich

Free Giant Bubble Display and Interactions at Blakemere Village.

Venue

Blakemere Village, Northwich

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From:
6 May 2024Open 11:00 - 16:00

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Steeleye Span

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Concert

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

British folk rock stalwarts Steeleye Span will be performing to mark an incredible 55 years together.

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

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From:
6 May 2024

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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

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From:
7 May 2024

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All Our Yesterdays

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Event

Runcorn

Enjoy this slick, fast moving and vibrant show, bringing you some of the greatest songs ever written, performed by a cast of world class singers and dancers. Re-live the fantastic sounds of Abba, Frankie Valli, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Cliff…

Venue

The Brindley Theatre, Halton

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From:
7 May 2024

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Michael starring Ben

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Event

Runcorn

Michael starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and sound like the King of Pop, but he's honed his routine so carefully that audiences truly believe they are…

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The Brindley Theatre, Halton

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7 May 2024

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Wood or Human Bone? - Talk

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Talk

Cheshire, Nantwich

Since the discovery in 1982, it has been believed that the contents of a Roman urn on display in the Museum to be wood and rubble. On closer inspection, suspicions arose suggesting that the urn instead contains cremated human remains. Analysis has…

Venue

Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

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From:
8 May 2024Open 19:00 - 20:00

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Race Day Bottomless Brunch

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Competition / Game

Chester

Our ultimate Race Day Bottomless Brunch includes a glass of juice, croissant basket, overnight oats or fruit pot, plus, one cooked brunch option served with unlimited prosecco or draught beer for 90 minutes.

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Boodles May Festival

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Sporting Event

Chester

The start of an exciting new racing season at Chester kicks off with the iconic Boodles May Festival, where fashion meets the finishing line. This prestigious three-day event attracts some of the best in racing and features the running of the…

Venue

Chester Racecourse, Chester Outskirts

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From:
8 May 2024Open 11:30 -

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Gandeys Circus Hollywood

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Performance

Chester

Lights, Camera, CIRCUS!
Get Ready for Gandeys Hollywood Spectacular!

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9 May 2024to19 May 2024Open 12:00 - 20:00

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LOVELL LECTURE - "Osiris Rex: The Journey to Bennu and Back" with Dr Sarah Crowther

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Indoor

Macclesfield

OSIRIS-REx, NASA's first sample return mission to an asteroid, launched in September 2016 on a 7 year round trip to collect a sample from asteroid Bennu and return it to Earth for detailed analysis.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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From:
9 May 2024Open 19:30 - 21:00

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Alexander O'Neal: Time To Say Goodbye

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Music

Warrington

After almost half a century in show business, legendary singer-songwriter Alexander O’Neal is heading out across the globe one last time.

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

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From:
9 May 2024Open 19:30 -

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Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time

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Performance

Crewe

TV favourite Ed Byrne brings his Best Reviewed Show at the 2023 Edinburgh Festival and his most personal show to date to Crewe!

Venue

Crewe Lyceum Theatre, Crewe

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From:
9 May 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30

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Josh Jones

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Theatre

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

Brand-new show from everyone’s favourite gobby Manc Princess and Edinburgh Comedy Awards’ Best Newcomer nominee.

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

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From:
9 May 2024

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Fleetwood Mac by Candlelight

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Event

Chester

Featuring a cast of West End Singers and a live band, join Chester Cathedral for a ‘landslide’ concert, jam packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before!

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Chester Cathedral, Chester Centre

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10 May 2024Open 19:30 -
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11 May 2024Open 19:30 -

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Needle Felting Workshop - Cocktails on the Corner

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Workshop

Congleton

Relax and enjoy learning how to create felted goodies. Choose your project, sip your chilled prosecco and when you're finished - tuck in to a delightful grazing table!

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From:
10 May 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00

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Bollington Festival

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Festival

Bollington

The first Bollington Festival, led by Dr John Coope, was held in 1964. Events included a “Dance to the two Beat Groups” in the marquee (tickets 4 shillings), a bowls tournament and a horticultural show.

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From:

10 May 2024to27 May 2024

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Steam at the Lift Festival

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History & Heritage

Anderton, Northwich

Around three dozen historic steamboats and traction engines are travelling from all over the country to congregate at Anderton Boat Lift, Cheshire’s historic ‘Cathedral of the Canals’ near Northwich, on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 May, for its biggest…

Venue

Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich

Dates

From:

11 May 2024to12 May 2024Various Opening Times

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Sandbach Makers Market

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Food & Drink

Sandbach

Join us on the second Saturday of every month for an abundance of the North West's finest makers, bakers and creators.

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11 May 2024Open 10:00 - 15:00
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The Beloved Son

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Theatre

Chester

A remarkable new play by MURRAY WATTS, performed by ANDREW HARRISON, about the life of Henri Nouwen. Performance commences at 3pm and lasts 80 minutes. Refreshments available from the Wesley Cafe before and after the play.

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From:
11 May 2024Open 14:00 - 16:30

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