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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Guided Walking Tour of Welsh Row

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Guided Walk

Nantwich

Join us for a guided walking tour of Welsh Row, one of Nantwich's most historic streets.

Venue

Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

Dates

From:
12 Apr 2025Open 11:00 - 12:30
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7 May 2025Open 11:00 - 12:30

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Chester Food & Craft Festival

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Festival

City Rd, Chester

The Trader Markets will return to Carriage Shed for their Chester Food & Craft Festival on Saturday 8th March, the first of a monthly series on the second Saturday of each month. From 10:00am to 4:00pm, enjoy a free, family-friendly day of artisan…

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From:
12 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
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10 May 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Sing the Musicals

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Event

Warrington

The Greatest Showman, Mamma Mia, Les Mis, We Will Rock You – the list goes on and on. So many amazing musicals, so little time. So let us help you with that. Direct from the West End is another national tour of Sing the Musicals, which does what it…

Venue

Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
12 Apr 2025Open 19:30 -

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Warrington Maker's Market

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Sale

Warrington

The monthly pop-up event will be located at the fabulous Times Square, adjacent to the newly relaunched Warrington Indoor Market. The Makers Market will showcase over 60 unique stalls offering local artisan food and drink, art and crafts and top…

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13 Apr 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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11 May 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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8 June 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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13 July 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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14 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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12 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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9 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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14 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00

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Foamtastic Colour Blast 2025

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Outdoors

Chester

The only event where you can expect to be covered in coloured powder and blasted with foamy bubbles as you make your way around the route of Chester's famous Racecourse.

Venue

Chester Racecourse, Chester Outskirts

Dates

From:
13 Apr 2025Open 12:00 - 10:00

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Science Museum Live

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Event

Warrington

London's world-class Science Museum is going back on tour! Capturing the spirit of the award-winning venue with a fresh new production devised especially for the stage, this explosive show aims to fuel imagination and inspire tomorrow's scientists.

Venue

Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
13 Apr 2025Open 13:30 -

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Free, Drop-in craft activities - Butterflies and Bugs

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Indoor

Chester

Drop in - Butterflies and Bugs. Come and see some of our wonderful bugs and butterflies, then create your own finger puppets.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
15 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
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16 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
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17 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30

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Easter at Jodrell Bank

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Indoor

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

This Easter holiday, join us for an exciting science show, outdoor space crafts, and a site trail. Plus, our special planetarium screenings of Ted’s Space Adventures are back

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:

15 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025

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The Girl on the Train

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Theatre

Chester

Rachel Watson longs for a different life.
Angela is a worrier. Whatever it is, she’ll worry about it. But don’t let that worry you – she’ll worry enough for the both of you. This hilarious show has some stories of success and sound logic, but…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

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15 Apr 2025to19 Apr 2025Various Opening Times

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Drop-in Weather Mobile themed craft at The Lion Salt Works

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Family Friendly

Northwich

Get crafty and create your own spring weather mobile.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:
16 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
From:
17 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Northwich Explorers - Moving Easter toy!

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Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities: Make an Easter themed moving toy.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:
16 Apr 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
From:
16 Apr 2025Open 12:00 - 01:00

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Drop-in Space themed craft at Weaver Hall Museum

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Event

Northwich

Build your own 3D card space diorama, and fill it with planets, stars and even aliens!

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

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From:
17 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
From:
18 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Horse with her Full Band

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Event

Nantwich

Nantwich, are you ready?
GJs Presents
The incredible Horse with her full band are opening the Nantwich Jazz, Blues & Music Festival and it's going to be unforgettable!
The Road Less Travelled performed in full, plus the timeless classics you know…

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From:

17 Apr 2025to17 May 2025Open 17:00 - 23:00

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Northwich Explorers - Eggy eggsperiments

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Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities: Eggy eggsperiments.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:
17 Apr 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
From:
17 Apr 2025Open 12:00 - 01:00

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Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival

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Type:

Festival

Nantwich

The Nantwich Jazz, Blues and Music Festival is back with a bigger and better line-up than ever.

Dates

From:

18 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025

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Easter Historic Boat Gathering

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Type:

Show / Display

Ellesmere Port

A fleet of colourful narrowboats and barges take centre stage across the National Waterways Museum in Ellesmere Port while the site comes alive with music and activities for the whole family.

Venue

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

Dates

From:

18 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Easter Pop Up Market

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Fete / Fair

Knutsford

This Easter, join us in the Stableyard where you will discover artisan food producers, local artwork, and beautiful homeware.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:

18 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Knutsford Bunny Hop

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Family Friendly

Knutsford

Families will be searching for 10 bunnies across the town centre each with a letter on it - find all 10 letters and spell out the hidden phrase on your entry form for a chance to win a prize!
The theme for 2025 is Willy Wonka with attendees…

Dates

From:
19 Apr 2025

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The Great Easter Show

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Type:

Family Friendly

Hawarden, Deeside

Join us for immense and unequaled attractions, fairground rides, vintage games, market stalls, great food and drink and the return of the annual Hawarden

Dates

From:
19 Apr 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00

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Croquet taster sessions

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Type:

Sporting Event

Chester

Enjoy a three hour introduction to the great sport of croquet.

Dates

From:
19 Apr 2025Open 09:30 - 16:30

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