What's on in Chester

This is the place to find out what's on in Chester. Time your visit to see one of Chester’s many events and festivals for an extra special treat.

Come and experience Storyhouse, with it's multi award-winning theatre, library, restaurant and cinema. With a varied programme of events throughout the year you are sure to find something that's right up your street.

There are plenty of outdoor events throughout the year too including open air theatre performances in Grosvenor Park and Moonlight flicks, an outdoor cinematic experience. Not forgetting the Taste Cheshire Food and Drink Festival and the thrill of the races at the oldest racecourse in Britain and other sporting events such as the Regatta and marathon, once voted the UK’s number 1 road marathon.

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. You can also book your tickets to some of Chester's top events and attractions here including Chester Zoo, the UK's number one zoo.

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Easter Pony/Unicorn Trails

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Outdoors

Oscroft, Tarvin, Chester

*Brand new for Easter* Ride a pony or unicorn around our Easter trail collecting goodies along the way.

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29 Mar 2021to18 Apr 2021Open 10:00 - 16:30

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Mr Finniebaker’s Easter Factory Trail

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Competition / Game

Chester

Join us for a super family day out in Chester city centre this Easter!

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1 Apr 2021to2 May 2021

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Croquet Taster Day

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Sporting Event

Chester

Come along to Chester Croquet Club's taster session to learn all about the sport and be introduced to one of the friendliest clubs in the North West based in Westminster Park.

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From:
17 Apr 2021

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Drive In - Elton John Tribute - Chester FC

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Outdoors

CHESTER

Evening of fun and entertainment with award winning Elton John tribute!
Come and have a singalong - carpool kareoke style - to your favourite songs from a remarkable Elton John tribute! Join us for an evening of music and entertainment featuring the…

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From:
22 Apr 2021Open 19:30 - 22:30

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Drive in Cinema - E.T. - Chester FC

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Outdoors

CHESTER

Drive-In Cinema featuring the classic 1982 sci-fi story of Elliott, a boy who befriends an extra terrestrial, dubbed E.T., who is stranded on Earth. (PG)
Coming to Chester FC, a drive in extravaganza weekend kicking off with classic movie E.T.
The…

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From:
22 Apr 2021Open 16:00 - 18:00

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Drive in Cinema - The Goonies - Chester FC

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Outdoors

CHESTER

A group of young misfits called The Goonies discover an ancient map and set out on an adventure to find a legendary pirate's long-lost treasure. (PG)
Coming to Chester FC, a drive in extravaganza weekend, featuring Drive In movie The Goonies.
This…

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From:
23 Apr 2021Open 16:00 - 18:00

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Drive In - Freddie Mercury Tribute- Chester FC

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Outdoors

CHESTER

Regardless of the pandemic, The Show Must Go On! We invite you for an evening with one of leading tributes to the legendary Freddie Mercury.
A truly stunning and exhilarating experience. Playing to the audience is second nature Gary Goodmaze…

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23 Apr 2021Open 19:30 - 22:30

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Drive In - Exciting Science Show

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Outdoors

Chester

This brand new, exciting and educational show will amaze and astound all ages from 4 years old to Grandpa, as we put the Exciting back into Science.
With fun and fact filled experiments, watch in amazement as we recreate a volcanic eruption; turn a…

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24 Apr 2021Open 12:30 - 14:30
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24 Apr 2021Open 15:30 - 17:30

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Drive In - Taylor Swift Tribute

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Outdoors

Chester

Swifties, are you Ready For It? Come and shake off your lockdown blues with an amazing performance of Taylor Swift's greatest hits by the incredible tribute Katy Ellis.
With the finest collection of replica costumes from all of Taylor Swifts Tours,…

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From:
25 Apr 2021Open 19:30 - 22:30

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Drive In - Party with Katy Perry Tribute

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Outdoors

Chester

Bring the whole family for this award winning tribute to Katy Perry.
This high powered Katy Perry Tribute is so colourful and energetic that she will have you dancing along and 'Roaring' to all of the hits. With professional dancers this show…

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From:
25 Apr 2021Open 12:30 - 14:30
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25 Apr 2021Open 15:30 - 17:30

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The Good Life Experience Festival

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Festival

Hawarden, Flintshire

A weekend of discovery & adventure - Music - Food - Books - Ideas - Workshops - The Great Outdoors. Founded by Cerys Matthews, Steve 'Abbo' Abbostt and Charlie & Caroline Gladstone.

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From:

29 Apr 2021to2 May 2021Various Opening Times

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Fish & Chips Fridays

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Food & Drink

The Groves, Chester

Touring the stunning Cheshire countryside by river cruise whilst indulging in fish and chips - what could be better?

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7 May 2021
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2 July 2021
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4 July 2021
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6 Aug 2021
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3 Sept 2021

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The Jungle Book - Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

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Theatre

Chester

This summer swinging into Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre: The Jungle Book!
This vivid new version features all your favourite characters including Baloo, Bagheera and Shere Khan as they guide man-cub Mowgli through the laws of the jungle.

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From:

29 May 2021to30 Aug 2021

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Merry Wives of Windsor - Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

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Theatre

Chester

Come, gentlemen, I hope we shall drink down all unkindness

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4 June 2021to30 Aug 2021

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Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show

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Festival

Chester

Showcasing elite showjumping in the private grounds of Bolesworth Castle, the Dodson & Horrell Bolesworth International Horse Show brings together iconic riders and horses for five thrilling days of equestrian competition.

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7 July 2021to11 July 2021Various Opening Times

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Pride and Prejudice - Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

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Theatre

Chester

The glorious world of Jane Austen is brought to life in Grosvenor Park in full technicolour in this major new costume drama. Possibly the greatest love story in the English language and a tale of comedy, unbearable passion, and endless dancing…

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From:

9 July 2021to30 Aug 2021

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Making Tracks - Trains Through the Ages

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Exhibition

Chester

An exciting model railway event chugs into the Cathedral this summer.
Created by railway enthusiast Pete Waterman OBE, and from the builders of 'Leamington Spa' this event will present a bespoke model railway that demonstrates the history of trains…

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From:

12 July 2021to3 Sept 2021Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Jason Manford: Like me

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Performance

Chester, Chester

He’s back! It’s been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit.

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21 July 2021to22 July 2021Open 19:30 -

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CarFest North

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Festival

Tattenhall

CarFest is back and will be celebrating its 10th Birthday in 2021! Created by Chris Evans, CarFest is the biggest family fundraising festival in the UK – raising over £16.5 million to date. Packed to the brim with activities for every member of the…

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23 July 2021to25 July 2021Open 12:00 - 22:30

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Al Shira’aa Bolesworth Young Horse Championships

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Competition / Game

Chester

Building on the successes of last year’s event, Al Shira’aa remain as title sponsors for the 2021 British Young Horse Championships at Bolesworth.

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From:

18 Aug 2021to22 Aug 2021

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