5 Things to do this Week - 7th -14th September

Looking for something fun to do? Here are 5 fantastic things to do in Cheshire this week.

1. The Virgin Bet Autumn Festival Friday at Chester Racecourse

The racing season heads into its final straight with the Virgin Bet Autumn Festival on Friday 11th September. Dust off your tweed and head to Chester Racecourse for a crisp autumn day of thrilling racing from start to finish. One of the last opportunities to experience Chester Races in 2026, and a wonderful reason to make the most of the season.

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2. Queen and Bruce Springsteen by Candlelight at Chester Cathedral

Chester Cathedral hosts two spectacular candlelit concerts back to back this week. On Thursday 11th September, Queen by Candlelight brings a world-class cast of West End vocalists and a live rock band to perform Bohemian Rhapsody, We Are The Champions, It's a Kind of Magic and more in one of England's most breathtaking settings, following sold-out performances at Carnegie Hall and the London Palladium. Then on Saturday 12th September, the same magical setting welcomes The Music of Bruce Springsteen by Candlelight, with a powerhouse live band delivering the heart, soul and legendary rock and roll of The Boss, from Born in the USA to The River and beyond. Two unmissable nights in one extraordinary venue.

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3. Nature Fest at Chester Zoo

On Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September, Chester Zoo's Nature Reserve plays host to Nature Fest, a free-to-enter celebration of UK wildlife and native plant life conservation. Discover the wonders of the natural world around us, get hands-on with nature-inspired activities, learn new skills and find out how small actions can make a real difference to wildlife. Family entertainment runs throughout both days. Free admission, easily accessible via the main zoo car park.

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4. Nick Cope's Family Show at The Brindley, Runcorn

CBeebies favourite Nick Cope brings his magical family show to The Brindley in Runcorn on Sunday 13th September at 11am. A musical hour of beloved songs performed live with guitar and stunning animations, Nick has a remarkable gift for igniting children's imaginations in a way that enchants grown-ups just as much as little ones. If you haven't discovered his shows before, this is the perfect introduction. Suitable for ages three and over.

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5. Tom Read Wilson: The A to Z of Me at Parr Hall, Warrington

TV presenter, Celebrity Mastermind winner and devout lover of words Tom Read Wilson brings his debut UK tour to Parr Hall in Warrington on Sunday 13th September at 7:30pm. Added to the tour due to overwhelming demand following a string of sold-out shows, The A to Z of Me is an irreverent, whistle-stop tour of the alphabet through songs, sonnets, stories and smut, described by Tom himself as a delicious slice of theatre. Intimate, personal and brilliantly funny. Tickets from £22.50.

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