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Cheshire is the perfect place to come with the family for a fun day out or even a longer stay. There is so much happening all year around for everyone to enjoy, from ages 0 to 100, you can even bring the pooch.
We've lots of fun-packed festivals that take place in Chester and Cheshire throughout the year. Starting with the annual Scarecrow Festival at Tatton Park, where you can hunt for dozens of Scarecrows in the 50 acre gardens and throughout the farm.
We are happy to see some of our old favourites returning this year, Middlewich FAB Festival offers an eclectic mix of musical performances and boating activities, the Royal Cheshire County Show with its Quad Bike Stunt Show, delicious food and drink stalls, fairground rides and more is a must visit, and Nantwich Show is back at Reaseheath College.
Come to Deva Fest, a great value family-friendly three day extravaganza of music, parades, shows and fabulous food and drink, and we even have a festival especially for your dog! Dogfest takes place at Tatton Park in June, with have-a-go activities from dog diving to agility, why not enter the fund dog show or help to raise funds for Dogs Trust as you admire the surroundings on the Big Dog Walk.
As well as lots of festivals, many of our Cheshire attractions host hands on workshops, trails, exhibitions, quests, shows and more throughout the year.

Family Friendly Events

Chester Pride
Dates: 16th Aug - 16th Aug 2025
Celebrating diversity and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender + community and is a free event celebrating equality and diversity in the heart of Chester.

The Nantwich Show
Dates: 30th Jul - 30th Jul 2025
The Nantwich Show will feature a range of animals, technologies, businesses and entertainment for all ages.

Peace Doves
Dates: 2nd May - 17th Jun 2025
Chester Cathedral is honoured to host Peace Doves, an extraordinary installation artwork by internationally acclaimed sculptor Peter Walker. This impactful installation, featuring thousands of paper doves decorated with messages of peace.

Chester Heritage Festival
Dates: 24th May - 8th Jun 2025
Chester Heritage Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary this year! Bringing the city’s exciting and varied history to life through a series of unique events and experiences for all ages.
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