11 of the best Family Festivals and Events

The days are getting longer and the sun is shining brighter, as the weather heats up get prepared and start planning your summer with the family. No matter if you want to dance the night away, watch a show or get hands on with countryside crafts, Cheshire has an abundance of festivals and shows for the entire family from children to grandparents there is something for the entire family to enjoy.

So get your dancing shoes on, pack your picnics and get the kids (and fur babies) ready for a summer of Cheshire family fun!

1. DogFest - Tatton Park - 15th & 16th June 2024
 

Dog lovers and anyone who just loves a fantastic day out, it's time! DogFest is back and bursting with wonderful activities for you to enjoy with the whole family, four-legged included!

There's something for everyone. You'll find world world-class displays from top canine athletes, free expert advice and workshops, breed meet-ups, big dog walks, fun dog show and fastest dog competitions and have-a-go activities! Find out more >

2.Royal Cheshire County Show - 18th & 19th June 2024
 

The Royal Cheshire County Show is back this June with nail-biting competitions, attractions, lots of animals and some of the best food and shopping that Cheshire has to offer!

As part of the Show’s exciting return, visitors can look forward to all their favourite attractions and some spectacular new ones.

And get ready to relive your 90s & 2000’s memories as the iconic boyband Boyzlife will headline Late at the Show on the 18th June. Find out more >

3. Deva Fest - Cholmondeley Castle - 8th - 11th August 2024
 

Deva Fest is BACK from the 8th – 11th of August at the beautiful Cholmondeley Castle Gardens in Cheshire.    

Deva Fest is a great value family-friendly four-day extravaganza of music, comedy, camping, family entertainment, including the popular free-to-ride fairground, and fabulous handpicked food and drink stalls from local suppliers. 

Now in their fourth year, this year they are set to have the best line up yet! Book your tickets here >

4. Just So Festival - Rode Heath - 16th - 18th August 2024
 

Just So Festival is an imaginative outdoor adventure for children and their families. With a love of stories and childhood escapades at its heart, Just So invites families to step out of their day-to-day lives and into a wonderland of world class literature, arts, theatre, dance, music, comedy, and creative pursuits together. Just So takes audiences from bumps to great grandparents on a unique expedition of mischief and mayhem to lands full of magical midnight feasts, curious creatures, hidden retreats, top notch food, drink and boutique camping options and breath-taking beauty. Find out more >

5. Tatton Park Foodies Festival - 12th - 14th July 2024

This year's Foodies Festival is set to be their biggest celebration yet of top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks and live music. 

Watch MasterChef Champions, Michelin-starred and top local chefs cooking their signature summer recipes in the Chefs Theatre.

Learn how to make show-stopping cakes in The Cake & Bake Theatre with expert bakers. Great British Bake Off stars will share their best baking hints and tips live on stage with easy to make recipes that are as delicious to look at as they are to eat.

Have fun all day with chilli eating competitions and food challenges! Kids join in the fun at The Kids Cookery Theatre. Find out more >

6. Moonlight Flicks - Grosvenor Park, Chester - Throughout July and August
 

Moonlight Flicks Open-air cinema is back in Grosvenor Park, Chester. This year you can see family favourites such as The Greatest Showman, Mamma Mia, Barbie and Wonka. Pre order fresh pizzas and drinks to enjoy whilst you watch or bring your own picnic. Find out more and book >

7. Dubbed Out Festival - Knutsford - 25th - 28th July 2024
 

Dubbed Out is a weekend family festival with big top tents, live bands, top DJ's, fine food, bars, stalls and more. Families can enjoy extreme bike battle, panic circus, the storyteller, fairground rides, axe throwing, dub dog show and more! Find out more >

8. Cheshire Game and Country Fair - Knutsford - 25th & 26th August 2024
 

This is a fair for all the family with THREE main arenas packed full of things to entertain all ages. Come and watch Scurry Racing, Falconry, Ferret Racing and Shire horse Displays. Have a go at clay shooting, fishing lessons, airgun training and archery. The speed carving is something to behold and there is even a chance to buy the smaller carvings. Not only that there is a Food Glorious Food tent offering a range of national and local food producers with a number of cookery demonstratons and even a craft village with demonstrations. All offering an unbeatable day out! Find out more >

9. Great British Food Festival - Arley Hall & Gardens - 21st & 22nd September 2024
 

With artisan market, street food, bars, chef demos, live music, live fire stage, cake off, dessert stage, mini zoo, kids cookery, adult cookery, foraging walks, kids activities, crafts and gifts and more! Try your hand at circus skills, take part in a treasure hunt or get the kids invovled in a wacky races competition. Plus there will be mini rides, bungee tramolines and bouncy castles, always a favourite! Find out more >

 

10. Brit Fest - Ashley Hall Showground - 5th - 7th July 2024
 

Explore over 100 acres of family fun at Brit Fest. Explore the festival village green, British Food and Drink Festival, vintage fairground, artisan market, free family cinema, Great British Tea Party, Woodcraft and whittling, wellness in the wild, meet Team GB athletes, white knuckle rides, classic car displays and much more! Plus fabulous zones throughout the festival site including Tinker Town, Action Zone and Comedy Show! Find out more >

11. Magical Woodland - Blakemere Village - 11th - 31st October 2024
 

For a touch of magic, visit Blakemere Village for their popular Magical Woodland event featuring BRAND NEW themes to guarantee you an evening of Halloween family fun! In the heart of the Cheshire Countryside, experience nature in all its Autumnal glory, lit up bydazzling cathedral canopies of fairy lights, interactive light features, and dancing tunnels of Borealis-style lasers. The Halloween theme features some family favourites, including: Dinosaurs, Ghostbusters, Under the Sea, Hocus Pocus and more! The trail can be looped as many times as you wish, with plenty of opportunities to refuel and warm up with tasty snacks and hot drinks - whatever the weather! Book your tickets here >

See more festivals in Cheshire here!