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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North Wales Adventure- Sightseeing Day Tour

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Chester

Your Sightseeing Day Tour to North Wales from Chester is fully escorted and narrated with a jolly driver and knowledgeable escort who, invariably, will become more of a friend than a tour guide! Every passenger receives special attention and is…

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22 Oct 2024to30 Dec 2025Open 09:30 - 17:30

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Lake District Adventure- Sightseeing day tour

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Family Friendly

Chester

Your Sightseeing Day Tour to The Lake District from Chester is fully escorted and narrated with a jolly driver and knowledgeable escort who, invariably, will become more of a friend than a tour guide! Ok our drivers know most things but not…

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22 Oct 2024to30 Dec 2025Open 08:30 - 19:30

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Astronomy Photographer of the Year

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Exhibition

Macclesfield

Travel to the edge of the universe in astounding detail at the Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition, coming to Jodrell Bank this October and free with admission.

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Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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26 Oct 2024to27 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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The dusk of Warrington’s industrial era to be explored in new exhibition

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Exhibition

Warrington

An exhibition chronicling the changing face of Warrington amid the town’s fading industrial backdrop opens Friday 24th November

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Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Warrington

Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Warrington

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24 Nov 2024to18 Feb 2025

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New Exhibition: Astronomy Photographer of the Year

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Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Astronomy Photographer of The Year showcases the world’s award-winning space photography, including spectacular starscapes to awe-inspiring images of distant planets and galaxies.

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Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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5 Dec 2024to27 Apr 2025

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Sci-fi Film Season

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Film

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Warm up at Jodrell and settle in for a month of sci-fi films in our Space Dome.

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Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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11 Jan 2025to23 Feb 2025

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New Dome Show: The Great Solar System Adventure!

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Family Friendly

Macclesfield

See the Jodrell Bank Space Dome transformed in a spellbinding journey to the stars! A new immersive adventure, prepare to be amazed as you learn about the wonders of our Solar System.

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Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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11 Jan 2025to28 Feb 2025Various Opening Times

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Animation Club

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Workshop

Winsford

Explore a variety of animation techniques, from LEGO stop-motion to digital animation using videos and photos. Parents and/or guardians are welcome to join in, making it a fun experience for all!

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13 Jan 2025to24 Feb 2025Open 16:00 - 17:20

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13 Jan 2025to24 Feb 2025Open 17:30 - 18:40

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Dome Show: We are Stars

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Indoor

Macclesfield

This immersive show takes you on an exciting journey to discover our cosmic origins through use of amazing animation. Find the answers to some of the biggest questions of all time such as ‘How did the Universe begin?’ and ‘What are we made of?’

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Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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14 Jan 2025to28 Feb 2025

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What We See is Not Always Black and White

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Warrington

Powerful new exhibition featuring photography from all over the world to challenge visitors’ own beliefs.

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Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Warrington

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18 Jan 2025to20 Mar 2025

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Murder Mystery Experience

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Competition / Game

Chester

Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting and exclusive adventure.
Explore the city like never before with our cutting-edge mobile app as your trusty guide. Trek through the town, crack codes, and interrogate virtual suspects to gather crucial…

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21 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

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Mars at the Museum

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Exhibition

Manor Park, Runcorn

Mars, Luke Jerram’s mesmerising planetary art installation, moves into a new orbit at Norton Priory Museum and Gardens in Runcorn, Cheshire, for a six week visit from Tuesday 28 January to Sunday 9 March 2025.
Following the incredible success of…

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Norton Priory Museum & Gardens, Runcorn

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28 Jan 2025to9 Mar 2025Various Opening Times

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Free audio trail of Quarry Bank

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Trail

Styal

HistoryScapes aims to help visitors explore historic landscapes and discover more about the history of the places cared for by the National Trust.
Quarry Bank is one of a small group of National Trust properties chosen to participate in this pilot…

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Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

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29 Jan 2025to14 Feb 2025Open 10:30 - 16:00

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15 Feb 2025to23 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 17:00

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209 x Remelluri Winery

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Food & Drink

Farndon, Chester

Join us for a special tasting evening.
Felix is creating a 6 course tasting menu to go with 4 delicious Remelluri Winery wines with an additional glass of Spanish sparkling at the beginning and a premium White Rioja.
"Remelluri was founded by…

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30 Jan 2025to14 Feb 2025

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Andean Adventure Trail

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Trail

Chester

Chester's marmalade-loving bear is moving from Foregate Street and heading on an adventure around Chester City Centre, visiting a different location every month whilst meeting new friends along the way.

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1 Feb 2025to31 July 2025

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Stick Man Family Activity Trail

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Trail

Northwich

From February 2025 to January 2026, Delamere Forest will host specially designed Stick Man activity trails, where families can follow the beloved character on his journey back to the family tree. Along the way, young adventurers will discover nine…

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Delamere Forest, Northwich

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1 Feb 2025to31 Jan 2026

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Kid's Club | Chester Picturehouse

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Indoor

Hunter Street, Chester

New and classic children's cinema film screenings, every Saturday morning.

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1 Feb 2025to1 Feb 2026

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Snowdrop Walks at Rode Hall Gardens

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Show / Display

Scholar Green, Congleton

Experience one of the UK’s finest Snowdrop Walks at Rode Hall & Gardens in Cheshire to mark the start of spring. A beautiful end-of-winter walk for all the family with a wonderfully diverse landscape and over 70 varieties of snowdrops.

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Rode Hall & Gardens, Congleton

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1 Feb 2025to1 Mar 2025Various Opening Times

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Subliminal Homecoming

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Art Installation

Nantwich

Reflecting travels throughout the world and the importance of coming home, 'Subliminal Homecoming' is a new exhibition of paintings by local artist Marko Alabaster which has opened in the Community Gallery at Nantwich Museum. It is due to run until…

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Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

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11 Feb 2025to15 Feb 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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18 Feb 2025to22 Feb 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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25 Feb 2025to1 Mar 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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4 Mar 2025to8 Mar 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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11 Mar 2025to15 Mar 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

From:

18 Mar 2025to22 Mar 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Landscapes to Surrealism

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Event

Nantwich

Nantwich Museum has an exciting new exhibition, 'Landscapes to Surrealism' by local artist Ray Perez opening on Tuesday 3 December, running until 15 February 2025. The vibrant pictures employing a variety of techniques including water colour,…

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Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

Dates

From:

11 Feb 2025to15 Feb 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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