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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Wedding Fayre at Halliwell Jones

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Type:

Show / Display

Mike Gregory Way, Warrington

**Planning Your Dream Wedding? Don't Miss Our Stunning Wedding Fayre!** ✨
We're here to make your special day unforgettable! Join us at our **Wedding Fayre** to explore bespoke wedding packages, breathtaking function rooms, and a bridal collection…

Dates

From:
23 Mar 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00

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SIX the Musical

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Theatre

Chester

The crowning glory of Broadway, the West End and beyond, the international smash hit musical SIX makes its royal return to Storyhouse, following its previous sell-out success!

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

25 Mar 2025to29 Mar 2025Various Opening Times

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Oh Dear! What can the Matter Be, Auntie Jo is Lost in the Family Tree - tracing your female ancestors talk

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Talk

Nantwich

Representing women equally in family history research is challenging because they are not equally represented in the historical records. Nevertheless, every ancestor deserves thorough, accurate, and honest research, this can be especially hard when…

Venue

Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

Dates

From:
26 Mar 2025Open 19:00 - 20:00

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Sketchbook Session with Aleta Doran

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Indoor

Chester

This workshop encourages drawing to support your wellbeing. Come and enjoy some mindful sketching using the work of Trena Cox as inspiration. Each participant will receive a free pocket sized A6 sketchbook and drawing pencil to continue their…

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
27 Mar 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

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Mayor of Knutsford Charity Ball 2025

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Food & Drink

Knutsford

The Mayor of Knutsford, Cllr Colin Banks, is delighted to announce his highly anticipated Charity Ball which will take place on Friday 28th March at Cottons Hotel and Spa. The Mayor’s Ball aims to raise as much money as possible for his two…

Dates

From:
28 Mar 2025

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Peter Knight's Gigspanner Trio

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Performance

Northwich

Peter Knight is a mainstay of the British folk scene, and he has carved a reputation as a relentlessly questing musician, and it is never quite so apparent as in his work with the various Gigspanner line-ups. He has established the Trio's…

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:
29 Mar 2025Open 07:00 - 11:00

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Mother's Day Weekend

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Family Friendly

Old Hall, Warrington

Celebrate Mother's Day at Gulliver’s World. Adult tickets are FREE* throughout Mother’s Day Weekend!

Venue

Gulliver's World Resort, Warrington

Dates

From:

29 Mar 2025to30 Mar 2025Various Opening Times

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Business Class ‘in-flight’ experience - Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

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Food & Drink

Tattenhall, Chester

Enjoy an afternoon tea with a difference onboard 744 Experience!
£85 per person
12pm & 3.30pm

Venue

744 Experience, Chester Outskirts

Dates

From:
29 Mar 2025

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Overleigh Cemetery Guided Walk/Tour

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Guided Tour

Chester

A late afternoon walk through Chester's Overleigh Cemetery, an enchanting Victorian graveyard next to the River Dee.

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From:

1 Apr 2025to30 Sept 2025Various Opening Times

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Next Steps Astrophotography

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Indoor

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Elevate your technique and transform your celestial photos into works of art with a follow-on astrophotography class at Jodrell Bank.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:
2 Apr 2025Open 19:00 - 21:30

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Angela Barnes: Angst

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Theatre

Chester

A brand new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo. 
Angela is a worrier. Whatever it is, she’ll worry about it. But don’t let that worry you – she’ll worry enough for the both of you. This hilarious show…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
2 Apr 2025

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Pride of Lions Dinner with Alun Wyn Jones OBE

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Performance

Chester

We are delighted to offer you the opportunity to join us for a very special Lions dinner with Wales and Lions rugby legend Alun Wyn Jones OBE.
The dinner hosted by the highly regarded and popular presenter Ross Harries will be held at the 4* Crowne…

Dates

From:
3 Apr 2025Open 19:00 - 23:00

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Easter Adventures at Lyme

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Outdoors

Disley

Hunt colourful wooden eggs in the garden to collect your own this Easter at Lyme

Venue

Lyme (NT), Macclesfield

Dates

From:

4 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 16:30

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Easter Adventures at Quarry Bank

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Indoor

Styal

Easter Adventure Trail
Hop along to Visitor Reception to pick up a trail sheet and bunny ears before setting off on your adventure. The cost is £3.50 per child.
Each trail point offers three activities to choose from: test your brain with riddles…

Dates

From:

5 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 17:00

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Easter Bunny Trail

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Family Friendly

Northwich

The perfect activity to do during the Easter break. Trail maps are available for just £5 and can be purchased from the Visitor Information Centre

Venue

Blakemere Village, Northwich

Dates

From:

5 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Stretton Watermill opens for the season

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Type:

Event

Stretton, Farndon

The millers have woken up the mill after some winter maintenance work and a nice rest. Come and meet the millers as we set the wheels in motion for the first grind of 2024.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
5 Apr 2025Open 13:00 - 17:00
From:
6 Apr 2025Open 13:00 - 18:00

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Lambing Week at the Farm

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Family Friendly

Knutsford

Are you baarmy about lambs?
Join us throughout Lambing Week, when Farm staff share their expertise with visitors, giving informative talks at the lambing shed

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:

5 Apr 2025to13 Apr 2025

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Mark Radcliffe and Marc Riley

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Type:

Event

Chester

The 24th March 2004 saw the world heritage radio site of the ‘Mark and Lard Show’ come to an end with a resounding: ‘STOP…!’
Now fully twenty-one years later we can finally complete that catchphrase with an equally resounding: ‘…CARRY ON!’

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
6 Apr 2025Open 19:30 -

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Steampunk Sunday

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Type:

Festival

Ellesmere Port

In partnership with 'Cogwarts', Steampunk enthusiasts from across the UK will marvel over magnificent exhibits, partake in Tea and Parasol duelling and browse fabulous trade stalls.

Venue

Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

Dates

From:
6 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Spring Spectactular

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Type:

Participatory Event

Warrington

A festival of fun is set to ring in spring at Gulliver’s World this Easter.

Venue

Gulliver's World Resort, Warrington

Dates

From:

7 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025

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