What's on in the Summer Holidays?

Looking for things to do with the kids during the summer holidays? Look no further.

There's lots going on in Chester and Cheshire this summer for all ages to enjoy. Enjoy theatre performances and much-loved movies alfresco, discover our famous zoo as the sun goes down or step back in time to medieval England.

Visit one of the many family-friendly festivals, enjoy some live music, discover viking life, get creative with crafty workshops and more!

Check out more events taking place in Chester and Cheshire this summer below.

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Summer sorted with the National Trust’s Summer of Play sponsored by Starling Bank

Sponsored by Starling Bank the National Trust’s Summer of Play invites families to have fun and experience Trust places in new and unexpected ways.
What’s new this summer in Chester and Cheshire?

Whether the sun is shining or not, Cheshire is the perfect place to get out and about this Summer. Chester and Cheshire has got some great new attractions and events coming up to keep boredom at bay and stop the little ones climbing the walls.
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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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Dubbed Out Festival

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Festival

Nr Knutsford

A weekend family festival with big top tents, live bands, top DJ's, fine food, bars, stalls and more.

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24 July 2025to27 July 2025

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Summer Camp Family Weekend

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Family Friendly

Hawarden

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All tickets include dinner cooked over the fire, plus full access to Summer Camp, including: workshops, lake swimming, paddle boarding, talks, music, a sauna and hot tub, luxury facilities, access to acres of…

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From:

25 July 2025to28 July 2025

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The Nantwich Show

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Show / Display

Nantwich

The Nantwich Show will feature a range of animals, technologies, businesses and entertainment for all ages.

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From:
31 July 2025

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Deva Fest

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Music

Malpas

Deva Fest is BACK from the 7th – 10th of August at the beautiful Cholmondeley Castle Gardens in Cheshire.   

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7 Aug 2025to10 Aug 2025

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Rockstar Energy drink presents Creamfields

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Festival

Daresbury

The original and the best is back, this August Bank Holiday, here in Cheshire.

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From:

21 Aug 2025to24 Aug 2025

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Cheshire Game and Country Fair

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Festival

Nr Knutsford

A Game and Country Fair with a main show arena and a host of smaller country sports arenas and workshops, and the very best in countryside activities and entertainment, we can offer you an unbeatable family day out.

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From:

24 Aug 2025to25 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 18:00

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