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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Victorian Times

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Family Friendly

Knutsford

Join Tatton's Housekeeping team to find out what life was like for people living in Victorian times.
Assist the servants with some of their important daily jobs, before touring the Mansion to find out what life was like for the wealthy family who…

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:
21 Aug 2024

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Northwich Explorers: Lava lamp

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Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities
Lava Lamps.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:
21 Aug 2024Open 11:00 - 01:00

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Country Roads Music festival

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Festival

Farndon, Chester

The event is a country and western music festival ran over the August bank holiday weekend with a variety of country music; live performances from British country award winning artists, a DJ who will also be providing different genres of country…

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22 Aug 2024Open 12:00 - 23:50
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23 Aug 2024Open 18:00 - 23:50
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24 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 23:50
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25 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 23:50
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26 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 23:50

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Cinch 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:

22 Aug 2024to25 Aug 2024

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Family Crafts at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse - Sundials!

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Workshop

Northwich

Join us at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse for some fun family crafts, why not have a go at making a sundial?

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

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From:
22 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Pottery & Prosecco Evening

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Indoor

Macclesfield

Experience creativity like never before at Periwinkle and Clay! Join us for a relaxing and enjoyable session where you'll unleash your creative side.
7pm-10pm

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23 Aug 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00
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13 Sept 2024Open 19:10 - 22:00
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27 Sept 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00
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25 Oct 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00

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Northwich Explorers: Electrical circuits at The Lion Salt Works

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Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities: Electrical Circuits.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:
23 Aug 2024Open 11:00 - 01:00

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Northgate Folk Festival 2024

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Festival

Chester

Northgate Folk Festival, the North West's leading experimental and contemporary folk all-dayer returns on 24.8.24. Nestled within the city's Roman Walls, the festival will once again play host to the new wave of artists forging their own paths in…

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From:
24 Aug 2024Open 12:00 - 23:00

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Bank Holiday Beer Festival

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Food & Drink

Ellesmere Port

Join us for a beer and BBQ when local breweries will be showcasing their beers with supporting live entertainment.

Venue

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

Dates

From:

24 Aug 2024to26 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 04:00

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Classic Car & Motorcycle Show

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Exhibition

Siddington, Macclesfield

Classic Shows are delighted to return for the Cheshire Classic Car & Motorcycle Show, taking place on Sunday 25th and Monday 26th August 2024 at Capesthorne Hall, a stunning location to house a fantastic vehicle display over two days.

Venue

Capesthorne Hall & Gardens, Macclesfield

Dates

From:

25 Aug 2024to26 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Gin and Beer Festival

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Outdoors

Christleton

Get ready for a boozy extravaganza at the Gin and Beer Festival.

Dates

From:
25 Aug 2024Open 14:00 - 22:00

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Clash of Knights

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Performance

Tarporley

Experience an all-action contest as teams of knights battle it out for victory in a gruelling test of strength and skill.

Venue

Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Tarporley

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From:

25 Aug 2024to26 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Summer Two Day Plant Hunters' Fair at The Dorothy Clive Garden

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Fete / Fair

Market Drayton

This brilliant Summer Plant Hunters' Fair will take place on Bank Holiday Sunday 25th and Monday 26th August at the wonderful Dorothy Clive Garden.

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25 Aug 2024to26 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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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:

25 Aug 2024to26 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 18:00

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The Wilmslow Antiques, Vintage & Collectors Fair

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Exhibition

Rectory Fields,, Wilmslow

We are proud to present The Wilmslow Antiques, Vintage & Collectors Fair. Offering up to 80 quality and varied tables, this is a fantastic day out and the ideal opportunity for you to find something perfect to complement your home, collection or…

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26 Aug 2024Open 09:30 - 16:00

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Family Crafts at The Lion Salt Works - Pirates

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Type:

Workshop

Northwich

Join us at The Lion Salt Works for a pirate based fun family craft.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

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26 Aug 2024to27 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Night time wildlife walks at Quarry Bank

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Guided Walk

Styal

Join our Ranger team to experience the nocturnal wildlife that lives at Quarry Bank.
Enjoy a guided walk through the Southern Woods with our experienced Ranger team.

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

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27 Aug 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30
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28 Aug 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30
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29 Aug 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30
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30 Aug 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30

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The Power of Print

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Indoor

Chester

Printing is a centuries-old craft, which has been used by many artists including the etcher George Cuitt - take a look at our new exhibition of his work, and then create your own print to take home.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
27 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30
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28 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30
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29 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30

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Northwich Explorers: Clay characters at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse

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Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities: Make a clay character from history, film or fantasy.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:
28 Aug 2024Open 11:00 - 01:00

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Once Upon A Time......

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Workshop

Knutsford

To celebrate International Children's Book Day, join us in Tatton Park's picturesque Gardens and step inside a number of well known and much loved tales.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:
29 Aug 2024

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