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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Reverse applique embroidery workshop

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Workshop

Wilmslow

Join Robyn from Oh Sew Cute and customise and create your very own accessory bag with hand embroidery.
You will learn the basic embroidery stitches, and then decorate your own reusable accessory bag with the technique of reverse applique. 

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

Dates

From:
21 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 13:30
From:
1 Oct 2024Open 13:30 - 16:00

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Oktoberfest Season Finale

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Event

Chester

From Bavarian beer to bratwurst, raise a stein to the season when Oktoberfest returns for Chester’s final race fixture of 2024.

Venue

Chester Racecourse, Chester Outskirts

Dates

From:
21 Sept 2024

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Great British Food Festival

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Type:

Festival

Northwich

Family Friendly Food Festival back at Arley Hall for a weekend of foodie fun!

Venue

Arley Hall & Gardens, Northwich

Dates

From:

21 Sept 2024to22 Sept 2024Various Opening Times

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Old Palace Chester Wedding Fayre

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Fete / Fair

Chester

Step into the grandeur and oh so opulent Georgian building that is Old Palace Chester. With views across to the River Dee this exceptional wedding venue is the perfect backdrop for Cheshire's most stylish wedding fayre (that's us).

Dates

From:
22 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00

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Tatton Treasures and Secret Spaces

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Type:

Guided Tour

Knutsford

Experience an extra special tour of the mansion, as you join Tatton’s Mansion and Collection Managers on this exciting opportunity to get up close and personal to some of Tatton’s most extraordinary treasures.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:
25 Sept 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30

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Heritage Lectures 2024: Lovell's Spies - GCHQ and the Cold War

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Indoor

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

A brand-new series of Heritage Lectures in our Space Dome.
Discover hidden histories and surprising stories as leading scientists, archivists and historians reveal Jodrell Bank's 80-year tale of intrigue, resolve and radio waves.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:
26 Sept 2024Open 19:30 - 21:00

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Battleaxe

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Type:

Theatre

Palmyra Square South, Warrington

She’s a comedian, presenter, writer, actor and singer. Now Katherine Ryan has another string to her bow – Battleaxe.
The show comes at a particular time in Katherine’s life. She’s recently entered her 40s and is marking the ‘Battleaxe era’ with a…

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
26 Sept 2024

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Goosfest 24 - Art and Music Festival

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Type:

Festival

Goostrey

Goosfest 2024, a 'not-for-profit' arts and music festival, is larger than ever, beginning with the ever-expanding Art Exhibitions at the end of September and including the 9-day main festival in early October.

Dates

From:

27 Sept 2024to13 Oct 2024

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Buffy - Revamped

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Type:

Event

Chester

James Seabright presents Buffy – Revamped
This fast-paced gem brings you the entire 144 episodes of the hit 90s TV show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as told through the eyes of the one person who knows it inside out… Spike.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
27 Sept 2024Open 19:30 -

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A Victorian Harvest

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Outdoors

Stretton

It's wonderful to be back with this annual celebration of the apple harvest with seasonal Victorian crafts, music, food displays, apple-pressing (bring your own apples to press) and the amazing Chris Hocking and his selection of vintage pushbikes…

Venue

Stretton Watermill, Chester Rural / Welsh Borders

Dates

From:
28 Sept 2024Open 12:00 - 17:00
From:
29 Sept 2024Open 12:00 - 17:00

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Saturday Lunchtime Organ Recital

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Music

Chester

Recital from 12.45pm to 1.35pm.

Dates

From:
28 Sept 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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19 Oct 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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16 Nov 2024Open 10:30 - 14:00
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21 Dec 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40

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Steampunk Lift Off!

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Type:

Festival

Northwich

All aboard for a weekend of stunning Steampunk exhibits, stalls, games, music and live entertainment.

Venue

Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich

Dates

From:

28 Sept 2024to29 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Oktoberfest at Mercure Chester

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Type:

Celebration

Christleton

Ice cold beers, salty pretzels, entertainment and more.

Dates

From:
28 Sept 2024Open 14:00 - 22:00

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Chester Town Hall Wedding Fayre

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Type:

Fete / Fair

Chester

Based in the heart of the bustling historic town centre. The Chester Town Hall wedding fayre provides a cosy, intimate experience, where you can discover a variety of reputable suppliers under the Grade II listed roof.

Dates

From:
29 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00

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Caring for Quarry Bank's archive collection

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Type:

History & Heritage

Wilmslow

Discover how the archive collection at Quarry Bank is cared for.
The Collections and House team are delighted to bring you a unique opportunity to experience the historic archives of Quarry Bank.

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

Dates

From:
1 Oct 2024Open 14:00 - 15:30
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8 Nov 2024Open 14:00 - 15:30
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4 Dec 2024Open 14:00 - 15:30
From:
13 Dec 2024Open 14:00 - 15:30

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Tip Top at The Musicals

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Event

Chester

Tip Top Productions have been producing musicals across the region for thirty five years. In this, their fourth visit to Storyhouse they present the best of Broadway and the West End. This compilation of  musical theatre songs is sure to include…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

2 Oct 2024to3 Oct 2024

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Tom Stade

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Type:

Theatre

Chester

Tom’s funny and today’s funny don’t always see eye to eye, but that’s cool; it’s not Tom’s way to follow the herd. He much prefers to take the path less travelled (some smart guy once said that).

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
2 Oct 2024

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Halloween Lakeside Trail

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Type:

Trail

Warrington

The North-West’s favourite Halloween event is back for 2024 with lots of new spooky twists.

Dates

From:

4 Oct 2024to31 Oct 2024Open 16:30 - 21:00

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The Clone Roses

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Type:

Event

Cultural Quarter, Warrington

Warrington, it’s back!! The Ultimate Manchester night out! feat…. The Clone Roses, Oas-is, The Smiths Ltd and Clint Boon, paying tribute to Manchester’s greatest.

Venue

Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
5 Oct 2024Open 19:00 -

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Fungi Walk in Lyme

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Type:

Guided Walk

Stockport

Mushrooms are magnificent. From ink caps to honey fungus and all varieties in-between, there’s much more to mushrooms than the variety of colours and shapes that meet the eye. Talk a walk lead by a Lyme expert and discover a collection of…

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

Dates

From:
5 Oct 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00

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