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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Exhibition

Port Sunlight Village

This glamorous exhibition shines a spotlight on the lasting appeal of beaded and sequinned dresses and their place in fashion history.
Featuring a range of garments from the 1920s to the 1980s, the exhibition highlights the evolution of style,…

Venue

Lady Lever Art Gallery, Cheshire

Dates

From:
11 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 19:00

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Focus on: Georgian Collections

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Lecture

Chester

Join us for a special behind the scenes look at some of West Cheshire Museums' fabulous Georgian items. Get up close with costume, social history, art and archaeology in this 2 hour study session.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
11 Jan 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

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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.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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From:

11 Jan 2025to23 Feb 2025

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Thornton Hall Hotel & Spa Luxe Wirral Wedding Fayre

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Exhibition

Thornton Hough, Wirral

Save the date for the North West Luxury Wirral Wedding Fayre! On Sunday 12th January 2025, join us in the elegant Torintone Suite at Thornton Hall Hotel & Spa, where we're bringing together over 30 phenomenal Wedding Suppliers. We'll also showcase…

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From:
12 Jan 2025Open 12:00 - 15:00

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Cheshire 3 Peaks Challenge Walk

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Guided Walk

Macclesfield

Location – Tegg's Nose Country Park Car Park (W3W optimists.tunes.bribing)
Time – 9am
Distance – Approx 13.5 Miles
Led by local Hill and Moorland Leader John Figiel
We meet at the Tegg's Nose Country Park Car Park (W3W optimists.tunes.bribing)…

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From:
12 Jan 2025Open 09:00 - 16:00

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Red Hot Chilli Pipers

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Concert

Cultural Quarter, Warrington

An award-winning band who forged their own music genre and have been twice named ‘Best Live Act in Scotland’ are coming to Warrington.

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Parr Hall, Warrington

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13 Jan 2025Open 19:30 -

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Paradise Found: Meat Loaf tribute live

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Music

Chester

Paradise Found brings you an exhilarating two-hour tribute to the legendary Meat Loaf, featuring an all-star headline band that delivers an unforgettable high-energy performance. Experience the magic of Meat Loaf’s greatest hits, including Bat Out…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

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From:
17 Jan 2025

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Astro Night

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Participatory Event

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

The iconic Lovell Telescope has long-been a gateway to understanding the universe, and now it's your turn, as Astro Nights to Jodrell Bank return this winter.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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From:
18 Jan 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00

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The Littlest Yak

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Music

Chester

This musical adaptation of the award-winning children’s book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance for all the family.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

18 Jan 2025to19 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

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Steptoe and Son Live!

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Event

Chester

You wouldn’t think it was possible for this ‘rag and boning’ duo to still be at it after all this time, but here they are!
Albert is still a dirty old man and Harold is as pretentious as ever! Come and join Steptoe & Son for all the hilarious…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

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From:
18 Jan 2025Open 19:30 -

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'Mapping the Past: From Ordnance Survey to Time Team' with Stewart Ainsworth

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Lecture

Castle Drive, Chester

Stewart Ainsworth is a very familiar face to all fans of Channel 4's 'Time Team'. For over 20 years, he has been the programme's resident landscape archaeologist, affectionately known as their 'lumps and bumps' man.

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From:
21 Jan 2025Open 18:00 - 19:30

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Chester Craft Beer Expo

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Food & Drink

Chester

Following the massive success of this year’s event, we’re thrilled to bring you the second annual Chester Craft Beer Expo in Storyhouse’s Garret Bar and Theatre.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

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24 Jan 2025to25 Jan 2025Open 13:00 - 22:00

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The Battle of Nantwich

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Demonstration

Nantwich

Join us from 10am for an exciting historical day out in Nantwich with music, historical plays, pike and musket displays, horse parade and the all important Battle on Mill Island at 2pm.

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From:
25 Jan 2025Open 10:00 - 14:00

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Valentine's Encounter

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Talk

Sandiway, Northwich

This Valentine's Let your love soar as you experience our beautiful birds of prey.
Your hearts will take flight as you get hands-on with these magnificent creatures. This experience is a private one-hour encounter for just you and your partner.

Venue

Cheshire Outdoors, Northwich

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27 Jan 2025to14 Feb 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Women’s Prize Book Club: Sarah Waters

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Talk

Chester

The Women’s Prize Trust is partnering with Storyhouse to bring you a series of book club events like no other.

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
28 Jan 2025Open 19:30 -

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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

Dates

From:

28 Jan 2025to9 Mar 2025Various Opening Times

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Storyhouse Queer

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Event

Chester

A week celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community in Chester and beyond with film, performances, workshops and more!

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

28 Jan 2025to2 Feb 2025

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Step into Astrophotography

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Participatory Event

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Returning in 2025, book a Jodrell Bank Astrophotography class and see the stars in a whole new way.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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From:
29 Jan 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
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26 Feb 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
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19 Mar 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00

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Queenz: Drag me to the Disco

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Event

Chester

Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
30 Jan 2025Open 19:30 -

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Murder Mystery Evening

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Indoor

Pulford

Play detective for the night and figure out "Whodunnit?" during an evening of intrigue at our ever-popular Murder Mystery event!
Arrive from 7pm to begin an evening of mystery and enigma. A crime is about to unfold, so pay close attention those…

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From:
31 Jan 2025Open 19:00 -

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