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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Yuletide: A Glittering Winter Garden Adventure

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Type:

Outdoors

Knutsford

Step into an incredible glittering adventure at Tatton Park Gardens this Christmas.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:

16 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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23 Dec 2024Open 15:00 - 19:15

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Festive Food Tour of Chester with Christmas Markets

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Guided Tour

Northgate Street, Chester

A relaxing Chester food tour enjoying delicious local food and drink at some of Chester's delicious hidden food gems.

Dates

From:

17 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Open 11:30 - 14:30

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Blakemere Christmas Owl

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Outdoors

Sandiway, Northwich

Join us for a hoot-filled FREE holiday experience you won't forget with our very own Blakemere Christmas Owl singing and story telling daily, in the Courtyard up to Christmas.

Venue

Blakemere Village, Northwich

Dates

From:

18 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Christmas at North Light

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Indoor

North Gate Street, Chester

Celebrate together at North Light this festive season!

Dates

From:

18 Nov 2024to24 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 23:50

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Luminate - The Enchanting Winter Light Trail

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Event

Northwich

Immerse yourself in our mesmerising mile long trail, with stunning lighting elements and fabulous interactive light play, all set to music.

Venue

Arley Hall & Gardens, Northwich

Dates

From:

20 Nov 2024to24 Dec 2024

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Santa's Enchanted Grotto

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Family Friendly

Chester

Chester BID will once again bring an enchanting family Christmas experience to Chester’s Grosvenor Shopping Centre!

Dates

From:

22 Nov 2024to24 Dec 2024

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Chester Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival

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Festival

Chester

Explore our forest of locally sourced Christmas trees decorated by local schools and businesses. This year's theme is 'Discover what Christmas means to you'. 

Venue

Chester Cathedral, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

22 Nov 2024to5 Jan 2025Open 09:30 - 18:00

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Baby and toddler festive play session with Father Christmas

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Event

Wilmslow

Join us for the Christmas baby and toddler activity and play session, with a special visit from Father Christmas and a gift just for your little one.

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

Dates

From:

22 Nov 2024to20 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Festive Afternoon Tea

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Food & Drink

Knutsford

The former head Gardener’s Cottage, just inside the Stableyard, is the perfect location for a Festive celebratory Afternoon Tea with family this Christmas.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:

23 Nov 2024to29 Dec 2024

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Meet Father Christmas at the Farm

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Outdoors

Knutsford

Find Father Christmas and his elf helpers in a festive grotto. Enjoy roaming entertainers, festive choirs, brass bands, crafts and delicious treats in the Christmas Cafe.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:

23 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

From:

23 Dec 2024to24 Dec 2024Open 10:30 - 14:30

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The dusk of Warrington’s industrial era to be explored in new exhibition

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Exhibition

Warrington

An exhibition chronicling the changing face of Warrington amid the town’s fading industrial backdrop opens Friday 24th November

Venue

Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Warrington

Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Warrington

Dates

From:

24 Nov 2024to18 Feb 2025

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Tuesday Lunchtime Concert

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Type:

Music

Chester

Recital from 12.45pm to 1.35pm

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From:
26 Nov 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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3 Dec 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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10 Dec 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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17 Dec 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40

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Regalia Talks at Chester Town Hall

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Type:

Talk

Chester

Chester Town Hall is a designated Grade II listed building in the heart of Chester.

Dates

From:

26 Nov 2024to3 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

From:

10 Dec 2024to19 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Prisoner of War exhibition

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Exhibition

Nantwich

An exhibition telling the story of prisoners of war (POWs) in World War II with particular reference to those held in local camps and hostels has opened at Nantwich Museum running until Saturday 21 December.

Venue

Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

Dates

From:

26 Nov 2024to30 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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3 Dec 2024to7 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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10 Dec 2024to14 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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17 Dec 2024to21 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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'Ten Plus @ Nantwich: Art in Translation' Exhibition

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Art Installation

Nantwich

'Ten Plus @ Nantwich: Art in Translation', an exhibition by local Ten Plus Textiles group has opened at Nantwich Museum and is due to run until Saturday 30 November. Eye catching and unique works of textile art include fine hand and machine…

Venue

Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

Dates

From:

26 Nov 2024to30 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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The Paint Republic Paint Party

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Type:

Indoor

Raymond St,, Chester

We paint, we drink, we party -- this is not a paint class as you know it!
Not painted at all or since school? Well why not try it again but this time in a fun, judgement-free and relaxed environment? Join us for an evening of painting, hosted by…

Dates

From:
26 Nov 2024Open 19:00 -
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10 Dec 2024Open 19:00 -

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Christmas Wreath Making - SOLD OUT

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Type:

Workshop

Hoole, Chester

Join us for a festive evening of Christmas Wreath Making at DoubleTree by Hilton Chester presented by the
fantastic local experts Thistle & Thyme.

Dates

From:
27 Nov 2024Open 19:00 - 22:30

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Festive Wreath Making at North Light

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Type:

Workshop

North Gate Street, Chester

Get festive with us and craft your own natural Christmas wreath.

Dates

From:
27 Nov 2024Open 19:00 - 21:30
From:
4 Dec 2024Open 19:00 - 21:30

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Christmas Wreath Masterclass - SOLD OUT

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Type:

Workshop

Wilmslow

Join us at Piccolino Grabde Wilmslow in Cheshire this Christmas for a wonderful Wreath Making Masterclass with local florist Silk & Wild.
Learn the skills of wreath making and create your own fresh wreath to take home

Dates

From:
27 Nov 2024Open 18:00 - 20:30
From:
2 Dec 2024

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GJs Presents Kat Eaton with full band

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Type:

Music

Nantwich

One not to be missed!
Soul drenched and powerful, blusey, jazz-tinged and oozing with sheer class - Music Republic Magazine
Kat's voice is like sexy toffee - Gaby Roslin, BBC Radio

Dates

From:
27 Nov 2024

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