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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Christmas Mini Farm

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Type:

Outdoors

Sandiway, Northwich

Meet-and-greet with goats, lambs, chickens, rabbits and a donkey!

Venue

Blakemere Village, Northwich

Dates

From:
1 Dec 2024Open 12:00 - 15:00

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Christmas Tree Festival

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Type:

Festival

Macclesfield

Head over to Christ Church to see a range of illuminated Christmas trees decorated by groups, businesses and charities from all over town. It's the perfect festive atmosphere to get you in the mood for the season.

Dates

From:

1 Dec 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Santa Cruises 2024

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Type:

Participatory Event

Northwich

Santa will be celebrating the season of good cheer with Mrs Claus and his cheeky elves… and you are invited to join them!

Venue

Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich

Dates

From:

1 Dec 2024to24 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Luxury Christmas Wreath Workshop with Afternoon Tea- SOLD OUT

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Type:

Workshop

Nantwich

Join us at Rookery Hall for a few festive hours to create beautiful fresh door wreath with florist Silk & Wild.
During the workshop you will make your very own large, fresh wreath and can decorate it in a style unique to you choosing from a…

Dates

From:
1 Dec 2024Open 11:30 - 16:00

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Luxury Christmas Door Wreath Workshop

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Type:

Participatory Event

Allostock, Knutsford

Come and get creative and join Dawn & Deb for the perfect start to the festive season at one of our Christmas wreath workshops. Enjoy a couple of hours of wreathing and create something really special for your own front door.

Dates

From:
1 Dec 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30
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1 Dec 2024Open 14:00 - 16:00

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Meet Father Christmas at Quarry Bank

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Type:

Family Friendly

Wilmslow,

Wish lists at the ready! Join us for a special 30- minute session of festive activities and crafts, including a private family visit to meet Father Christmas and receive a gift.

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

Dates

From:
1 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:20
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7 Dec 2024to8 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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14 Dec 2024to15 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 16:20

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21 Dec 2024to23 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Advent Window Trail

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Type:

Family Friendly

Macclesfield

Deck the shops with boughs of holly...or anything else you can find! This year's theme is Christmas Wreaths so pick up your paper map from the Visitor Information Centre to follow the advent trail in Macclesfield's local business and shop windows.

Dates

From:

1 Dec 2024to24 Dec 2024

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Christmas Craft Fayre/Makers Market

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Type:

Sale

Willington, Tarporley

The Christmas craft fayre/ makers market is on the 1st of December from 11am- 4pm in the beautiful Hamilton’s suite and will include a range of stalls all producing different items including jewellery, arts, crafts, clothing and home decor.

Dates

From:
1 Dec 2024

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Christmas Fayre

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Type:

Fete / Fair

Bollington

Thank you to Friends of the Rec and Bollington Beer Festival for their donations

Dates

From:
1 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00

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A World of Illumination

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Type:

Fete / Fair

Knutsford

Step into a magical world of lights at A World of Illumination, happening at the Cheshire Showgrounds from November 25th to December 31st. Organized by the multiple award-winning events company, Access Events UK, this is set to be one of the best…

Dates

From:

1 Dec 2024to31 Dec 2024

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Relaxed Openings

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Type:

Family Friendly

Macclesfield

With reduced noise and light levels, a relaxed screening of 'The Story of Jodrell Bank', and a designated Quiet Space, this is a calmer start to the morning for anyone who might appreciate it.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:
1 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 11:00

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Santa's Christmas Cracker

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Type:

Family Friendly

Nantwich

Santa’s Christmas Cracker – the show where every child gets a present from Santa!

Dates

From:

2 Dec 2024to4 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Christmas @ The Works - Crafts

Type

Type:

Participatory Event

Northwich

Free, drop in. Some activities are paid and require pre-booking.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:
2 Dec 2024

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Cheshire Constabulary Christmas Carol Concert

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Type:

Concert

Chester

Chief Constable Mark Roberts on behalf of Cheshire Constabulary invites you to a fantastic evening to get us all in the festive spirit.

Venue

Chester Cathedral, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
2 Dec 2024

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G4 Christmas

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Type:

Music

Chester

Get ready for a spectacular Christmas celebration with G4.

Venue

Chester Cathedral, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
3 Dec 2024

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Tiny Tots Christmas Party

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Type:

Family Friendly

Glazebury

Father Christmas and the Christmas Elf have managed to pencil some time in their diary, especially for the little ones, for our Tiny Tots Christmas Party on Tuesday 3rd, 10th and 17th December for festive fun!

Venue

Bents Garden & Home, Warrington

Dates

From:
3 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
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10 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
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17 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Christmas Market Night with Friends

Type

Type:

Fete / Fair

Macclesfield

Join us at the Periwinkle and Clay Creative Studio from 5 pm on 4th December for a beautiful shopping night with festive cheer.

Dates

From:
4 Dec 2024Open 17:00 -

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Santa Experience at John Lewis Cheadle

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Type:

Family Friendly

Cheadle

Join Santa and his elves at John Lewis Cheadle.

Dates

From:

4 Dec 2024to24 Dec 2024Open 09:10 - 18:40

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Festive Tea with Father Christmas

Type

Type:

Family Friendly

Glazebury

Selected weekdays in December
4.30pm-6.30pm
£29.99 per child
Once again Father Christmas has pencilled some time in his diary and will be here on selected Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday evenings from 4.30pm – 6.30pm in December…

Venue

Bents Garden & Home, Warrington

Dates

From:

4 Dec 2024to6 Dec 2024

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9 Dec 2024to11 Dec 2024

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13 Dec 2024
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16 Dec 2024to20 Dec 2024

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Tennessee Country Christmas

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Type:

Pantomime/Christmas Performance

Crewe

For the first time ever, a "Tennessee Country Christmas" is coming to celebrate the festive season here in the UK!

Venue

Crewe Lyceum Theatre

Dates

From:
4 Dec 2024Open 19:30 -

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