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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Lake District Adventure- Sightseeing day tour

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Family Friendly

Chester

Your Sightseeing Day Tour to The Lake District from Chester is fully escorted and narrated with a jolly driver and knowledgeable escort who, invariably, will become more of a friend than a tour guide! Ok our drivers know most things but not…

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22 Oct 2024to30 Dec 2025Open 08:30 - 19:30

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North Wales Adventure- Sightseeing Day Tour

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Event

Chester

Your Sightseeing Day Tour to North Wales from Chester is fully escorted and narrated with a jolly driver and knowledgeable escort who, invariably, will become more of a friend than a tour guide! Every passenger receives special attention and is…

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22 Oct 2024to30 Dec 2025Open 09:30 - 17:30

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Astronomy Photographer of the Year

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Exhibition

Macclesfield

Travel to the edge of the universe in astounding detail at the Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition, coming to Jodrell Bank this October and free with admission.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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26 Oct 2024to27 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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New Exhibition: Astronomy Photographer of the Year

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Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Astronomy Photographer of The Year showcases the world’s award-winning space photography, including spectacular starscapes to awe-inspiring images of distant planets and galaxies.

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Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

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5 Dec 2024to27 Apr 2025

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What We See is Not Always Black and White

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Event

Warrington

Powerful new exhibition featuring photography from all over the world to challenge visitors’ own beliefs.

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Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Warrington

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From:

18 Jan 2025to20 Mar 2025

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Murder Mystery Experience

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Competition / Game

Chester

Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting and exclusive adventure.
Explore the city like never before with our cutting-edge mobile app as your trusty guide. Trek through the town, crack codes, and interrogate virtual suspects to gather crucial…

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21 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

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Andean Adventure Trail

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Trail

Chester

Chester's marmalade-loving bear is moving from Foregate Street and heading on an adventure around Chester City Centre, visiting a different location every month whilst meeting new friends along the way.

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1 Feb 2025to31 July 2025

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Kid's Club | Chester Picturehouse

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Indoor

Hunter Street, Chester

New and classic children's cinema film screenings, every Saturday morning.

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1 Feb 2025to1 Feb 2026

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Stick Man Family Activity Trail

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Trail

Northwich

From February 2025 to January 2026, Delamere Forest will host specially designed Stick Man activity trails, where families can follow the beloved character on his journey back to the family tree. Along the way, young adventurers will discover nine…

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Delamere Forest, Northwich

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1 Feb 2025to31 Jan 2026

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Open Art Exhibition

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Exhibition

Chester

The Grosvenor Museum’s Open Art Exhibition returns for its 15th year presenting the best in contemporary art in the region.

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Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

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9 Feb 2025to31 Aug 2025

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Philip Wilson Steer: In Conversation

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Exhibition

Birkenhead

Born in Birkenhead, Philip Wilson Steer was a pioneer of impressionism in Britain during the late nineteenth century. Studying in Paris in the 1880s, he was exposed to this radical way of painting after seeing works by the likes of Degas and Manet.…

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12 Feb 2025to20 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Un/Earthed – A Retrospective by Landlines Studio

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Exhibition

Birkenhead

Digging into the land and lineage of historical sites for the past five years, collaborative artist duo, Angela Stringer and Nicky Perrin present their formative works in an exhibition which reveals the alchemical process of turning raw earth into…

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12 Feb 2025to30 June 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Going To The Match Creative Commission by Marge Bradshaw Free

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Exhibition

Birkenhead

Following the loan of 'Going to the Match' by L S Lowry, The Williamson Art Gallery and Museum have commissioned award-winning photographer Marge Bradshaw to work with Liverpool Trans and Enby FC. Funded by Arts Council England, Marge will produce a…

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12 Feb 2025to30 June 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Subterranean Elevator

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Exhibition

Birkenhead

Subterranean Elevator has been conceived by artist Di Mainstone, and developed with a team of inter-disciplinary specialists. The installation invites intrepid visitors to explore the inner worlds of soil and the subconscious mind.
On entering…

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12 Feb 2025to20 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Albert Richards

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Exhibition

Birkenhead

March 2025 will mark 80 years since the passing of Albert Richards, the youngest official war artist to be killed in action during WWII. The Williamson holds over two hundred of his works, spanning from his days at the Wallasey School of Art to the…

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12 Feb 2025to20 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Poo in the Zoo

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Family Friendly

Chester

From 14 February - 16 March, Chester Zoo invites you to a “poo-pendous Adventure” at our Poo in the Zoo event

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Chester Zoo, Chester Outskirts

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14 Feb 2025to16 Mar 2025

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Edo's Floating World

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Art Installation

Warrington

An exhibition which will take visitors to the other side of the world and back in time to the bustling entertainment district of Edo, Japan, has opened at Warrington Museum.

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Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Warrington

Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Warrington

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14 Feb 2025to16 Mar 2025

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Early Season Special

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Participatory Event

Old Hall, Warrington

We’re starting the season with a huge offer at Gulliver’s World. Tickets are just £17 per person with our Early Season Special when you book at least two days in advance.

Venue

Gulliver's World Resort, Warrington

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15 Feb 2025to23 Mar 2025Open 10:30 - 16:00

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Free audio trail of Quarry Bank

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Trail

Styal

HistoryScapes aims to help visitors explore historic landscapes and discover more about the history of the places cared for by the National Trust.
Quarry Bank is one of a small group of National Trust properties chosen to participate in this pilot…

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Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

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15 Feb 2025to23 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 17:00

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For the Love of Cotton

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Exhibition

Wilmslow

Returning for 2025 this exhibition explores the story of the past, present and future of the cotton textile industry in the North West and the world.

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Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

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From:

15 Feb 2025to11 May 2025Open 10:30 - 16:30

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