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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Drop-in craft activities at Weaver Hall Museum

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Northwich

Drop-in Family Crafts over the Holidays:
Designed by Cheshire West Libraries.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

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7 Apr 2025to8 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30

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14 Apr 2025to15 Apr 2025Various Opening Times

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26 May 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
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27 May 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Free, Drop-in craft activities

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Indoor

Chester

Inspired by the Trina Cox exhibition, create a stained glass-style lantern with a Spring theme.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
8 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
From:
9 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit

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Family Friendly

Knutsford

Explore the Gardens on a delightful storytelling tour, based on 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit.'

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:
8 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 14:30

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Northwich Explorers - Clay Minibeasts

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Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities: Create your own clay minibeasts…make them as strange as you like! £5 booking per child necessary.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:
9 Apr 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
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9 Apr 2025Open 12:00 - 01:00

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Drop-in seasons craft activity at The Lion Salt Works

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Northwich

Join us at The Lion Salt Works and make your own 4 seasons tree art model.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:
9 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
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10 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Trena Cox: Telling the Stories of the City in Stained Glass

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Talk

Chester

This illustrated talk will explore Trena Cox's depictions of the people and places of Chester in her stained glass installed at locations around the city, including Stanley Palace, Chester Castle and local churches.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
10 Apr 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

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Macclesfield Comedy Club

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Performance

Macclesfield

Macclesfield Comedy Club
Every month with as seen on TV, top pro and rising star comedians.
It's a night out like no other in town. Snap up your tickets, secure your seats, buy your drinks and prepare to laugh until it hurts!
See below for just a…

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10 Apr 2025Open 19:00 - 22:30
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8 May 2025Open 19:00 - 22:30
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12 June 2025Open 19:00 - 22:30
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14 Aug 2025Open 19:00 - 22:30
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11 Sept 2025Open 19:00 - 22:30
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13 Nov 2025Open 19:00 - 22:30
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18 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 22:30

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Lovell Lecture live stream - Planetary Defence: Preventing Asteroid Impacts

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Lecture

Macclesfield

• A live stream of Professor Alan Fitzsimmons's lecture about asteroid 2024 YRA and the critical importance of planetary defence. Discover how scientists track cosmic threats and the ways they are preparing to defend our planet.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:
10 Apr 2025Open 19:30 - 21:00

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Drop-in Earth Day craft activities at Weaver Hall Museum

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Northwich

Celebrate Earth Day (22 April) and make your own Earth mobile.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:
10 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
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11 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Object of the Month - Tazze

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Indoor

Chester

This talk will discuss a pair of early 18th century silver tazze (or dishes) by Richard Richardson I of Chester.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
10 Apr 2025Open 13:00 - 13:30

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A Night Out with Madonna Tribute Evening

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Indoor

Pulford, Chester

Tasha Leaper's unmissable tribute to the Queen of Pop comes to Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa on Friday 11th April 2025 (7pm).
Enjoy all of Madonna's famed hits during a night out to remember in the Grosvenor Suite, featuring electric live…

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From:
11 Apr 2025Open 19:00 - 00:00

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Northwich Explorers - Investigating spring colours

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Family Friendly

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities: Investigating Spring colours and light.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:
11 Apr 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
From:
11 Apr 2025Open 12:00 - 01:00

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Chester Food & Craft Festival

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Festival

City Rd, Chester

The Trader Markets will return to Carriage Shed for their Chester Food & Craft Festival on Saturday 8th March, the first of a monthly series on the second Saturday of each month. From 10:00am to 4:00pm, enjoy a free, family-friendly day of artisan…

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From:
12 Apr 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
From:
10 May 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Guided Walking Tour of Welsh Row

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Guided Walk

Nantwich

Join us for a guided walking tour of Welsh Row, one of Nantwich's most historic streets.

Venue

Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

Dates

From:
12 Apr 2025Open 11:00 - 12:30
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7 May 2025Open 11:00 - 12:30

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Sing the Musicals

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Warrington

The Greatest Showman, Mamma Mia, Les Mis, We Will Rock You – the list goes on and on. So many amazing musicals, so little time. So let us help you with that. Direct from the West End is another national tour of Sing the Musicals, which does what it…

Venue

Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
12 Apr 2025Open 19:30 -

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Warrington Maker's Market

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Sale

Warrington

The monthly pop-up event will be located at the fabulous Times Square, adjacent to the newly relaunched Warrington Indoor Market. The Makers Market will showcase over 60 unique stalls offering local artisan food and drink, art and crafts and top…

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13 Apr 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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11 May 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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8 June 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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13 July 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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10 Aug 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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14 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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12 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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9 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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14 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00

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Science Museum Live

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Warrington

London's world-class Science Museum is going back on tour! Capturing the spirit of the award-winning venue with a fresh new production devised especially for the stage, this explosive show aims to fuel imagination and inspire tomorrow's scientists.

Venue

Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
13 Apr 2025Open 13:30 -

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Foamtastic Colour Blast 2025

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Outdoors

Chester

The only event where you can expect to be covered in coloured powder and blasted with foamy bubbles as you make your way around the route of Chester's famous Racecourse.

Venue

Chester Racecourse, Chester Outskirts

Dates

From:
13 Apr 2025Open 12:00 - 10:00

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Easter at Jodrell Bank

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Indoor

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

This Easter holiday, join us for an exciting science show, outdoor space crafts, and a site trail. Plus, our special planetarium screenings of Ted’s Space Adventures are back

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:

15 Apr 2025to21 Apr 2025

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Free, Drop-in craft activities - Butterflies and Bugs

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Indoor

Chester

Drop in - Butterflies and Bugs. Come and see some of our wonderful bugs and butterflies, then create your own finger puppets.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
15 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
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16 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
From:
17 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30

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