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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Great British Food Festival

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Festival

Northwich

Family Friendly Food Festival back at Arley Hall for a weekend of foodie fun!

Venue

Arley Hall & Gardens, Northwich

Dates

From:

10 May 2025to11 May 2025Various Opening Times

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Steam at the Lift

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Show / Display

Anderton

A mighty fleet of traction engines will be travelling from all over the country to congregate at Anderton Boat Lift, Cheshire's historic 'Cathedral of the Canals' near Northwich, on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 May, for the spectacular annual 'Steam at…

Venue

Nantwich Museum, Nantwich

Dates

From:
10 May 2025Open 10:00 - 16:30
From:
11 May 2025Open 10:00 - 16:30

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Chris McCausland: Yonks!

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Type:

Performance

Cultural Quarter, Warrington

Comedian Chris McCausland has announced another show in Warrington due to high demand for tickets and his rapidly growing public profile.

Venue

Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
11 May 2025Open 16:30 -

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Lovell Lecture: The ingredients for life - OSIRIS-REx Mission update

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Lecture

Macclesfield

What can the Asteroid Bennu reveal about the early days of the Solar System? Join Dr Sarah Crowther for insights into the first published results from NASA's OSIRIS - REx mission - one of the most exciting space explorations of our time.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:
15 May 2025Open 19:30 - 21:00

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Lovell Lecture live stream: The Ingredients for life - OSIRIS-Rex Mission Update

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Lecture

Macclesfield

Explore the secrets of asteroid Bennu in a live stream with Dr. Sarah Crowther. Discover the first published results from NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission and what they reveal about the early Solar System.

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:
15 May 2025Open 19:30 - 21:00

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The Shires

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Concert

Cultural Quarter, Warrington

One of the UK’s biggest country music duos will be gracing Parr Hall’s stage as part of an intimate acoustic tour in 2025.

Venue

Parr Hall, Warrington

Dates

From:
16 May 2025Open 19:30 -

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Old Time Sailors: in concert at the National Waterways Museum

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Type:

Concert

Ellesmere Port

We can't wait to welcome the incredible 'Old Time Sailors' who'll be dropping their anchor at our Port for a family friendly night of foot stomping, dancing and singing - live in the grounds of our historic dock.

Venue

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

Dates

From:
16 May 2025Open 17:00 - 23:00

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Chester Craft Beer Festival

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Type:

Festival

Chester

Join us at Chester Craft Beer Fest for a day filled with delicious brews, great music, and good times with friends!

Venue

The Carriage Shed, Chester

Dates

From:
17 May 2025Various Opening Times

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Back to Boogie at Arley Hall (Boney M, The Real Thing & Odyssey)

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Concert

Arley

Saturday 17th May 2025 - BACK TO BOOGIE with Boney M ft. Maizie Williams, The Real Thing & Odyssey
A spectacular night of disco headlined by 70s chart-toppers; Boney M to celebrate their 50th anniversary alongside performances from Soul Legends;…

Dates

From:
17 May 2025Open 16:00 - 22:00

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The Proms at Arley Hall with Russell Watson

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Type:

Concert

Northwich

A special anniversary concert by Russell Watson who will be celebrating 25 years since the release of his landmark debut album, The Voice.
Crowded the UK’s best-selling classical artist of all time, Russell Watson’s record-breaking debut solo…

Venue

Arley Hall & Gardens, Northwich

Dates

From:
18 May 2025

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Training dig open afternoon

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Type:

Outdoors

Chester

What lies under the grass? Come and see what the archaeologists have been finding on this year's excavation in Grosvenor Park, Chester. There will be site tours and a finds display.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
20 May 2025Open 14:00 - 16:30

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Chester Folk Festival

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Type:

Festival

Kelsall, Chester

Annual celebration of folk music held in the village of Kelsall.

Dates

From:

23 May 2025to26 May 2025

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Neighbourhood Weekender

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Type:

Festival

Latchford , Warrington

Neighbourhood Weekender kicks off the summer 24th and 25th May 2025

Dates

From:

24 May 2025to25 May 2025

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The Old King's Head Chester Ghost Hunt

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Type:

History & Heritage

Chester

Unearth the Supernatural at The Old King's Head Chester Ghost Hunt
Step Into Chester's Haunted Past
Welcome to The Old King's Head, Chester's most haunted pub, a historical treasure dating back to 1208. This iconic establishment serves as a portal…

Dates

From:

24 May 2025to25 May 2025Open 20:30 - 02:00

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Chester Heritage Festival

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Type:

Festival

Chester

Chester Heritage Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary this year! Bringing the city’s exciting and varied history to life through a series of unique events and experiences for all ages.

Dates

From:

24 May 2025to8 June 2025

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Krazy Races

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Type:

Competition / Game

Visit Crewe for an adrenaline-filled day as teams race downhill from Ford Lane, navigating tight turns and speeding towards the finish line in front of up to 20,000 spectators!

Dates

From:
25 May 2025Open 10:45 - 17:00

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Free, Drop-in craft activities - Wild and Wacky Birdhouses

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Indoor

Chester

Wild and Wacky Birdhouses - have a look at some of the weird and wonderful bird species we have in our collections. Then create your own wacky birdhouse to take home.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
27 May 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
From:
28 May 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
From:
29 May 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30

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Drop-in garden themed craft at The Lion Salt Works

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Type:

Event

Northwich

Join us at The Lion Salt Works and make a 3D summer garden collage.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:
28 May 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
From:
29 May 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Northwich Explorers - Investigating Weather

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Type:

Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities: Investigating our weather.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:
28 May 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
From:
28 May 2025Open 12:00 - 01:00

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Drop-in Bee themed craft at Weaver Hall Museum

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Type:

Event

Northwich

Celebrate world bee day by making your own bee puppet!

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:
29 May 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30
From:
30 May 2025Open 10:30 - 03:30

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