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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Alien Trail

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Trail

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Explore Jodrell Bank’s beautiful green spaces on an intergalactic outdoor trail and keep an eye out for little green men hiding in the trees!

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:

21 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024

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October Half Term at Jodrell Bank

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Type:

Family Friendly

Macclesfield

Be on the lookout for little green men this October, as Jodrell Bank hosts a half term extraterrestrial extravaganza!

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:

21 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024

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North Wales Adventure- Sightseeing Day Tour

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Type:

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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From:

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

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Lake District Adventure- Sightseeing day tour

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Type:

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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From:

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

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Halloween at Quarry Bank

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Outdoors

Wilmslow

Tickets are now on sale for a brand new trail filled with spooky fun for everyone. Book now to secure your preferred date and time.

Dates

From:

25 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 16:00 - 21:00

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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

Dates

From:

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

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Boo! Planet Aquarium

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Type:

Indoor

Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port

Get ready for a ghoulishly good time!

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024

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Skellies and Wellies

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Type:

Participatory Event

Knutsford

A brand new spooktacular Skellies and Wellies Trail at Tatton Park.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Tatton Park Gardens, Knutsford

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024

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October Half Term at Quarry Bank

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Type:

Outdoors

Wilmslow

Join us from Saturday 26 October to Sunday 3 November 2024 for a half term jam-packed with Halloween fun.

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From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 10:30 - 16:00

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Apprentice House Spooky Tours at Quarry Bank

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Type:

Family Friendly

Styal

What was that noise? Did you see that? Follow our ghoul guide as they take you on a tour full of surprises and discover the stories of the ghosts that still live there!

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to31 Oct 2024Open 10:45 - 16:00

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Brereton Heath LNR Halloween Trail

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Competition / Game

Brereton, Congleton

Some spooky visitors are visiting the Nature Reserve this half-term! Can you explore the park and find them all? Pick up a map from the outside dispenser and get searching around the park.

Venue

Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve, Congleton

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 09:00 - 16:00

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World of Wizardry

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Workshop

Tattenhall

Explore an interactive multi-room experience led by our Professors, including: Potion Making, Herbology, Dark Arts and charming Crafting

Venue

The Ice Cream Farm, Chester Rural / Welsh Borders

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to31 Oct 2024Various Opening Times

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Astro Pi: Mission Zero

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Workshop

Lower Withington, Macclesfield

Try your hand at coding with Astro Pi for the chance to have your work sent to the International Space Station!

Venue

Jodrell Bank, Holmes Chapel

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024

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WayWord Festival

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Type:

Event

Chester

Celebrating the power of words to ignite imaginations, There will be children’s authors and illustrators live on stage, enchanting theatre performances ,workshops and much more!

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to4 Nov 2024

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The Chester Haunted Hotel City Trail

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Type:

Guided Walk

Chester

Mischievous ghouls have escaped from Chester’s Haunted Hotel, The Dee, and are hiding in local businesses! Are you brave enough to help us capture them?

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024

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Spooky Halloween Trail

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Type:

Trail

Northwich

Calling all witches and wizards to the gardens at Arley!

Venue

Arley Hall & Gardens, Northwich

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Halloween Family Trail

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Type:

Trail

Ness, Neston

Join us for a spooktacular adventure at Ness Gardens!

Venue

Ness Botanic Gardens, Cheshire

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024

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Tegg’s Nose Country Park Halloween Trail

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Type:

Competition / Game

Buxton Old Road, Macclesfield

Some spooky visitors are visiting the park this half-term! Can you explore the park and find them all?

Venue

Teggs Nose Country Park, Macclesfield

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 09:00 - 16:00

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Hands-on Halloween at Catalyst

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Type:

Family Friendly

Widnes

Pumpkin Spice and All things Nice! Don't let this half term sneak up on you. Get your tickets boooooo-ked for our awesome autumn activities. Have a go at our scary science experiments, racing spiders, using magnets to move Dracula's car, making…

Venue

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum, Widnes

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Ferocious Fireworks at Catalyst

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Type:

Family Friendly

Widnes

Don't miss our brand new Ferocious Fireworks Show! We're sure you'll be dazzled... What makes fireworks colourful? Why do they make sounds? How was the first firework made? Find out in these fizz-tastic shows!

Venue

Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum, Widnes

Dates

From:

26 Oct 2024to3 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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9 Nov 2024to10 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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