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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Circus Skills Workshops

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Type:

Indoor

Tattenhall

Roll up, Roll up and join a Circus Skills Workshop!

Venue

The Ice Cream Farm, Chester Rural / Welsh Borders

Dates

From:
27 July 2024Open 10:00 - 13:30
From:
28 July 2024Open 10:00 - 13:30

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Libera in Concert

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Concert

Chester

"I Like them so much, they sang at my wedding" - Aled Jones
The internationally acclaimed boys' choir LIBERA will be returning to Chester Cathedral on 27th July. This concert forms part of Libera's 2024 UK Cathedrals tour.

Dates

From:
27 July 2024Open 19:00 - 21:30

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Medieval Life at Beeston Castle

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Type:

Outdoors

Beeston,

See Beeston Castle’s medieval history brought to life as we step back in time!

Venue

Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Tarporley

Beeston Castle Roundhouse, Tarporley

Dates

From:

27 July 2024to28 July 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Summer Saturdays

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Sporting Event

Chester

Glorious Summer Saturdays at Chester Racecourse bring out the very best in a day at the races. There’s the Edinburgh Gin sponsored Summer Saturday on 15 June, the Matthew Clark sponsored Summer Style Race Day on 29 June and a Midsummer Meeting on…

Venue

Chester Racecourse, Chester Outskirts

Dates

From:
27 July 2024

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Unity by Gorilla Circus

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Event

Warrington

UNITY is a reflection on community, an act of protest, a call for change and a dream for the future. A large-scale, aerial-spectacular production featuring wire-walking, dance trapeze, hair hanging and hydraulics which merges immersive theatre,…

Dates

From:
27 July 2024

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RunThrough Tatton 5K & 10K

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Type:

Sporting Event

Knutsford

This fast, undulating, road closed 10k race set at the beautiful Tatton Park in Cheshire is a perfect opportunity to set yourself a personal best over the 5k or 10k distance in support of The Christie Charity.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

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27 July 2024
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9 Nov 2024
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14 Dec 2024

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Run Tatton for the Christie charity

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Type:

Sporting Event

Knutsford

Get running in 2024 and help us support cancer patients and their loved ones.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

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27 July 2024
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7 Sept 2024
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5 Oct 2024
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10 Nov 2024
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14 Dec 2024

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Race Day Bottomless Brunch

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Type:

Competition / Game

Chester

Our ultimate Race Day Bottomless Brunch includes a glass of juice, croissant basket, overnight oats or fruit pot, plus, one cooked brunch option served with unlimited prosecco or draught beer for 90 minutes.

Dates

From:
27 July 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00
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4 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00
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31 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00
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13 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00
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14 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00
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21 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 12:00

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Living History: World War I

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Performance

Ellesmere Port

Visit the Cheshire Pals at their rest station in France (at Porters Row) and meet some soldiers enjoying a short break. Have a chat with 'Tommy' (historian, Rob Moss) who'll be patrolling the site talking to visitors about his uniform, weapons, kit…

Venue

National Waterways Museum, Cheshire

Dates

From:
28 July 2024Open 10:00 - 04:00

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Summer Celebration

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Type:

History & Heritage

Chester

Join us on Sunday 28th July for the first ever Chester Heritage Festival Summer Celebration in partnership with Picturehouse Chester.

Dates

From:
28 July 2024Open 11:00 - 18:00

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Wet Felting Vase of Flowers Workshop - The Craft Room Tarporley

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Type:

Workshop

Tarporley,

Wet felted vase of flowers workshop - including all materials, hot and cold drinks.
Discover the art of wet felted vases of flowers at this fabulous workshop in July at the renowned Craft Room Tarporley.

Dates

From:
28 July 2024Open 12:00 - 16:00

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Family Crafts at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse

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Type:

Workshop

Northwich

Join us at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse for some family fun crafting activities. Just drop in any time between 10:30am and 3:00pm.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:

29 July 2024to30 July 2024Open 10:30 - 15:00

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12 Aug 2024to13 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 15:00

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28 Aug 2024to29 Aug 2024

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Old Hall Family Open Days

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Event

Knutsford

Standing in its own grounds, within the parkland beside the site of the long disappeared medieval Tatton village, the Old Hall is Tatton’s oldest surviving building.
Come along, explore the rooms and soak up the lovely atmosphere of this hidden away…

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

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30 July 2024to31 July 2024

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6 Aug 2024to7 Aug 2024

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13 Aug 2024to14 Aug 2024

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20 Aug 2024to21 Aug 2024

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27 Aug 2024to28 Aug 2024

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Greyscale Landscapes

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Type:

Indoor

Chester

Make a beautiful monochrome collage inspired by your favourite landscapes.
Will you add a pop of colour, too?

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
30 July 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30
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31 July 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30
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1 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit

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Type:

Family Friendly

Knutsford

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

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:
30 July 2024

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Summer Ranger walks at Quarry Bank

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Type:

Guided Walk

Styal

Experience the woodlands and countryside at Quarry Bank this summer with the Ranger team.
This is your chance to experience Quarry Bank through the eyes of a Ranger.

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

Dates

From:
30 July 2024Open 10:30 - 12:00
From:
1 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 12:00

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The Nantwich Show

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Type:

Show / Display

Nantwich

The Nantwich Show will feature a range of animals, technologies, businesses and entertainment for all ages.

Dates

From:
31 July 2024

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Northwich Explorers

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Type:

Workshop

Northwich

Investigate fossils and make your own piece of history.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:
31 July 2024Open 11:00 - 01:00

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Hot air balloon family craft at The Lion Salt Works

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Type:

Family Friendly

Northwich

Join us at The Lion Salt Works for a fun hot air balloon theme craft activity.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:

31 July 2024to1 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 03:30

From:

31 July 2024to1 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Making Tracks IV

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Type:

Exhibition

Chester

After popular demand, Pete Waterman and the Railnuts will be returning with another year of Making Tracks.

Venue

Chester Cathedral, Chester Centre

Dates

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1 Aug 2024to2 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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3 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
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5 Aug 2024to9 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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10 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
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12 Aug 2024to15 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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17 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
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19 Aug 2024to23 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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24 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
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26 Aug 2024to30 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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31 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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