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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Liverpool John Lennon Airport Family Fun Day

Type

Type:

Sporting Event

Chester

Racing and smiles run side by side at Family Fun Day, Chester’s second family-focused fixture of 2024. The Open Course is transformed into a hive of activity for children, with fun games and inflatables adding to the excitement of a day at the races…

Venue

Chester Racecourse, Chester Outskirts

Dates

From:
4 Aug 2024

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Foraging and Cookery Course

Type

Type:

Outdoors

Northwich

Our main goal is to excite people with the amazing flavours to be found in the wild and to make foraging as accessible to as many people as possible.
On our Foraging Courses you'll see that wild food is everywhere and our team is constantly…

Venue

Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich

Dates

From:
4 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
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21 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
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21 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Family Crafts at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse

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Type:

Workshop

Northwich

Visit us at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse for some family fun craft activities. Just pop in any time between 10:30am - 3:30pm.

Dates

From:

5 Aug 2024to6 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Gorgeous Georgian Pockets and Purses

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Type:

Indoor

Chester

Make like the gorgeous Georgians and decorate your own pocket or purse with embroidery.

Venue

Grosvenor Museum, Chester Centre

Dates

From:
6 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30
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7 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30
From:
8 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30

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Stone Age Times

Type

Type:

Family Friendly

Knutsford

Step back in time to explore how people lived in the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:
6 Aug 2024

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Quarry Bank Kitchen Garden Walk, Talk and Taster

Type

Type:

Guided Walk

Wilmslow

Explore the history of Quarry Bank's kitchen garden with Gardener Cath.
The garden team at Quarry Bank are delighted to introduce a new series of events for you to enjoy.

Venue

Quarry Bank (NT), Wilmslow

Dates

From:
6 Aug 2024Open 14:00 - 15:00
From:
14 Aug 2024Open 16:00 - 17:00

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Family Fun Day with special appearances from the Gruffalo

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Type:

Family Friendly

Delamere,

Does your child love the tale of the Gruffalo? If the answer is yes, then head to Delamere Forest for a day of family fun on Wednesday 7 August.

Venue

Delamere Forest, Northwich

Dates

From:
7 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Viking Life

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Type:

History & Heritage

Knutsford

Join Viking Warlord, Harald Bloodaxe, and his trusted Thrall at Tata’s Tun.

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Tatton Park - The Old Hall, Knutsford

Dates

From:
7 Aug 2024

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Northwich Explorers:Investigate Acids and Alkali

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Type:

Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities
Investigate Acids and Alkali and make a red cabbage indicator.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:
7 Aug 2024Open 11:00 - 01:00

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Family Crafts at The Lion Salt Works

Type

Type:

Workshop

Northwich

Join us at The Lion Salt Works for some family fun craft activities

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:

7 Aug 2024to8 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Family Crafts at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse

Type

Type:

Workshop

Northwich

Join us at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse for some fun family crafts based on packing your suitcase for a summer holiday.

Venue

Weaver Hall Museum, Northwich

Dates

From:

8 Aug 2024to9 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 03:30

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Deva Fest

Type

Type:

Music

Malpas

Deva Fest is BACK from the 8th – 11th of August at the beautiful Cholmondeley Castle Gardens in Cheshire.   

Dates

From:

8 Aug 2024to11 Aug 2024

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Family Smartphone Photography Workshop

Type

Type:

Event

Knutsford

Our family phone photography workshop is perfect for family groups of young people aged 11+ and adults.
Discover how to capture nature, people, landscapes and animals using just your smartphones, all while having fun and letting your creativity…

Venue

Tatton Park, Knutsford

Dates

From:
8 Aug 2024Open 10:30 - 15:30

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Wedding Open Days & Evenings

Type

Type:

Fete / Fair

Chester

Meet incredible, local wedding suppliers and businesses, whilst exploring this historic and beautiful 4 AA Star Georgian Manor built in 1779.

Dates

From:
8 Aug 2024Open 17:00 - 20:00
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12 Sept 2024Open 17:00 - 20:00
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10 Oct 2024Open 17:00 - 20:00
From:
3 Nov 2024Open 13:00 - 16:00

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Northwich Explorers: Make a rubber band powered vehicle at The Lion Salt Works

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Type:

Workshop

Northwich

Northwich Explorers: 1hr Nature, Art, Science and Technology-based Activities:
Make a rubber band-powered vehicle and see how far it will run.

Venue

Lion Salt Works, Northwich

Dates

From:
9 Aug 2024Open 11:00 - 01:00

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Pirate Weekender at Anderton Boat Lift

Type

Type:

Festival

Northwich

Ahoy me hearties!
The Conwy Pirates will be storming Anderton this summer.

Venue

Anderton Boat Lift, Northwich

Dates

From:

10 Aug 2024to11 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Chester Town Hall Ghost Hunt w/ Haunted Rooms

Type

Type:

Guided Walk

Chester

Join expert Ghost Hunters from Haunted Rooms and enjoy a night exploring the depths of Chester Town Hall!

Dates

From:
10 Aug 2024
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21 Sept 2024
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19 Oct 2024
From:
23 Nov 2024

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In The Night Garden

Type

Type:

Performance

Chester

In the Night Garden Live is coming to Storyhouse in 2024!
Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following…

Venue

Storyhouse, Chester Centre

Dates

From:

10 Aug 2024to11 Aug 2024

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Sandbach Makers Market

Type

Type:

Food & Drink

Sandbach

Join us on the second Saturday of every month for an abundance of the North West's finest makers, bakers and creators.

Dates

From:
10 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 15:00
From:
14 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 15:00
From:
9 Nov 2024Open 10:00 - 15:00
From:
14 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 15:00

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Quarry Bank Young

Type

Type:

Participatory Event

Styal

Quarry Bank's Youth Engagement Forum is ready to welcome enthusiastic people every month.

Dates

From:
10 Aug 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00
From:
14 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00
From:
12 Oct 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00
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9 Nov 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00
From:
14 Dec 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00

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