What's on in Chester

This is the place to find out what's on in Chester. Time your visit to see one of Chester’s many events and festivals for an extra special treat.

Come and experience Storyhouse, with it's multi award-winning theatre, library, restaurant and cinema. With a varied programme of events throughout the year you are sure to find something that's right up your street.

There are plenty of outdoor events throughout the year too including open air theatre performances in Grosvenor Park and Moonlight flicks, an outdoor cinematic experience. Not forgetting the Taste Cheshire Food and Drink Festival and the thrill of the races at the oldest racecourse in Britain and other sporting events such as the Regatta and marathon, once voted the UK’s number 1 road marathon.

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Oktoberfest at Mercure Chester

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Celebration

Christleton

Ice cold beers, salty pretzels, entertainment and more.

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From:
28 Sept 2024Open 14:00 - 22:00

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Saturday Lunchtime Organ Recital

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Music

Chester

Recital from 12.45pm to 1.35pm.

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28 Sept 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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19 Oct 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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16 Nov 2024Open 10:30 - 14:00
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21 Dec 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40

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Oktoberfest After Dark

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Event

Chester

Dust off your lederhosen and prost to good times at Oktoberfest After Dark (Oooh spooky!)

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From:
28 Sept 2024Open 19:00 -

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Super Natural

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Outdoors

Upton-by-Chester

Discover a Halloween like no other at CHESTER ZOO this autumn! Marvel at the GIANT PUMPKIN sculptures, complete the trail challenge and collect a sweet treat! Plus, BRAND NEW BEASTS legendary digital experience.

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28 Sept 2024to3 Nov 2024

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Wedding Showcase Open Day

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Open Day

Pulford, Chester

Discover how Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa can play host to your big day at our Wedding Showcase Open Day event on Sunday 29th September from 1pm-4pm.

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From:
29 Sept 2024Open 13:00 - 16:00

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Chester Town Hall Wedding Fayre

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Fete / Fair

Chester

Based in the heart of the bustling historic town centre. The Chester Town Hall wedding fayre provides a cosy, intimate experience, where you can discover a variety of reputable suppliers under the Grade II listed roof.

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From:
29 Sept 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00

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Deadly Museum Trail

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Trail

Chester

Discover the deadly things at the Grosvenor Museum this October with our special trail.

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1 Oct 2024to31 Oct 2024Open 10:30 - 17:00

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Tuesday Lunchtime Concert

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Music

Chester

Recital from 12.45pm to 1.35pm

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1 Oct 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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8 Oct 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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15 Oct 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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22 Oct 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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29 Oct 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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5 Nov 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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12 Nov 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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19 Nov 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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26 Nov 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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3 Dec 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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10 Dec 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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17 Dec 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40

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Tom Stade

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Theatre

Chester

Tom’s funny and today’s funny don’t always see eye to eye, but that’s cool; it’s not Tom’s way to follow the herd. He much prefers to take the path less travelled (some smart guy once said that).

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From:
2 Oct 2024

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Tip Top at The Musicals

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Event

Chester

Tip Top Productions have been producing musicals across the region for thirty five years. In this, their fourth visit to Storyhouse they present the best of Broadway and the West End. This compilation of  musical theatre songs is sure to include…

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2 Oct 2024to3 Oct 2024

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Café crafts

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Workshop

Chester

Join us in the history hub for an afternoon of craft and chat. Bring along your own project or feel free to join in with one of ours. Everyone welcome, whether you're a master or a beginner.

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3 Oct 2024Open 14:00 - 16:00
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17 Oct 2024Open 14:00 - 16:00
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31 Oct 2024Open 14:00 - 16:00
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28 Nov 2024Open 14:00 - 16:00
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12 Dec 2024Open 14:00 - 16:00
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9 Jan 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00
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23 Jan 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

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Ladies Afternoon Tea & Fashion Show at Palm Court with Abi Fisher

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Show / Display

Chester

Join us in the stunning Palm Court restaurant as we welcome back Abi Fisher to showcase her Autumn/Winter collection during our ever-popular Afternoon Tea & Fashion Show event.

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From:
3 Oct 2024Open 12:00 -

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Grosvenor Parknav

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Guided Walk

Chester

Deeside Orienteering Club are organising another FREE family friendly orienteering activities for you to enjoy in October.

Dates

From:
5 Oct 2024Open 14:00 - 16:00

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Business Class ‘in-flight’ experience

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Food & Drink

Tattenhall, Chester

Join us onboard our Boeing 747 Upper Deck for a 2h 45m simulated flight to Bangkok.
Including a three course Thai themed meal with a glass of wine included for each course, the flight will ‘depart’ at 19.00 and ‘arrives’ in Bangkok at 21.45.

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From:
5 Oct 2024

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Mark Simmons: Quip Off The Mark

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Performance

Chester

As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, ‘Master of one-liners’, and social media phenomenon MARK SIMMONS brings his sell-out tour show ‘Quip Off the Mark’.

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From:
6 Oct 2024

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Trena Cox: Reflections 100

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Event

Chester

Chester Cathedral is one of twenty-five successful applicants to the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The £27k of funding will be used to bring to life an exhibition and programme of activities sharing and celebrating the life of Trena Cox, a…

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7 Oct 2024to8 Nov 2024

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Object of the Month

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Type:

Talk

Chester

Monthly talks at the Grosvenor Museum.

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10 Oct 2024Open 13:00 - 13:30
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7 Nov 2024
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5 Dec 2024
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9 Jan 2025

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Maisie Adam: Appraisal

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Theatre

Chester

Fresh from Live At The Apollo, A League Of Their Own and Have I Got News For You, Maisie Adam is heading back out on tour with a brand new show.

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From:
10 Oct 2024

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Who The F—k is Shakespeare?

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Theatre

Chester

“We’re adding to the story, giving you all the gory details…”
Following a sell-out run, four of Shakespeare’s (in)famous characters are back for a national tour, ready to tell their side of the story.

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From:
10 Oct 2024

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SoundBox presents: The Wilderness Yet

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Concert

Handbridge, Chester

Deep-rooted in a lifetime love of traditional music, The Wilderness Yet continue to grow with the seasons as they explore the many branches of song from the British Isles.

Dates

From:
11 Oct 2024Open 19:20 - 22:20

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