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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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.

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

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SoundBox presents: Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne

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Concert

Off Castle St, Chester

Described in The Living Tradition as 'captivating, bold and striking', Cohen Braithwaite-Kilcoyne is at the forefront of his generation of English folk musicians as both a powerful and commanding singer and a masterful player of the Anglo concertina…

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11 Oct 2024Open 19:20 - 22:20

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Murder 57 Presents - Bart's Billions

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Event

Christleton

Your presence has been personally requested by Mr. Bartholomew Caffrey; reclusive billionaire, as he has an important announcement to make. It is unclear as to what the announcement will be, nor why he has called this event; however, there are…

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From:
11 Oct 2024

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The Romance of Ruins: Curators' Talk

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Talk

Chester

Join the curators of the Grosvenor Museum's current exhibition to hear more about George Cuitt and his etchings.

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From:
12 Oct 2024Open 13:30 - 15:00

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Will Young

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Event

Chester

To celebrate the new album, Will is embarking on his most intimate tour yet – taking shape as an up close and personal evening of acoustic performances, stories and conversation.

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13 Oct 2024Open 19:30 -

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An Evening with Jodi Picoult

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Literary Events

Chester

From the bestselling author of Mad Honey comes a sweeping and insightful novel of female identity and inequality.

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13 Oct 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00

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How to get away with Murder

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Event

Christleton

Can you plan the perfect murder and get away with it?
Many people think they can, and in this event, we look at forensic and other evidence that Police use in their investigation of murders.

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From:
19 Oct 2024Open 19:00 - 23:00

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An Evening 'in conversation' with Miranda Hart

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Literary Events

Chester

Much loved comedian, writer and actress, Miranda Hart, talks 'in conversation' about her new book I Haven’t Been Entirely Honest with You

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22 Oct 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00

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Arts for the Future - Theatr Clwyd, What Does a Modern Arts Institution Need to Become?

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Talk

Castle Drive, Chester

Liam Evans-Ford, Executive Director and CEO of Theatr Clwyd, launches this year's RKEI public lecture series at the University of Chester. Theatr Clwyd is the largest producing theatre in Wales and one of the major cultural centres in our region, so…

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22 Oct 2024Open 18:00 - 19:20

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Art School

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Indoor

Chester

Monthly Art School Sessions
Join local artist and heritage worker India Hackett for a fun and informal evening of creativity.

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24 Oct 2024Open 19:10 - 20:20
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21 Nov 2024Open 19:10 - 20:20
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19 Dec 2024Open 19:20 - 20:20
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23 Jan 2025Open 19:10 - 20:20

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WayWord Festival

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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!

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26 Oct 2024to4 Nov 2024

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The Chester Halloween Ball

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Music

Chester

80s/90s pop culture fancy dress we’re expecting outfits from The Lost Boys to Scream, all the way to Madonna!
25+ ONLY event.

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From:
26 Oct 2024

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Halloween Half Term at Beeston Castle

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Outdoors

Beeston,

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Beeston Castle this half term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

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

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Halloween Family Rave

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Family Friendly

Chester

Family friendly, all ages welcome and a great way to kick off the Halloween celebrations with Terry 'Mista Tee' Samuels and Friends
Spooky decor, parachute game, Big balloons and glow sticks. Fancy dress encouraged!

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From:
26 Oct 2024

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Sins & Sanctuaries Halloween Party

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Celebration

Chester

Chester's Biggest Halloween Event! Dj's, Scare actors, performers, fire acts, confetti cannons & more!

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From:
26 Oct 2024Open 20:00 - 02:00

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Family Friendly Halloween Party

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Family Friendly

Christleton

Get ready for a spooktacular Kids Halloween Party, filled with ghoulish games, creepy crafts, and monstrous munchies!

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From:
27 Oct 2024Open 13:00 - 17:00

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Charlotte Tilbury Magic Masterclass

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Participatory Event

Pulford, Chester

Discover beauty secrets and makeup gems from the team at cult-favourite beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury, returning to Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa on Sunday 27th October 2024 (12pm).

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From:
27 Oct 2024Open 12:00 - 15:00

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Chester Zoo Wedding Fayre

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Fete / Fair

Upton, Chester

A fun, unique and unexpected wedding venue. A place for small intimate weddings, dance through the night celebrations and everything in-between. With two ceremony rooms to choose from, this venue offers a unique experience, with access to the zoo…

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From:
28 Oct 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00

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Frankenstein's Museum

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Family Friendly

Chester

Create your own creature inspired by Frankenstein's monster using 'body parts' from the museum's collections!

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From:
29 Oct 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30
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30 Oct 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30
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31 Oct 2024Open 10:30 - 12:30

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