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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Lake District Adventure- Sightseeing day tour

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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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North Wales Adventure- Sightseeing Day Tour

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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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Festive Dining

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Celebration

Christleton

We warmly welcome you to join us in our restaurant for a festive lunch or dinner throughout the months of November and December. Indulge in delicious food, great company, and a joyful atmosphere.

Dates

From:

1 Nov 2024to24 Dec 2024Open 12:00 - 22:00

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Rowvember

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Type:

Family Friendly

Chester

A celebration of the history, heritage and businesses which makes Chester Rows unique

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From:

1 Nov 2024to30 Nov 2024

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Paintings and Drawings: A Retrospective

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Exhibition

Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Chester

Ann Reeve’s work will be on display at the Contemporary Art Space Chester (CASC), Castlefield Gallery New Art Spaces, Unit 14, in the Grosvenor Shopping Centre, from November 2 to 29.

Dates

From:

2 Nov 2024to29 Nov 2024

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Christmas Pamper & Shop Event

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Type:

Fete / Fair

Pulford

Our Christmas Pamper & Shop Evening on Tuesday 12th November (6pm-9pm) is the perfect opportunity to enjoy some spa respite during the season of goodwill!

Dates

From:
12 Nov 2024Open 18:00 - 21:00

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Regalia Talks at Chester Town Hall

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Talk

Chester

Chester Town Hall is a designated Grade II listed building in the heart of Chester.

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12 Nov 2024to19 Nov 2024Various Opening Times

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26 Nov 2024to3 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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10 Dec 2024to19 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Tuesday Lunchtime Concert

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Music

Chester

Recital from 12.45pm to 1.35pm

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From:
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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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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14 Nov 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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Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo

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Outdoors

Chester

Returning for 2024, get ready to experience the Magic of Lanterns and Light at Chester Zoo.

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From:

15 Nov 2024to1 Jan 2025Open 17:00 - 21:00

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An Audience with Lucy Worsley - SOLD OUT

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Event

Chester

Following her sold-out Agatha Christie tour, acclaimed historian Lucy Worsley leads us into the life of one of English literature’s most cherished figures.
For these live, beautifully-illustrated talks, Lucy invites audiences to step into the…

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From:
15 Nov 2024Open 19:30 -

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Chester Christmas Market

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Type:

Sale

Chester

A magical Christmas all wrapped up! Chester Christmas Market will be back in the heart of Chester this year.

Dates

From:

15 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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Hoole Christmas Lights Switch On

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Show / Display

Chester

Christmas comes to Hoole on Saturday 16 November celebrating the start of the festive season.

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From:
16 Nov 2024Open 17:00 - 21:30

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Murder Mystery Experience

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Competition / Game

Chester

Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting and exclusive adventure.
Explore the city like never before with our cutting-edge mobile app as your trusty guide. Trek through the town, crack codes, and interrogate virtual suspects to gather crucial…

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16 Nov 2024to17 Nov 2024

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23 Nov 2024to24 Nov 2024

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30 Nov 2024to1 Dec 2024

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7 Dec 2024to8 Dec 2024

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14 Dec 2024to15 Dec 2024

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SoundBox presents: Chris Foster

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Concert

Handbridge, Chester

Chris Foster is a master of his trade, described as "one of the finest singers and most thoughtful, inventive guitar accompanists of English folk songs."
We're honoured to welcome him back to play a SoundBox gig, and to be one of a select few venues…

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From:
16 Nov 2024Open 19:20 - 22:20

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Shaparak Khorsandi: Scatterbrain

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Type:

Event

Chester

Having reassessed her life through the prism of an ADHD diagnosis in last year’s funny and moving memoir, one of Britain’s most beloved and most scatterbrained stand-ups lets you back into her mind (warning: it’s cluttered in there).

Dates

From:
16 Nov 2024Open 19:30 -

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Saturday Lunchtime Organ Recital

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Type:

Music

Chester

Recital from 12.45pm to 1.35pm.

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From:
16 Nov 2024Open 10:30 - 14:00
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21 Dec 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40

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Christmas at North Light

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Type:

Indoor

North Gate Street, Chester

Celebrate together at North Light this festive season!

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From:

18 Nov 2024to24 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 23:50

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ELEMIS Christmas Shopping Event

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Type:

Sale

Chester

Find the perfect gift and get into the Christmas spirit at the ELEMIS festive shopping event.

Dates

From:
18 Nov 2024Open 18:00 - 20:00

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Dreamcoat Stars : A Musical Christmas

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Concert

Chester

Christmas carols, festive favourites and a sprinkling of musical hits showcased by the stars of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in this seasonal family concert.

Dates

From:
19 Nov 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30

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