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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Festival of Ideas

The Festival of Ideas is a programme of free, inclusive and accessible public events on a wide range of themes in and around Chester, co-created by the University of Chester and external stakeholders and city partners. These events may include; speakers, discussion panels, theatre, pop-up exhibitions, interactive events, music, readings, guided walks and many more!
Chester Raft Race

The Chester Raft Race is an annual charity event taking place every July in the Groves on the River Dee.
Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre 2024

Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre is back! Pop the prosecco and come together again, finally, for an extended summer of joyful theatre in the park.
1. 9 Aug 20241 Sep 2024
2. 19 Jul 202431 Aug 2024
3. 27 Jul 202422 Aug 2024
Moonlight Flicks

Moonlight Flicks open air cinema finds a brand new home for summer 2024: Grosvenor Park!
1. 13 Jul 202426 Aug 2024

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Your Kaleidoscope

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Exhibition

Chester

British artist Liz West returns to Chester Cathedral with two stunning installations: 'Presence' and 'Hymn to the Big Wheel'.

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1 Aug 2024to31 Aug 2024Open 09:30 - 18:00

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1 Aug 2024to31 Aug 2024Open 09:30 - 18:00

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Making Tracks IV

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Exhibition

Chester

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

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

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Fish & Chip Fridays

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Food & Drink

The Groves, Chester

Touring the stunning Cheshire countryside by river cruise whilst indulging in fish and chips - what could be better?

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2 Aug 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00
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6 Sept 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00

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Deva After Dark Summer Chills

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History & Heritage

Off Bridge Street, Chester

Escape the summer sun and step into the shadows as you embark on a fright-filled voyage back 2000 years to the ancient Roman fortress of Deva Victrix!

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2 Aug 2024Various Opening Times
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16 Aug 2024Various Opening Times
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30 Aug 2024Various Opening Times

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Chester Makers Market

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Sale

Chester

Each market will showcase a range of incredible art, craft, food, drink, jewellery, fragrances and so much more from an abundance of the North West's finest artisans.

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3 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00
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7 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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Ernest Aines and Camille Trail - Australian Singer/Songwriters-

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Music

Chester

Award winning and celebrated Australian singer/songwriters Ernest Aines and Camille Trail perform in St Mary's Creative Space.

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3 Aug 2024Open 19:00 - 22:00

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Family Fun Day at PARADE

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Event

Chester

The Liverpool John Lennon Airport Family Fun Day returns to Chester Racecourse this August, offering a host of activities to keep the whole family entertained plus a thrilling race card. PARADE at Chester Racecourse is joining in the fun, with…

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4 Aug 2024Open 11:30 - 17:30

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Liverpool John Lennon Airport Family Fun Day

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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…

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4 Aug 2024

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Gorgeous Georgian Pockets and Purses

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Indoor

Chester

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

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

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Deva Fest

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Music

Malpas

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

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8 Aug 2024to11 Aug 2024

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In The Night Garden

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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…

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10 Aug 2024to11 Aug 2024

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Chester Town Hall Ghost Hunt w/ Haunted Rooms

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Guided Walk

Chester

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

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

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Paint at Sip with Mercure Chester

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Workshop

Christleton

Unleash your inner artist with Paint and Sip!
Join us for an unforgettable experience where creativity meets relaxation.

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11 Aug 2024Open 13:00 - 16:00

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AfterGlow at Chester Zoo

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Participatory Event

Upton-by-Chester

A brand new summer evening experience.

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13 Aug 2024to25 Aug 2024

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Harmonies du Paradis

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Concert

Chester

The North of England Festival Chorus and Orchestral return once again, to perform an exciting French programme. The exquisite Durufle Requiem, followed by Faure's Cantique de Jean Racine and finally the very powerful and moving Poulenc Gloria with…

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16 Aug 2024Open 19:30 - 21:30

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Murder 57 Presents - Togas and Tiaras

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Event

Christleton

It is 125AD.
Baccus has just been appointed Proconsul of Britain and Baccus is hosting this party to celebrate.

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16 Aug 2024

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Chester Pride

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Festival

Chester

Celebrating diversity and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender + community and is a free event celebrating equality and diversity in the heart of Chester.

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17 Aug 2024

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An Evening with Jimmy Tarbuck

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Performance

Chester

After more than 60 years at the very top of his profession Jimmy Tarbuck OBE relives many of the most iconic moments of a life on stage and screen.

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From:
18 Aug 2024

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Gin and Beer Festival

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Outdoors

Christleton

Get ready for a boozy extravaganza at the Gin and Beer Festival.

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From:
25 Aug 2024Open 14:00 - 22:00

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Powells Jewellery Ladies Day ft. Ella Henderson

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Sporting Event

Chester

Elegance is in full stride for the Powells Jewellery sponsored Ladies Day, allowing you to up the fashion stakes for your chance to win prizes in Chester’s renowned Best Dressed competition. There’s also a celebrity DJ set to round off a stunning…

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From:
31 Aug 2024Open 11:30 -

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