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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Trena Cox: Reflections 100

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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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Murder 57 Presents - Bart's Billions

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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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11 Oct 2024

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Will Young

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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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How to get away with Murder

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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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19 Oct 2024Open 19:00 - 23:00

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Halloween Half Term

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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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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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27 Oct 2024Open 13:00 - 17:00

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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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28 Oct 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00

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Ed Gamble: Hot Diggity Dog

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Chester

Ed Gamble has minced a load of meat (thoughts), piped it into a casing (show) and it’s coming to a bun (venue) near you.

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30 Oct 2024Open 19:30 -

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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.

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

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Oysterband: A Long Long Goodbye

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Chester

From their earliest days as a noisy, politicised ceilidh band in the late Seventies, Oysterband have never stopped evolving or providing soundtrack to the changing times.

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5 Nov 2024Open 19:30 -

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John Nichol: The Unknown Warrior

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Chester

John Nichol, a former RAF Tornado Navigator and Gulf War POW, embarks on a poignant journey to uncover the emotional tale of the Unknown Warrior interred in Westminster Abbey, emphasising our enduring need to honour and mourn the fallen.

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7 Nov 2024Open 19:30 -

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Broadway - a night of glitz and glamour

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Performance

Christleton

Get ready for a mind-blowing night at BROADWAY!

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From:
9 Nov 2024Open 19:30 - 23:30

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ABC – An Intimate Evening With Martin Fry

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Music

Chester

A Look At Life And A Look Of Live
The hits earned their place in pop history. From Poison Arrow to The Look Of Love, from All Of My Heart, and Be Near Me, to When Smokey Sings, ABC were the band that redefined glamour and cool. Led by the…

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9 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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10 Nov 2024Open 13:00 - 16:00

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Chester Christmas Market

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Sale

Chester

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

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15 Nov 2024to22 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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

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An Audience with Lucy Worsley

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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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15 Nov 2024Open 19:30 -

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Shaparak Khorsandi: Scatterbrain

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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).

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16 Nov 2024Open 19:30 -

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A Gala Night at the Opera

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Concert

Chester

A Gala opera performance with international opera stars;
Anita Watson - soprano
Charne Rochford - tenor

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23 Nov 2024Open 19:30 - 22:00

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All Inclusive Christmas Party

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Celebration

Christleton

Have a sparkling Christmas at Mercure Chester, whether it's with colleagues, friends, or family, we've got the ultimate Christmas party for you!

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29 Nov 2024Open 19:30 - 00:00
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30 Nov 2024to30 Dec 2024Open 19:30 - 00:00

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21 Dec 2024Open 19:30 - 00:00

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