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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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Secret Life of the Zoo Tour

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Family Friendly

Chester

EXPLORE the zoo like never before! Our BRAND NEW experience will give you the chance to start your day in a truly UNIQUE way, before we open to the public!

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From:

27 Dec 2023to24 Dec 2024

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Speed of Change

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Exhibition

Chester

Mobile phones have become a feature of our everyday lives. From maths to music, mapping to photo snapping, banking to gaming, micro-chip technology has transformed our lives in a few decades

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From:

3 Feb 2024to23 June 2024

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Chester in the English Civil War

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Exhibition

Chester

Third-Year archaeology students from the University of Chester will research, interpret and present fascinating finds from the West Cheshire Museum’s collections to explore this turbulent episode in our city’s history.

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From:

24 Feb 2024to2 June 2024

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Change in Fashion from 1066 - 1980s

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Exhibition

Chester

A catwalk of dolls model hand-sewn costumes, showing how fashions have changed through the centuries.

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From:

2 Mar 2024to30 June 2024

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The World as I See It

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Exhibition

Chester

We all see the world from our own perspective, and the photographs featured in this exhibition offer a glimpse of how members of Chester Photographic Society experience it.

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2 Mar 2024to2 June 2024Open 10:30 - 16:00

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The Geology of Cheshire Salt

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Exhibition

Chester

Harry Young, BSc Geography & Natural Hazards, was joint national winner of the Museum + Heritage Award for volunteering, following his work at the Lion Salt Works during the pandemic.

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2 Apr 2024to14 July 2024

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Native: The Incredible World of British Wildlife

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Exhibition

Upton-by-Chester

A breath-taking 360° immersive experience, showcasing some of the most iconic species in the British Isles.

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From:

1 May 2024to31 Aug 2024Open 10:00 - 16:00

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What a Mess! at the Cheshire Military Museum

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Exhibition

Chester

Cheshire Military Museum in Castle Square, Chester has a new temporary exhibition looking at life surrounding the Officers’ Mess (and that of the Sergeants and Corporals too) which provides meals, recreational facilities and sometimes accommodation…

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8 May 2024to1 July 2024Various Opening Times

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Kids Rule!

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Outdoors

Beeston,

Join us in the grounds of Beeston Castle for hands-on activities and fresh-air family fun.

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From:

25 May 2024to2 June 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00

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Gospel @ Opera

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Concert

Chester

Join us for our infamous Gospel Sunday experience with Sing Out Music.

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2 June 2024
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16 June 2024
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23 June 2024
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30 June 2024

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Northern Chamber Orchestra at StoryHouse - Peter and The Wolf

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Event

Chester

A fun and educational concert for all the family!

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From:
2 June 2024Open 15:00 -

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An evening with Sarah Ferguson

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Event

New Crane St, Chester

Booka Bookshop and Linghams Booksellers are delighted to present an evening with Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, as she talks about her novel A Woman of Intrigue.
Scandals, seduction and secrets… and one woman’s quest to uncover the truth. The…

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From:
3 June 2024Open 19:00 - 20:30

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Tuesday Lunchtime Concert

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Concert

Chester

Recital from 12.45pm to 1.35pm. See www.wesleychester.co.uk for performer and programme details. Retiring collection

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4 June 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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11 June 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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18 June 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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25 June 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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2 July 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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9 July 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40
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16 July 2024Open 12:20 - 13:40

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Object of the Month

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Indoor

Chester

This month's behind the scenes talk will focus on a life cycle box prepared for the collection by the museum's first curator, Prof Robert Newstead.

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From:
6 June 2024Open 13:00 - 13:30

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SoundBox presents: Visions of Albion

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Music

Off Castle St, Chester

Fresh off the back of two sold-out shows at Liverpool Philharmonic's Music Room performing the classic Carole King album 'Tapestry', in its entirety, Visions of Albion are currently immersed in the meticulous process of recording their long-awaited…

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From:
7 June 2024Open 19:20 - 22:20

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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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From:
7 June 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00
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5 July 2024Open 19:00 - 21:00
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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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Borderline Fundraising Gig

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Concert

Chester

Local covers band, Borderline are back by popular demand for an evening of music and fun.

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From:
8 June 2024Open 19:20 -

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Business Class Afternoon Tea

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Food & Drink

Tattenhall, Chester

Served onboard our fully complete B747-400 Upper Deck Cabin.
Including a glass of champagne, this will be an Afternoon Tea experience with a difference.

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From:
8 June 2024
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20 July 2024

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Chester Regatta - Annual Rowing Competition

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Competition / Game

Chester

Rowing competition attracting crews from all over the North West and beyond, competing on the stunning River Dee since 1733.

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From:

8 June 2024to9 June 2024Various Opening Times

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Zog and The Flying Doctors

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Event

Chester

Zog, super keen student turned air-ambulance, still lands with a bang-crash-thump. Together with his Flying Doctor crew, Princess Pearl and Sir Gadabout, they tend to a sunburnt mermaid, a unicorn with one too many horns and a lion with the flu.

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From:

8 June 2024to9 June 2024

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