Things to do in Chester

Inspiral Carpets

A vital component of the infamous ‘Madchester’ movement, Inspiral Carpets formed in Oldham in 1980.

Alexander's Live, Chester

B*Witched

Dust off your double denim and step into the ultimate 90s pop experience with BWitched.Feel the infectious energy and girl-next-door charm of hits like "C'est L…

Chester Cathedral, Chester

Tom Jones

The legendary Sir Tom Jones is back this summer with a number of concerts. With such a distinctive voice and so many iconic records released, Jones is undoubted…

Chester Racecourse, Chester

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Chester Pride

InfoChester Pride, takes place on Saturday 15th August 2026.Chester Pride started in 2013, with our first event outside Chester Town Hall.

Castle Square Car Park, Chester

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Foo Fighters GB

Foo fighters GB are a midlands based tribute band who’s goal is to provide a true-to-life reconstruction of a real Foo Fighters performance at any and every sho…

The Live Rooms, Chester

A Country Night in Nashville

A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing Honky Tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in t…

Chester Cathedral, Chester

Black Parade - 00s Emo Anthems

The UK's biggest emo night! Emo party anthems all night from My Chemical Romance, Paramore, Taking Back Sunday, Fall Out Boy, Panic!

The Live Rooms, Chester

Hugh Cornwell

Best known as frontman of the Stranglers, one of the most long-lived and internationally popular bands from the original wave of British punk, Hugh Cornwell als…

The Live Rooms, Chester

This Is The Kit

In today's fast-paced mid-apocalyptic world it can feel like a waste of time to speak about time at all.​Why dwell on the past when we could just live in the pr…

St Mary's Creative Space, Chester

Scott Bennett: Stuff

As a society we love stuff, it’s a statement about who we are and who we want to be.

Storyhouse, Chester

Wishbone Ash

Over 50 years of continual touring and recording It’s a remarkable milestone few bands have achieved… and always at the highest level.Discover for yourself why…

The Live Rooms, Chester

Tez Ilyas: Tez Things I Hate About You

Tez Ilyas, one of the most most celebrated stars in British comedy, returns to stage in 2023 with an hour of his trademark, no-holds barred, crowd participation…

Alexander's Live, Chester

T'Pau & Carol Decker

T’Pau became one of the most successful and biggest selling bands of the 1980s with huge hits like China In Your Hand, Heart and Soul and Valentine.

The Live Rooms, Chester

Seth Lakeman

Seth Lakeman is a British folk singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist known for his narrative-driven songs and energetic live performances.

Storyhouse, Chester

John Bramwell

As the singer in I Am Kloot from 1999 to 2014, John Bramwell achieved a Mercury Prize nomination for 2010’s The Sky At Night, a Top 10 chart position for 2013’s…

Telford's Warehouse, Chester

Sex Pistols Exposé

Approved by all members of the Sex Pistols, the 'Sex Pistols Exposé' are the worlds number 1 tribute which brings high expectancy where ever they perform, Brand…

Alexander's Live, Chester

Space

Indie-rock outfit from Liverpool who hit the charts in the mid-90s with the quirky 'Female of the Species' and 'The Ballad of Tom Jones'.

The Live Rooms, Chester

Boney M

The disco and pop group from Germany who were famous in 1970s and featuring original member Maizie Williams.

Chester Cathedral, Chester

Utah Saints

English electronic music duo consisting of members Jez Willis and Tim Garbutt. The band had three top-ten and another five top-40 singles on the UK Singles Char…

The Live Rooms, Chester

Ibiza Anthems

Step inside and be transported to the golden years of Ibiza where legendary anthems, unforgettable nights, and pure energy defined an era.

Chester Cathedral, Chester

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before.

Chester Cathedral, Chester

Ben Poole

Inspired by the blues, infused with a hard hitting, 'in-yer-face' rock approach and topped-off by virtuoso musicianship, Ben Poole is being talked of as the new…

The Live Rooms, Chester

Martyn Joseph

Martyn Joseph is a completely unique and mind-blowing artist. Take everything you think you know about singer-songwriters and rip it up.

Telford's Warehouse, Chester

Omid Djalili: Namaste

The Persian Comedy Powerhouse performs his critically acclaimed new show NAMASTE where Omid peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedi…

Storyhouse, Chester

Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan

Due to phenomenal demand, award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road again in 2027, continuing the success of his bigge…

Storyhouse, Chester

Maisie Adam: Whatsherface

Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her brand new show Whatsherface.Join the "tall, chao…

Storyhouse, Chester

Thomas Green: Brainstorm

After a significant self-discovery, Green realises his life is a whirlwind full of tangents of his own making, navigating through the impulsive, random and stup…

Storyhouse, Chester

Rachel Parris: The Rachel Parris Songbook

In 2026, Parris announced The Rachel Parris Songbook – gathering together some of her best-loved musical material from the past decade and a half, alongside fre…

Storyhouse, Chester

Phil Wang: Uh Oh

UH OH. Phil Wang’s back with a new stand-up show, and he’s older than ever before.He’s got a moustache now. It bristles with wisdom.

Storyhouse, Chester

Mike Bubbins

Mike Bubbins, star of hit podcast The Socially Distant Sports Bar, and of BBC television comedies Mammoth, Tourist Trap and The Unexplainers, unleashes Throwbac…

Storyhouse, Chester

The Drifters

The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including 'Saturday Night at the Movies', 'You're More Than A Number,' 'Come on Over t…

Chester Cathedral, Chester

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Aurie Styla: Maverick

Aurie Styla is one of the most naturally charismatic and hilarious comedians around.

Storyhouse, Chester

Martin McAloon (Prefab Sprout)

Martin McAloon is a founding member of Prefab Sprout.Martin will be performing a 2-hour show featuring a large selection of hit songs from the bands extensive a…

St Mary's Creative Space, Chester

The Skids & Theatre Of Hate

The Skids formed in 1977 in their hometown of Dunfermline, Scotland by Richard Jobson, Stuart Adamson, Bill Simpson & Tom Kellichan.

The Live Rooms, Chester

G4 Christmas

Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their ‘G4 Christmas’ tour…

Chester Cathedral, Chester

Puccini's Madama Butterfly

North Wales Opera presents Puccini's Madama Butterfly, directed by internationally renowned soprano Anne Williams-King.

Chester Town Hall, Chester

The Beat

One tempestuous weekend in March 1979 was not only the date of the Three Mile Island nuclear incident, but also, in Birmingham, England, the very first show by…

The Live Rooms, Chester

Last Resort: Nu-Metal Tribute

Last Resort bring an awesome night of nu-metal.Expect the raw energy of the early 2000s, the bounce, the breakdowns and the tracks you still know every word to.…

The Live Rooms, Chester

Two Mr P's in a Podcast Live

Mr P has been a primary school teacher for over twelve years. He still works part-time in school and leads training in schools all over the UK and beyond.

Storyhouse, Chester

Simon Brodkin: Unleashed

Acclaimed comedian and professional hoaxerHe’s the comedian who showered FIFA president Sepp Blatter with cash, handed Prime Minister Theresa May her P45, and c…

Storyhouse, Chester

Ross Noble: Cranium of Curiosities

Roll up, roll up! Or use a more conventional form of transport to get to the show. It's entirely your choice.

Storyhouse, Chester

Together Again Festival 2026: Exclusive Offers

Together Again Festival returns to Bolesworth Castle on 24th - 26th July 2026 and you wont want to miss what weve got in store.

Bolesworth Castle, Chester

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Together Again

Together Again is a festival, a community, and a celebration of music, arts and culture.

Bolesworth Castle, Chester

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CUE - Together Again Festival w. Gaskin, Robbie Doherty & more

By now you know we love a castle, so its only right we take over another one at this year's Together Again Festival in Cheshire.

Bolesworth Castle, Chester

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Afterglow at Chester Zoo

Stay later, discover more at Chester Zoo.Whether you’re making the most of a full day at Chester Zoo with extra summer evening hours, or joining us from 3 – 8pm…

Chester Zoo, Chester

Beatles Complete

Having now performed over 300 shows at the world famous Cavern Club, this Liverpool based 'beat combo' are the youngest ever Beatles band to gain a residency at…

Alexander's Live, Chester

Reelin' In The Dan

Reelin’ in the Dan are an ensemble celebrating the music of Steely Dan, performing songs from the catalogue between 1972-1980.Born from a shared passion for, an…

Alexander's Live, Chester

Definitely Oasis

Definitely Oasis are regarded by many promoters and Oasis fans alike as the best one there is.With Oasis currently not together, Definitely Oasis do an amazing…

The Live Rooms, Chester