Festival fever! Here are Absolutely’s picks of the best summer events across Cheshire.
Summer Saturdays at Chester Racecourse
Date: 27 July
Location: Chester Racecourse
Glorious Summer Saturdays at Chester Racecourse bring out the best in a day at the races. Expect a perfect blend of live music and the thrill of horseracing, making it a perfect way to spend your weekend. Pick out your best wear and prepare for an unforgettable day with friends and family.
In the late morning, you’ll arrive at chilled music primed to ease you into the day’s energy. By the late afternoon, the tempo will pick up, and you’ll be celebrating a day of exciting racing to the backdrop of saxophone, DJs, and much more. With a wide range of food and drink across the racecourse, you’ll enjoy an incredible experience where everything you need is within reach.
The Brit Fest
Date: 5-7 July
Location: Ashley Hall Showground
The Brit Fest at Ashley Hall & Showground offers three days of the best British music with onsite accommodation available. Artists include Bonnie Tyler, Scouting For Girls, Kim Wilde, Heather Small, Nik Kershaw, Cast, Fleur East, and many more.
In addition to live music, the event showcases British culture, arts, fashion, food, drink, and classic cars, making it a unique festival experience.
Womanifest
Date: 6-7 July
Location: Cherry Orchard Farm
Womanifest is a festival focused on empowerment and well-being for women and teen girls. It is about creating a guilt-free army of strong women who step into their power, own their space, and make things happen. The festival includes educational and inspiring talks, workshops, activities, shopping, food, drink, pamper treatments, and entertainment.
Tatton Park Foodies Festival
Date: 12-14 July
Location: Tatton Park
Join the Tatton Park Foodies Festival for a celebration of top chefs, tasty food, delicious drinks, and live music. Watch MasterChef Champions, Michelin-starred and top local chefs cooking their signature summer recipes. Learn from Great British Bake Off stars, sample new wines, champagnes, and cocktails, and eat delicious street food from around the world.
Cheshire Steam Fair
Date: 13-14 July
Location: Daresbury
The Cheshire Steam Fair, established for over 30 years, is a main steam event in Cheshire. Featured attractions include Jez Avery’s Stunt Show, Ken Fox and his Team’s Wall of Death, Steam Engines, Classic Cars, Vintage Tractors, Classic Motorcycles, Fairground Organs, and more.
Moonlight Flicks
Date: Throughout July-August
Location: Grosvenor Park
Moonlight Flicks’ open-air cinema will find a new home at Grosvenor Park for the summer of 2024. Storyhouse will offer cinematic experiences with deckchairs, surround-sound headphones, a giant screen, wood-fired pizzas, and frozen cocktails. Movie highlights this year include The Greatest Showman and The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
RHS Flower Show Tatton Park
Date: 17-21 July
Location: Tatton Park
A fabulous day out with colorful gardening inspiration, fun family activities, workshops, and boutique shopping. Tatton Park hosts various garden categories, including Show, Feature, Terrace, and Young Designer Gardens.
Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre 2024
Date: Throughout July-August
Location: Grosvenor Park
Experience seven weeks of theatre, movie magic, comedy gigs, live music, and more at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre. This summer, “The Gangs of New York” will be staged, offering a tale of crime, corruption, and star-crossed lovers in 19th-century New York.
Macclesfield Festival
Date: 20 July
Location: Rugby Union Club
Macclesfield Festival is regarded as Cheshire’s ‘No1 Family Friendly Festival’. It features big names like Happy Mondays and Soul II Soul, kid’s activities, dance tents, and a giant funfair. It’s a highlight for Cheshire families and festival-goers from far and wide.
Congleton Pride
Date: 20 July
Location: High Street
Celebrate Congleton Pride’s 5th Birthday with a family fun day of love, acceptance, and diversity. This event promises to be filled with joy and celebration for everyone, regardless of who you are or whom you love.
The Nantwich Show
Date: 31 July
Location: Reaseheath College
The Nantwich Show is a fun family event packed with animals, a dog show, and plenty of entertainment. It has been an annual feature since 1897, growing from a small cheese show to the largest one-day agricultural event in the UK.
Enjoy the best summer events Cheshire has to offer!
