Experience the Chester Christmas Market in the heart of the city!* Traditional wooden chalets surrounding the iconic sparkling tree, discover unique, locally made produce and with handmade crafts, jewellery, accessories and stocking fillers. You’re sure to find the perfect presents at the market and acorss Chester high street and rows. Pair your trip to the Christmas Market with some shopping […]

Head to Chester's iconic Storyhouse for mulled wine, spiced apple and roast chestnuts outside within throwing distance of Chester's Christmas Market. Thursday 5-8pm Friday 5-8pm Saturday 12pm-8pm Sunday 12pm-8pm Choirs and Musica are part of the Christmas & New Year program at Storyhouse See ALL the Christmas in Chester activities here!

Chester Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival This delightful family event has over 50 Christmas trees each decorated with unique baubles and handmade ornaments that sparkle and shimmer. Location: Chester Cathedral Time: Saturday 27 November to Tuesday 4 January 2022. Cost: FREE, donations welcome More infomation here. See the ALL Christmas in Chester activities here!

Those mavericks at Chester's Award winning Market Hall are extending their hours this December in the lead up to Christmas. Mon – Thurs: 8-5pm Fri & Sat 8-10pm Sun: 11-5pm NOTE: Chester Market Hall will be closed from 25th – 28th Dec. Open again from 29th - 31st Dec. Closed 1st – 3rd Jan and open again 4th January. And […]

What would Christmas be like is Scrooge didn't get the message? Head to Chester's newest attraction - Sick to Death - for a Grotty Grotto experience where Christmas tales aren't so jolly. Open from 1st-23rd Dec plus evenings from 6-9pm on Dec 9th -11th and 26th - 18th. Normal entry tickets are required. No need to pre-book. Adults £6, Children […]

Lanterns light up Chester city centre alongside the Queen of Light puppet joined by school children carrying their own handmade lanterns. Location: Parade beings at Town Hall and loops through the City. See Route Map Here. Time: 7:00pm Cost: FREE Image Credit: Mark Carline See ALL the Christmas in Chester activities here!

Oliver Twist The team behind last year’s smash A Christmas Carol are bringing their irreverent and riotous take on the Dickens classic to Storyhouse in Chester city centre. Location: Storyhouse Time: 4th December - 16th January Cost: £18 - £33.50 More information is available here.  See the ALL Christmas in Chester activities here!

Head to Storyhouse for a series of festive film screenings including: The Polar Express (U), Sat 4th - Sun 5th Dec CBeebies Christmas Show 2021: The Night Before Christmas, Sat 4th - Sun 5th Dec ROH Live: The Nutcracker, Thu 9th Dec A Boy Called Christmas (PG), Fri 10th - Sun 12th Dec The Nightmare Before Christmas, Sat 11th Dec […]

Drop in for a mulled wine or a hot chocolate and soak up the festive atmosphere with choirs, music and brass bands at Storyhouse. Sun 5 Dec 7pm Kitchen Deva Flute Ensemble Fri 10 Dec 6.00pm Kitchen Tattenhall Singers Sat 11 Dec 12.30pm Kitchen Rock Choir Sun 12 Dec 12pm Kitchen Chester Big Band Fri 17 Dec 7pm Kitchen Decibellas […]

Join one of Chester's most anticipated events in the December calendar and support two great local charities, The Hospice of the Good Shepherd and the Countess Charity. This event now in its 10th year promises to be a great as ever with thousands of Santa's taking to the streets of Chester. You can run on your own, as a family, with […]

Don’t miss the Taste Cheshire Christmas Market at Chester's Grosvenor Shopping Centre. Running from 9th-12th  December stalls will be packed with great local products and everything you need for the perfect Cheshire Christmas! From handmade Christmas Decorations to chocolate, preserves and spirits - start filling up your stockings ready for Christmas. And don't forget to book into Santa's Enchanted Grotto, […]

Watch the Lord of Misrule and his ghoulish friends hit the cobbles for a riotous romp with a mischievous coterie of fire breathers, devils, skeletons, ice queens, Jack Frosts as the procession dances through the city centre. Location: Town Hall then loops around the City Centre. See Route Map Here. Time: 7:00pm Cost: FREE Image Credit: Mark Carline See ALL […]

Watch the Lord of Misrule and his ghoulish friends hit the cobbles for a riotous romp with a mischievous coterie of fire breathers, devils, skeletons, ice queens, Jack Frosts as the procession dances through the city centre. Location: Town Hall then loops around the City Centre. See Route Map Here. Time: 7:00pm Cost: FREE Image Credit: Mark Carline

Make it a Christmas to remember on Saturday 18 December 2021 with a special screening of family favourite The Snowman accompanied by a magnificent live orchestra.  A safe event for families of all ages. On-sale now.  Book now!

Chester's award winning Storyhouse are taking over the Carriage Shed at Chester Railway Station for five days of festive movie magic, right before the big day! Wrap up warm with mulled wine, mince pies and hot dogs for a Christmas classic. Films at Carriage Shed this Christmas: Saturday 18 December, 4.30pm: Elf (PG) Saturday 18 December, 7.45pm: Love Actually (15) Sunday 19 December, 4.30pm: Home Alone (PG) […]

The teamed at The Hotel Chester have teamed up with Santa Clause himself, to bring your little ones a truly magical Christmas experience. Book your appointment with Santa in a few simple steps: Choose a service, pick your date and time, and fill in your details.  Happy Christmas! BOOK NOW See ALL the Christmas in Chester activities here!

Opera stars Belle Voci return to Chester Cathedral with their annual Christmas classical extravaganza on 20th December. This astonishing duo will be joined by sublime vocalists and musicians and will wow you with their unparalleled operatic blend of the classic and contemporary. This evening is the perfect way to celebrate a magical Christmas in mesmerising surroundings whilst enjoying the first-class […]