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Christmas in Chester 2024
Find all the best Christmassy things to do, see, eat and drink in Chester here
Chester's Christmas Light Switch Ons 2024
Chester and the surrounding areas will be twinkling with festive lights
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Chester's Christmas Markets 2024
Indulge in Christmas shopping, eating and drinking at Christmas markets
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The Lanterns at Chester Zoo 2024
Experience the magical illuminated journey of Chester Zoo's ever popular festive lanterns
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Christmas Shopping in Chester 2024
Make the most of festive and late night shopping this Christmas
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We’ve got Christmas in Chester all wrapped up for you to enjoy

There’s no better place to visit at this magical time of the year than the beautiful city of Chester as the city comes alive with the spirit of Christmas and good cheer with beautiful lights, wonderful things to do and delicious festive things to eat and drink wherever you turn.

We are all set to guide you through the best of what’s happening in Chester this Christmas so you can make the most of the festive season with fantastic outings, shopping, eating, drinking and merriment coming to Chester over the festive season.

Watch this space and find out all the latest Christmas in Chester updates as they happen on our definitive guide to what’s on for Christmas.

While you are visiting the city don’t forget to also enjoy the delicacies and warm welcome in Chester’s best eating and drinking spots and to make the most of the offers and deals they have for you through the Christmas period not to mention the fabulous places to enjoy fabulous cocktails.

Chester’s has the best restaurants to choose from with lots of child and family friendly options and we highly recommend you do some local Christmas shopping and check out all the festive menus available in the city while you’re out and about enjoying the lights.

All the best of Christmas in Chester

Choose from all the best festive things to do and see and places to eat, drink, party and enjoy in Chester this Christmas

Latest Christmas in Chester news

Jan 09
Christmas 2024 – Your Definitive Guide to Christmas in Chester

Christmas in Chester 2024 will be as spectacular as ever, so come and join us. Chester…

Dec 17
Treasure Hunt Starts and Ends at Chester Christmas Market

Offered all year round, Treasure Hunt Chester is an interactive game that helps…

Dec 16
Chester Attraction Celebrates the Season of Giving

Getting into the true spirit of Christmas, award-winning Chester attraction The Ice…

Dec 15
Iconic Animations Arriving in Chester for Christmas

Two of the most beloved British animated films will soon be screened in Chester for…

Dec 13
Chester Ice Cream Farm Offers Festive Treats

Tattenhall attraction The Ice Cream Farm’s Yuletide season is well underway with a…

Dec 08
Festive Films for Chester Arts Hub

The home of stage and screen in Chester, Storyhouse will be hosting an extensive…

Dec 06
Three Places to Meet Father Christmas in Chester

No festive season would be complete without meeting Father Christmas and Chester…

Dec 04
What makes Christmas in Chester special?

No city in England does Christmas quite like Chester. Its historic streets harken back…

Nov 30
Carols and Christmas Trees Coming to Chester Cathedral

A place of worship and a hub for the community loved by visitors and residents alike,…

Nov 28
Chester Castle to Host Special Festive Event

Chester landmark and national heritage building Chester Castle will soon be hosting a…

Nov 20
Festive Chester Charity Run Makes Welcome Return

Organiser and sponsors recently announced that Chester’s annual Santa Dash will once…

Nov 14
Chester Cathedral to Present Festive Classic

To welcome in the winter season, Chester Cathedral will be presenting a production of…