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Discover the best events, festivals, and live entertainment across Chester and Wrexham

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From world-class racing at Chester Racecourse to intimate gigs at Storyhouse, discover what's happening across the Welsh-English Borderlands.

Chester Races
08
MAY-AUG
Featured
schedule 1:30pm - 6:00pm

Chester Races

The highlight of the summer. The historic Chester Cup attracts thousands for a day of world-class flat racing at the oldest racecourse in Britain. Dress to impress and enjoy champagne, fine dining, and thrilling sport.

location_on Chester Racecourse (The Roodee)
Wrexham AFC
01
AUG-APR
Football
schedule 3:00pm

Wrexham A.F.C Fixtures

Experience the electric atmosphere at the world's oldest international football stadium. Since the Hollywood takeover, Wrexham AFC has become a global phenomenon. Be part of the story at the SToK Cae Ras.

location_on Wrexham AFC (Racecourse Ground)
Live Music
14
AUG
schedule 7:30pm

Tom Jones + Nile Rogers & Chic - Come Gather Round

Bringing together two of the most influential names in music for a special night of live music at Chester Racecourse, featuring decades of era-defining hits.

location_on Chester Racecourse (The Roodee)
Comedy Night
12
APR
schedule 8:00pm

Chris McCausland: Yonks! 2026

You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Royal Variety, QI, Blankety Blank, The Last Leg and tons more as well. He's been called an "overnight success" - even though he's been doing this for bloody yonks!.

location_on William Aston Hall, Wrexham
Bangor-on-Dee Races
21
MAR-MAY
schedule 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Bangor-on-Dee Races

National Hunt racing at Britain's most charming small racecourse. Bangor-on-Dee offers an intimate, family-friendly racing experience in the Welsh countryside. No dress code, no stuffiness—just great sport and atmosphere.

location_on Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Focus Wales
08
MAY
Festival
schedule 3 Days

Focus Wales Festival

Wales' premier showcase festival celebrating the best new music. Three days of live performances across multiple Wrexham venues, featuring emerging artists and established acts. Industry professionals, music fans, and the curious all welcome.

location_on Various Venues, Wrexham

Featured Venues

Discover the region's premier entertainment destinations—from historic theatres to modern performance spaces.

Storyhouse Theatre

Storyhouse

Chester's award-winning cultural centre combining theatre, cinema, library, and restaurant. This beautiful venue hosts everything from West End productions to intimate live music, comedy, and family shows. The old Odeon cinema transformed into a modern cultural hub.

Theatre Cinema Live Music Restaurant
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William Aston Hall

William Aston Hall

Wrexham's premier entertainment venue with a 650-seat theatre and flexible event spaces. Hosting comedy, music, tribute acts, and conferences, this modern venue brings big names to North Wales. Part of Wrexham Glyndŵr University campus.

Comedy Music Theatre Events
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