Chester Winter Watch Parade

Name: Chester Winter Watch Parade
Start: 2026-12-03
End: 2026-12-03
Location: City centre streets and Town Hall Square, Chester

Historical festival · Chester · 3 December 2026

Note: the 2026 date is not yet officially confirmed – please check with the organiser before visiting.

When3 December 2026

WhereCity centre streets and Town Hall Square, Chester, CH1 2HS Chester

TypeHistorical festival

The Chester Winter Watch Parade is a torch-lit procession through the city's historic streets that re-enacts the medieval tradition of the City Watch guarding Chester at Christmas. Costumed characters, giant puppets, drummers and street performers lead the parade, which is usually held on a Thursday evening in early December.

Official organiser website

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