Wilmslow Set to Sizzle This Summer with an Unmissable Line-Up of Events

From free live music and buzzing street food markets to creative workshops and family fun, Wilmslow is shaping up to be Cheshire’s go-to summer destination. With the weather forecast looking glorious and highs of 27 degrees predicted, there’s no better time to soak up the sunshine, support local businesses, and enjoy the best of what Wilmslow has to offer.

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Wilmslow Live 2025 Sponsored by Orbit Developments

The headline event of the season, Wilmslow Live 2025, proudly sponsored by Orbit Developments, returns on Saturday 21st June, transforming Bank Square into a stage for sensational live performances, pop-up food zones, and family-friendly entertainment. The event runs from 12pm to 7pm and is completely free to attend.

Main Stage Line-up (Bank Square):

12:00 – The RockerFellas (45 mins)
13:00 – Nancy Uke (45 mins)
14:00 – Siren Sounds Choir (25 mins)
14:45 – Liam Paul (60 mins)
16:00 – Sax Goddess (45 mins)
17:00 – Apollo (50 mins)
18:00 – Black Sheep Lad (60 mins)

Buskers PA (Aura Bar):

13:00 – Liam Paul (25 mins)
14:00 – Nancy Uke (45 mins)
15:00 – Sax Goddess (45 mins)

Expect street food stalls sponsored by Langricks Accountancy, balloon modelling, mini golf, stilt walkers, glitter artists, face painters and more. For full details visit wilmslowswaybetter.co.uk/events/wilmslow-live-2025.

More Unmissable Events This Summer

Wilmslow Festival of Writing

Saturday 5th July, Guild for Lifelong Learning

A celebration of storytelling, creativity, and the written word with workshops and talks open to all.

Summer Reading Challenge: Story Garden

Starting 5th July, Wilmslow Library

A nature-themed challenge packed with activities including an apothecary shop, insect sessions, crafts, Lego building, and illustration workshops.

Wilmslow Artisan Market

19th July & 16th August, Alderley Road

Over 120 top traders offering delicious food, local crafts, fashion, art and more.

Wilmslow Street Fest

27th June & 29th August, Bank Square

An evening of incredible street food and music from 5pm to 9pm.

Glastonbury Screening Party

27th June, Smoke

Watch The 1975’s Glastonbury set on the big screen in style.

Pizza Workshops at Wood Fire Smoke

Launching for the school holidays

Kids can make their own pizzas and design custom pizza boxes.

Live Music Galore:

Weekly performances at:

Mucky Pup (Fri-Sun)
Smoke (Thurs-Fri)
King William (Sundays)
The Swan (Fridays, Saturdays, monthly karaoke)
Suburban Green (Danny McCabe 19th June, Mike Braye 21st June)
Wine Cellar Champagne Bar (Stizz, 21st June)
Aura Bar (Buskers PA performances)

Special Gigs on 21st June:

The Bet Shop Boys at The Swan
Tony Alone at King William
The Craickers & DJ Gino at Mucky Pup

July 2025 – What’s On in Wilmslow

📚 Saturday 5th July – Wilmslow Festival of Writing

Held at The Guild for Lifelong Learning, this day-long celebration of storytelling, creativity and the written word is not to be missed. More info here

🌱 Starting 5th July – Summer Reading Challenge at Wilmslow Library

Children can join the Story Garden and take part in a wide range of free library activities, including crafting, illustration workshops, interactive animal and insect sessions, and more. Funded by Wilmslow Town Council.

🍕 Throughout July – Kids Make Your Own Pizza at Wood Fire Smoke

Children can get creative designing their own pizza boxes and making their own pizzas – perfect for school holiday fun.

🎶 Saturday 19th July – Wilmslow Artisan Market

A popular fixture on the calendar, the market features 120 quality artisan traders right in the town centre on Alderley Road.

🎸 Live Music & Food Every Weekend

The Swan: Live music every Friday & Saturday, karaoke on the last Sunday, and BBQs in the beer garden from 12pm.
The Mucky Pup: Live music Friday to Sunday.
Smoke: Live music every Thursday and Friday.
King William: Live singer every Sunday.
Jerk Junction: Caribbean Sunday Roast every week.

August 2025 – What’s On in Wilmslow

🛍 Saturday 16th August – Wilmslow Artisan Market

Back again with top artisan traders along Alderley Road.

🌮 Friday 29th August – Wilmslow Street Fest

Bank Square, 5–9pm. A buzzing evening with top street food vendors and local live musicians. Great atmosphere, great flavours – not to be missed.

🎨 All August – Kids’ Activities at Wilmslow Library

Expect pop-up apothecary shops, creative workshops, animal encounters, Lego building, and more! Keep an eye on their Facebook page for dates.

🍕 Kids Make Your Own Pizza Sessions at Wood Fire Smoke

Continues through the summer holidays – let your little chefs get hands-on in the kitchen.

🎵 Regular Weekend Events

The Swan: Live music (Fri/Sat), karaoke (last Sun), plus BBQs from noon.
The Mucky Pup: Music every weekend.
Smoke: Tunes every Thurs and Fri.
King William: Sunday singers.
Jerk Junction: Caribbean roasts every Sunday.

Don’t Miss Out

Wilmslow is bursting with energy this summer, offering something for everyone. Whether you’re here for the music, the food, the shopping or simply the atmosphere, Wilmslow is the place to be. Bookmark wilmslowswaybetter.co.uk and follow us on socials for all the latest updates and events. Let’s make summer 2025 one to remember!