Family · The Groves and Chester Meadows
Chester Raft Race 2026
Chester Raft Race 2026 is on Sunday 12 July, with free viewing from The Groves and an event village at Chester Meadows from 10am.
Sunday 12 July
10:00-16:30 · The Groves and Chester Meadows Listing checked Mon 8 Jun
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What it is
Chester Raft Race 2026 is a free spectator day on the River Dee. First rafts are due on the river at 10:00, with the final rafts expected by 12:30. The Meadows event village is listed as open from 10:00 until 16:30, with food, drink, rides, entertainment and awards.
Best for
Families who want a dated plan rather than a vague fallback.
Watch for
This event has passed and is kept here briefly for reference.
Before you go
Tickets
Free in the checked listing. Use the official page for booking, capacity or arrival rules.
Getting there
Garden Quarter & outskirts. Use the map link for the exact entrance before travelling.
On the day
List this as a public spectator day rather than a participant listing. The official FAQ recommends The Groves for watching and Chester Meadows for the event village.
This weekend
Planning Friday to Sunday?
Use the weekend planner for the tighter view: checked listings, day-by-day options and practical fallbacks.
Listed events can change, including scheduling, times, ticket status and entry rules. More than a month out is up-to-date-ish.