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There are plenty of events happening in and around Chester this weekend. You can find a small selection of things to do below.

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Folklore, Witches & Druids: Between History and Myth - Books on the Walls - Friday 30 October

An event at Books on the Walls this Friday evening will discuss the curious relationship between plants, people and the supernatural.

Taking place from 6pm to 8pm, the talk will explore how healing herbs, poisonous plants and old remedies became entangled with witchcraft, folklore and strange beliefs.

Guests can expect a relaxed, chatty evening with drinks and nibbles, curious plant lore and plenty of book recommendations for anyone wanting to delve deeper.

Books will also be available for purchase at books on walls.

You can find more information and tickets here.

Chester Cells Tour - Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October

This Halloween weekend, guests can explore an old Victorian police station beneath Chester Town Hall.

Having launched this month, the brand new guided history tour will take visitors behind the scenes of crime and punishment in Chester.

Visitors will explore a labyrinth of rooms, including former police cells, and discover real-life stories about the people who were held within the historic walls.

The tour has been developed using local and national archive records, research by specialist historians and set designers, and first-hand accounts from people who worked in the former police station and magistrates' court.

Chester Cells is open every weekend and during the school holidays. The entrance can be found on Princess Street, under the old police lamp.

Tickets can be bought here, with each tour group holding up to 15 people.

Diwali festival - Chester city centre - Saturday 31 October

Chester will celebrate Diwali this weekend with a colourful street parade and traditional Indian dancing.

Organised by the Sanjhi Indian Association, the festival will take place on Saturday 31 October in the city centre.

A parade starting at 11.45 will kick off the celebrations on Watergate Street, before moving to Eastgate Street for a number of dance performances at 12.30pm.

Following the dances, the festival will continue at the Chester Unity Centre on Cuppin Street.

Various public workshops will be held between 2.30pm and 4pm, such as henna, face painting, Diya making, Diwali art, an Indian food stall and Indian craft stalls.

The Lord Mayor's 'Spooktacular Fireworks' - Chester Racecourse - Saturday 31 October

Chester Racecourse is set to host its annual fireworks display this weekend.

The Lord Mayor's 'Spooktacular Fireworks' event will take place on Saturday 31 October, offering an alternative to traditional trick-or-treating, as the racecourse is transformed into a carnival-themed space.

Alongside this year's firework display, which will be accompanied by a Halloween-themed soundtrack, there will be a range of Halloween activities - including rides on the open course, stilts walkers, and fire performers.

Children under five get free entry and adult tickets start at £10.

The annual event raises funds for a range of good causes across the region, selected by both the Lord Mayor and Chester Race Company.

You can find tickets here.

Chester Ghost Tour - Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October

Chester Ghost Tours will host two events this weekend, delivering creepy stories and insights about the historic city at night.

A description reads: "Our ghost tour guides will take you on a night-time journey around the eerie haunts of Chester's mysterious and murky past, where you will hear spine-chilling tales of ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night.

"Join your Chester Ghost Tour guide at 7.30pm outside the Town Hall Visitor Information Centre on Northgate Street to begin your eerie journey through Chester's haunted history."

Chester Ghost Tour Tickets can be purchased online or at the Town Hall Visitor Information Centre on Northgate Street.

Find tickets and more here.

Pre-Live Rooms gigs - The New Deva Tap

The New Deva Tap is offering 10% off your pre-gig food bill when you book tickets for any performance at Live Rooms Chester.

Designed for gig-goers heading to Live Rooms, this exclusive offer is gives you the chance to enjoy a relaxed pre-show meal just a short walk away in Chester city centre.

Shows happening this weekend include a 90s & 00s Halloween day party, a Depeche Mode Tribute Act, and a "huge emo Halloween party".

To claim the discount, simply book your tickets for any show at Live Rooms Chester, then reserve a table at The New Deva Tap. On arrival, you'll need to present your ticket confirmation to a member of the team to receive 10% off your food bill.

You can book your table by emailing [email protected], or calling 01244 950425.