Monday 7 July – Friday 11 July 2025

A weeklong celebration of neurodiversity, inclusion and the talents of those living with a disability.

Storyhouse, Exchange Square and across Chester

What is Kaleidoscope Festival?
Storyhouse’s hugely popular Kaleidoscope Festival returns this July with another exciting programme.

Kaleidoscope Festival is a weeklong programme of performances, events, workshops, and activities that are programmed specifically for and by the learning-disabled community.

This year’s festival kicks off with our annual Chester Disability Pride Parade on Monday 7 July, followed by a week of events and performances, including the first-ever Kaleidoscope Disability Awards ceremony.