The Olympic Torch is set to arrive in Chester on Tuesday 29th May at 5.45pm! 14 torchbearers will be passing the torch through the city, each covering approximately 300 metres. Chester will come alive during the event with different roadside celebrations marking the route, including brass bands, dancers and acrobatic performers. The evening will culminate in a spectacular display of fireworks, special effects and specially composed music against a backdrop of the city walls.