Autumn racing

Betfair Thursday Nights

Betfair Thursdays are back and better than ever with not only exceptional racing but entertainment for everyone after racing, including a disco, karaoke and more including our legendary chilli eating competition back for another hot year. Come on down for an incredible autumn of racing.

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2nd November 2025

Fireworks Spectacular

Chelmsford City Racecourse’s Bonfire Night is back – enjoy breathtaking fireworks set to music, thrilling rides, delicious street food, and buzzing bars with live DJs. Book tickets now.

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Christmas at the Races

Get ready for the festive season with Chelmsford City Racecourse and book a Christmas raceday or party with us. With more dates to choose from this year, there is so much on offer, view dates and book today.

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The ultimate shared Christmas party in Essex

Illuminate Christmas Parties

Hosted in the picturesque surroundings of the racecourse, illuminated by Christmas lights, our stunning Christmas themed marquee will instantly get you and your friends into the festive spirit.

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18th September

Thursday Night Racing

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2nd October

Thursday Nights Sponsored By Betfair

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9th October

Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair

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16th October

Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair

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23rd October

Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair

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30th October

Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair

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2nd November

Fireworks Spectacular

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6th November

Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair

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26th November

Wednesday Racing

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27th November

Christmas Raceday

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4th December

Christmas Raceday

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11th December

Christmas Raceday

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18th December

Christmas Raceday

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2nd April

Easter Thursday

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3rd April

Good Friday Racing

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Hospitality

Elevate Your Raceday Experience

Take your raceday to the next level by joining us in our ever-popular Fairwood Brasserie for an unlimited four course carvery that will keep you coming back or our premier hospitality spot.

We also have on offer The Club Restaurant & Lounge which gives you world-class 5 course tasting menu, with panoramic views of the entire racecourse, providing you the perfect night of fine-dining and excellent racing.

We pride ourselves on sourcing the finest local produce and delivering friendly service, offering some of the best value hospitality in British sport. Our team are on-hand to make yours and your guests’ raceday a memorable one.

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DON'T MISS A THING

Enjoy 12 Months of Racing for £99

If you’re not yet a regular visitor, the Annual Pass makes it easy to become one. Make racing a regular fixture on your social calendar at just £2.50 per vist, you can enjoy more nights out, more time with friends, more action, more winners, and more memories. You’ll also receive a free racecard on each visit, access to reciprocal racedays and sporting fixtures, and six guest passes to bring friends and family.

It’s racing without barriers. Get your annual pass today!

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Best Racecourse in Essex

Horse racing is the second largest spectator sport in the UK and is intertwined with British culture and identity. Chelmsford City Racecourse, which opened in 2015, quickly has become one of the busiest racecourses in the UK and continues to be a number one choice among racegoers.

The racecourse is set in the stunning Essex countryside, nearby to London. If you’re looking for a racecourse to visit whilst you’re in London, Chelmsford City Racecourse is one of the best. Chelmsford City Racecourse offers horseracing all year round, has some of the best restaurants in Essex, is an event venue for many occasions and hosts exciting concerts and festivals. View the range of events we have coming up and plan your visit to one of the UK’s finest racecourses set in Essex now.