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Throughout the year Chelmsford City Racecourse hosts a variety of exciting events and nights out outside of our racing programme along with all our highly popular racing events. Whether you are looking for a night out at the races in Essex or fantastic festivals and events at our amazing Chelmsford location you are in the right place.
Add our 2025 fixtures and events to your calendar and never miss a race.
Saturday 30 August 2025
Armand Van Helden - Summer Sessions Closing Party
Legendary DJ and music producer Armand Van Helden will bring his signature sound and energy to Chelmsford for our famous end-of-summer party, headlining the final night of Summer Sessions..The...
Thursday 11 September 2025
Thursday Afternoon Racing
Join us for this afternoon fixture starting at 2pm. Enjoy an afternoon of thrilling racing in the comfort of our Sports Bar or choose an early dinner in one of our restaurants.Whether you're a...
Thursday 18 September 2025
Thursday Nights
Our Thursday Nights series, combine the best of racing that will make your Thursday Night complete. Having a get-together with friends for a birthday or celebration or just for a get-together...
Thursday 02 October 2025
Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair
We have partnered by the brilliant team at Betfair to bring you even more amazing racing!Embrace the enchantment of floodlit October racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Thursday evenings...
Thursday 09 October 2025
Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair
We have partnered by the brilliant team at Betfair to bring you even more amazing racing!Embrace the enchantment of floodlit October racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Thursday evenings...
Thursday 16 October 2025
Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair
We have partnered by the brilliant team at Betfair to bring you even more amazing racing!Embrace the enchantment of floodlit October racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Thursday evenings...
Thursday 23 October 2025
Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair
We have partnered by the brilliant team at Betfair to bring you even more amazing racing!Embrace the enchantment of floodlit October racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Thursday evenings...
Thursday 30 October 2025
Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair
We have partnered by the brilliant team at Betfair to bring you even more amazing racing!Embrace the enchantment of floodlit October racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Thursday evenings...
Sunday 02 November 2025
Fireworks Spectacular
The best fireworks display in Essex. Our spectacular display welcomes visitors from near and far.Join us this for a fun-filled evening of dazzling fireworks, fantastic amusements, and delicious food...
Thursday 06 November 2025
Thursday Nights Sponsored by Betfair
We have partnered by the brilliant team at Betfair to bring you even more amazing racing!Embrace the enchantment of floodlit November racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Thursday evenings...
Saturday 15 November 2025
Dance Through The Decades - A journey into disco
Cross The Dj takes you on a journey through the iconic era of Disco. The 1970’s and 1980’s gave us iconic artists such as Chic, Sister Sledge, Boney M and many more, leading into the...