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Events in Essex!
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 in Essex or fantastic festivals and events at our amazing Chelmsford location you are in the right place.
Popular Music, Food, and Festival Events at Our Essex Venue
As well as some of the best horseracing in the UK we are also proud to run a wide range of other events throughout the year too. From concerts to tribute acts, iconic music festivals like Clockstock as well as Food and Beer festivals, we always have exciting non-raceday events in our calendar. We are a venue that always impresses and brings exciting acts, concerts, and festivals to the area. Set to a beautiful backdrop of the Essex countryside, visitors and race attendees always have an amazing time at Chelmsford City Racecourse.
View our full event calendar below but be sure to check back to see what’s new and what coming up soon. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking for a night out in Essex, an evening race, live music, beer festivals or a big race day, we have you covered and so much more.
Monday 11 December 2023
Evening Racing
Make the most of the festive season and join us for a rare Monday evening of racing. The Sports Bar is an excellent place to spend a night with your colleagues or friends, indulging in food from the...
Thursday 14 December 2023
Evening Racing
Racing at the height of Christmas party season. Join us for a perfect night out near Chelmsford. With the thrill of racing under the floodlights and the prospect of cheering a winner home, the Sports...
Friday 15 December 2023
Illuminate Christmas Ball
Get festive this Christmas at Illuminate! The stunning winter-wonderland-themed marquee will instantly get you into the Christmas spirit. Savour a delicious three-course fine dining menu paired with...
Thursday 21 December 2023
Evening Racing
Join us for the last fixture of 2023, and the last Thursday before Christmas, as we present to you an exciting evening under the lights for the last time this year.
Thursday 11 January 2024
Floodlit Racing
The eagerly awaited first Thursday fixture at Chelmsford City Racecourse promises an exhilarating evening of floodlit racing. Racegoers will enjoy the adrenaline rush as they root for their...
Saturday 13 January 2024
Floodlit Racing
Racegoers will have the opportunity to enjoy thrilling horse races under the shimmering floodlights, placing bets and hoping for their chosen steeds to gallop to victory. It's not just about the...
Sunday 21 January 2024
Floodlit Racing
Join us for what will be a fantastic evening of racing, and a pioneering event on Sunday, January 21st, 2024. Chelmsford City Racecourse is the first course to run a groundbreaking initiative by the...
Thursday 01 February 2024
Floodlit Racing
Thursday nights are the biggest night of the week at Chelmsford City Racecourse. Join us for one of our spectacular fixtures, which make for a perfect evening out with friends, family or...
Friday 09 February 2024
Floodlit Racing
Mark your calendars for an electrifying evening of racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Friday, February 9th. As the week winds down, the thrill revs up under the dazzling floodlights. This Friday...
Thursday 15 February 2024
Floodlit Racing
Set the mood for a romantic Thursday evening on the 15th of February in The Club Restaurant & Lounge and The Fairwood Brasserie. Embrace the enchanting ambiance of post-Valentine's Day...
Saturday 24 February 2024
Floodlit Racing
Saturday nights here have an electric ambiance that's hard to match, making it the perfect destination to unwind, socialize, and revel in the joy of horse racing. With the company of friends,...