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.

Add our 2024 fixtures and events to your calendar and never miss a race.

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.