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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 at the races in Essex or fantastic festivals and events at our amazing Chelmsford location you are in the right place.
Monday 02 November 2026
Thursday Nights
Elevate your midweek plans with Thursday Night Racing. A relaxed setting, quality drinks and live sporting drama combine for a refined evening out. Watch every stride from trackside and unwind as the...
Looking for something different this week? Thursday Night Racing offers live sport, great food and a vibrant atmosphere in one easy evening out. Arrive after work, enjoy the racing, and stay as the...
Cross The DJ takes you from the early days of UK Garage right up to the modern era of Disclosure. two-steppers assemble! Relive the music and magic of your favourite decades with our brand-new...
Celebrate the season with a day at the races. Christmas Racedays combine thrilling live racing with festive food, winter drinks and a lively atmosphere perfect for gathering friends, family or...
Looking for a Christmas party with a difference? Swap the usual dinner and disco for fresh air, festive cheer and live sporting drama. Enjoy seasonal treats, raise a glass trackside and celebrate...
Bring your party, to the party and celebrate Christmas with friends, family or colleagues at Illuminate, the ultimate shared Christmas Party. In the picturesque surroundings of the racecourse,...
Step into the spirit of the season at our Christmas Racedays. With winter warmers in hand and a buzzing crowd around you, experience the magic of racing alongside classic festive touches. Whether...
Illuminate your festive season with a Christmas party designed to impress. Stylish surroundings, atmospheric lighting and beautifully curated dining create the perfect setting for an evening of...
Searching for a Christmas party that stands out from the usual dinner-and-disco? Illuminate offers a contemporary twist on festive celebrations, combining immersive lighting, great entertainment and...
Bring your Christmas plans to life with racing, drinks and festive fun. From the anticipation before the first race to celebrations after the last, Christmas Racedays deliver atmosphere from start to...
