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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.
Thursday 18 June 2026
Ladies Day 2026
The most anticipated social event of the season is being reimagined, and made better than ever.For years, Ladies Day at Chelmsford has been a highlight of the racing calendar, but this year...
This July, trade the court for the course. The Queen Charlotte Stakes invites you to a day that captures the very best of the British summer, where the thrill of world-class competition meets the...
Cross The DJ takes you on a journey through the iconic decade of the 2000’s. The birth of pop-punk, dubstep, Natasha Bedingfield and a whole lot more. Whether you’re a Linkin Park fan, a...
Ditch the standard pub garden and reimagine your social plans. Summer Sessions brings you the perfect blend of horse racing, craft beers, and dance music. Start your evening soaking up the twilight...
After selling out in 2025, we’re excited to bring the Sky Bet Sunday Series back for 2026. It’s more than just a day at the races, it’s a summer sports event packed with fun for...
Ditch the predictable pub garden and turn up your summer plans. Summer Sessions brings together the electric mix of horse racing, craft beers, and dance-floor energy.Begin your evening in the Level...
Step beyond the usual and make this summer one to remember. Summer Sessions combines live racing, refreshing craft drinks, and uplifting DJ sets in one unforgettable evening.Ease into the night in...
Join us for a thrilling Thursday afternoon race fixture. As the sun shines, Chelmsford City Racecourse sets the stage for an action-packed day of top-class horse racing. Whether you're a seasoned...
Summer Sessions End of Summer Party with David Morales
Our Summer Sessions series comes to it's epic conclusion in our End of Summer Sessions Party. Experience a DJ set from a true titan of dance music. David Morales is a Grammy Award-winning DJ...
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...
Dance Through The Decades - A Journey through Hip Hop & RnB
Cross The DJ takes you on a journey through the last 5 decades of Hip Hop & RnB. Come on down and sip that Gin ‘n’ Juice, buckle up those Evisu jeans and brush that dirt off your...
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...
