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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.
Add our 2024 fixtures and events to your calendar and never miss a race.
Thursday 19 September 2024
Floodlit Racing
Experience the magic of Thursday evening racing on September 19th at Chelmsford City Racecourse. As the sun sets and the floodlights take over, it's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the...
Saturday 28 September 2024
Oktoberfest Racing
Get ready for a day of Bavarian bliss and thrilling horse racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse's Oktoberfest on 28th September 2024!Join us for traditional beer tents, live oompah band the...
Thursday 03 October 2024
Floodlit Racing
Embrace the enchantment of floodlit October racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse on Thursday evenings. As the autumn nights draw in, the track lights up with excitement, providing the perfect setting...
Thursday 10 October 2024
Floodlit Racing
Experience the exhilaration of the second Thursday evening of racing this October. As autumn brings cooler evenings, the Sports Bar, Fairwood Brasserie and The Club Restaurant & Loung are...
Saturday 12 October 2024
Floodlit Racing
Kickstart your October weekends with the first of two evenings of exhilarating Saturday racing at Chelmsford City Racecourse. As the sun sets and the floodlights take center stage, prepare for a...
Thursday 17 October 2024
Floodlit Racing
Thursday evening racing always promises to be a spectacular event, combining the allure of night racing with the crisp October air. Whether you're a passionate racing fan or simply looking for an...
Saturday 26 October 2024
Floodlit Racing
Saturday evenings are the perfect time to kick back and enjoy a night at the races. General Admission tickets offer you access to the Sports Bar and Grill Kitchen, which serve refreshing draught beer...
Thursday 31 October 2024
Floodlit Racing
Join us for the last Thursday evening racing of October at Chelmsford City Racecourse. Whether you're a racing enthusiast or simply looking for an exciting night out, our Thursday evening event...
Thursday 07 November 2024
Floodlit Racing
Prepare for a thrilling evening of Thursday racing on November 7th under the captivating floodlights at Chelmsford City Racecourse. As the night unfolds, the track comes alive with excitement,...
Saturday 09 November 2024
Remembrance Raceday - Floodlit Racing
Join us as we honour the heroes of the past at our special Remembrance raceday, which promises to be an unforgettable day of thrilling races and patriotic celebrations. We dedicate this raceday to...
Thursday 14 November 2024
Floodlit Racing
As the nights grow longer, the floodlights cast a captivating glow over the track, setting the stage for an electrifying atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned racing enthusiast or simply seeking...
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.
