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At Chelmsford City Racecourse, we host a wide range of events throughout the year, but some are especially close to our hearts. These special days give us the opportunity to welcome members of our community to the racecourse free of charge, including children living with autism, local unpaid carers, and veterans. For more information see below.




At Chelmsford City Racecourse, charity is at the heart of everything we do
Throughout the year, we proudly host a wide range of events — from exciting racedays to meaningful community gatherings — all in support of incredible causes. As we celebrate our 10-year anniversary in 2025, we’re dedicating each month to a different charity, shining a spotlight on organisations such as the RDA and Dementia UK.
Our calendar is filled with heartfelt and inclusive events, such as our Time for Tea day, where we welcome dementia patients to enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the racecourse, complete with tea, cake, and good company. On July 1st, during our celebrated Queen Charlotte Stakes raceday, we’ll also be opening our gates to children with autism, offering a safe and welcoming environment to experience the thrill of racing.
One of our proudest moments each year is our award-winning Remembrance Raceday, where we honour our veterans and fallen heroes. Veterans are invited to attend for free, joining us in a touching tribute to those who served.
With a full year of meaningful moments ahead, we invite you to explore our events and discover how you can be part of something truly special.
2026 Community Events
Friday 2nd January – Family Trivia Fundraiser and ‘A Second Chance to Give’
Tuesday 17th March – ‘Time for a Cuppa’ in aid of Dementia UK
Thursday 9th April – Autism in Racing
Thursday 4th June – Unpaid Carers Raceday
Thursday 6th August – Charity Gala Dinner
Monday 2nd November – Remembrance Raceday
Friday 02 January 2026
New Year Afternoon Racing & Quiz
Kick off 2026 in style as we launch our exciting new racing season and celebrate the start of the new year! To make racing accessible to all, General Admission tickets to this fixture are FREE....



