Christmas at the racecourse

Festive Racedays

The racecourse is the perfect place to celebrate Christmas with your friends, family or colleagues. In December the racecourse is transformed with Christmas lights, trees and decorations, and for 2025 we're adding music after the racing so that you can continue your festive celebrations later into the evening.

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A Spectacular Christmas party

Illuminate Christmas Parties

Bring your party, to the party and celebrate Christmas at our spectacular shared Christmas parties. Enjoy a prosecco reception, a gourmet three-course Christmas Buffet, and half a bottle of wine. Before our DJ provides the soundtrack for a festive celebration that will have you dancing late into the night.

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Private Hire & Larger Businesses

Christmas Parties

Private Christmas parties are suitable for groups of more than 100 guests. We have a dedicated private events team who can help to plan your end-of-year celebration in one of our ten unique on-site venues.

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Celebrate Christmas at the Racecourse

Christmas and racing are synonymous, and after a hugely popular 2024 season, we’re excited to offer even more opportunities for you to celebrate the festive season with your friends, family and colleagues at our racecourse.

With packages to suit parties and budgets of all sizes, choose an unforgettable festive celebration at Chelmsford City Racecourse this December.

FROM £79

Illuminate Christmas Party

Bring your party, to the party of the year and celebrate Christmas at Illuminate, the ultimate shared Christmas Party. In the picturesque surroundings of the racecourse, illuminated by twinkling Christmas lights, our stunning Christmas themed marquee will instantly get you into the festive spirit.

Our Christmas party package includes:
• A welcome drink reception
• Gourmet three-course Christmas buffet
• Half a bottle of wine per guest
• DJ and disco
• Complimentary tea and coffee
• Car and coach parking

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FROM JUST £15

Christmas at the Races

We believe that our Christmas racing fixtures are the perfect way to celebrate the festive season with friends, family and colleagues. Enjoy all the thrills and excitement of racing under the dramatic lighting of our racecourse, at this time of the year when the racecourse is illuminated by Christmas lights, decorations and festivities. However you’re looking to celebrate we have something that will work for you.

With extended opening hours, a festive drinks menu, Christmas carols and a disco in the Sports Bar, you’ll have everything you need for an unforgettable night out that will instantly get you into the festive spirit.

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FROM £69

Private Christmas Parties

Experience the enchantment of Christmas at the racecourse, where the breathtaking track, restaurants, and marquees are adorned with festive decorations and illuminated by twinkling lights, creating an idyllic setting for your festivities. If you’re seeking a more exclusive and private party experience for your large celebration, we offer a selection of spaces and skilled event planners dedicated to bringing your Christmas party vision to fruition

Our Illuminate Christmas Party (from £79pp) is available to book privately, whilst Christmas Raceday Parties are a unique opportunity to combine the festivities of a Christmas party with the excitement of racing.

We are now taking Christmas party bookings for December 2025, so if you’re interested in one of our private Christmas packages or want to discuss something more bespoke, get in touch today.

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