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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.
Add our 2024 fixtures and events to your calendar and never miss a race.
Thursday 14 November 2024
Thursday Night Raceday - The Final
The final fixture of our new Thursday Nights series sponsored by Betfair is the culmination of competition over seven races. Join us for a special evening celebraing all the winners.Illuminated under...
Thursday 05 December 2024
Christmas Racing
Celebrate the start of the festive season as Christmas comes to the Racecourse. At this time of year, enjoy all the thrill and excitement of racing under the dramatic lighting of our Racecourse,...
Friday 06 December 2024
Illuminate Christmas Party
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...
Saturday 07 December 2024
Illuminate Christmas Party
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,...
Thursday 12 December 2024
Christmas Racing
The height of the Christmas party season is here! Gather your friends, family or colleagues and join us for the penultimate race meeting of 2024. With extended opening hours, a festive drinks...
Friday 13 December 2024
Illuminate Christmas Party
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,...
Saturday 14 December 2024
Illuminate Christmas Party
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...
Thursday 19 December 2024
Christmas Racing
The final race of the 2024 season! Come celebrate Christmas with us at Chelmsford City Racecourse. At this time of year, enjoy all the thrill and excitement of racing under the dramatic lighting of...
Friday 20 December 2024
Illuminate Christmas Party
Due to high demand we're delighed to offer this additional Illuminate Christmas Party date.Bring your party, to the party and celebrate Christmas with friends, family or colleagues at Illuminate,...
Thursday 09 January 2025
Thursday Racing
The first meeting of 2025 marks the beginning of a new racing season and the celebration of ten years since the opening of Chelmsford City Racecourse. Experience thunderous excitement and...
Thursday 16 January 2025
Thursday Racing
Enjoy thrilling racing as the All-Weather Championships continue under Chelmsford's famous lights. All through January general admission entry is just £5.Come for the excitment and...
