Things to Do in Chelmsford
235+ events and activities happening in Chelmsford. From live music and theatre to free family days out.
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Crochet Improvers class
📍 Franklins
£27.80
FREESeptember Community Creatives Workshop - King George's Playing Fields
📍 King George's Playing Fields
Langdon Nature Tots (Wednesday)
📍 Langdon Nature Discovery Park (new)
£10.35 - £50.87
FREEEssex Roller Derby New Skater Intake
📍 Hylands School
The Hot Box Big Music Quiz
📍 The Hot Box
FREEIn Person: Adopt Digital – Getting Started & Working Smarter
📍 Arise Chelmsford Innovation Hub
Chelmsford Rock Choir
FREEShenfield High School Open Evening (Headteacher's presentation at 5.00pm)
📍 Shenfield High School
FREEHerts & Essex High School Secondary Transfer Open Evening 2026
📍 The Hertfordshire & Essex High School and Science College
Highest Primzahl On Mars/Deviant Amps/Arcane Allies
📍 Hotbox Skate Shop
From £14.50
SOLD OUTWomen Owned Essex Sept Meetup - Chelmsford
📍 Cheerful Chai
Sold out at source
SOLD OUTCounty Networking Club
📍 Chelmsford County Hall
Sold out at source
Floating Sound Bath
📍 PENNY HOMES LTD
£40.00 - £70.00
The Music Of Oasis by Candlelight
📍 Chelmsford Cathedral
From £14.50
Speed Dating in Chelmsford | Ages 30-45
📍 The Courtyard
Katona Twins - Alhambra Inspirations Chelmsford
📍 Christ Church
£20.21 - £25.63
Running Strength Seminar
📍 Unique Training Club
Beginners Coaching session - 08.30am Bog Grove
📍 Bog Grove
From £10.00
FREEMove for Mental Health - National Fitness Day with Move Essex
📍 Promenade Park
Essex Exchange of Learning Event
📍 Highwood Village Hall Highwood Road
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines - Classroom - Chelmsford
📍 The Chelmsford Club
Beginners’ Warm Glass Workshop
📍 The Stables
Country by Candlelight
📍 Chelmsford Cathedral
From £14.50
Smiley Culture Presents: SHADES OF RHYTHM
📍 Acanteen
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What free things are there to do in Chelmsford?▾
There are many free events in Chelmsford — from outdoor festivals and markets to art exhibitions, community workshops and street performances. Check our free events page for the latest no-cost activities.
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Chelmsford has plenty of family-friendly events including children's theatre, outdoor festivals, science workshops, arts and crafts sessions, and community events suitable for all ages.
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