Chelmsford Events

Discover upcoming events in Chelmsford, Essex. Find local live music, comedy, family days out, theatre, festivals, markets, food and drink events and things to do nearby.

Pete Bruntnell

September 24, 2026

28 Viaduct Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1TS, UK, Chelmsford, GB

The Incureables

September 25, 2026

28 Viaduct Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1TS, UK, Chelmsford, GB

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Things To Do in Chelmsford

Dovetail Events helps people discover what is on in Chelmsford, from live music and comedy nights to theatre, family attractions, festivals, markets, food and drink events and community days out. New events are added regularly, so this page is designed to stay useful for both local residents and visitors planning a day out in Essex.

Use the event listings above to find upcoming dates, then explore related town, county and category pages to discover more things to do nearby.

Featured Things To Do in Chelmsford

Explore local attractions, activities and days out from the Dovetail directory. These listings are matched to Chelmsford using the directory town, address and local area data, so town pages stay focused on genuinely local things to do.


Marsh Farm

Attractions & Things To Do

Marsh Farm

📍 Marsh Farm Rd, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5WP, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 5WP

Visit Marsh Farm in Chelmsford for a top tourist attraction, one of the best animal parks in Essex and a…

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Popular Event Types in Chelmsford

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Events Near Chelmsford

If there are not many events listed directly in Chelmsford yet, check nearby towns and wider Essex pages. This helps you find local days out without missing events just outside the town.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What events are on in Chelmsford?

You can find live music, comedy, theatre, family days out, festivals, markets and community events on Dovetail Events. Listings are updated regularly as new events are added.

How do I find events near Chelmsford this weekend?

Use the event listings on this page or visit the This Weekend and Events This Week pages to browse upcoming events by date.

Can I submit an event in Chelmsford?

Yes. Organisers, venues, promoters and community groups can submit events to Dovetail Events using the submit event page.

Hosting an Event in Chelmsford?

Promote your concert, festival, market, theatre show, charity event, family day out or community event to people searching for things to do in Chelmsford.

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