Things to do in Chelmsford

Paul Merton & Suki Webster's Improv Show

Fast, fabulously funny improvised games, scenes, stories and laugh out loud surrealism.An hour of sensational improvised comedy hosted by two of the UK’s master…

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

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Christopher Hall: Pizazz

Showman, Jester, Attention Chaser, come with Chris on the ultimate hometown holiday night out.

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

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Murder Trial Tonight V: Death in the Family

Murder Trial Tonight returns after four previous sold-out seasons with its most gripping case yet.Murder Trial Tonight V: Death in the Family brings a chilling…

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

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Chelmsford Careers Fair

Meet local and national employers face-to-face at the Chelmsford Careers Fair. Free entry for candidates.

County Hotel, Chelmsford

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Larry Dean: Hellbent

Recently married, emotionally feral.The Gallus Glaswegian Goon returns with a riotous show about refusing to grow up.As seen on SNL, Live at the Apollo, QI and…

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Vivaldi Four Seasons by Candlelight

Experience Vivaldi’s iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before.

Chelmsford Cathedral, Chelmsford

Vivaldi Four Seasons at Christmas

Celebrate the season with Vivaldi's iconic masterpiece The Four Seasons, brought to life as you've never heard it before.This vivid and revolutionary work captu…

Chelmsford Cathedral, Chelmsford

Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Christmas

Programme to include:Handel Overture to Messiah Corelli Christmas Concerto Torelli Christmas Concerto Bach Violin Concerto in A minor Vivaldi The Four SeasonsTo…

Chelmsford Cathedral, Chelmsford

Jeff Innocent: Leaning in

Following on from his smash hit debut tour and comedy special ‘Smart Casual’, Jeff Innocent returns with an all new hour of standup.

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Ed Byrne: No Dramas

Ed just wants to live a life free of hassles or drama.He feels he’s earned it, but the world has other plans for him.

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Mike Wozniak: The Bench

New stand-up tour show from Mike Wozniak in which a story about a bench will be prominent.

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Ward Thomas

Ward Thomas could tell that change was afoot from the moment they wrote Cartwheels, now the punch-to-the-stomach title track of their sensational second album.

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

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John Kearns: Tilting At Windmills

Tilting at Windmills, the brand-new stand-up show from Taskmaster alumni and double Edinburgh Comedy Award Winner, John Kearns, is extending into 2027.A fragmen…

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

MC Hammersmith - Hippity Hoppity Get Off My Property

He presents an hour of improvised comedy raps based on your suggestions. Featuring brand-new routines for 2026!

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Francis Rossi

One of Britain's most loved and influential musicians takes to the road again with a brand new show entitled The Francis Rossi Songbook: Quo – Past, Present, Fu…

Cramphorn Theatre, Chelmsford

Aurie Styla: Maverick

Aurie Styla is one of the most naturally charismatic and hilarious comedians around.

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Julian Clary: Fully Dilated

Are you ready for some filth? Good!I’m going to be talking about things on this tour that would get me flogged in Dubai.

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Paul Foot: the Future

Pioneering alt-comedy hero and star of Cats Does Countdown Paul Foot is back on tour with a brand new stand-up show.Remember when people were excited for the fu…

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Thomas Green: Brainstorm

One of Australia's best exports, Thomas Green storms back onto the stage to electrify audiences with a brand new hour, following his sell-out debut tour.

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Mc Hammersmith: Ice Ice Nepo Baby

MC Hammersmith (posh West London’s leading freestyle rapper with over half a billion views online) presents his new show: “Ice Ice Nepo Baby”.When MC Hammersmit…

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Riona O Connor & Olga Thompson: Middle Rage

Fasten your bra straps and brace yourself for Middle Rage, a night of feel good comedy catharsis where savagely funny songs, hilarious characters and real life…

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Run Away Halloween 2026

Bank Holiday Sat 29 + 30 May 2027 @ Chelmsford Racecourse, Essex with this MASSIVE LINE UP

Chelmsford City Racecourse, Chelmsford

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Run Away Halloween - Paid Buses & Car Park Tickets

This page is for paid bus routes and car park tickets. The shuttle bus from Chelmsford Station & back is FREE and does not require a ticket

Chelmsford City Racecourse, Chelmsford

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Run Away Halloween - on Stage Upgrades

They ONLY get you access to the main stage once you have entered the event with a valid event ticket.

Chelmsford City Racecourse, Chelmsford

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Run Away Halloween 2026 Day 2

Bank Holiday Sat 29 + 30 May 2027 @ Chelmsford Racecourse, Essex with this MASSIVE LINE UP

Chelmsford City Racecourse, Chelmsford

Voodoo Room: A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream

Be part an incredible homage, to Three Legends in Music (Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream) in this explosive new production.

Chelmsford Social Club, Chelmsford

A Beautiful Noise Show: The Definitive Tribute to Neil Diamond

From London’s West End, this internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond.

Chelmsford Theatre, Chelmsford

Don't Stop Queen Now

Tonight, you're gonna have yourself a real good time!'Don't Stop Queen Now' boasts the UK’s largest stage production of any Queen tribute band!With this smash h…

Chelmsford Social Club, Chelmsford

Chelmsford Chess Club

Come down and play some chess with Chelmsford Chess Club at Hot Box. All levels welcome.Open and free for anyone to come down!Presented by Hot Box Live Communit…

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

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Gaming Taster Day / Retro Gaming, Dominoes, Chess

This event is proud to be part of Playable Worlds, a series of youth and community-led gaming events led by Spark!

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

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Waxes Lyrical - Poetry & Spoken Word

Hot box waxes lyrical .Words are weapons and our stage is set for poetic prowess.Whether you're itching to take the mic or just looking for some rhythmic entert…

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

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Practical Magic 2

Twenty-five years after the original film, a discovery about the Owens family's magical origins sparks a new crisis.

Everyman Chelmsford, Chelmsford

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Jamie Williams Rc X Viral Breakdowns X Pad Cleary

City Sound and Hot Box team up again for another LIVE AT THE HOT BOX, with the whole show not only live on stage but broadcast simultaneously on City Sound - ci…

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

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Paolo Morena Aka the Mighty Small and Friends

Paolo Morena (AKA TheMightySmall) has been involved in music all his life, multi instrumentalist & a great song writer to boot, his enthusiasm has transformed m…

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

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Speed Dating

Welcome to the busiest speed dating event in Chelmsford. Spend Friday evenings with us at The Courtyard and get the chance to meet other fun and eligible single…

The Courtyard, Chelmsford

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Halloween Party 2026

Terling Swimming Club presentsHalloween 2026!!Bigger and better than last year..... are you and your little ones ready for a fun filled evening??

Village Hall, Chelmsford

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Wonderland Haunted House @ Courtyard, Chelmsford

This Halloween, Wonderland returns to The Courtyard, Chelmsford for our biggest and darkest party of the year.

The Courtyard, Chelmsford

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Robert Vincent

It is Vincent's powerful and soulful voice that has continually attracted acolytes such as Bob Harris, Paul Carrack, Robert Plant and Mary Chapin Carpenter.Anno…

Chelmsford Social Club, Chelmsford

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Hothaus Drag Presents: Freakilicious - a Halloween Circus/Freak Show

HotHaus Drag Presents: Freakilicious - A Halloween Circus/Freak ShowROLL UP, ROLL UP for the freakiest Halloween show you’ve ever seen!

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

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Children's Halloween Party

Get ready for an afternoon of Halloween fun, magic and dancing!Join us on Friday 30th October, 1pm-3pm at Champions Manor Hall for a Spooktacular children's par…

Champions Manor Hall, Chelmsford

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80s & 90s Over 30s Halloween Daytime Clubbing

Get ready for a party like no other as Over 30s Daytime Clubbing lands at the Courtyard, Chelmsford on October 31st for a Halloween special!

The Courtyard, Chelmsford

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The Wave Pictures

It’s over twenty years since The Wave Pictures formed in Wymeswold, Leicestershire as teenagers.

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

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The Brian and Friends Jazz Esemble

After two sell-out shows in 2025, Chelmsford favourite Brian Smith brings his Jazz Ensemble back to HotBox Live Events.Expect timeless songs from the Great Amer…

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

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The Dirt Road Band

The Dirt Road Band are Steve Walwyn, guitar and vocals, Horace Panter, bass, and Ted Duggan, drums.

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

Dirt Road Band

The Dirt Road Band is the brainchild of guitar legend Steve Walwyn, mainly known as the longest serving guitar player in Dr Feelgood (32 years).

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

Retro Gaming From Melee

It's Retro Gaming at HotBox.............and Melee is ever present.Warm your hands with alcohol and tech chases for the latest tournamentThe venue is a minute wa…

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

Open Mic Night (please Read The Rules Below)

Open Mic Nights are back for 2026 and running fortnightly on the first and third Tuesday of each month.

The Hot Box, Chelmsford

Resonance Open System

Resonance are a collective based in Essex for the creation and appreciation of electronic music, visual arts and performance.

The Hot Box, Chelmsford