Events in Chelmsford From 23rd March – 29th March 2026

You can find a varied programme of events in Chelmsford this week, reflecting both long-standing community practices and newer initiatives shaped by local input. At city centre hubs like County Hall and nearby green spaces such as Goodwood Park, informal gatherings continue to draw families with toddlers through playgroups that operate alongside seasonal gardening projects. These sessions are held near the rear entrance of Oaklands Museum and along footpaths leading toward St Edmund's Church, offering quiet spots for strollers or parents seeking respite during weekday afternoons.

Creative workshops remain a consistent feature: nutrition guides led by local health educators focus on affordable seasonal eating; digital literacy sessions are scheduled at library branches near Chelmsford railway station’s west exit. These run between 10am and 4pm, often with limited availability due to high demand, particularly in the week prior to peak commuter times.

Live music returns across multiple venues: a soul act launching their new album is booked for The Green Man pub on Thursday evening; comedy sets from established performers are scheduled at City Bar near A12 junctions. Tribute bands playing classic rock tracks feature weekly at Hertford House, while DJ nights unfold in late openings of smaller bars along the city ring road.

Themed events include a quiz night hosted by Chelmsford University’s student union, speed dating sessions for singles aged 28–40 near Sandford Mill Lock during weekends, and pop-up trails that guide visitors to lesser-known heritage sites such as fragments of Roman-era walls discovered beneath public footpaths. All times and locations are listed in the full schedule below.