What's On in Chelmsford
Things to do in and around Chelmsford: events, days out and family activities, with the practical details.
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Chelmsford Fireworks 2026: Only Marsh Farm Has a Date
Marsh Farm has confirmed Saturday 7 November, one night only. Admirals Park and the racecourse have published nothing for 2026 and both pages still show last year.
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Chelmsford Christmas Lights Switch-On: No 2026 Date Yet
The 2026 date has not been announced. The last three switch-ons were all Sundays in November, 2024 was cancelled by Storm Bert, and 12,000 people came in 2025.
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Enlightened Hylands 2026: 27 Nov to 2 Jan, From £12
Dates and prices are confirmed and tickets are on sale. Entry is the Writtle gate off Greenbury Way, not Hylands House, and the last slot is 8pm.
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Chelmsford Marathon 2026: 11 October, Entries From £38
Both races start at 9am in Central Park and entries close on 10 October. Around 436 places were still unsold in early September, and no road closures are published.