30 things to do in Chelmsford this May half term
22 May 2025
Corporate Communications
If you're in need of some inspiration during the school holidays, look no further than our guide to what's on in Chelmsford this half term.
Celebrating 30 years of Riverside’s Easter ice show with Rapunzel: A Tangled Tale
Riverside Leisure Centre and Chelmsford Riverside Ice Skating Club are marking 30 years of their annual ice show.
Celebrate the festive season at Chelmsford Museum
Chelmsford Museum is getting into the festive spirit with varied activities for children and adults to enjoy in the run up to Christmas.
What's On: Festive activities in Chelmsford 2024
Find out what Christmas events are taking place in Chelmsford for the 2024 festive season.
What’s On: Fireworks displays in Chelmsford for 2024
A round-up of the public fireworks displays taking place across the Chelmsford district in November 2024.
Chelmsford Market to host free ‘Family Fun Day’
Chelmsford Market is hosting a Family Fun Day, with an exciting line up of free entertainment in Market Square on Saturday 10 August.
Picnic in Melbourne Park with us this summer
Picnic in the Park is a week of free activity sessions in Melbourne Park, providing free lunches to children entitled to free school meals.
Play in the Park this summer
The school holidays are fast approaching, which means the return of Play in the Park! Bookings for the free activity sessions are now open.
Walk into summer with the Summer Solstice Stride
Welcome the start of summer alongside fellow walkers and volunteers, with the Summer Solstice Stride on Thursday 13 June.
Free family cycling day will celebrate RideLondon-Essex
To celebrate RideLondon-Essex returning to Chelmsford this month, a Family Cycling Taster Day on Sunday 26 May in Central Park.
