The Chelmsford Fake Festival returns to Central Park on Saturday July 11th 2026 with Fake Bands to Rolling Stones (Rolling Clones), Foo Fighters (Fore Fighters), David Bowie (Aladdinsane), Fleetwood Mac (Fleeting Rumours), Alanis Morissette (Alanish), Green Day (Ultimate Green Day). All held inside the Fake Festivals marquee with a fully licensed bar serving a variety of drinks. Outside the marquee on Central Park is the secured fenced garden area housing quality food traders, clean toilets, tables and chairs and some entertainment to ensure kids are occupied. Expect to witness the best Fake Bands performing hit after hit so round up your friends and enjoy a day out together.

The Chelmsford festival gearing up to host some of the most in-demand electronic music artists and bands.

New World Festival returns to Chelmsford this summer to celebrate its 5th anniversary, bringing Craig David and his acclaimed TS5 show to Central Park on Sunday 30 August 2026.

Chelmsford Summer Series continues with the announcement of McFly, who will return to Essex for a special outdoor show in Central Park on 29th August. With drummer Harry Judd, who was born in Chelmsford, and bassist Dougie Poynter, from nearby Corringham, the show marks a rare hometown moment for the band as part of the wider open-air summer programme, with further acts still to be revealed. Set within 35 acres of parkland, Central Park provides a distinctive setting for live music, combining open green space with the city's riverside and historic railway viaduct. It's been 21 years since McFly first formed - a journey which has taken them from their breakthrough hit Five Colours In Her Hair to last year's Power To Play. Across their career, Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones, Dougie Poynter and Harry Judd have scored seven UK No.1 singles, seven Top 10 albums and over 10 million sales worldwide. They remain the youngest band ever to have a debut album enter the UK chart at No.1. In 2005, they won the BRIT Award for Best British Pop Act, cementing their status as one of the UK's defining pop bands of the era. Their most recent album Power To Play saw the band return to a full-throttle rock sound, featuring standout tracks including 'God Of Rock & Roll' and 'Where Did All The Guitars Go?', and charted at No.2 on the Official Albums Chart. Their live shows continue to evolve in scale, from intimate London club performances to sold-out arena tours, including a headline show at Alexandra Palace and recent 21st anniversary shows at The O2.

This is a 16+ event. 16+ (16-17yrs old) must be accompanied by an adult and there are separate labelled tickets which must be purchased for anyone aged 16-17. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.

With seven UK number-one singles, five top-ten albums, six sell-out tours and ten million records sold worldwide, McFly are without question one of the most significant British pop acts of the twenty-first century. Since hitting the big time as the youngest band ever to have a debut album go straight to number one — beating The Beatles’ long-standing record — Tom, Danny, Dougie and Harry have become one of our best-loved bands, not to mention major stars in their own right.

Play in the Park runs at multiple community venues during the Easter and Summer school holidays, for children aged between 3 and 11. Children can join our Playworkers to play, create and take part in fun sports, games, arts and crafts and free play activities at a park near you. SOME sessions also feature additional activities such as parkour, face painting, skateboarding lessons and inflatables. Selected sessions will also have refreshments available to purchase in the form of ice creams, hot and cold drinks and snacks. Sessions are suitable for everyone, including those with accessible needs. For information about each venue and what to expect at the sessions, please see our full programme here: www.chelmsford.gov.uk/play [http://www.chelmsford.gov.uk/play] EXTRA available today - Giant Bubbles Parkour Both activities are for the morning and afternoon sessions

Street Eats N Beats Festival isn't just an event.... It's a culture. A community. A launchpad for the next generation of festival-goers and future creators in the EDM world. Street Eats N Beats Festival- brings together Dance music, street food, creativity, and togetherness. At its heart, the festival is a welcoming space for anyone curious about EDM. The energy starts at the Main Stage, with big-name DJs, live PA performances, and a strong mix of EDM artists keeping the crowd moving. For those who want a little extra comfort, the VIP Lounge offers a private bar, seating, exclusive facilities, and a perfect view of the action. If a funky vibe is more your thing then head over to the Disco Soul Tent where the tunes pump out from our converted VW camper truck. The Silent Disco, is where under-18 future DJs get to express themselves and experiment with sound. Over at the Tropical Soul SoundSystem, the festival's heartbeat comes alive with DnB, Reggae and funk alongside a dedicated rum shack and a Carribean food truck. The Culture Quarter is where creativity takes over. Here, you'll find a giant doodle wall, digital funfair, immersive games and a Vinyl Only section. Always fancied your hand a DJ'ing or producing? then head on over to the Riot Noise Truck to get hands-on taster lessons with the team from On The Decks, giving people of all ages a chance to test their skills. Foodies and drink lovers are right at home too, thanks to a buzzing mix of street food trucks and boutique bars. And with its family- and dog-friendly atmosphere, everyone-two-legged and four-legged-is welcome to share the moment.