Playable Worlds: gaming events
Explore the world of gaming through inclusive activities and events across Chelmsford.
- 1 - 31 October 2026, 00:00
- Price: Free
How To prepare for the arrival of your baby: antenatal sessions
Each month, we offer expectant parents a series of two free antenatal classes.
- 1 October 2026 - 30 June 2027, 00:00
- Price: Free
How To...
The ‘How To’ series of workshops at ARU Peterborough are designed to support you with everyday challenges. Our specialist lecturers will share their knowledge and expertise to bring you hints and tips to make life a little easier. Each month, we will host a different workshop from managing your finances to planning your next DIY project.
- 1 October 2026 - 30 June 2027, 00:00
- Price: Free
Chelmsford Science Festival 2026
Join us in October for a celebration of ideas, creativity and discovery - including our Family Festival Weekend.
- 20 - 28 October 2026, 09:00
- Price: Various
From Research to Action: Tackling Drink Spiking Together
Explore some of the myths and misconceptions around drink spiking, current research, and detection and testing methods.
- 27 October 2026, 16:00 - 17:30
- Price: Free
Future Britain: Belonging, Identity and Inclusive Communities
Join historian, broadcaster and bestselling author David Olusoga for a fascinating exploration of how history, identity, migration and representation are shaping the Britain of tomorrow.
- 27 October 2026, 19:15 - 21:00
- Price: £15 adults, £7.50 students
Future Beats: DJing, Music, Tech and AI
Could a computer be the next superstar DJ? How will technology shape music in the future? Find out more at this hands-on DJ workshop.
- 27 October 2026, 19:30 - 21:00
- Price: Free
Brainiac Live
Enjoy the UK's favourite family science show, where the Brainiacs delve into the mysteries of science and do all the things you can't do at home!
- 28 October 2026, 11:30 - 14:00
- Price: From £20
Future Entrepreneurs: Building Ventures for Earth, Space, and Society
Explore how entrepreneurship, AI, sustainability and space innovation can solve global challenges and shape a better future.
- 28 October 2026, 15:00 - 16:00
- Price: Free
The Mind of a Crow: What Studying Corvids Tells Us About Cognition
Discover how corvids learn, adapt, and solve problems - and what makes flexible and innovative thinking possible.
- 28 October 2026, 18:00 - 19:00
- Price: Free