Horrible Histories: Awful Egyptians
📅 Date & Time: Friday 4th – Sunday 6th April 2025
📍 Location: Chelmsford Theatre, CM1 1JG
📝 Description: Step back in time with this hilarious and history-packed stage show exploring Ancient Egypt. Expect mummies, pyramids, and lots of laughs – ideal for families with kids aged 6+.

Good Friday Family Festival
📅 Date & Time: Friday 4th April 2025, from 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Chelmsford City Racecourse, CM3 1QP
📝 Description: Celebrate the start of Easter weekend with horse racing, a Kids Zone, Game Zone, live music, and plenty of delicious food. Free entry for under 18s!

Easter Trail at Danbury Country Park
📅 Date & Time: Friday 4th – Sunday 6th April 2025
📍 Location: Danbury Country Park, CM3 4AW
📝 Description: Follow the clues around the park, solve puzzles, and collect a chocolate treat at the end! A lovely outdoor Easter activity just 10 minutes from Chelmsford.

Chelmer Canal Cruises
📅 Date & Time: Friday 4th – Sunday 6th April 2025 (weather dependent)
📍 Location: Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation Canal, CM2 6YT
📝 Description: Hire a rowboat or join a relaxing canal cruise along this beautiful local waterway. Bring snacks and make it a full family afternoon out.

Chelmsford Museum & Adventure Playground
📅 Date & Time: Open all weekend
📍 Location: Oaklands Park, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, CM2 9AQ
📝 Description: A brilliant indoor and outdoor mix — check out the local history exhibits, wildlife galleries, and let the kids loose in the fantastic playground right outside.

💑 Date Night Idea

Zorba The Greek – Cocktails & Mezze Vibes
📅 Date & Time: Any evening over the weekend
📍 Location: Zorba The Greek, 4–6 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, CM2 0HR
📝 Description: Get a taste of Santorini without leaving town — with romantic lighting, mezze platters, delicious cocktails, and warm Mediterranean hospitality.