The main stage
Live music, quizzes, competitions and appearances from Bond Street businesses.
Saturday 26 September 2026
Bond Street Turns 10
Ten years in Chelmsford. One big day to celebrate. Join us for free live music, street theatre, family activities, competitions, giveaways and special experiences across Bond Street.
At a glance
DateSaturday 26 September
EntryFree
ParkingUndergroundopen 24 hours
ExpectLive music & performances
Stay forShopping, dining & cinema
You're invited
One big party across Bond Street
Bond Street is turning ten, and everyone's invited. The celebration will stretch from the main stage in The Bowl to shops, restaurants and leisure venues across Bond Street.
In partnership with Chelmsford For You
We're putting on the party alongside Chelmsford For You, the city's Business Improvement District, whose mission is to help the city centre thrive.
Your main-stage hosts
Familiar local faces Sara Tupper and Ryan Mitchell from Chelmsford For You will host the main stage and guide everyone through the day's programme.
On the day
What to expect
Performances on the move
Look out for musicians, street theatre and stilt walkers popping up around Bond Street.
Free family activities
Bring the children along for traditional games, candyfloss and entertainment for all the family.
More across Bond Street
Participating businesses will join the party with experiences, demonstrations, offers and giveaways.
Plan your day
What's on
The full running order and activity times will be published here before the event.
Main stage
Live music, quizzes, competitions and hosted moments.
Live music
Around Bond Street
Roaming performances and free family activities.
Performance
The big birthday moment
One special time for everyone to come together and celebrate.
Birthday moment
Save the date
Adds Saturday 26th September to your calendar
Around Bond Street
More ways to join the party
As shops, restaurants and leisure venues confirm how they're joining the celebration, we'll add their experiences, offers and giveaways here.
Make a day of it
Come for the party. Stay for more.
With the family
Come for free games, candyfloss, roaming performers and live music, then join everyone for the big birthday moment.
Stay into the evening
After the celebrations, settle in for dinner by the river, competitive fun at Boom Battle Bar or a film at Everyman.
Good to know
Where should we park?
There is easy underground parking directly beneath the shops, open 24 hours, with lifts to the main level.
Is Bond Street step-free?
Yes. Bond Street is on one level and step-free, with lifts from the underground car park.
What if it rains?
We'll post any weather-related updates on this page.