What’s on
Bands, DJs, open mics, comedy, drag, poetry, quiz and chess nights — if it brings people together, it belongs here.
Need to know more before you come down? Check Accessibility Information, browse the full list at the Bar, or get in touch about hiring the room via Venue Hire. Want a heads-up on nights like these? Sign up to our newsletter.
Mon 12 Oct · 7:00pmMartin Harley (opens in a new tab)£16.50
Tue 13 Oct · 7:00pmGlass Eye Comedy Club (opens in a new tab)£7
Wed 14 Oct · 7:00pmThe Hot Box Big Music Quiz (opens in a new tab)£6
Thu 15 Oct · 7:00pmAlex Francis / Tom Peplow (opens in a new tab)£16.54
Fri 16 Oct · 7:00pmThe High Points / Mr Griff (opens in a new tab)£13.23
Sat 17 Oct · 1:00pmSTRAY ft Del Bromham (opens in a new tab)£16.50
Sat 17 Oct · 6:00pmRoots Chelmsford Dominoes Jamaican Style (opens in a new tab)FreeSat 17 Oct · 7:00pmThe High Points / Mr Griff (opens in a new tab)£13.23
Sun 18 Oct · 1:00pmHot Box Guitar Club (opens in a new tab)Free
Sun 18 Oct · 3:30pmHot Box Blues Jam (opens in a new tab)£5
Mon 19 Oct · 7:00pmAdam Norsworthy (opens in a new tab)£13.20
Tue 20 Oct · 7:00pmJeffrey Lewis & The Voltage (opens in a new tab)Join the waiting list
Wed 21 Oct · 7:00pmIndependance (opens in a new tab)£11
Thu 22 Oct · 7:00pmLouise Parker (opens in a new tab)£11
Fri 23 Oct · 7:00pmALT ELECTRIK (Electronic & Alternative Night) (opens in a new tab)£5
Sat 24 Oct · 1:00pmJon Amor Trio (opens in a new tab)£16.50Sat 24 Oct · 6:00pmRoots Chelmsford Dominoes Jamaican Style (opens in a new tab)Free
Sat 24 Oct · 7:00pmSolarzone (opens in a new tab)£10
Sun 25 Oct · 3:00pmSoulweaver (opens in a new tab)£13.20
Mon 26 Oct · 10:00amGaming Taster Day / Retro Gaming, Dominoes, Chess (opens in a new tab)Free
Mon 26 Oct · 6:00pmChelmsford Chess Club (opens in a new tab)Free
Tue 27 Oct · 7:00pmWaxes Lyrical - Poetry & Spoken Word (opens in a new tab)Free
Tue 27 Oct · 7:00pmCHELMSFORD CREATIVE COLLECTIVE monthly meet up (opens in a new tab)Free
Wed 28 Oct · 7:00pmJamie Williams RC x Viral Breakdowns x Pad Cleary (opens in a new tab)£7.72Live music and regular nights in Chelmsford
As well as the ticketed gigs above, Hot Box Live runs regular nights throughout the month. Many of them welcome performers as well as audiences, so they’re a great way into Chelmsford’s music scene. We host over 350 events a year.
Live music
4th Wednesday of the month
City Sound Radio’s Live at HOTBOX
Emerging bands, broadcast live on City Sound Radio. Tickets cost next to nothing, so catch tomorrow’s headliners first.
1st & 3rd Tuesday
Hot Box Open Mic
Free open mic for original music, with a different guest host each time. Book a free Musician ticket to play, or just come and watch.
Get on stage
Usually 3rd Sunday, 3:30pm
Hot Box Blues Jam
Blues, Americana, country and rock jam for every level of player.
Get on stage
Usually 3rd Sunday, 1pm
Hot Box Guitar Club
A free, relaxed song circle for guitarists of all abilities.
Get on stage
3rd Wednesday, every other month
Control Voltage
Electronic music open mic (EMOM): an open stage for local electronic artists. Free entry.
Get on stage
Comedy, culture and games
2nd Tuesday of the month
Glass Eye Comedy Club
Stand-up hosted by Louie Green: brand-new comics, rising names and club-circuit acts trying out new material. Seated show.
Selected Friday nights
HOTHAUS
Chelmsford’s own drag family, hosted by Kenzie Blackheart: a new themed show every time, then a DJ. Panic Awards Best Regular Night 2024. Over-18s only.
2nd Wednesday of the month
Big Music Quiz
Chelmsford’s music quiz: teams, prizes, and Dave’s Dastardly Question.
Usually 1st & 3rd Tuesday
The Only Way Is Melee
Super Smash Bros. Melee tournaments in our back room, for newcomers and veterans alike.
Inclusive club nights
About six Wednesdays a year
IndepenDANCE
Club nights built for young adults (18+) with learning disabilities, autism and additional needs.
Dates are a guide and can change, so check the events list above for confirmed dates and tickets.
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