Chelmsford Black History Month 2025
Standing Firm in Power and Pride
This October, Chelmsford stands united with the nation to celebrtate Black History Month 2025 under the theme "Standing Firm in Power and Pride".
We honour the strength, resilience and creativity of Black communities in Chelmsford and across Essex for those who lead with power, inspire with pride and shape our shared future.
Join New Generation Development Agency as we celebrate Black excellence, recognise local voices and continue to build a city where every story is valued, every achievement is honoured and every generation is empowered.
Please find below a variety of activities that will be running this month at Law Building, Burgess Springs, Chelmsford CM1 1NW (See map at the bottom of this page)
No Booking Required
October
11th
11:00 - 12:00
Dance With Us!
Come and join us on the 11th of October from 11am - 12am where we will dance and celebrate all the different cultures together including Afrobeats, Kuchipudi, Bhangra and Chinese fan dance & Tai Chi
Please note that this event does not require any advance booking and you can just turn up!
Booking Required
October
25TH
10:45 - 16:00
Books Our Bridge to Bigger Dreams
Come and join us on an educational journey through the power of books and dreams!
No Booking Required
10:00 - 16:00
October 17th
October 18th
October 24th
Chattie Pattie Drop in Sessions
Come and drop in for a chat with free crafts sessions, mask making, book making, bag making and dancing!
All sessions run from 10:00 - 16:00
Please note that this event does not require any advance booking and you can just turn up!
No Booking Required
October
30TH
10:00-16:00
Celebrating 60 Years Of The Race Equality Act
Come and join us for a day of fun filled activities with dance, pop up stallsand free arts and crafts!
Please note that this event does not require any advance booking and you can just turn up!
Booking Required
Age Required (14+)
October
30TH
18:00-20:00
Race Equality Debate
Come down and share your opinions in a Race Equality Debate! This event is a question time-style debate where participants will have the chance to discuss and question important issues around race, equality and inclusion in today's society!
The aim is to create a safe, respectful and open space for everyone to share their views, learn from other people's experiences and think about how we can work together to build a fairer community.
This debate will also include a panel of speakers who range from students, community leaders and diversity advocates who will be answering questions from the audience.
No Booking Required
October
31st
11:00-16:00
Jamaican Party Vibe (Hosted By Roots Community)
Come down and join Papa Dee and the team for some dominoes, arts and crafts and music!
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Location
All the events listed will be held at Law Building, Burgess Springs, Chelmsford CM1 1NW