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NSW 2026 Gladiator Games
Are you ready to be part of the 300, descending on the great area of Essex?Steeped in Roman history, Colchester will play host toTHE GLADIATOR GAMES--Friday will see the Gladiators[...]
14 - 16
Aug
2026 2:00 pm - 10:00 am
University of Essex Colchester Campus,
University of Essex Colchester Campus
+ Google MapCommunity Sports Day
🎉 COMMUNITY SPORTS DAY – FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY! 🏃♂️🎈Join us for a fantastic Community Sports Day at Old Heath Recreation Ground on 15th August, from 10am–5pm!It’s set to[...]
15
Aug
2026 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Colchester old heath Recreation Ground,
Colchester old heath Recreation Ground
+ Google MapColchester Pride 2026
Colchester Pride 2026 will be held on Saturday 15th August 2026 at Colchester's premier arts venue Firstsite, with a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities including the Main Stage, featuring[...]
15
Aug
2026 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Firstsite Colchester,
Firstsite Colchester
+ Google MapABBA Day Party: Colchester 💃🕺
Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers! 🎉Get ready for a glitter-filled afternoon of pure pop perfection as we celebrate the iconic music of ABBA! Whether you're a lifelong fan[...]
15
Aug
2026 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Trilogy Colchester,
Trilogy Colchester
+ Google MapDanni Nicholls at Little Rabbit Barn, Ardleigh (full band show)
Email live@littlerabbitbarn.com to reserve placesFollowing the release of her new album Making Moves, Danni Nicholls heads back to the UK this August and September. Rooted in Americana and rich storytelling,[...]
15
Aug
2026 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Live at Little Rabbit Barn,
Live at Little Rabbit Barn
+ Google MapNorthern Live – Do I Love You
Keeping faith to the foot stomping sounds that started on dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation.This 11-piece band will have you on your feet with 4[...]
15
Aug
2026 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Mercury Theatre Colchester,
Mercury Theatre Colchester
+ Google MapSUMNER’S TALES – An acoustic tribute to the music of Sting
TWM Live presents SUMNER’S TALES – An acoustic tribute to the music of Sting performing live at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester.James Payze and Lincoln Grounds, two seasoned performers come together[...]
15
Aug
2026 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom,
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
+ Google MapBilly Ocean with very special guest Marti Pellow
For Colchester Castle Parks FAQs, pleaseSale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 17 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 15 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMArtist Presale :[...]
20
Aug
2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Colchester Castle Park,
Colchester Castle Park
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NSW 2026 Gladiator Games
Are you ready to be part of the 300, descending on the great area of Essex?Steeped in Roman history, Colchester will play host toTHE GLADIATOR GAMES--Friday will see the Gladiators[...]
University of Essex Colchester Campus,
University of Essex Colchester Campus
+ Google MapCommunity Sports Day
🎉 COMMUNITY SPORTS DAY – FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY! 🏃♂️🎈Join us for a fantastic Community Sports Day at Old Heath Recreation Ground on 15th August, from 10am–5pm!It’s set to[...]
Colchester old heath Recreation Ground,
Colchester old heath Recreation Ground
+ Google MapColchester Pride 2026
Colchester Pride 2026 will be held on Saturday 15th August 2026 at Colchester's premier arts venue Firstsite, with a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities including the Main Stage, featuring[...]
Firstsite Colchester,
Firstsite Colchester
+ Google MapABBA Day Party: Colchester 💃🕺
Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers! 🎉Get ready for a glitter-filled afternoon of pure pop perfection as we celebrate the iconic music of ABBA! Whether you're a lifelong fan[...]
Trilogy Colchester,
Trilogy Colchester
+ Google MapDanni Nicholls at Little Rabbit Barn, Ardleigh (full band show)
Email live@littlerabbitbarn.com to reserve placesFollowing the release of her new album Making Moves, Danni Nicholls heads back to the UK this August and September. Rooted in Americana and rich storytelling,[...]
Live at Little Rabbit Barn,
Live at Little Rabbit Barn
+ Google MapNorthern Live – Do I Love You
Keeping faith to the foot stomping sounds that started on dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation.This 11-piece band will have you on your feet with 4[...]
Mercury Theatre Colchester,
Mercury Theatre Colchester
+ Google MapSUMNER’S TALES – An acoustic tribute to the music of Sting
TWM Live presents SUMNER’S TALES – An acoustic tribute to the music of Sting performing live at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester.James Payze and Lincoln Grounds, two seasoned performers come together[...]
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom,
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
+ Google MapBilly Ocean with very special guest Marti Pellow
For Colchester Castle Parks FAQs, pleaseSale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 17 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 15 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMArtist Presale :[...]
Colchester Castle Park,
Colchester Castle Park
+ Google MapBalkan Grooves Jam
Balkan and European jam with Suzy, Kev and Mary- chords and lyrics provided or just come and enjoy the music!
1 St Nicolas Passage , CO1 1jz Colchester, United Kingdom,
1 St Nicolas Passage , CO1 1jz Colchester, United Kingdom
+ Google MapHollywood Vampires
Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 23 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AMArtist Presale : Tue, 20 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 21 Jan 2026 at[...]
Colchester Castle Park,
Colchester Castle Park
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