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VOYAGE – 7TH AUGUST @ TWM COLCHESTER
FRIDAY 7TH AUGUST 2026 - VOYAGE ARE RETURNING TO Three Wise Monkeys Colchester!With support from the incredible Dan SuttonTicket link here:https://ticketscandy.com/e/voyage-18420£7.50 a Ticket + Booking FeeDoors at 7:30pm18+ EventTop Floor[...]
07 - 08
Aug
2026 7:30 pm - 12:45 am
Three Wise Monkeys Colchester,
The NightFair Colchester Summer Market
The NightFair returns to Colchester for an outdoor summer art fair in the beautiful gardens of the Minories Gallery.Shop directly from artists with the finest gothic and alternative art, clothing,[...]
08
Aug
2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Minories,
The Minories
+ Google MapFoxymop (A Tribute to Pearl Jam)
TWM Live presents Foxymop – a tribute to Pearl Jam at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester on Saturday 8th August.Foxymop is the UK’s most authentic tribute to Pearl Jam. Hailing from[...]
08
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 MapNSW 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 MapThe Cursed Ring @ St Leonard-at-the-Hythe
It began with the forging of the great ring*.From the Rhinegold it was made. Beautiful and powerful it was, until it fell into the hands of men, whose lust for[...]
14
Aug
2026 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Friends of St Leonard at-the-Hythe Colchester,
Friends of St Leonard at-the-Hythe Colchester
+ Google MapIndie Showcase – Lost Movies + Cutlove + Swines + Lost Atlas
Indie Showcase comes to Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester, featuring Lost Movies, Cutlove, Swines and Lost Atlas.A night dedicated to showcasing local artists and bands, bringing together some of the best[...]
14
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 MapTHE SONS OF ILLINOIS – Friday night Chicago Blues at Coda, Colchester
Two sets of smokin' Chicago and Swamp blues, with happenin' blues sounds from the resident DJ!
14 - 15
Aug
2026 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Coda Colchester,
Coda Colchester
+ 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 Map
VOYAGE – 7TH AUGUST @ TWM COLCHESTER
FRIDAY 7TH AUGUST 2026 - VOYAGE ARE RETURNING TO Three Wise Monkeys Colchester!With support from the incredible Dan SuttonTicket link here:https://ticketscandy.com/e/voyage-18420£7.50 a Ticket + Booking FeeDoors at 7:30pm18+ EventTop Floor[...]
Three Wise Monkeys Colchester,
The NightFair Colchester Summer Market
The NightFair returns to Colchester for an outdoor summer art fair in the beautiful gardens of the Minories Gallery.Shop directly from artists with the finest gothic and alternative art, clothing,[...]
The Minories,
The Minories
+ Google MapFoxymop (A Tribute to Pearl Jam)
TWM Live presents Foxymop – a tribute to Pearl Jam at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester on Saturday 8th August.Foxymop is the UK’s most authentic tribute to Pearl Jam. Hailing from[...]
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom,
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
+ Google MapNSW 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 MapThe Cursed Ring @ St Leonard-at-the-Hythe
It began with the forging of the great ring*.From the Rhinegold it was made. Beautiful and powerful it was, until it fell into the hands of men, whose lust for[...]
Friends of St Leonard at-the-Hythe Colchester,
Friends of St Leonard at-the-Hythe Colchester
+ Google MapIndie Showcase – Lost Movies + Cutlove + Swines + Lost Atlas
Indie Showcase comes to Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester, featuring Lost Movies, Cutlove, Swines and Lost Atlas.A night dedicated to showcasing local artists and bands, bringing together some of the best[...]
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom,
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
+ Google MapTHE SONS OF ILLINOIS – Friday night Chicago Blues at Coda, Colchester
Two sets of smokin' Chicago and Swamp blues, with happenin' blues sounds from the resident DJ!
Coda Colchester,
Coda Colchester
+ 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
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