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Mercury Theatre, Colchester – Sunday 2nd August 2026
Step back in time with Creedence Clearwater Review’s The Cosmos Factory Tour, a vibrant celebration of the iconic Cosmo’s Factory album and the legendary Creedence Clearwater Revival! Join us for[...]
02
Aug
2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Mercury Theatre Colchester,
Mercury Theatre Colchester
+ Google MapKate Barron & Friends
Live Comedy Showcase: Kate Barron & GuestsHosted by MC Greg EdwardsGet ready for an unforgettable night of powerhouse stand-up as the phenomenal, multi-award-winning Kate Barron headlines a massive night of[...]
04
Aug
2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Three Wise Monkeys Colchester,
Summer Art Club – T shirt painting
Drop off the kids for some creative fun. We will be doing T shirt designs and producing colourful T shirts to take home. Refreshments and a snack are included along[...]
05
Aug
2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
St John’s & Highwoods Community Centre and The Bluebell Centre,
St John's & Highwoods Community Centre and The Bluebell Centre
+ Google MapColchester Comedy Showcase with Kate Barron & Friends
Hosted by MC Greg EdwardsGet ready for an unforgettable night of powerhouse stand-up as the phenomenal, multi-award-winning Kate Barron headlines a massive night of live comedy at Colchester’s premier intimate[...]
05
Aug
2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom,
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
+ Google MapFirst Thursdays: Relaxed Opening
As part of the First Thursdays Festival, join us at Colchester Castle for a special session designed for visitors with autism or other sensory sensitivities.We turn off sounds and visual[...]
06
Aug
2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Colchester Castle,
Colchester Castle
+ Google MapOMB Film Quiz 24
Test your knowledge of films and help raise money for an incredible cause!- Book via https://booking.stampede.ai/v2/e4824ca0-abe5-411d-94cb-190dab8c7a63/BU8DGDMRZY7D/events- £3 a head (cash only, all proceeds to charity)- Maximum 6 to a team[...]
06
Aug
2026 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom,
5-6 St Nicholas St
Colchester, CO1 1LB GB
+ Google MapColchester, CO1 1LB GB
Jazz Summer Special – Chris Allard Dreamweavers
Tickets £16 / £15Doors 7.30pm, Start 8pmThis gig is for a seated audienceChris Allard – guitarJim Watson – pianoDudley Phillips – bassNick Smalley - drumsChris Allard is primarily a contemporary[...]
06
Aug
2026 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom,
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,
Mercury Theatre, Colchester – Sunday 2nd August 2026
Step back in time with Creedence Clearwater Review’s The Cosmos Factory Tour, a vibrant celebration of the iconic Cosmo’s Factory album and the legendary Creedence Clearwater Revival! Join us for[...]
Mercury Theatre Colchester,
Mercury Theatre Colchester
+ Google MapKate Barron & Friends
Live Comedy Showcase: Kate Barron & GuestsHosted by MC Greg EdwardsGet ready for an unforgettable night of powerhouse stand-up as the phenomenal, multi-award-winning Kate Barron headlines a massive night of[...]
Three Wise Monkeys Colchester,
Summer Art Club – T shirt painting
Drop off the kids for some creative fun. We will be doing T shirt designs and producing colourful T shirts to take home. Refreshments and a snack are included along[...]
St John’s & Highwoods Community Centre and The Bluebell Centre,
St John's & Highwoods Community Centre and The Bluebell Centre
+ Google MapColchester Comedy Showcase with Kate Barron & Friends
Hosted by MC Greg EdwardsGet ready for an unforgettable night of powerhouse stand-up as the phenomenal, multi-award-winning Kate Barron headlines a massive night of live comedy at Colchester’s premier intimate[...]
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom,
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
+ Google MapFirst Thursdays: Relaxed Opening
As part of the First Thursdays Festival, join us at Colchester Castle for a special session designed for visitors with autism or other sensory sensitivities.We turn off sounds and visual[...]
Colchester Castle,
Colchester Castle
+ Google MapOMB Film Quiz 24
Test your knowledge of films and help raise money for an incredible cause!- Book via https://booking.stampede.ai/v2/e4824ca0-abe5-411d-94cb-190dab8c7a63/BU8DGDMRZY7D/events- £3 a head (cash only, all proceeds to charity)- Maximum 6 to a team[...]
Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom,
5-6 St Nicholas St
Colchester, CO1 1LB GB
+ Google MapColchester, CO1 1LB GB
Jazz Summer Special – Chris Allard Dreamweavers
Tickets £16 / £15Doors 7.30pm, Start 8pmThis gig is for a seated audienceChris Allard – guitarJim Watson – pianoDudley Phillips – bassNick Smalley - drumsChris Allard is primarily a contemporary[...]
Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom,
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 Map