WHAT'S ON IN COLCHESTER

TheatreFest brings together students, teachers, and theatre professionals from across Essex for schools and colleges to devise a themed 10 minute theatre piece to be showcased on the Mercury stage.This[...]

A coup for St Leonard's as we welcome Julie Murphy, singer and songwriter, to Colchester.An intimate solo performance by Julie Murphy exploring the natural voice as a central and unifying[...]

Whether you're taking your first steps into Magic, finishing up your Standard deck, or diving deep into Modern, Commander, and more—Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes is here, come play[...]

It's Open Mic Night!Bring yourself... or send your friends in place of you.... or come with your friends and get involved.Bring your instruments or borrow mine (Guitar, Piano, Cajon &[...]

Tickets £12 / £10 ConcessionsDoors 7.30pm, Show starts 8pmThis show is for a standing audienceRudebone is a globally minded music artist based in Colchester, United Kingdom. He is an event[...]

A Book Club Author EventWe are delighted to be joined by virtuoso short story writer of collections such as Sweet Home for this special event to discuss her astounding novel,[...]

Join us on the last Thursday of every month at Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom for a night of incredible flavours and craft beer. June is all about the[...]

Tickets £29.50.Doors open 5.30pm, show starts 6pm.Duration approx, 2 hours with interval.This show is for a seated audience.The extended set headliner of this special night of stand-up is the brilliant[...]

We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay[...]

The Lexden Crown presents an Old Skool Pen and Paper QuizIts Time to take it back to the Old Skool, with a Pen and Paper style Quiz.Big Jims Old Skool[...]

Miss Americana - A Tribute to Taylor Swift comes to Charter Hall, Colchester on Friday 26 June. The tribute show stars Xenna as Taylor Swift, performing songs from across the[...]

Tickets £8 / £7 concessionsDoors open 7.30pm, starts 8pmThis gig is for a standing audienceColchester's Gasoline Green blend experimental indie rock, folk and alternative sounds into something entirely their own.[...]

A new Friday night social event upstairs at The Red Lion, with live music, dancing and cocktails. Inspired by the energy and atmosphere of a vintage swing club, these guided[...]

Edition #3 to the `FRIDAY NIGHT FUNK` series….Once Again, We are so extremely Pleased & Lucky to be Graced by the Presence ofSpecial Guest! – PERRY LOUIS (All About Da[...]

Mark Summers is returning to Colchester United for his amazing Elvis Legacy act. Always a fan favourite, all the biggest Elvis hits all night long.Doors open 7.30pm, with the act[...]

Level Best: Peg Loom Weaving Workshop An introduction to weaving on a wooden peg loom. Tickets: £50 available in house or via: https://www.zeffy.com/en-GB/ticketing/level-best-peg-loom-weaving-workshop A relaxed, hands-on session where you’ll create[...]

Join us as we dance in various locations around Colchester Town Centre as guests of Colchester Morris for their 100th anniversary!

A Celebration of ONE HUNDRED years of morris dancing in Colchester Performances ALL DAY around the City Centre culminating in a PROCESSION & MASSED SHOW ofover 150 DANCERS & MUSICIANS[...]

COLCHESTER FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL 2026 Lower Castle Park, Colchester Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June 11.00am - 6.00pm Tickets Adults: £10 Under 16s: Free Free parking at Kings Meadow[...]

House Get Together is back with the line up TBC!