Multiple venues. One wristband. One very special day of rock & roll!

For one very special day, Colchester city centre will come alive with an incredible line-up across multiple independent venues — all accessible with just one wristband. Expect raw energy, packed rooms and an atmosphere like no other, as artists unite to play more, and play louder, in support of the Nick Alexander Music Trust.

With a STACKED line-up including Colchester’s own conquering punk heroes Pet Needs, grunge powerhouse Bridget, headline by alt-rock powerhouse Nova Twins plus a blistering mix of established names, underground favourites and fast-rising newcomers spanning punk, indie, hip-hop, alt-rock and beyond PLUS headliner and special guests still to be revealed this landmark takeover will be unmissable.

Join us. Play More. Play Louder.

On the bill: Ben Brown • Bridget • Dave J Giles • Deux Furieuses • False Heads • Fraser Morgan • Freya Beer • Hobo Chang • Hoof! • Lawrence Langmead’s Normality • Lost Movies • Non Canon • Oi MATE! • Oxygen Thief • Shed • Silver Light Reaction • The Judas Project • The Lamplight Club • The Wicked Ravens • Wilswood Buoys • X-Kaminski • artists from CLIP • + many more.

This special edition of the A Peaceful Noise gig series — which has previously hosted intimate, breathtaking performances from the likes of Joshua Homme, Frank Turner, Tom Grennan and Gaz Coombes — marks the 10th anniversary of the Bataclan terror attack, where Nick Alexander tragically lost his life aged just 35.

Proceeds from the event will go directly to the Nick Alexander Music Trust, providing instruments and equipment to disadvantaged community groups across the UK, ensuring music continues to inspire and empower future generations. A percentage will also be donated to the Mayor’s Charities

Tickets strictly limited.

Important Event Information

Age Restriction: All venues are strictly 18+.

Wristband Exchange: Your ticket must be exchanged for an official event wristband on the day. Please check www.thenickalexandermusictrust.com/events for wristband exchange points and updates.

Venue Entry: Access to all participating venues is on a first come, first served basis. Once a venue reaches capacity, entry will be on a one in, one out basis. If there is a particular band you wish to see, we recommend arriving early as entry cannot be guaranteed once capacity is reached.

Schedules: Venue splits and full timings will be released closer to the event date.

Ticket Collection: If collecting tickets, the cardholder must be present for all tickets.

Line-up: The line-up may be subject to change. In the event of changes, no refunds will be issued.

Accessibility: For accessibility enquiries, please contact zoe@thenickalexandermusictrust.com.