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SUMMARY:End Of Season Winter Kilo Sale Culver
DESCRIPTION:End of season clear-out time at Culver Street – and it’s a big one 🧥 \nJoin us for our Winter Kilo Sale on Friday 27th February from 9am to 5pm at our Culver Street shop. We’re clearing a huge range of winter clothing at just £2.49 per kilo.A perfect chance to grab a bargain\, stock up\, and support sustainable shopping at the same time. \nCome early\, bring a bag\, and don’t miss out –when it’s gone\, it’s gone! \n#KiloSale #WinterClearOut #DontMissOut #Sustainability #ShopSustainable #CharityShopFinds #Colchester #PreLoved #ReduceReuseRecycle 💚♻️
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/end-of-season-winter-kilo-sale-culver/
LOCATION:Culver Square\, Colchester\, CO1 1\, United Kingdom\, Culver Square\, Colchester\, CO1 1\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Gaming Evening
DESCRIPTION:Following on from our sold-out event last year it’s back for 2026! \nColchester Castle has partnered with Ace Comics to present another exclusive gaming evening on 27 February from 6 PM to 10 PM. Gather your friends together and grab your favourite board games. Whether its role play or traditional board games\, all are welcome. \nOne group per table\, and your tickets include: \n+A drinks token for a soft drink from the bar+An area hire of your choice around the Castle+After-hours access to view the museums exhibits and artifacts \nAce Comics will be on hand with games if you want to learn something new or you’re not sure what to play. This event is suitable for ages 11+. \nAreas available to hire (all seat up to six people unless otherwise stated): \n+Roundhouse+Temple Model+Roman Ballista+Chapel A+Chapel B+Chapel C+Scriptorium+Prison (premium play space)+Lucas Vault (up to 12 people) \nFor useful information\, such as how to find us and what facilities Colchester Castle has\, we recommend reading our Access information. \nAreas start at £90 each (£15 per person) or £108 (£18 per person) for the prison area.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/gaming-evening/
LOCATION:Colchester Castle\, Colchester Castle
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SUMMARY:Olympus + Mechromorph + Regicide + Godwithout-
DESCRIPTION:Olympus Promotions presents Olympus\, performing their distinctive blend of melodic death metal live at Three Wise Monkeys\, Colchester.They will be joined by:Mechromorph-Regicide – Godwithout-Date: Friday 27th February 2026Venue: Three Wise Monkeys\, ColchesterTickets: £10Doors: 7:00pmAges: 18+Please note that access to the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys does not have a lift\, but there are rest opportunities between each flight of stairs.Viewer discretion is advised: This show may potentially contain flashing and strobing lighting effects.We wanted to inform you of our refund policy regarding event tickets. Please note that we will be unable to process any ticket refunds within 7 days of the event.We understand that circumstances may arise that prevent you from attending the event\, but unfortunately\, we are unable to accommodate refund requests within this timeframe.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/olympus-mechromorph-regicide-godwithout/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:New Material and New Act Night
DESCRIPTION:New Act & New Material Night Date: Friday\, 27th February 2026 Venue: The Victoria Inn\, Colchester \nCome and find your new favourite comedian before they hit the big time. Join us at The Victoria Inn for a raw and raucous night of grassroots comedy\, where the circuit’s freshest faces and seasoned pros alike take to the mic to test out their latest gold. \nFrom nervous first-timers to established acts trialing brand-new jokes\, anything can happen—and you get to be in the room where it happens first. It’s unpredictable\, it’s exciting\, and it’s the best fiver you’ll spend all month. \nDoors Open: 7:00 PM Show Starts: 7:30 PM Tickets: £5 (+ booking fee)
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/new-material-and-new-act-night/
LOCATION:Victoria Inn Colchester\, 10 North Station Rd\, Colchester\, CO1 1RB\, GB
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ORGANIZER;CN="Topper Promotions - UK":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com
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SUMMARY:Real Boy
DESCRIPTION:After moving to yet another new school and unexpectedly making friends with a hypermasculine trans ally\, a gender-questioning teenager must fight back against bullies\, friends and his mother to finally embrace his identity as a trans boy. Will he succeed or succumb to his people-pleasing ways? \nAbout Real Boy: \nREAL BOY was written by Finn Evans and Ramonah N.J. Gibson in 2022\, when Finn first directed and produced the play at the UEA Drama Studio (October 2022) and then at the inaugural Norwich Queer Fest (February 2023). Jesse Smith played Real Boy in both productions. Now\, they bring his story to Colchester in Jesse’s directorial debut via the Lakeside Theatre’s Homegrown programme.  \nWritten by Finn Evans and Ramonah N.J. Gibson. \nAn amateur production presented by arrangement with CHUDATSI: https://chudatsi.wordpress.com/ \nContent warnings: transphobia\, conversion therapy\, detransition\, drug spiking\, bullying\, physical violence.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/real-boy/
LOCATION:Lakeside Theatre\, University of Essex\, Wivenhoe Park\, Colchester\, CO4 3SQ\, GB
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SUMMARY:Wrong Jovi *
DESCRIPTION:Tickets £21.50.Doors open 7.30pm\, starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience. \nWrong Jovi are the The Best Bon Jovi Tribute Band In The World. Described by tribute band expert (Channel 4’s The Convention Crasher) and TV celebrity Justin Lee-Collins. \nWrong Jovi features some of the UKs finest professional musicians. With a set list crammed full of sing-along anthems\, live favourites and rarities\, audiences are guaranteed the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute show. \nFeaturing Ally as Jon Bon Jovi (X Factor\, The Singer Takes It All and Britains Got Talent) aka Jon Wrong Jovi on vocals\, Wrong Jovi have one of the UKs most talented front men leading the band through some of rock n rolls most legendary songs. Ally is backed by some of the UK’s most highly respected musicians. \nFounding member Mark provides Richie Sambora’s fiery guitar lines\, backing vocals and even lead vocals on occasion. Jon (David Bryan) on keyboards and Backing vocals\, Jim (Hugh McDonald) on bass and Backing vocals and Alex (Tico Torres) on drums complete the lineup. \nWith attention to detail in sound and performance\, Wrong Jovi were described as “better than the real thing” by Club 85\, Hitchin at their very first gig. \nhttps://youtu.be/SUARUfuldbM?list=TLGGrqK8SBmljGkxNzAyMjAyNQ
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/wrong-jovi-2/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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SUMMARY:Through the Decades Party Night
DESCRIPTION:Party all night long to the biggest hits from all of the best decades. Whichever decade is your favourite\, you’ll be sure to hear the biggest songs from each decade!  \nOur photobooth will be open\, and fancy dress is always encouraged!  \nDoors open from 7.30pm and the night finishes at midnight. Guests need to be over 18.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/through-the-decades-party-night-4/
LOCATION:Colchester United FC\, JobServe Community Stadium\, United Way\, Colchester\, CO4 5UP\, GB
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SUMMARY:Rory O’Neill at Junction 25 LDC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of line dancing to live music.£8 entryDoors open 7:15pm for 8pmNo bar so bring your own.Tea and coffee available. \nContact Trish on 07815 125261 to book a place
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/rory-oneill-at-junction-25-ldc-2/
LOCATION:Marks Tey Parish Hall\, Old London Rd\, Marks Tey\, CO6 1EJ\, GB
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SUMMARY:Wrong Jovi
DESCRIPTION:Wrong Jovi are the The Best Bon Jovi Tribute Band In The World. Described by tribute band expert (Channel 4’s The Convention Crasher) and TV celebrity Justin Lee-Collins. \nWrong Jovi features some of the UKs finest professional musicians. With a set list crammed full of sing-along anthems\, live favourites and rarities\, audiences are guaranteed the ultimate Bon Jovi tribute show. \nFeaturing Ally as Jon Bon Jovi (X Factor\, The Singer Takes It All and Britains Got Talent) aka Jon Wrong Jovi on vocals\, Wrong Jovi have one of the UKs most talented front men leading the band through some of rock n rolls most legendary songs. Ally is backed by some of the UK’s most highly respected musicians. \nFounding member Mark provides Richie Sambora’s fiery guitar lines\, backing vocals and even lead vocals on occasion. Jon (David Bryan) on keyboards and Backing vocals\, Jim (Hugh McDonald) on bass and Backing vocals and Alex (Tico Torres) on drums complete the lineup.  \nOne not to be missed !
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/wrong-jovi/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
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SUMMARY:Last Friday Pub Crawl (February 2026)
DESCRIPTION:– 8pm – Queen Street Brewhouse– 9pm – The Castle Inn– 10pm – Three Wise Monkeys / Other Monkey Tap Room \nOur regular ‘last Friday’ pub crawls around Colchester. \nThe route is as follows with approximate times so you can ‘hop on’ or ‘hop off’ during the evening. If a pub isn’t serving real ale on the night\, you can always find us in the next pub on the list.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/last-friday-pub-crawl-february-2026/
LOCATION:Queen St Brewhouse\, 7 - 9 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PG\, GB
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SUMMARY:A Twist of ABBA live at The Barn \, Great tey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of all your favourite ABBAhits!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/a-twist-of-abba-live-at-the-barn-great-tey/
LOCATION:The Barn Brasserie\, The Barn Brasserie
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