Tim Noble & Sue Webster's Love and Hate at Firstsite brings a series of illuminated sculptures by the internationally recognised British artists to spaces throughout the Colchester gallery. The exhibition [...]
Arpita Shah's Nalini explores motherhood, migration, heritage and the connections between generations through the stories of the artist, her mother and her grandmother. Developed across India, East Africa and the [...]
Duncan Grant: Worlds Through Desire brings together artworks, stories and poetry from different generations to explore the ways LGBT+ people have sought friendship, community and intimacy across changing times and [...]
Physical Slop: Rage, Love and Chaos is a new exhibition by Shart Artfunkle at Level Best Art Gallery in Colchester. Running throughout September, the exhibition presents work from the mysterious [...]
Marking Colchester Art Society's 80th anniversary, Then and Now brings together new work by CAS members responding to pieces from the society's permanent collection. Artists were invited to create their [...]
This event is now SOLD OUTJoin us on 5 September 2026 from 10am to 1pm for an immersive tarot workshop exploring manifestation and intention setting.You’ll learn how to use tarot as a practical tool to focus your energy and support your goals. The session includes guided exercises and ritual elements to help you connect with [...]
Sell out Life Drawing Sessions!Now booking for Saturdays inSEPTEMBER 2026. This ticket is for 1 month (4 Saturdays)Join artist Sarah Hill for three-hour life drawing sessions on Saturday mornings from 10am to 1pm, in Colchester.Enjoy a calm relaxing atmosphere drawing from life. Models are all shapes, sizes and ages. Basic materials provided, but feel free [...]
Invasion Colchester returns for its 14th year!The original sci-fi, fantasy and comic book city-wide charity event is back in Colchester City Centre on Saturday 5 September 2026, from 10am to 4pm.Expect characters from across sci-fi, fantasy and comics, show cars from TV and film, special guests, live performances, family activities, competitions and plenty more throughout [...]
🎻 FOLK ON THE RECA Community Folk Music FestivalGather with friends, family and neighbours for a gentle day of live folk music, fresh air and good company.Folk on the Rec is a celebration of local grassroots musicians, traditional sounds and simple pleasures — music played on real instruments, shared food, cold drinks, and children dancing [...]
Kid Carpet & The Noisy Animals: Jack & The Beanstalk (Sort Of)Share this showDates5 Sep 2026Venues:Colchester Arts CentreCategories:FAMILYTickets £7 / £6 concessions.Family Ticket £22 (admits 4 - at least one of whom must be a child)Doors open 1.30pm, starts 2pm.This show is for a seated audience.For families and kids of all ages.Family theatre and rock [...]
*This event was rescheduled from May*Live performances by Matt and Stuart responding to recordings made at the locations of two John Constable paintings.
Back at Roots & Grooves Cafe for Our End of Summer Party The House Get Together 🏠A night of Underground House Music Saturday 5th September 7pm - 1am#housemusic #dj #supportlocalartists
Come and enjoy an evening of beautiful music - a wonderful mix of originals and covers from two local bands.Jamie Williams & the Roots Collective:Americana, Blues, Country, Rock - Jamie is a prolific writer of accessible songs that people love; songs good enough to hold their own in a solo acoustic setting, a duo, or [...]
GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN Ladies… are you ready for the ultimate girls’ night out? Grab your besties and join us for Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, the ultimate girl power disco packed with iconic singalong anthems, feel-good energy, cocktails & dancing. From 60s divas to legendary 90s girl and boy bands to today’s chart-topping [...]
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