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Tim Noble & Sue Webster: Love and Hate at Firstsite

Firstsite Lewis Gardens, Colchester

Noble & Webster have created a remarkable group of anti-monuments in their 24-year career, mixing the strategies of modern sculpture and the attitude of punk to make art from anti-art. [...]

Curry Night

Other Monkey Brewing - The Taproom 5-6 St Nicholas St, Colchester

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

Arpita Shah: Nalini

Firstsite Lewis Gardens, Colchester

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: From Drawing to Cruising to DMs

Firstsite Lewis Gardens, Colchester

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 by Shart Artfunkle

Level Best Enterprises Level Best Enterprises

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 [...]

Then and Now: Colchester Art Society

The Minories, 74 High Street, Colchester CO1 1UE The Minories, 74 High Street, Colchester CO1 1UE

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 [...]

Heritage Open Days 2026 – Colchester

Heritage Open Days returns from Friday 11th to Sunday 20th September 2026, opening up historic buildings, museums, churches and other sites across Colchester and the surrounding area. The 2026 programme [...]

Cask Ale Week

Other Monkey Brewing - The Taproom 5-6 St Nicholas St, Colchester

It’s time to give cask the spotlight! Join us for Cask Beer Week as we celebrate Other Monkey Brewing cask beers acrossOther Monkey Brewing The Taproom & Three Wise Monkeys [...]

Wivenhoe Memories Exhibition

William Loveless Hall 85-87 High St, Colchester

The return of the late John Stewart's much loved Wivenhoe Memories Exhibition.This year's exhibition will look back to the 1960's, a transformative decade for the town that saw the final [...]

Simon Carter: From the Landscape

Firstsite Lewis Gardens, Colchester

Essex artist Simon Carter transforms Firstsite's gallery with From the Landscape, an immersive exhibition inspired by the Essex coast and countryside. Carter has spent more than 40 years walking, drawing [...]

Krafty Kids

Firstsite Lewis Gardens, Colchester

Krafty Kids is a monthly creative workshop designed for young people aged 7-12+ who are curious about art and enjoy making their own work. Each session introduces a different theme [...]

Draw from Harry Becker

74 High Street, CO1 1UE Colchester, United Kingdom 74 High Street, CO1 1UE Colchester, United Kingdom

The day’s drawing will focus on Harry Becker’s great facility for drawing from life. Alongside artist Jevan Watkins Jones, study a selection of Becker’s drawings, experiment with his techniques and [...]

Wivenhoe Memories Exhibition

William Loveless Hall 85-87 High St, Colchester

The return of the late John Stewart's much loved Wivenhoe Memories Exhibition.This year's exhibition will look back to the 1960's, a transformative decade for the town that saw the final [...]

Headway Essex Classic Vehicle and Vintage Show

Colchester Castle Park Colchester Castle Park

Classic Vehicle and Vintage Show – A Fantastic Family Day OutJoin us for our annual Classic Vehicle and Vintage Show, a much-loved event that returns this year bigger and better [...]

Sunday Sesssions – September

Three Wise Monkeys 60 High Street, Colchester

Every Sunday in September | 5PM–8PM | St Nicholas SquareJoin us in the heart of town this September for Summer Sunday Sessions — a feel-good series of free live music [...]

The Country Music Experience: Colchester – Charter Hall

Charter Hall Charter Hall

The Country Music Experience by The Country Collective: ColchesterSign up here to be notified when tickets go on sale 👉 https://kickofflabs.com/giveaway/country-music-experience-2025-signWe are thrilled to bring our sell out show back to Colchester's go to live event destination! The Country Collective brings you an incredible country experience like no other, throw on those cowboy hats, two [...]

Colchester ALB Festival 2025

Lower Castle Park Colchester Colchester

The biggest & best family event of the year!A huge weekend festival, with massive acts and fun for the whole family. All supporting the amazing work we do for Colchester and the community ❤️

The Hot Club of Wivenhoe. Bezique: Nu-Gypsy Acoustic Jazz

Wivenhoe Congregational Church 101 High Street, Colchester

Bezique Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDTUtg0Y5PM"Smart’s playing, both with and without the bow, is exceptional throughout." - The JazzMann"A fascinating melting pot of musical influences." - World Music Central". . . she morphs seamlessly from Stephane Grappelli-like swing and Bird-like bebop . . ." JazzwiseLed by cellist Shirley Smart, Bezique perform a variety of acoustic jazz and café [...]

Faulty Towers: The Original Dining Experience

Colchester United FC JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester

50 years to the day since the show first aired, come and celebrate Faulty Towers' success with this interactive dining experience. The audience will enjoy a beautiful 3 course meal alongside 5 star comedy whilst you become diners in the 'Faulty Towers' restaurant. Basil, Sybil & Manuel will host this entertaining evening, where you can [...]

National Theatre Live: Inter Alia

Lakeside Theatre University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester

Inter Aliaa new play by Suzie MillerOscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie.Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an [...]

Acoustic Showcase

Other Monkey Brewing - The Taproom 5-6 St Nicholas St, Colchester

Join us for an afternoon of incredible live music at the OMB Acoustic Showcase! Starting at 3pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant array of acoustic performances by talented local artists.Performers:MATT CALDERBANKNATHAN LISGOIF NOT NOWMATT-AS-TROPHETime: Music begins at 3pmHost: Sam YoungCome and enjoy a relaxing Sunday filled with soulful tunes and great company. Don't miss this [...]

FM Brotherhood Tour + Brave Rival // Colchester Arts Centre

Colchester Arts Centre Church Street, Colchester

FM are pleased to announce their new full band “Brotherhood” tour for Sept 2025 FM will perform songs from their past 14 albums including their 1984 debut album Indiscreet, plus Tough It Out, Metropolis, Synchronized and many more. Formed in the 80's by the Overland brothers FM have become one of the UK's seminal Rock [...]

Meteora – The Linkin Park Tribute / with support from Limpbiscuit

Coda Colchester Coda Colchester

Meteora make their Colchester debut - The UK's #1 Tribute to LINKIN PARK"These talented guys really inhabit the energy of Linkin Park and are clearly dedicated fans of the songs, which they perform with impressive harmonies and nostalgic riffs. They transported me back to my teens!"with support from LIMPBISCUITFriday 19th September 20257pm Doors£15 adv / [...]

Missrepresent & Friends

Colchester

Babas 5 Crouch StreetColchester CO3 3EN 07581 043041

Bezique: Nu-Gypsy Acoustic Jazz

Wivenhoe Congregational Church 101 High Street, Colchester

"Smart’s playing, both with and without the bow, is exceptional throughout." - The JazzMann"A fascinating melting pot of musical influences." - World Music Central". . . she morphs seamlessly from Stephane Grappelli-like swing and Bird-like bebop . . ." JazzwiseLed by cellist Shirley Smart, Bezique performs a variety of acoustic jazz and café music from [...]

Dog ‘Ole Acoustic at The Victoria Inn, Colchester

Victoria Inn 10 North Station Road, Colchester

Punk/folk collective who refuse to be put into a musical category and insist that they are #justaband. Loud, bold and full of mischief, Dog 'Ole have a mix of raucous original songs plus a few covers and are guaranteed to bring the noise.Our first time playing the Victoria Inn as Dog 'Ole...though you may recognise [...]

Bézique: Nu-Gypsy Acoustic Jazz

Wivenhoe Congregational Church 101 High Street, Colchester

Led by cellist Shirley Smart, Bézique performs a variety of acoustic jazz and café music from around the world. Their repertoire includes material by Django Reinhardt, Richard Galliano, and Bireli Lagrene, as well as original compositions. They also incorporate an occasional and rarely heard North African flavour to their repertoire through the inclusion of works [...]

Christine Collister SOLO tour 2025

Colchester Arts Centre Church Street, Colchester

With a voice described by The Times as “personally delivered by God,” Christine Collister returns to the stage this year with a beautifully expanded live experience based around her acclaimed 2024 project Children of the Sea — a spellbinding suite of original songs inspired by the folklore of her native Isle of Man.Following a warm [...]

Yazmin wood ~ summer party

The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub - Colchester The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub - Colchester

✨don’t miss this✨ 🍾🍸🍾🍸🍾🍸Summer send off atThe Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub - Colchester!Tickets on sale now!only £10 see link 🔗 in comments to book ✨

German Taster Evening

Other Monkey Brewing - The Taproom 5-6 St Nicholas St, Colchester

Get a taste of Bavaria at our German Taster Evening! Join us on Wednesday 17th September throughout the evening we will guide you through a selection of authentic German beers paired with traditional German food. Tickets online cost £35. Availability is limited for this event so pre-booking is essential.Starts 7pm in our tasting roomOver 18s [...]

THE LEYLINES with support from Wilswood Buoys

Three Wise Monkeys 60 High Street, Colchester

The Leylines: ‘Phosphenes’ Album Tour 202519th September | Doors 7:30pm | £15 + booking fee | Over 18s onlyExperience the long-awaited third album from The Leylines as they bring ‘Phosphenes’ to life. Six years in the making, this transformative record blends cinematic rock with indie-folk authenticity, marking a bold evolution in the band’s sound.Hailing from [...]

Hibiscus Haze

Three Wise Monkeys 60 High Street, Colchester

Hibiscus Haze, New Single Photo Booth with support from Star CrossedJoin us on Sunday 14th September for a special night on the Top Floor of Three Wise Monkeys as Hibiscus Haze celebrate the release of their brand new single Photo Booth. Expect rising local talent, with support from Star Crossed.📅 Date: Sunday 14th September� 🕕 [...]

POSTPONED CK9R Pub Quiz at Hole in The Wall – 19/09/2025

Hole in the Wall Hole in the Wall

Due to the influx of animals in the rescue and personal circumstances going on at the moment, we need to postpone the quiz night tomorrow. As the rescue is ran by a limited number of volunteers, we need to ensure our time is being put first for our personal lives and the animals lives.We will [...]

Iceland In Winter – Talk by Colin Westgate MFIAP FRPS MPAGB APAGB

Ireton Road, CO3 3AT Colchester, United Kingdom Ireton Road, CO3 3AT Colchester, United Kingdom

Colin has been photographing landscapes for over 60 years andhas never wavered in his enthusiasm and passion for this diverse subject. One of his favourite locations is Iceland, a country he has returned to repeatedly. The raw and dramatic volcanic scenery offers endless and exciting opportunities for photography.In winter, the unique Icelandic landscape is transformed [...]

Tim Noble & Sue Webster: Love and Hate at Firstsite

Firstsite Lewis Gardens, Colchester

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 draws on Noble and Webster's distinctive use of light, signage and popular culture. Their illuminated works reference everything from British seaside attractions to Las Vegas [...]

Jean Michel Jarre’s Oxygene performed by Mark Jenkins

Colchester Arts Centre Church Street, Colchester

Tickets £15Doors 7pm, show 7.30pmThis gig is for a seated audienceJean-Michel Jarre's OXYGENE and 50 years of electronic space music performed live by MARK JENKINS Amazingly it's 50 years since Jean-Michel Jarre's 18 million-selling album "Oxygene" changed the face of electronic and popular music. Now music tech expert MARK JENKINS ("Tubular Bells for the Moog [...]