13.6°C Arpita Shah: Nalini
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 [...]
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Events for Thu, October 1, 2026
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Duncan Grant: Worlds Through Desire: From Drawing to Cruising to DMs
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 [...]
Simon Carter: From the Landscape
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 [...]
Jane Eyre
A Mercury ProductionOne woman’s fight for a life that is worthy of her courage, and a love that is worthy of her heart.Orphaned as a young girl, the passionate and [...]
New Face for Leprosy Exhibition
This October, the New Face for Leprosy exhibition comes to Colchester Library for a free, month-long public exhibition exploring the lives and experiences of people affected by leprosy. The project [...]
Needle Felting Workshop with Nicola
First Thursday of the month at 10am Needle felting workshops. Seasonal themes with Nicola October – pumpkins and bats November – mixed media Robins December – gingerbread people & stars Let’s create! Get creative with Nicola in these fun, hands-on, needle felting workshops! Suitable for beginners and those with previous experience can try some [...]
£25.00
Mini Movers & Makers Toddler Group
Mini Movers & Makers is our Parent and Toddler group for children between 2 to 4 years old and their parents/carers. Enjoy a fun and creative hour together inspired by [...]
First Thursdays: Relaxed Opening
As part of the First Thursdays Festival, join us at Colchester Castle for a special session designed for visitors with autism or other sensory sensitivities.We turn off sounds and visual [...]
Pokemon Club
For ages 11-16 Come and play Pokémon TCG or learn to play! 3pm-6pm FREE TO PLAY!! Next Meet-Up Thursday 1st October
YAK | Young Art Kommunity
About YAK: Develop your approach to and understanding of art with other young people. Young Art Kommunity (YAK) is Firstsite’s young-people peer led group which organises events and activities within [...]
Rewilding Imagination Labs
A monthly gathering for artists, creatives, and the curious to explore the uncharted territories of imagination. Guided by Daniel & Clara, each session unfolds around a new theme, inviting attendees into participatory exercises, immersive experiences, and collective discussion. Sitting at the intersection of workshop, performance, and experimental space, the Lab encourages experimentation, challenges habitual thinking, [...]
Sluts Read Smut
A judgement-free zone to celebrate the books that make you blush! Didn't finish the book? No worries! Show up for the debrief, giggles and drinks.
Pub Quiz
Think you know your stuff? Grab your friends and put your knowledge to the test at our Pub Quiz! Join us for an evening of friendly competition, great laughs, and plenty of brain-teasing questions covering everything from general knowledge and music to sport, pop culture, films, and more. Whether you're a quiz champion or just [...]
Final Reason & TWM live presents Hour of Reprisal + 2nd Location + Sanguine Rose + Brainstem
Final Reason & TWM live presents presents Hour of Reprisal, 2nd Location, Sanguine Rose, Brainstem, performing live at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester.Get ready for a night of heavy riffs, raw energy, and unforgettable live performances as Hour of Reprisal, 2nd Location, Sanguine Rose and Brainstem take over Three Wise Monkeys. Expect a diverse lineup of [...]
Final Reason & TWM live presents Hour of Reprisal + 2nd Location + Sanguine Rose + Brainstem
Final Reason & TWM live presents presents Hour of Reprisal, 2nd Location, Sanguine Rose, Brainstem, performing live at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester. Get ready for a night of heavy riffs, raw energy, and unforgettable live performances as Hour of Reprisal, 2nd Location, Sanguine Rose and Brainstem take over Three Wise Monkeys. Expect a diverse lineup [...]
MEGSON live COLCHESTER
MEGSON - COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRETHU 01 OCT -8:00pmDoors 7:30pmFour times nominated in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and double winners of the Spiral Earth Awards, MEGSON create a truly unique brand of folk music.Combining an infectious mix of heavenly vocals, lush harmonies and driving rhythmic guitars, MEGSON have gained a reputation not only for [...]
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