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SUMMARY:The Jungle Book at the Roman Circus Visitor Centre
DESCRIPTION:Join Chameleon’s Web Theatre Company for their Summer outdoor show – Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book adapted by Neil Duffield. \nMowgli the wolf cub boy and his friends Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther transport us to the jungle in a story that has remained a favourite for generations. \nCan Mowgli discover the secret of Man’s red flower? Can he fight off the terrifying tiger\, Shere Khan? Will he be able to overcome the many dangers of the jungle and live there happily\, or will he leave his wild friends and join the humans in the village? \nFaithful to Kipling’s original beloved story\, this beautifully staged adaptation has proved to be a hit with theatre both in the UK and abroad and is presented as an outdoor performance. \nSunday 19 July 2026 – Roman Circus Visitor Centre\, Colchester @ 4:00pm (gates open 3:00pm)BOOK TICKETS: www.ticketsource.co.uk/chameleonsweb \nTickets Prices: Adults £18; Concessions £14; Family (2 adults\, 2 children) £60
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-jungle-book-at-the-roman-circus-visitor-centre/
LOCATION:Colchester Roman Circus Visitor Centre\, Colchester Roman Circus Visitor Centre
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:Mini Museum Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Sessions are at 10 – 11 am and 11:15 am – 12:15 pm. \nDesigned for children aged 2 1/2 to 5\, along with their parents\, grandparents\, and carers\, these monthly sessions offer an immersive journey of scientific or historical exploration and discovery at the Natural History Museum. \nNature is full of patterns\, colours and shapes. Join us on 21st July for this month’s Mini Museum Explorers session where we are going to be taking a closer look at natures mathematical wonders. From looking at collection items\, to story\, craft and sensory play; it’s all happening in the Natural History Museum! KS1 homeschoolers very welcome in the 11:15 session. \nMini Museum Explorer sessions are designed for children and their carers – they are unsuitable for larger nursery groups (although we are happy to organise these for you!) \nSpaces cost £3 per child. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1635803827843785/?event_time_id=1635803834510451
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/mini-museum-explorers-8/
LOCATION:Colchester Natural History Museum\, Colchester Natural History Museum
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:The Jungle Book at Castle Park Theatre
DESCRIPTION:Join Chameleon’s Web Theatre Company for their Summer outdoor show – Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book adapted by Neil Duffield. \nMowgli the wolf cub boy and his friends Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther transport us to the jungle in a story that has remained a favourite for generations. \nCan Mowgli discover the secret of Man’s red flower? Can he fight off the terrifying tiger\, Shere Khan? Will he be able to overcome the many dangers of the jungle and live there happily\, or will he leave his wild friends and join the humans in the village? \nFaithful to Kipling’s original beloved story\, this beautifully staged adaptation has proved to be a hit with theatre both in the UK and abroad and is presented as an outdoor performance. \nSaturday 1 August 2026 – Castle Park Theatre\, Colchester @ 4:00pm (gates open 3:00pm)BOOK TICKETS: www.castleparktheatre.co.uk \nTickets Prices: Adults £18; Concessions £14; Family (2 adults\, 2 children) £60
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-jungle-book-at-castle-park-theatre/
LOCATION:Lower Castle Park Colchester\, Colchester\, CO1 1\, GB
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260805T110000
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SUMMARY:Summer Art Club - T shirt painting
DESCRIPTION:Drop off the kids for some creative fun. We will be doing T shirt designs and producing colourful T shirts to take home. Refreshments and a snack are included along with all materials. Staff are DBS checked and trained. Spaces are limited so book your spot now.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/summer-art-club-t-shirt-painting/
LOCATION:St John’s & Highwoods Community Centre and The Bluebell Centre\, St John's & Highwoods Community Centre and The Bluebell Centre
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:Pokémon Club (Ages 11-16)
DESCRIPTION:Bring your Decks and battle fellow trainers – or come and learn how to play the Pokémon TCG! \nFree to play!  \nSupported by Essex Youth Services \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/833236596255500/?event_time_id=833236622922164
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/pokemon-club-ages-11-16/
LOCATION:Dice & A Slice\, 37 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PQ\, GB
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:Kid Carpet & The Noisy Animals: Jack & The Beanstalk (Sort Of)
DESCRIPTION:Kid Carpet & The Noisy Animals: Jack & The Beanstalk (Sort Of) \nShare 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. \nThis show is for a seated audience. \nFor families and kids of all ages. \nFamily theatre and rock star legend Kid Carpet is back with a totally brand new show! A lo-fi\, hi-tech\, big-beat bonkers panto stuffed with songs\, silliness and surprises – for all ages and families. \nKid Carpet doesn’t care for panto. The Noisy Animals absolutely love it. So guess what they’re doing? Yep. A panto. Now there’s a beanstalk in the middle of everything\, and nobody’s quite sure what’s going on. \nFeaturing Bear\, Gorilla\, Badger and Hedgehog (with possible appearances from Hedgehog’s golden eggs)\, this is Jack & The Beanstalk like it’s been thrown in a blender with a drum machine and dodgy celebrity lookalikes. Part Air Guitar workshop\, part magical mess\, this lo-fi\, hi-tech\, big-beat bonkers show is stuffed with songs\, silliness and surprises. \nBring your kids. Bring yer nan. Bring snacks. It’s theatre\, but it’s loud\, proud and completely off its bean(stalk). Perfect for ages children\, families\, party monsters\, and fans of noisy nonsense. \nFrom the makers of Kid Carpet & The Noisy Animals\, Noisy Holiday\, Noisy Neighbours\, Noisy Nativity\, Kid Carpet & The Noisy Garden Centre\, Super Mega Rockin’ Rock Show and more! \nJack & The Beanstalk by Kid Carpet & The Noisy Animals.Director – Chris CollierDramaturg – Stephanie KempsonDesigner – Natalie OttoIllustration – Hannah BroadwayPhotography – Stan Patrick
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/kid-carpet-the-noisy-animals-jack-the-beanstalk-sort-of/
LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com
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SUMMARY:Raver Tots Colchester with Matt Jam Lamont
DESCRIPTION:Raver Tots is coming to Colchester! \nBOOK NOW – https://link.dice.fm/ea30963af0d1 \nWITH SPECIAL GUEST – MATT JAM LAMONT \nRaver Tots is the Ultimate Family Dance Party Suitable for ALL AGES! \nGet the kids active at the UK’s number one award winning\, family friendly rave event\, playing the best in House\, Garage\, Drum and Bass and Old Skool Club Classics! \nWhat to Expect: \n– The UK’s biggest names in dance music \n– Huge production show \n– Full decor and theming \n– Dancers and performers \n– Special effects show \n– Lasers and light show \n– Licensed bar \n– Face painting \nRemember\, all ages are welcome – your kids are never too young or too old! We have children of all ages attending. It’s all about spending time with your family\, hearing the best dance music of all time\, and making memories with the people you love. \nAll events sell out in advance\, so please book early to avoid disappointment. NO TICKETS ON THE DOOR! \nTERMS AND INFO: \n• Babies under 18 months are free of charge and do not require a ticket. All other children require a kids ticket. \n• Buggies should not be taken onto the dance floor in case of tripping. They will need to be parked in the buggy park area which is sometimes situated outside\, slings or baby carriers are recommended. \n• All children under 12 require kids tickets\, children 12 and over require adult tickets. \n• Strictly no adults admitted without a child (maximum of 4 adults to 1 child). \n• Please note parents remain responsible for children at all times. Children must remain under adult supervision and we kindly request no running. \n• Tickets are non-refundable and can only be re-sold through our trusted partners at Tixel \n• Music is kept at safe levels at all times in line with our risk assessment guidelines. Please note it is still loud so bring ear defenders if you wish. \n• Expect full club lighting in a festival style environment. \n• By attending you give permission for Raver Tots to take photos and videos of the event for the use of press. If you see a photo you wish to have these taken down please contact us via our Facebook page. \n• No external food or drink is permitted on site \n• PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN INDOOR EVENT. \n• Venues vary considerably in shape and size so may differ slightly from video footage dependant on the space available \n• Allergy advice\, we use latex balloons in the production \n• Strobe lighting may be used in the venue
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/raver-tots-colchester/
LOCATION:Trilogy Colchester\, Trilogy Colchester
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:SEND friendly play sessions
DESCRIPTION:Go Bananas is proud to provide children aged 0-12 years with regular S.E.N.D friendly soft play sessions. \nOur S.E.N.D friendly soft play sessions are designed to provide a calm and relaxed atmosphere; ideal for those children who would love to come to Go Bananas; but the normal day noise and activity be too much for them. \nThe centre is closed and only open to those who have pre-booked onto the session and numbers are kept to a minimum. \nThis session is suitable for children with S.E.N.D and their parents/guardians and siblings\, aged between 0-12 years. \nCafé is open as normal. \nChildren remain the responsibility of their parents and guardians throughout. \nUnfortunately Go Bananas Annual Passes\, Free Entry Vouchers or Loyalty Passports cannot be used for this special event. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1241411797857545/?event_time_id=1241411834524208
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/send-friendly-play-sessions/
LOCATION:9-10 Mason Road\, Cowdray Centre\, CO11BX Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 9-10 Mason Road\, Cowdray Centre\, CO11BX Colchester\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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