24 Karat: Live at Coda
2026-01-17 20:00 - 23:00 (Europe/London) | Coda Colchester, Coda Colchester
Kicking off the new year in style at one of our favourite live music venues! Always a great night in Coda, so make sure you bring your friends and party to 2 sets of great covers from 24K, with DJ Pressplay spinning the tunes until late!

Candlelight: Tribute to Adele | Essex
2026-01-17 20:30 - 23:30 | Colchester High Street, Colchester High Street
👉 Tickets https://tinyurl.com/candlt-tribute-to-adele-ess
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Essex. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Adele at Colchester Town Hall – Moot Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info 📍 Venue: Colchester Town Hall – Moot Hall 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector 👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ♿ Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible 🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
Programme• Hello• Rumour Has It• Make You Feel My Love• Water Under the Bridge• Oh My God• Someone Like You• Send My Love (To Your New Lover)• Chasing Pavements• Skyfall• When We Were Young• Set Fire to the Rain• Easy On Me• Rolling in the DeepPerformers• November 21st: String Quartet – Ariori Quartet
📣 Please share this event with your friends! 🎶👫

Colchester Mega Fun Day - Sun 18th Jan
2026-01-18 10:30 - 16:30 | Charter Hall, Charter Hall
🎉 MEGA FUN DAY – COLCHESTER! 🎉1 DAY OF FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
DATES & TIMES 📅 Sunday 18th January 2026⏰ Session Times:• 10:30 – 12:00• 12:30 – 2:00• 2:30 – 4:00
🎟 Early Bird Child Wristbands – £8.99!Limited availability!
MAIN ATTRACTIONS 🏰 Giant Bouncy Castles🌴 Huge Slides🎢 Fun Runs & Assault Courses🎮 Activity Units🍭 Games & Competitions
PLUS… LIVE Children’s Entertainer!🪄 Magic🕺 Mini Disco🎁 Prizes & Fun Games
WHO IT’S FOR?👧 Kids aged 2–11👨‍👩‍👧 Perfect for the whole family!All activities included in your ticket!
GET TICKETS NOW!
Bounce, slide, race, and laugh your way through an unforgettable day of MEGA FUN!
⚠️ Parents must supervise children at all times. Mega Inflatables Ltd accepts no responsibility for any injuries.

Somatic Inquiry Workshop
2026-01-18 14:00 - 15:30 | The Tree Room, Trinity Street, Colchester, United Kingdom, The Tree Room, Trinity Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
Bodywork, Mindfulness & Breathwork with Somatics – Soul-Food for the Whole SelfHow are you, really?How has your emotional and mental wellbeing been lately?Have you checked in with your body, mind, and heart recently, to feel what’s truly going on beneath the surface?If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, low on energy or simply in need of deep self-care, this monthly class is for you.✨ This is a guided inward journey to reconnect, reset and restore.We’ll explore:🌀 Bodywork – using somatic movement and energy release practices to help you move through and let go of stuck or suppressed emotions and energetic blockages. Gentle and intuitive, this isn’t exercise, it’s a conversation with your body.🌀 Breathwork – intentionally crafted to support the vagus nerve, calming the nervous system and creating more space for emotional regulation and inner safety.🌀 Mindfulness – cultivating stillness and self-awareness, holding space for all parts of you to be felt and witnessed with compassion.This is a trauma-sensitive practice space, where nothing is forced and everything is an invitation.With my background in nursing and a degree in health, I bring together the wisdom of science with the depth of somatic, spiritual practice to support healing on a mental, emotional, physical and energetic level.🌀 Suitable for all – no experience needed🌀 A gentle yet transformative space to return to your self🌀 The Tree Room🌀 Monthly offering – booking now open🔗 Book here: https://dharmabelle.co.uk/somatic-enquiry-workshops/
https://www.facebook.com/events/1242704611058220/?event_time_id=1242704624391552

Keep Colchester Cool Theatre Awards 2025
2026-01-18 14:00 - 17:00 | Headgate Theatre, Headgate Theatre
It’s that time of year again as The Keep Colchester Cool Theatre Awards return to celebrate the very best of local theatre. Formerly known as The Paulies until 2024, the awards continue their tradition of championing community talent – now under the Keep Colchester Cool banner.
This year also marks a few changes. Keep Colchester Cool Theatre Editor Paul T. Davies is joined by fellow reviewer Tim Young, who has helped broaden the number of productions seen and considered.
For the first time ever, the awards will be celebrated live and in person, bringing nominees, performers, theatre-makers and supporters together at the Headgate Theatre for a shared community celebration. ceremony will run from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday, 18th January 2026.
The move to a live event marks an exciting moment for the awards, offering everyone the chance to come together and celebrate the incredible talent in Colchester’s theatre scene.
Join us for the CelebrationThis first-ever live ceremony promises to be a brilliant afternoon honouring the talent, creativity and dedication of Colchester’s theatre community. we’d love you to join us at the Headgate Theatre to celebrate together.
Tickets are £5 plus £1.50 booking fee.
Dress Code: Smart Casual.

Bassistry
2026-01-18 14:00 - 17:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £20.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a seated audience.
Bassistry is a dynamic vocal-led Nu Jazz band, that Blues & Soul Magazine’s, 5-star review, described as “ a mix of funk grooves with Latin Rhythms and pulsating electronic, and beautiful contemporary soundscapes.’
Bassistry’s music is recognized for crossing genres. The band features some of London’s finest musicians, who have toured and recorded with artists as diverse as Paloma Faith, Craig David, Cat Stevens (Yusuf Islam) Plan B, Tom Jones and Grace Jones.
“Jamiroquai-influenced funk” ‘slight Massive Attack territory’, the vibes of the Brand New Heavies, Incognito and all sorts” ‘Amy Winehouse feel’ are all magazine quotes used to pinpoint Bassistry’s music.
Bassistry will play tracks from albums, Short Stories, What The Hell Do You Call This? And In Time produced with Ivor Award Winning producer Cassell the Beatmaker, as well as, In Time and EP Try This.
The albums combines Soul, African, Jazz, Reggae, funk and electronica. The songs tell different stories about the human condition, and reflecting on the sign of the times.
Bassistry are a superb live experience that will take you through a wide range of emotions.
https://www.bassistry.com https://bassistry.bandcamp.com/album/short-stories https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/bassistry/286745696

Women's Sacred Drum Circle
2026-01-18 16:15 - 18:15 | The Tree Room, Trinity Street, Colchester, United Kingdom, The Tree Room, Trinity Street, Colchester, United Kingdom
In our Sacred Drum Circles, we unite in a circle, a symbol of wholeness and unity. The drum, one of the oldest instruments known to humanity, guides us on a journey of self-expression and connection. Through the steady beat of the drum, we enter a meditative and healing space where each woman is honoured and heard.
We hold these circles with deep reverence for the ancient wisdom passed down by our ancestors, creating a sacred container that allows for growth, empowerment, and healing.At the heart of our drum circles is the powerful energy of sisterhood. In this space, we are committed to uplifting, supporting, and empowering one another. Through laughter, shared experiences, and the rhythm of the drums, we create bonds that transcend the every day and help each woman feel seen, valued, and supported.
No previous drumming experience is needed; whether you are new to drumming or a seasoned drummer, every woman is welcome. We drum to heal ourselves, to empower our spirits, and to remind one another of the strength and beauty we all carry.Please bring your own drum or musical instrument, I will have spares if you do not own one.Love, Claire
Summer Dates To come – They will be held in nature!
Time – 16.15 – 18.15Where – The Tree Room, Trinity Street, Colchester, Essex.Investment£15.00 per personhttps://dharmabelle.co.uk/womens-sacred-drum-circles/
https://www.facebook.com/events/1955150208436025/?event_time_id=1955150211769358

Bassistry 'Live;
2026-01-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester Arts Centre
Bassistry is a dynamic vocal-led Nu Jazz band, that Blues & Soul Magazine’s, 5-star review, described as“ a mix of funk grooves with Latin Rhythms and pulsating electronic, and beautiful contemporary soundscapes.’ play live show.

Drink & Draw: January 2026
2026-01-20 19:00 - 23:00 | The Odd One Out, 28 Mersea Road, Colchester, CO2 7ET, GB
First Drink & Draw of 2026!
An evening of Drinking and Drawing in the pub. All are welcome!
Bring a sketchbook, something to draw with, and some money for a drink (or two)
See you there!

Kizomba Colchester
2026-01-20 19:30 - 21:30 | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
Join us upstairs at Three Wise Monkeys every Tuesday for our weekly Kizomba lessons.
Every class is unique. The routines are progressive and adaptive, regardless of your experience or dancing background.It’s all about the fundamentals, the rhythm, timing, and technique of Kizomba dance and its music.
Venue: Three Wise Monkeys, 60 High St, Colchester CO1 IDN.Parking: The nearest car park is Priory Street Car Park – 40 Priory St, Colchester CO1 2QA. It is about a 5-minute walk to the venue.07:30 – 07:45 – Doors open07:45 – 08:45 – Kizomba lessons08:45 – 09:30 – Freestyle/SocialsEntry fee :£8 – Door/Card/Bank transfer.
Who is it for?___________________________________________These classes are for anyone who has been searching for an opportunity to learn Kizomba but never had the chance, or if you need more practice.
Fisayo is an experienced Kizomba instructor who is passionate about Kizomba and Semba dance and music.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1204496037844929/?event_time_id=1204496054511594

The James Hunter Six + Lucca Mae
2026-01-20 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £26.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience.
The James Hunter Six returns with their first album on Easy Eye Sound, delivering another dose of timeless rhythm & soul. British singer, songwriter and GRAMMY-nominated James Hunter has been a legendary fixture in the scene for over three decades with his gritty voice and sharp songwriting earning him acclaim around the world. This new record features a rare duet with longtime collaborator Van Morrison (‘Ain’t That A Trip’), marking a full-circle moment for the artist hailed by MOJO magazine as “The United Kingdom’s Greatest Soul Singer.”
Hunter and his six-piece band have toured the world for decades from tiny clubs to large festivals, with Hunter also sharing the stage to support legends including Mavis Staples, Aretha Franklin, BB King, Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, and Van Morrison. Whether belting out up-tempo R&B or crafting candle-lit ballads, James Hunter is a must-see artist who effortlessly draws from the depths of his musical well, leaving audiences captivated and craving more.
Set for release January 16th, ‘Off The Fence’ is a landmark album for James Hunter himself for a number of different reasons. In many ways it represents his past, his present and his future. The new album is the perfect amalgam of everything that is great about James Hunter’s songwriting, delivery and outlook. It also marks a fresh start. His first release on Dan Auerbach’s (The Black Keys) Easy Eye Sound label, 2026 is going to be a big year for Hunter, striking the world with music that matters. Get ready to ride with The James Hunter Six. ​ ​
Socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJamesHunterSixInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameshuntersix/
Support: Lucca MaeLucca Mae is taking the UK by storm—one gig at a time. A standout talent on the burgeoning London Soul/Ska circuit. Mae channels the raw soul of Sam Cooke, Paulo Nutini and the timeless spirit of Amy Winehouse. Her artistry caught the attention of legendary drummer brothers Alan White (Oasis) and Steve White (Paul Weller), who is currently recording on her highly anticipated debut album—an endorsement few can claim. With a trail of sold-out shows across the UK, Australia, Canada and Sweden her ability to woo an audience has made her one of the most talked-about emerging artists in the scene.

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly - A Life in Weddings, Its Development, Picture and Stories
2026-01-20 19:30 - 2026-01-21 22:00 | Ireton Road, CO3 3AT Colchester, United Kingdom, Ireton Road, CO3 3AT Colchester, United Kingdom
Talk by Tony Bramley FRPS.
Tonight Tony looks back at his career in Wedding Photography and how it happened, where it went and how it ended. Sprinkled with photo tips, styles and a few stories that sum up the good, the bad and the ugly of this rewarding profession.
(Visitors £5.00) lightacademy.co.uk

Magic The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed Pre-Release Event
2026-01-21 18:45 - 23:00 | ACE Comics, 42 Culver Street East, Colchester, CO1 1LE, GB
Whether you’re taking your first steps into Magic, finishing up your Standard deck, or diving deep into Modern, Commander, and more—Magic: The Gathering Lorwyn Eclipsed has some great cards to add.
Lorwyn Eclipsed Prerelease is coming and we will be running 3 pre-release events for this set new core set in the magic timeline.What you get6 Lorwyn Eclipsed Play Boosters which contain 14 Magic cards1 foil, year-stamped Rare or Mythic Rare1 deck box1 Spindown die
Aim of the day is to build a Minimum of a 40 card deck with the boosters you get and compete in swiss rounds to find a winner (Land boxes are provided so all you need to bring is you).For this event there will only be a booster put into the prize pot for each player. (the extra per player is a while stocks last and promotional pre-release boosters are already out sorry)
Start time: 6:45pmCost £32.50
Please note all of these events have limited spaces of 48 people, so to avoid missing out please either click attend on this event, come in and speak to a member of staff of call us on 01206 561912 to make sure you don’t miss out.

LATES: The Ed Poets Society
2026-01-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Mercury Theatre Colchester, Mercury Theatre Colchester
Calling all poetry lovers!
Maybe you like listening to poetry.Maybe you like sharing your poetry.Maybe you’ve never shared it before.Maybe you know a poet.
If you fall into one of the above, then come to the Mercury Theatre.
Bring a friend or come and make new ones.
This is a free event, hosted from 7-9pm in the Mercury Theatre Café Bar.
The host, Ed, is providing a safe space for people to express themselves using the power of their words.
Come. Be moved. Be inspired.
Sign up with Ed from 7pm on the evening if you wish to read/perform.

Camelot the Pantomime
2026-01-21 19:00 - 21:30 | William Loveless Hall, 85-87 High St, Colchester, CO7 9AB, GB
🎭 Wivenhoe Pantomime Group Presents: Camelot the Panto! 🏰
⚔️ Written & Directed by Elise Roberts
Get ready for a magical adventure full of laughs, music, and mischief in this year’s Wivenhoe pantomime — Camelot the Panto! Join us for an enchanting tale set in the legendary land of Wyvenhoe, where knights, dragons, and surprises await the whole family.
📅 Show Dates:Wednesday 21st 7pmThursday 22nd 7pmFriday 23rd 7pmSaturday 24th 1pm and 6pm
📍 Venue:William Loveless Hall, High Street, Wivenhoe
🎟 Tickets on Sale: NOVEMBER 7th, 9am!
💷 Prices:Adults: £12Children (Under 16): £6Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children): £32
This is a community event full of fun for all ages – don’t miss your chance to see Wivenhoe’s favourite annual tradition come to life on stage!⭐ Save the date, gather your family and friends, and prepare to shout “It’s behind you!” 🎉
https://www.facebook.com/events/1867489717204120/?event_time_id=1867489723870786

An Evening with Peter F Hamilton Hosted by Adam Whitehead
2026-01-21 19:00 - 22:00 | 12-13 High Street, CO1 1DA Colchester, United Kingdom, 12-13 High Street, CO1 1DA Colchester, United Kingdom
We are delighted to welcome Peter F Hamilton to the store to talk about the first novel in his Arkship Trilogy. Peter has been a key figure in British Science Fiction for more than thirty years. Thanks to Adam Whitehead for agreeing to interview Peter for the event. Adam has been writing The Werzone blog for more than ten years, in which he reviews all things Sci-fi and Fantasy.
In Peter’s new novel, a colony ship has been travelling through space for 500 years in search of a fresh planet to settle. A rebellion early in the voyage has left the colonists short of resources, so that everything, including people, must be Cycled once they are no longer useful. When Hazel’s brother suffers a paralyzing accident she refuses to allow him to be Cycled. She finds a hidden group, who refuse to adhere to the ships rules, called the Cheaters. What they tell her gives the lie to all she has been taught growing up and she joins a thrilling race to save the ship from destruction.
Tickets must be purchased online. The doors will open at 6.45pm fo a 7pm start.

Life Drawing - Thursday, 22nd January 2026
2026-01-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Straight Road Community Centre, Straight Road Community Centre
We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.
All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay £10 cash for the session.
Drawing boards, easels, papers, charcoal and pencils are provided for free or bring your materials.
Accessible venue.
Location: Straight Road Community Centre329 Straight Road, Colchester, CO3 9EF

Two Come Home
2026-01-23 19:00 - 20:45 | Lakeside Theatre, University of Essex, Wivenhoe Park, Colchester, CO4 3SQ, GB
It’s winter in a small, isolated town in the Appalachian mountains. Ex-con and recovered addict Evan lives a simple and solitary existence until some old ghosts return to unbury a decade’s worth of pain.
Direct from an acclaimed off-west end run at The Cockpit Theatre, having received 5-star reviews and a whopping seven Fringe Theatre Award nominations, Two Come Home is an unflinching tale of poverty, addiction, and homophobia. A unique combination of true crime, romance, and family drama all set to a haunting live soundtrack.
Run time: 90 minutes plus interval
Trigger warnings: This production contains haze, loud noises, gunshot sound effects, strong language, nudity, depictions of violence and death, references to physical and sexual assault.
★★★★★ “Raw, gritty, in some moments horrifying, and at times quite beautiful” – My View From The Stalls
★★★★★ “A truly unmissable play – this is outstanding, unforgettable theatre.” – Squirrp
★★★★★ “A gut-wrenching drama that is a huge credit to its highly talented queer cast & crew.” – The Spy In The Stalls
★★★★★ “This wonderfully written character-centric drama is, to get straight to the point – absolutely outstanding.” – Rated Reviewed

Magic The Gathering Friday Night Magic Standard Event
2026-01-23 19:00 - 23:00 | ACE Comics, 42 Culver Street East, Colchester, CO1 1LE, GB
With Friday nights back at Ace Comics Gaming Centre, we are pleased to bring back Friday night magic standard onto the calendar too.
Standard decks, swiss rounds, fnm prizes and prize packs on offer.
One booster pack will be added to the prize pot for each player entering. Promo packs for 1st and 2nd place and fnm promos on offer when available.
Lets look to bring standard back to ACE and Friday nights in Colchester.
Start time: 7:00pmCost £6.00
Please note all of these events have limited spaces of 48 people, so to avoid missing out please either click attend on this event, come in and speak to a member of staff of call us on 01206 561912 to make sure you don’t miss out.

Forces of Nature - a Shakespeare workshop led by Nigel Walford
2026-01-23 19:30 - 21:30 | Wivenhoe Congregational Church Hall, Wivenhoe Congregational Church Hall
Shakespeare’s words vividly conjured up the sights and sounds of nature for audiences at a time of bare stages and limited special effects. Two aspects of the forces of nature feature significantly: the extremes of weather, and the perils (or pastoral beauty) of woods and forests.This workshop, led by Nigel Walford will explore these themes, and we’ll see how his descriptive text remains as powerful today!£5.00 cash on the door.All welcome but let us know if you are coming so we have an idea of numbers.

Nothing. Existed. Presents Mesh & Lace
2026-01-23 19:30 - 22:30 | Queen St Brewhouse, 7 - 9 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PG, GB
M&L III
Nothing. Existed. DJ set.
A night of post-punk, coldwave, new wave, minimal synth and industrial.

Blow Up - Colchester
2026-01-23 20:00 - 23:00 | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
Blow Up returns to Colchester at Three Wise Monkeys
Paul Tunkin (DJ) plus The Forty Fours (live)
Colchester was the first town to hold a Blow Up event outside of the weekly London events in the nineties. After a successful return to Colchester in Jan 2025 we are returning in January 2026.
Blow Up, a bona-fide legendary club night at the centre of the mid-Nineties Brit Pop explosion, cited as the catalyst and birth place of the BritPop scene, influencing the style and sound of a generation. Blow Up was voted No.4 in Time Out’s Top Ten Clubs of the 90s, described as one of ‘5 Classic Clubs of Our Time‘ by Vox Magazine (alongside The Blitz Club, Shoom, The Roxy) and as ‘The club that changed the world’ by Melody Maker. Describing Blow Up in Time Out’s London Calling book as “the breeding ground of the Brit Pop sound” and in NME’s Original’s Blow Up was listed as a Top Ten Britpop Moment. In July 2022 Time Out once again listed Blow Up as one of the greatest London clubs of the past 40 years.
Blow Up has also hosted events around the UK and internationally over the years, including across Europe, USA, Russia and Japan. Whilst the Blow Up club compilations (‘Blow Up A-Go-Go!’ and ‘Blow Up presents Exclusive Blend’) have increased the reach of Blow Up around the world..
Blow Up was founded and launched by Paul Tunkin 16th October 1993 at the upstairs function room of a Camden Town pub the Laurel Tree. After just a few months Blow Up had become the epicentre of a seismic musical and stylistic change in what was later called the Britpop scene. From its origins at the Laurel Tree, Camden Town (1993-1996) to Soho venues the Wag Club (1996-2001), the Metro Club (2002-2009, the Metro which Paul Tunkin co-ran with former Wag Club manager Alan Campbell) Blow Up maintained a weekly club event interspersed with various one-off events. Post the Metro Club’s closure Blow Up took up weekly and monthly residences in various venues including Bar Rumba, 4 Denmark St and Peckham’s Bussey Building followed by a weekly five year Friday night residency at the St Moritz Club, Wardour St Soho (2015-2020) once again interspersed with occasional monthly events including the Troubadour London. Blow Up ran continuous weekly events until the nightlife lockdown in 2020 and finally returned for a three night residency at Vout O Reenee’s London (Oct – December 2022). November 2023 saw the first part of the Blow Up 30 year celebrations with a sold out club and live event at Jamboree Kings Cross. Whilst in May 2024 saw Blow Up take to the roof terrace of members club the Century in Soho as part 2 of our 30th celebrations.
Hope that you can join us for what promises to be another special night.

BLOW UP – COLCHESTER – EVENT DATE CHANGE TO FRIDAY JAN 23RD JAN 2026.
2026-01-23 20:00 - 23:00 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
The previously advertised Blow Up event in Colchester at Three Wise Monkeys has moved from Friday 3rd October 2025 to Friday 23rd January 2026 – All advance tickets (for Oct 3rd) are valid for the new event date. We apologise for any inconvenience, but there will be a further announcement regarding the this line up and all other forthcoming events. Keep eyes peeled!
Blow Up founder Paul Tunkin will DJ plus more TBA.

Charter Hall, Colchester
2026-01-23 20:30 - 23:30 | Colchester Charter Hall, Colchester Charter Hall
HAPPY ENDING PANTOMIMES are back to give you an even happier ending with this Award Winning ADULT PANTOMIME!Get ready for the udderly cheeky, naughtiest version of Jack and the Beanstalk you’ve ever dared to see! 🐮Warning: this is not your childhood fairy tale—unless your bedtime stories came with a parental advisory!In this fabulously filthy twist, Dame Trott’s farm is in shambles… Desperate to rescue the farm, our hero Jack heads to the cattle market to save the day but is milked by the fiendish Fleshlight into handing over their beloved cow Daisy for a handful of “magic beans” Will Flicking their Magic Beans save the day? 🫘 Will we have to get our chopper out? 🪓Will Daisy get milked? 🥛Exactly how big is this Beanstalk? 🫛Full of filthy innuendos, outrageous outuendos, laugh-out-loud routines and plenty of bean-tickling antics for you to join in with. Expect more naughty twists than you can shake your giant beanstalk at.Leave the little ones at home, and help usJack Off the Beanstalk… it’s big one 🍆

Teddy Bear's Concert
2026-01-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £6 Adults / £3 Children£15 Family (admits 4, must include 1 child)Doors open 1pm, Show starts 1.30pmThis show is for a seated audience
A perfect introduction to the world of music, with musical stories and short pieces that will get your teddy dancing!
A chance to conduct the orchestra and join in the percussion section.

Gundam Card Game Standard Event
2026-01-24 13:00 - 17:00 | ACE Comics, 42 Culver Street East, Colchester, CO1 1LE, GB
Gundam Card Game Standard Event
Now the launch has happened and people have had a chance to enjoy opening boosters. We can now look to start running standard / own deck events.
Refresher for what your deck must be built to:
• Deck: A total of 50 cards, made up of Unit cards, Command cards, Pilot Cards, and Base cards.• Up to two unique card colours (red, blue, green, white, purple) can be included in a deck. Cards ofa tertiary or more colours cannot be added to a deck. A deck can contain no more than 4 cardswith the same card number.• Resource deck: A total of 10 Resource cards.• Tokens: All tokens required for gameplay.No more than four copies of the same card can be included in a deck. No side decks are permitted.
To be ready for Store Tournaments we will run it as requested below.
1-on-1 Standard Match Structure– Best-of-one Game Match– Number of game wins necessary: 1– Match Time: 30 minutes– Extra Time: 5 minutes (for extra turns, etc.)
Everyone will get a booster & another one will be put in to the prize pot for every player.
Start Time: 12:45 pmEntry: £10.00
Please make sure you have a Bandai TCG+ account as we’ll be running the event through that. https://www.bandai-tcg-plus.com
Please note all of these events have limited spaces of 24 people, so to avoid missing out please either click attend on this event, come in and speak to a member of staff of call us on 01206 561912 to make sure you don’t miss out.

CODA - Acoustic Showcase
2026-01-24 15:00 - 17:30 | 63 High street, co1 1dn Colchester, United Kingdom, 63 High street, co1 1dn Colchester, United Kingdom
A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Colour & ShapeForever Blues?Stu E Skinner(Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from 2:30pm onwards.This is a family friendly event so younglings are welcome providing they’re properly managed.Mics, pa and backline are provided but performers are welcome to bring their own microphones etc

Milonguito at Passage House cafe Colchester
2026-01-24 18:00 - 22:00 | The Passage House, The Passage House
Enjoy this intimate milonga with friends at the beautiful Passage House cafe in Colchester. This place has a great hardwood floor! Delicious food, hot beverages and soft drinks are available and the cafe has a bar for us. £5 on the door, all welcome!
Traditional tango music in TTVTTM tandas with cortinas selected by Miriam Gita.
Parking is available at Colchester city centre’s many nearby car parks.

COLCHESTER: The Specials Ltd. 'Ghost Town' 40th Anniversary
2026-01-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester Arts Centre
More info --> https://agmp.seetickets.com/event/the-specials-ltd-too-much-too-young-/colchester-arts-centre/3199399

Pier Pressure - A night of metal from clacton and Southend
2026-01-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
We bring you a night of some of the best of Essex metal.
24th of January 2026
@threewise monkeys, Colchetser
featuring
Regicide
BlackWater Kings
Draughrheim
FallenRelic
£5 on the door
