Events

Tickets £15.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.Age Restriction 18+This is a standing event, with a limited amount of unreserved seating at the sides of the space.After a year of wonderful events for the Mayor’s Charities, please come celebrate with us at the Marvellous Masquerade Ball!Get ready for a night to remember as we come together to [...]

Have you ever listened to a symphony and wanted to know more about it?We will be delving into what makes Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 so great. A guest speaker will give a talk, along with example musical excerpts from the orchestra.SBMS will then give a full performance of, in Beethoven’s own words, “one of my [...]

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - Björk’s Cornucopia (12A)!This unique cinematic experience immerses viewers in Björk’s spectacular stage production, featuring a setlist spanning her iconic early works to the visionary Utopia (2017) and Fossora (2023).The production showcases bespoke instruments, including a magnetic harp, a circular flute, an aluphone, and a reverb chamber.Björk is joined on stage [...]

This walk gives children an introduction to Jumbo, combined with the opportunity to draw and paint the iconic water tower close to and on the skyline. All materials provided. A [...]

The Rec Community Market – Our Second Market is Coming!After a fantastic launch, we’re back for round two—and it’s set to be even better!📅 Sunday 11th May⏰ 10:00 AM – [...]

Join us at theColchester 10k on Sunday May 11th 2025 at 10:30 at the Garrison Athletics Track.Entries limited.Sign up early to avoid disappointment.http://colchester10k.com/enter-online/

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A round trip ride to Fingringhoe Nature Reserve via Friday Woods and back (mostly off-road, suitable for most cyclists). With a refreshment stop at the reserve cafe for tea/coffee, and [...]

Join us for an afternoon of incredible live music at the OMB Acoustic Showcase! Starting at 1pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant array of acoustic performances by talented local artists.Performers:Suzy CramerLuke FisherWoody PearceTime: Music begins at 1pmHost: Sam YoungCome and enjoy a relaxing Sunday filled with soulful tunes and great company. Don't miss this opportunity [...]

Colchester is full of surprises. Some pretty amazing people who made the world a very different place.Local buildings and sites which may have more to them than you think.Join Dorian on one of his very different urban walks with poetry, readings and pop-up surprises. With Dorian Kelly. Meet: 2pm, Colchester Arts Centre, Church Walk CO1 [...]

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest (12A)!While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity.Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of [...]

Come and listen to the Saxophone quartet on the beautiful Victorian bandstand on a lovely sunny May afternoon