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VOYAGE With Madison @ TWM Colchester
2025-08-29 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
FRIDAY 29th AUGUST, VOYAGE @ THREE WISE MONKEYS – COLCHESTER! With @bandofmadison 🤯
NEW SUPPORT ACT! 😱
Unfortunately on Friday the 29th of August, Ruby Poole is now unable to make it (we will be rescheduling) BUT NO STRESS!
@bandofmadison are going to be giving you a set of absolute musical genius! 🤩
Come and see VOYAGE live at @twm_colchester @twmlive £5 a Ticket (+ Booking Fee) 🙌
You can find the ticket link direct in our LinkTree! 💜
Come and have a boogie and we’ll see you there 😁
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Cinema | Savages (PG)
2025-08-29 11:00 - 12:42 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Showing at Firstsite Cinema – Savages (PG)!
In Borneo, at the edge of the tropical forest, Kéria is given a baby orangutan.
With the forest under greater threat than ever, Kéria, Selaï and the little primate, Oshi, will have to face many obstacles.
Book now on our website or call us on 01206 713 700.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1793224351571568/?event_time_id=1793224361571567

Children’s Workshops - all three workshops
2025-08-29 09:30 - 16:00 | Love Local, Love Local
9:30-11am Lego printing for children
Make beautiful prints using Lego dots, paint and rollers as well as Lego bricks to make designs.
Suitable for all ages.
12pm-1:30pm Sew a pineapple Keyring
Sew and stuff a faux leather pineapple Keyring, suitable for age 7+ and those younger who can sew a little.
2:30pm-4pm Make a dream catcher
Choose from different colour ribbons, beads and thread to make your own dream catcher.
Squash and snacks included (please let me know if there are any dietary requirements)£15 for one workshop, £10 for a sibling. £40 for all 3 workshops, £25 for each sibling.
Email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk to book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or eventbrite (fees apply)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1513470905219?aff=oddtdtcreator

Jam night
2025-08-28 20:00 - 23:00 | Main Road, Colchester
Monthly jam night

Mike Lee Presents An Evening Of Nippon City Pop
2025-08-28 19:00 - 22:00 | 7 Queen Street, Colchester, 7 Queen Street, Colchester
A great night of new sounds to our ears of Nippon City Pop. Come and discover your newest favourite sound!

Shar’s Drag Bingo
2025-08-28 19:00 - 22:00 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
Shar invites you to Three Wise Monkeys Colchester, for an evening of songs, silliness and bingo.Tickets £5, Doors 7pm, Restaurant floorThis gig takes place on the restaurant floor of Three Wise Monkeys ColchesterAccess – There is no lift to access the restaurant floor of Three Wise Monkeys. There are two short flights of stairs to reach the top floor with rest opportunities between each flight.

Emma - Tymperleys, Colchester
2025-08-28 19:00 - 21:30 | Tymperleys, Trinity St, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JN, Tymperleys, Trinity St, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1JN
Ever the matchmaker and never the match? So seems to be the case for Emma Woodhouse…
And yet Emma remains more than content to help see that those around her are paired off into advantageous alliances for all concerned. In fact, she fancies herself rather good in the role of matchmaker. But, after an ill-advised union leads to heartbreak and bitterness, can Emma learn the greatest lesson in love? That romance is not something that can be forced and the most propitious matches always make themselves…
This Summer, critically acclaimed theatre company This Is My Theatre brings Jane Austen’s classic tale to life in a stunning one-act adaptation to celebrate the author’s 250th anniversary year.
Packed with rivalries, regrets and, of course, plenty of romance, our production is sure to spread joy this summer!
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Running time: Approximately 85 minutes
A high-octane bravura performance… This Is My Theatre have chalked up another triumph!” – Ingenue Magazine (on Persuasion)
“Delightful in every way… An enchanting performance!” – Grapevine Live (on Pride & Prejudice)
“An utterly gripping story retold with trademarker This Is My Theatre aplomb!” – Sussex Local Magazine (on Jane Eyre)

Wivenhoe Funny Farm on Tour 6.30pm start!
2025-08-28 18:30 - 20:30 | The Horse & Groom, Wivenhoe Cross, Wivenhoe, CO7 9QL, GB
Booking info at bottom of this post.
Thursday 28th AUGUST 6.30pm to 8.30pm – doors around 5.30pm (but pub open all day so rock up whenever)
Top notch live stand-up comedy shows from:
Otiz Cannelloni
Otiz Cannelloni combines magic and the logic of stand-up to produce a hybrid comic creation. With a mind more suited to testing crash helmets, his performance fluctuates between sheer genius and downright stupidity.
‘Master of mirth and minimalist magic… delightful’ (Time Out).“A magical Wag. Bewitching.”
GUARDIAN
Support from:Mike Capozzola “A brilliant comedian with a dry sense of humor”-SAN FRANCISCO SKETCHFEST
“Hilarious… Twisted!”-RICHARD LEWIS ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’
& Ali Warwood “Ever hilarious” – Cambridge Edition​MC Hazel Humphreys​
Please read!ALL BOOKINGS NEED TO BE CONFIRMED VIA HAZEL – email – FUNNYFARMCOMEDY@GMAIL.COMWe will be asking for donations to help pay acts for reservations. Recommended £8.50 donation per seat booked but whatever you can manage.
This is an outdoor gig at The Horse and Groom Pub, Wivenhoe starting 6.30pm (pub open all day), there is limited seating available. Please book tables in advance.
We will be requesting donations for table reservations in order to help us pay our professional acts. This would be preferable via BACs in advance but we will collect donations on the night too.
The Funny Farm would recommend bringing the following: warm clothes (it may get cold), mozzie repellent & waterproof (just in case!)
This is a cracking comedy line-up with pro comics and the Funny Farm needs the audience’s help in covering the costs.
I’ve been asked by the pub staff to remind people it’s polite to return empty glasses to the bar or the empties tray outside. There – I’ve done it x

Curry Night
2025-08-28 17:00 - 20:00 | 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom, 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us on the last Thursday of every month at Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom for a night of incredible flavours and craft beer. August is all about the Curried Jerk – A staple of Caribbean culture. A smokey, spicy and aromatic flavour profile. A perfect accompaniment to an ice cold beer. Sides; coleslaw, grilled pineapple and bean salsa, fried dumpling
Pair your meal with a pint of our signature Other Monkey Brewing beer, freshly brewed right here on-site. All of this comes together for just £12.50 per person!
Whether you’re a curry connoisseur or just love great food and beer, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
Event Details:Date: Last Thursday of Every MonthTime: 5pm – 9pmLocation: Other Monkey Brewing – The TaproomPrice: £12.50 per person
Book Your Table: Spaces are limited and fill up quickly, so be sure to reserve your spot in advance. Vegan options are available

Wednesday Night Open Mic @ The Victoria Inn
2025-08-27 19:30 - 22:45 | The Victoria Pub, The Victoria Pub
It’s Open Mic Night!Bring yourself… or send your friends in place of you…. or come with your friends and get involved.Bring your instruments or borrow mine (Guitar, Piano, Cajon & Mics provided).*We run a sign up board & work through the names in order & attendance prioritising those who arrive before 9.*The sign up board goes up around 7:30 & the mic goes live around 8:00. *We wrap up for 10:45.*Performers usually get 2-3 songs (up to 15 minutes in total) but this depends the number of participants on the night.

Brewhouse Wenesday Reels- Movie and Pizza Night
2025-08-27 19:30 - 22:30 | Queen St Brewhouse, 7 - 9 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PG, GB
Rob says, ‘We’re almost at the end of our Australian Film season this August, so this Wednesday 27th, at 7:30pm at Queen St Brewhouse, I’ll be screening a legendary and previously lost film called “Wake in Fright” (18) (1971), directed by Ted Kotcheff (Rambo: First Blood, 1982) and written by Evan Jones. The film stars Donald Pleasence, Gary Bond, Chips Rafferty, and Sylvia Kay. Initially released as “Outback” outside Australia, “Wake in Fright” is a psychological drama about an English school teacher stuck in a rural Australian town surrounded by the overly friendly and sinister townspeople. Despite positive reviews, the film was a commercial failure upon its first release and rediscovered by audiences when its original negative was found and restored in 2009.
In Tiboonda, a remote town in the Australian outback, a young middle-class British school teacher called John Grant (Gary Bond) leaves for the Christmas holidays to see his girlfriend Robyn but stops at a mining town called Bundanyabba (nicknamed “The Yabba” by locals) to catch a train to Sydney. When John arrives in The Yabba, he is befriended by a local policeman, Jack Crawford (Chips Rafferty), at a pub who keeps tempting him with alcoholic drinks and takes him to an illegal game of two-up. John places a bet and wins but goes back to increase his chances and loses everything. Now stranded in the town of Yabba, John finds himself in the company of Clarence “Doc” Tydon (Donald Pleasence), a vagrant alcoholic and former medical practitioner who introduces him to the savage and degrading lifestyle in the outback.
“Wake in Fright” faced controversy when it was first released with its portrayal of life in the outback, e.g., binge drinking and gambling and a graphic scene where real kangaroos were shot and killed by locals. Director Ted Kotcheff defended the scene to point out the serious threat of kangaroos being hunted recklessly with consultation from the Animal Welfare organisations in both Australia and the United Kingdom to show the scene uncut. Since the film first release, “Wake in Fright” developed a cult following and gained recognition as a truly great Australian film that was lost due to the master negative having gone missing. The film’s editor, Anthony Buckley, discovered the original film and sound elements in 2004 and rescued it from destruction. In 2009, the film was restored and re-released at the Cannes Film Festival to widespread acclaim.

Cinema | The Bad Guys 2 (Captioned) (PG)
2025-08-26 14:00 - 15:59 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Showing at Firstsite Cinema – The Bad Guys 2 (Captioned) (PG)!
The gang are struggling to find trust and acceptance in their newly minted lives as Good Guys when they are pulled out of retirement and forced to do ‘one last job’.
Book now on our website or call us on 01206 713 700.

Masters of Reality
2025-08-24 21:00 - 2025-08-25 00:00 | 45 North Hill, CO1 1PY Colchester, United Kingdom
Get ready for a night of classic rock at Twisters Bar! DJ Rom Atkin will be on hand bringing you an epic night of classic rock anthems, from Black Sabbath to ZZ top and everything in between.Free Entry all night | Bar Opens 5pm | DJ DJ Rom Atkin from 9pm

Bank Holiday Sunday Purple Dawg
2025-08-24 20:00 - 23:00 | Royal British Legion – Brightlingsea, Royal British Legion - Brightlingsea
Purple Dawg are joining us on bank holiday Sunday performing classic rock hits from 70s 80s and 90s.

The Office Quiz (Colchester)
2025-08-24 18:40 - 21:40 | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
Test your knowledge of the hilarious show, and help raise money for an incredible cause!
– £3 a head (cash only)– Maximum 6 to a team– Food served throughout – Book by selecting the date of the quiz and choosing quiz booking: threewisemonkeyscolchester.com/book-a-table
If you book and then decide not to attend, please CANCEL YOUR BOOKING.
Please arrive at least twenty minutes before the quiz is due to start to place food and drink orders.

Colne Endeavour Band
2025-08-24 17:30 - 20:30 | The Victoria Inn, 10 North Station Rd , CO1 1RB Colchester, United Kingdom, The Victoria Inn, 10 North Station Rd , CO1 1RB Colchester, United Kingdom
🎺 **Summer Brass at the Victoria Inn!** 🎺
Come and enjoy the uplifting sounds of the Colne Endeavour Band as they perform a special summer gig at the Victoria Inn on Sunday 24th August, starting at 5:30 PM.
This talented local brass band, known for their rich harmonies and lively performances, has been a staple of the community music scene for years — blending traditional brass band favourites with toe-tapping contemporary tunes.
Entry is free, but the band relies on your generous donations to keep the music playing and support their ongoing work in the local community. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and soak up a summer evening of brilliant live brass!

Jarvis Chills for the bank holiday
2025-08-24 15:00 - 19:00 | Ye Olde Albion Pub, High Street, Rowhedge, Colchester, CO5 7ES, GB
Join us whilst we chill on the bank holiday weekend with tunes from Jarvis Sounds. Tell your friends, bring your friends! The more the merrier!!

Art of the Roadz FREE FEST
2025-08-24 12:00 - 22:00 | 74 High Street, CO1 1UE Colchester, United Kingdom, 74 High Street, CO1 1UE Colchester, United Kingdom
A free urban arts festival for all the family
– Outdoor live music performances by Art of the Roadz resident performers.
– Learn to skate with the Dry Skate Project.
– Breakdancing lessons with Isaac James.
– Make a collaborative spray paint artwork with street artist Eyesaw.
– Food and drinks will be available to purchase.
The Art of the Roadz project is funded by Essex County Council via the Arts and Cultural Fund, Colchester City Council, the Tudwick Foundation and Grassroots Charity.

Marvellous Vintage
2025-08-24 11:00 - 17:00 | Layer Marney, CO5 9US Colchester, United Kingdom, Layer Marney, CO5 9US Colchester, United Kingdom
Showcasing a myriad of vintage stalls, exquisite classic vehicles, pre-loved furniture and items, antiques, collectibles and much more!Live music and entertainment throughout the day.Street food and bar.The Tower is open to explore and our Tea Room will be open too.

House of Fun with Josh Skints - The Official Afterparty
2025-08-23 22:30 - 2025-08-24 02:00 | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
House of Fun with Josh Skints – The Official Madness Official Afterparty
Josh Skints, guitarist and vocalist of The Skints, headlines the Official Madness Afterparty at Three Wise Monkeys on Saturday 23 August with a DJ set.
Known blending reggae, dub, ska and punk, Josh Skints will keep the energy going after a full day of live music at Castle Park. Whether you’re coming straight from the Madness show or joining later, the afterparty is open to all!
[Please note: A Castle Park ticket is not required to attend.]

Summer Saturdays!
2025-08-23 21:00 - 2025-08-24 03:00 | Rubix Bar, Rubix Bar
The perfect Summer Saturday night out with 2 DJs over 2 floors!
Main Room – 80s & 90s & 00s bangers!💥 Upstairs – Pop in the loft if you like your tunes cheesy!🧀exoect 90s & 00s Pop & Party!🎉
Arrive early if you can as it’s FREE Entry before 🕚 11pm!
Plus 2 Cocktails 🍹 for just £8 all night!

Colchester Pride presents A Big Camp Cabaret! *
2025-08-23 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £10 / £8 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm.Age Restriction: 18+ due to content.This show is for a seated audience.
Are you ready for a camp old time? Join Colchester Pride for the annual Big Camp Cabaret!
Taking place a week after the main event, Colchester Pride keep the party going with an evening of fabulous entertainment.
Expect all your favourites, including drag artists, live music, dance and comedy as the Pride team take you on a journey of unashamedly camp and glamourous FUN!
All proceeds go to Colchester Pride to help fund their 2025 events.
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Wooden Fender Bank Holiday garden Session
2025-08-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Wooden Fender Ardleigh, Wooden Fender Ardleigh
here’s hoping for a warm sunny evening in the wonderful garden at the Wooden Fender. 6 piece acoustic band playing loved covers and given a Gooseberries twist.

Castle Park, Colchester
2025-08-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Castle Park, Colchester, Castle Park, Colchester

The Ibiza Classics Day Party: Colchester 🍒
2025-08-23 15:00 - 20:00 | Trilogy Colchester, Trilogy Colchester
The Ibiza Classics Day Party is landing in Colchester! 🍒
🗓️ Saturday 23rd August 2025⏰ 3PM – 8PM📍 Trilogy, Colchester
Get ready to swap your pint for a pina colada 🏖️✨
Tickets now on sale → https://www.fatsoma.com/e/7jqjyhp7/la/2s6p
Join us for a sun-soaked afternoon of feel-good house, iconic Ibiza anthems, and hands-in-the-air moments as we transform the dancefloor into a Balearic paradise. Expect non-stop vibes, nostalgic throwbacks, and euphoric energy from start to finish. 🎧🌊
What to Expect:
🎶 Timeless Ibiza Anthems: From old-school classics to modern bangers, our DJs are serving nothing but pure sunshine energy.
🍹 Summer Sips & Cocktails: Enjoy themed drinks, frozen daiquiris, and vibrant cocktails that taste like holiday mode.
📷 Sunset Vibes & Photo Ops: Think palm props, beach club decor, and golden hour snaps for your Insta story.
🕺 Unmatched Party Energy: Dance, sing, and celebrate like you’re front row at Café Mambo.
Perfect for birthdays, hen/stag dos, or anyone who just needs an escape to the island!
🇪🇸 Balearic Beats🇪🇸 Live Sax & Percussion🇪🇸 UV & Sunset Lighting🇪🇸 Cocktails🇪🇸 Ibiza Decor🇪🇸 Confetti Drops🇪🇸 Inflatable Fun🇪🇸 Day-to-Night Vibes🇪🇸 Big Room Energy

CODA - Acoustic Showcase
2025-08-23 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:Daniel Stephen TurnerLeon HelsbyChristopher WilkinsonStu 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

Madness | Lower Castle Park, Colchester
2025-08-23 14:00 - 17:00 | Castle Park, Colchester, Castle Park, Colchester
Get ready, Colchester – high-energy legends Madness are gearing up to take the stage for an unforgettable night! Mark your calendars for Saturday 23rd August 2025, when the masters of ska, pop, and cheeky vibes bring their infectious energy to the stunning Lower Castle Park. As part of our brand-new Colchester Castle Summer Series, this promises to be a party like no other.
Expect to sing your heart out to timeless classics like “Our House,” “Baggy Trousers,” and “It Must Be Love,” alongside the playful energy of “House of Fun” and the iconic rhythms of “One Step Beyond.” With Madness at the helm, it’s a night guaranteed to have you “Driving in My Car” straight into the heart of nostalgia and nonstop fun!
Joining the iconic ska legends are The Zutons, known for their infectious energy and hits like “Valerie,” alongside The Skints, who bring their unique blend of reggae, punk, and ska. Adding to the mix, The Beat featuring Ranking Jnr. will get the crowd moving with their electrifying sound. It’s shaping up to be a night packed with top-tier performances!
Saturday 23rd August 2025, 14:00 to 22:30, last entry 19:00. PLEASE NOTE, RE-ENTRY IS NOT POSSIBLE AT THIS EVENT.
This event is classified at 6+, this means that anyone between 6 years and 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 21 (adult refers to a parent, guardian or older relative that is responsible for the care and actions of the under 18 year old). The ratio for adult to child is classed as: one adult can accompany three under 18’s at the event.
Please note, this is a standing event. Accessible tickets are available via Ticketmaster. More information on accessible tickets can be found here: https://colchestercastlesummerseries.co.uk/accessibility/

Out of Time – The Official Afterparty
2025-08-22 22:00 - 2025-08-23 04:00 | Trilogy Colchester, Trilogy Colchester
OUT OF TIME – The Official Afterparty with Bez from Happy Mondays!
After a full day of live music at Colchester Castle, keep the night going at Trilogy, Colchester, for the Official Out of Time Afterparty on Friday, 22nd August.
Bez is a true icon of the Madchester movement – known for his wild dance moves and unique stage presence. Whether as part of Happy Mondays or Black Grape, he’s always brought the chaos and fun to every track. Expect a DJ set packed with indie classics!
Please note: A Castle Park ticket is not required to attend.

Out of Time - The Official Afterparty
2025-08-22 22:00 - 2025-08-23 01:00 | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
The Castle Park celebrations continue after dark…
Head to Three Wise Monkeys for the official afterparty following the James show – with special guest DJs and late-night tunes.
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now via the link in our bio.
All previously purchased afterparty tickets remain valid for the new location at Three Wise Monkeys.

Rory O'Neill at Junction 25 LDC
2025-08-22 20:00 - 22:30 | Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London Rd, Marks Tey, CO6 1EJ, GB
Join us for a night of line dancing to Rory O’Neill.£8 entryDoors open 7:15pm for 8pmNo bar so bring your own.Tea and coffee available.
Contact Trish on 07815 125261 to book a place
