Events

Make your own willow bird feeder/garlic holderJoin us at Love Local where you will make a weaved willow bird feeder/garlic holderNo prior experience or skills are needed.What you will learnHow to make a willow bird feeder/garlic holderWhat tools to useWhat techniques to useWhat is includedAll materials; willow and toolsFat ballsA hot beverages and sweet treats. [...]

Join us for The Essex Electrics Exhibition, an open day supported by our friends at the Clacton Express Preservation Group. Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Electrification to Ipswich in 1987, Come and see the museum’s newest electric acquisitions, The Class 309 and 317.Both will be open and on display allowing you to get up [...]

Dance your way into the April holiday with fun and energetic Afro-Moves at Firstsite Holiday Fun in Colchester!Most suitable for 4 – 11 years, but all ages welcome. Caregivers are required to stay on site throughout the activities.Activities take place outside. Please make sure those taking part in activities are dressed appropriately for the weather.Our [...]

Magic The Gathering Tarkir: Dragonstorm Draft EventThis Saturday we will be having a draft with to enjoy this super new core set, with the pre-releases being so enjoyable I think this will be a great set to draft with. So join us for some more Tarkir: Dragonstorm fun.Cost £20.00 (3 boosters for drafting and 1 [...]

Pokemon is now back at ACE....That's right we are pleased to announce that Pokemon League & general play is back. This Saturday we will be running our league meet up & this will be a regular fortnight event. It is the idea time to come along, learn to play, trade cards and play games against [...]

The tour is approximately 30-45 minutes long and will run on Saturday, 12 April, at 2 PM.Colchester Castle is offering free* monthly tours focusing on LGBTQ+ historical figures and themes, open to anyone with an interest in new historical perspectives. Each tour promises a unique exploration of LGBTQ+ history, and no two tours will be [...]

A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Vince Too Tall TaylorVeronaJayden WellsStu 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 [...]

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - André Rieu’s 75th Birthday Celebration: The Dream Continues (TBC)!The King of the Waltz invites you to a boat party with him and his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra as they sail through his hometown of Maastricht.This brand-new cinema special is a tribute to André’s childhood dream of one day forming his [...]

Lumos Live brings you enchanting concert experiences paying homage to world famous artists. We've partnered with spectacular locations & churches across the UK to deliver a concert experience that is nothing short of magical ✨🌍A donation will be made to a different charity each month!Key Information : PLEASE READ🗓️ Saturday 12th April📍 St Botolphs Priory, [...]

Immerse yourself in the curious sounds of Colchester's alternative folk scene at the Headgate Theatre as Dean Frost launches his highly anticipated debut single, "Fresh Start." With support from the inspired duo of BigBigSky and Gasoline Green (solo), this intimate, seated gig promises an unforgettable night.

Come on, shake your body baby, do the congaI know you can't control yourself any longer!!!Pub Tropicana is back!! Ben Howard & Dave Mansfield will be playing some of the greatest hits of the 80s.8pm until Midnight, free entry and dancing guaranteed.

Saturday night escapism in the heart of the City of Colchester with the biggest Dance & Retro Anthems from the 80s, 90s & 00s!