We'll be back at our favourite riverside pub in Rowhedge for some more 'blues in the afternoon'

Join the Essex Chamber Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of orchestral storytelling.Our autumn concert features: • Tchaikovsky – Romeo and Juliet Overture: a sweeping, dramatic take on Shakespeare’s tragic lovers • Arthur Bliss – Things to Come: bold, cinematic music from the visionary 1930s sci-fi film • Schumann – Symphony No. 4: a richly emotional [...]

Explore the art of teapot creation with Associate Artist Neville Tatham in this 3-part course.This 6-hour workshop (split into 3 sessions) delves into advanced throwing techniques for creating teapots, including handle pulling and gallery lids. Sessions are two hours each and run on Monday evenings over 3 consecutive weeks:Session 1: Monday 8th September, 6.30pm-8.30pm Session [...]

Get ready to experience another high octane, jam-packed, nostalgia-inducing extravaganza with the BIG NIGHT OUT!! 🙌🙌🙌⚡⚡LIVE HOST & DJ | LIP SYNC BATTLES/DANCE OFF COMPETITIONS | MASS SINGALONGS | PRIZES | GIVEAWAYS | FANCY DRESS& MORE ⚡⚡IT'S CERTAINLY NOT YOUR TYPICAL NIGHT OUT!!!🤩🤩🤩🤩Brace yourself for a night of fun and throwback classics with your LIVE [...]

Head down to Colchester United for the return of our amazing Queen Rhapsody Tribute act. They will be performing all of their biggest hits, all night long!Doors open 7.30pm, with the act on from approx. 8.30pm. Our DJ will finish the night off through to midnight. Our photobooth will be open all night long! Over [...]

Two Part, One Day Course - Join Associate Artist Katie Kennedy to learn and practise the full process of screen exposure and printing.AM: process and create designs on to two exposed screens ready to use in the afternoon.PM: use our screens to create two-colour prints, learning about registration of designs, printing multiple techniques and exploring [...]

Get ready to rev up the fun at MotoFest 2025!!Calling all motorcycle enthusiasts and their families....Join us for an afternoon of excitement and family friendly fun at MotoFest.Entry is free, there will be Food, Drink and lots of things to do for the family.More details will be announced closer to the time so keep your [...]

The biggest & best family event of the year!A huge weekend festival, with massive acts and fun for the whole family. All supporting the amazing work we do for Colchester and the community ❤️

NEW DATE. NEW POSTER. NEW VIBES!!! Harvey's Wish Harvey FEST Charity Ball 🍍🏖️SAVE THE DATE NOW! SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2025 A fantastic night of Music, Entertainment & Dancing with our fabulous DJ Mark Anderson& photographer Martin Webb as well as lots of amazing prizes up for grabs in our Raffle & Auction. £60 per person [...]

La Bouche Manouche featuring Irene Serra present an evening of much-loved gypsy jazz tunes and foot-tapping swing numbers from the Great American songbook, all in their inimitable Manouche style!For this performance, they will be showcasing music from their newly released second album, “Got A Little Rhythm!” and playing a set of their most popular repertoire [...]

Join us for an afternoon of incredible live music at the OMB Acoustic Showcase! Starting at 3pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant array of acoustic performances by talented local artists.Performers:MATT CALDERBANKNATHAN LISGOIF NOT NOWMATT-AS-TROPHETime: Music begins at 3pmHost: Sam YoungCome and enjoy a relaxing Sunday filled with soulful tunes and great company. Don't miss this [...]

Bezique Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDTUtg0Y5PMTickets on sale 14th August"Smart’s playing, both with and without the bow, is exceptional throughout." - The JazzMann"A fascinating melting pot of musical influences." - World Music Central". . . she morphs seamlessly from Stephane Grappelli-like swing and Bird-like bebop . . ." JazzwiseLed by cellist Shirley Smart, Bezique perform a variety of [...]