Events

S.I.N AT POPINA FRIDAY 31ST JULY 2026 4pm-11pmDJs RICHARD LAWTERRY GREUFVDTHE GREEKIAN LAVENHAMLion Walk Courtyard, Lion Walk Shopping Centre, Colchester, Essex. CO1 1LX.House/tech/classics This is a FREE day/evening event with fantastic Greek food, Popina has a authentic Mediterranean backdrop & cocktail bar…for table bookings dm :lionwalkcourtyard.com 🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷

Join us for an eclectic scratch night of short plays and extracts, platforming disabled and neurodivergent writers and their new work!Along with your free ticket, there will be chips served as you settle into your seats.Brought together by a collaboration between Mercury Theatre and Graeae Theatre Company, nine new pieces have been created under the [...]

Tickets £5Doors open 7.30pm, start 8pmThis show is for a seated audienceChai LatesA masala blend like no other; Chai Lates is a series of 4 unforgettable cabaret-style evenings, packed with performances which will leave you craving another cup. Line-ups TBC – watch this space!Chai MixersChai Mixers is a strong, spicy brew of performance, creative and [...]

Join us for a creative and relaxed Beginners Crochet Workshop, where you’ll learn the basics of crochet in a friendly and supportive setting.This workshop is perfect for complete beginners as well as those who may have tried crochet before and would like a refresher. You’ll be guided step-by-step through a range of crochet stitches and [...]

RAPTURE is the ultimate all-access gaming festival. Your ticket unlocks everything—once you’re through the doors, the core content is 100% INCLUDED. No tokens, no extra fees, just unlimited play and entertainment.🕹️ THE GAMING ZONE 🕹️🎮 GAMING HALL: Modern consoles, PCs, and Indie Showcases.🏎️ SIMS & VR: Pro Racing Simulators and immersive VR Zones.🚌 GAMING BUSES: [...]

Follow in the footsteps of the Emperor Claudius and Queen Boudica to uncover Colchester's fascinating Roman history! The tour will include a visit inside the Roman theatre and will end at the Roman Circus Centre.Price - £9.50pp FREE for under 16sBook via any of the following:Call the Visitor Information Centre on 01206 282920 Email vic@colchester.gov.ukOnline [...]

Join us for a creative and hands-on handbag making workshop, where you’ll design and construct your very own bag to take home.This session is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to try something new in a relaxed and friendly setting. You’ll be guided step-by-step through the process, learning how to construct your handbag from start [...]

Tickets £15Doors 2.00pm, starts 2.30pm.This event is for a standing audience, although there will be some chairs available.And the acts this year are:Vaahlhallans 02:45 - 3:30Aithur 03:50 - 4:20Jøtnarr 04:40 - 5:10Spermaceti Organ 05:30 - 6:00Lee Ashcroft 06:20 - 6:50Masal 07:10 - 7:40Bada Duüm 08:00 - 8:30Earth Mother F*cker 08:50 9:20Putan Club 09:40 - 10:20Yep, [...]

Join Chameleon's Web Theatre Company for their Summer outdoor show - Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book adapted by Neil Duffield.Mowgli the wolf cub boy and his friends Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther transport us to the jungle in a story that has remained a favourite for generations.Can Mowgli discover the secret of Man's [...]

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The Rec Community Market returns on Sunday 2nd August 2026!Make the most of the summer holidays with a visit to the Rec Community Market, returning to The Recreation Ground for another relaxed, community-focused Sunday.Enjoy a great mix of independent local traders, including street food, fresh produce, handmade crafts, gifts, art and locally made items. Whether [...]

Date: Sunday 2 August 2026Time: 11am to 5pmLocation: Pete Tye Farm, Peldon Road, Abberton, Colchester CO5 7PEEvent type: Traditional country show About the event The Five Parishes Show returns to Peldon for its 90th event. First held in 1926 as a simple flower show, it has grown into a traditional country show and a popular [...]