Events

Live Comedy Showcase: Kate Barron & Guests comes to Three Wise Monkeys in Colchester, featuring a lineup of stand-up comedians led by award-winning comic Kate Barron. Originally from Vancouver and now based in London, Barron was the first woman to win the Toronto Comedy Brawl, overcoming more than 400 other comedians. Her debut solo show, [...]

Drop off the kids for some creative fun. We will be doing T shirt designs and producing colourful T shirts to take home. Refreshments and a snack are included along with all materials. Staff are DBS checked and trained. Spaces are limited so book your spot now.

As part of the First Thursdays Festival, join us at Colchester Castle for a special session designed for visitors with autism or other sensory sensitivities.We turn off sounds and visual displays to reduce sensory stimulation, so you can enjoy the museum in a more calm and relaxed atmosphere.In the Chapel, we have a quiet area [...]

Tickets £16 / £15Doors 7.30pm, Start 8pmThis gig is for a seated audienceChris Allard – guitarJim Watson – pianoDudley Phillips – bassNick Smalley - drumsChris Allard is primarily a contemporary jazz guitarist but is at home in a variety of genres. He has recorded seven original albums to date, critical acclaim includes ★★★★ in Jazzwise, [...]

The NightFair returns to Colchester for an outdoor summer art fair in the beautiful gardens of the Minories Gallery.Shop directly from artists with the finest gothic and alternative art, clothing, décor, jewellery, soft furnishings, ceramics, gifts, candles and of course entomology art.Open 10am-4pm, Saturday 30th May. The Minories Gallery, 74 High Street, Colchester CO1 1UEFree [...]

TWM Live presents Foxymop – a tribute to Pearl Jam at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester on Saturday 8th August.Foxymop is the UK’s most authentic tribute to Pearl Jam. Hailing from Essex, Foxymop can be found headlining shows around the home counties, at tribute festivals, and online with the Lockdown Sessions of 2020/21 which have earned [...]

Are you ready to be part of the 300, descending on the great area of Essex?Steeped in Roman history, Colchester will play host toTHE GLADIATOR GAMES--Friday will see the Gladiators arrive, and don their finest Toga (provided) to take on Colchester's finest establishments. Starting with a freshener at the Scholar's favourite on site establishments, followed [...]

It began with the forging of the great ring*.From the Rhinegold it was made. Beautiful and powerful it was, until it fell into the hands of men, whose lust for power and riches proved to be their undoing. A tale of heroes, Dwarves, Dragons and the Gods. Love, justice, desire, and villainous treachery.*Any similarity to [...]

Indie Showcase comes to Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester, featuring Lost Movies, Cutlove, Swines and Lost Atlas.A night dedicated to showcasing local artists and bands, bringing together some of the best talent from the area.Date: Friday, 14 AugustVenue: Three Wise Monkeys, ColchesterTickets: £6.50Doors: 7:30pmAges: 18+Please note that access to the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys [...]

Two sets of smokin' Chicago and Swamp blues, with happenin' blues sounds from the resident DJ!

A Community Sports Day takes place at Old Heath Recreation Ground on Saturday 15 August, offering a day of family-friendly activities and outdoor fun. Running from 10am to 5pm, the event will feature children's races, bouncy castles, face painting, food stalls, and a range of activities for younger visitors. Admission is free, and children can [...]

Colchester Pride 2026 will be held on Saturday 15th August 2026 at Colchester's premier arts venue Firstsite, with a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities including the Main Stage, featuring local and national acts and our wonderful Market area,with a variety of food, drink, information and sellers, our market area will have something for everyone! [...]