Events

A brand-new show from the maker of the award-winning sell-out Gay Witch Sex Cult ('the funniest fringe horror since Garth Marenghi' (Guardian).Andrew Doherty completely relaunches himself with a startling piece of groundbreaking tragic theatre. In this tragic piece that breaks new ground, Andrew throws the book at AIDS and asks the Arts Council to pick [...]

Knightzzz at the Castle is back!If you’ve ever wondered what Colchester Castle is like at night, this is your chance to find out. Join the team for a sleepover experience like no other. Set up camp in your chosen spot and prepare for a fun-packed overnight adventure. Meet historical characters, enjoy a tour of the [...]

We are back at one of our favourite live music venues - Coda in Colchester. Come on down and get your feet tapping to our mix of the best party tunes from a wide range of decades and genre. Don't miss it!

Planet Pumpkinis back at the Brewhouse on Saturday 25th October 2025!!Colchester’s premier celebration of 70s/80s electronic, alternative, punk and ska music is hosted by DJ Fettdog, with DJ Jules Zillion.Expect the usual diverse evening of music by artists like ABC, Adam & The Ants, Duran Duran, Howard Jones, The Cure, Madness, The Specials, Erasure, The [...]

Tickets £8Saturday 25th, Thursday 30th & Friday 31st Doors open 8:15pm, start time 8:30pmSaturday 1st Doors open 5:15pm, start time 5:30pmSunday 2nd Doors open 5:45pm, start time 6:00pmThis show is for a seated audienceDuration 70 minutesAge Suitability: 18+Contains Audience Participation, Nudity & Strong Language"Very, Very Funny" - NY TIMES.Something Interesting Must Happen Every 10 Seconds... [...]

Live music with 33rpm!

Tickets £5, Under 3's free11am to 2.30pmWe warmly invite you to celebrate Diwali with us!With henna-painting, delicious Diwali snacks and entertainment from the community - there is something for everyone to enjoy in this family-friendly event celebrating the fabulous Festival of Lights!Tickets purchased by Monday 20th October INCLUDE a delicious Indian snack. Other snacks will [...]

Get spooky for our third Halloween ride. Crafts and face painting from 12-1.30pm with the ride starting at 2pm. If you don't celebrate halloween you are still very welcome, dressing up is optional although we do ask that faces aren't completely covered so everyone can ride safely.

Get £8 tickets here >>> https://colchester.ssboxoffice.com/events/collidescope-cabaret/Fancy something a little bit different? Come along to the first COLLIDESCOPE Cabaret at Colchester Fringe! Expect poetry, drag, song, dance, music and lots of joy and fun from local LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, disabled and global majority talents. Each of our amazing variety shows will be completely unique and feature five [...]

Sinead is back this Sunday her one woman solo acoustic set to chill you out on a Sunday afternoon with all the songs you know and love!

On Sunday 26th October from 5:30pm, we’ve got something new for you – Box River Junction are making their Victoria Inn debut!They’ve been causing a stir elsewhere with their lively mix of tunes, and now it’s our turn to see what they’re all about.Come down, grab a pint, and give them a big Vic welcome [...]

In a bunker 3000 miles underground, Captain Handler is bound, blindfolded, and at the mercy of his arch-enemy: The Gecko. Beaten (off) into submission and drained of his superfluids, Captain Handler is doomed to be forever bred by the Gecko. Then Chuck enters... whom Captain Handler forgot his boyfriend invited over to rescue him...Beating (off) [...]