Keep Colchester Cool

Author Event: Keiran Goddard: I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning
2025-06-26 11:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £16, includes a paperback copy of the book.Doors open 11am, starts 11.30am.
Red Lion Books daytime book club in association with Appetite Book Club and Essex Book Festival.
Keiran Goddard is a novelist, poet and social commentator. His latest novel ‘I See Buildings Fall Like Lightning” has been published to widespread acclaim and has been nominated for the Gordon Burn Prize.
Audience questions are encouraged, we therefore recommend you read the book prior to event.
LONGLISTED FOR THE GORDON BURN PRIZE 2025
Patrick, Shiv, Rian, Oli and Conor grew up together. They played together, skipped school together, and dreamt of everything they’d do with their lives. Now they are thirty, and only Rian has made it out of the estate and moved away to another city, but his money doesn’t stop him clinging to a vision of the past that is quickly slipping away. Oli is fading by the day, drinking and snorting his way through the endless boredom, while Conor has a baby on the way and a business plan he hopes will change everything. Patrick and Shiv are as in love as ever, but even they are rocked when an old secret opens up new wounds …

SPACE: Peer-to-Peer (in person 26th June)
2025-06-26 12:00 - 14:00 | 37 queen street, CO1 2PQ Colchester, United Kingdom, 37 queen street, CO1 2PQ Colchester, United Kingdom
The SPACE Peer-to-Peer sessions are a space for sharing work in progress, peer support and feedback and networking.
The sessions are open to all creatives and are free to attend.

Raku Club - Hand Building Session
2025-06-26 18:30 - 21:30 | Trinity Works,24 Trinity Street,Colchester,CO1 1JN,GB
**Please Read Full Description Before Submitting Your Order**
This is an optional part one of a two-day Raku Club – delivered in partnership with Cuckoo Farm Studios.
Makers with more experience can just attend the 2nd session and bring own biscuit-fired work to glaze and fire in the raku process.
Session 1: Raku Club – Hand Building Session (optional) Venue: Colchester Makerspace Learn how to hand build clay objects to be bisque-fired ready and suitable for raku firing.
Session 2: Raku Club – Communal Firing Session (booked separately > https://tinyurl.com/mrxesmjc) Venue: Cuckoo Farm StudiosWe supply all the raku glazes, materials and fire — you just need to bring your ceramics!
The process has limits in terms of object size and suits objects that are not too big. A H200mm standard vase form is approximately the largest that can be managed safely.
Raku is a rapid low-firing process that is inspired by the traditional Japanese raku firing. Contemporary Western-style raku involves removing pottery from the kiln while at bright red heat around 1000 centigrade and placing it into containers with combustible materials such as sawdust. Once the materials ignite, the containers are closed. This produces an intense reduction atmosphere which affects the colours in glazes and clay bodies. This thermal shock produces cracking/crazing, producing unexpected outcomes.
If you have any questions regarding the course, please email: hello@makercampus.co.uk
MAKERSPACE MEMBER DISCOUNTS Members receive up to 50% off classes. Membership includes 24/7 access to the space and equipment, starting from £11 a month. Visit www.makercampus.co.uk/membership
ABOUT COLCHESTER MAKERSPACE Ever harboured dreams of making your own pots? Fantasised about playing with ink? Perhaps you just fancy learning a new skill? Or you want to rekindle a love you had for a past hobby or practice? Colchester Makerspace is at Trinity Works (behind Patch, a plant-led restaurant). We provide access to ceramics and printmaking equipment, such as pottery wheels, kilns, risograph and silkscreen presses. We also have an exciting programme of classes and events to get you started. Visit www.makercampus.co.uk/classes
REFUNDS Please take time to read our refunds policy > www.makercampus.co.uk/refunds-policy

Life Drawing - Thursday, 26th June 2025
2025-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Straight Road Community Centre, Straight Road Community Centre
We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.
All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay £10 cash for the session.
Drawing boards, easels, papers, charcoal and pencils are provided for free or bring your materials.
Accessible venue.
Location: Straight Road Community Centre329 Straight Road, Colchester, CO3 9EF

ScrewLoose Improv comedy night
2025-06-26 19:00 - 22:00 | CO3 3TN, CO3 3TN
Come see our show…SCREWLOOSEJUNE 26th THREE WISE MONKEYS.Tickets here:https://buytickets.at/screwlooseimprovGo on…

The Lexden Crown presents An Old Skool Pen and Paper Quiz with Big Jim
2025-06-26 19:00 - 22:30 | The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub – Colchester, The Lexden Crown, Bistro Pub - Colchester
The Lexden Crown presents an Old Skool Pen and Paper QuizIts Time to take it back to the Old Skool, with a Pen and Paper style Quiz.
Big Jims Old Skool Pub Quiz, fun for all, with 5 themed rounds of quiz fun, including both Audio and Picture rounds and the return of the World famous Stealer round, to steal the win on the last question, as well.
£2 per person, max 6 people per team.
So grab a pen, round up your friends or family and welcome back that old skool feeling of quizzing on a Thursday Night with Big Jim
Great food and drinks offers avaiable, and it’s pizza night with there great wood fired pizzas, as well as a great bistro pub with a warm atomsphere and lovely people, and an average quizmaster.
Come and test your teams knowledge against Colchesters finest Quiz Teams, enjoy some food, beer and a great atmosphere,whilst getting Quizzical with one of Colchester;s finest Quiz Hosts
See you there My Quizzy Quiz Loving Preps

Clayson Sings Chanson
2025-06-26 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £13 / £12 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.
Alan Clayson, chanteur and raconteur, explores the most mature and cultivated form of popular song – in which there is as much emphasis on words and their literary resonance as melody and chord structure – throughout a thoroughly diverting soirée centred on passion, humour, deep emotion and sometimes casually shocking frankness, embracing love, liberty, tenderness, parting, death, abandonment, stupidity and further qualities of the human condition.
CLAYSON SINGS CHANSON has been on the road since 2011, initially to tie-in with the publication of Alan Clayson’s Jacques Brel biography, La Vie Bohéme though the presentation’s origins lie too in 1999’s acclaimed Ne Me Quitte Pas: A Celebration Of Jacques Brel, an all-star album on which Clayson’s contributions were highlights.
With accompaniment and a supporting programme from songwriter and vocalist Andy Lavery, the show is prefaced by an explanatory talk that is as entertaining as it is educational. As well as works, famous and obscure by chansonniers, Gallic and British, Clayson ventures into curious but connected realms in a show which will appeal to both chanson devotees, those interested generally in Gallic culture and anyone who wants to be merely entertained by music that has burned its brand on English-speaking wordsmiths as disparate as Anthony Newley, Glen Matlock of the Sex Pistols – yes really! – and the foremost mouthpiece of Brel’s output Scott Walker.
https://alanclayson.com/

Who's got bars
2025-06-27 17:00 - 20:00 | 74 High Street, CO1 1UE Colchester, United Kingdom, 74 High Street, CO1 1UE Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us in our cafe for a Rap Battle event in front of a judging panel.
PrizesFree studio session£100 CashGassed clothing drip
This event is a great opportunity to flex your creative muscle in a safe environment. There is a healthy MC,Rap, Spoken Word and Poetry scene locally. This is a fantastic opportunity for artists to network, meet more of their kind and test their skills.Spectators get to discover new music, new acts, and soak up the vibes and atmosphere.
Hosted by Sir Gassed

EcoArt Collage and Craft
2025-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where creativity meets sustainability at our EcoArt Collage and Craft workshop!
In this unique group experience, we’ll explore the art of collage-making using eco-friendly, repurposed materials. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner, this workshop is designed to inspire creativity.
Your tutor will guide you through the process of selecting and transforming sustainable materials—such as recycled paper, fabric scraps, natural textures, and more—into a beautiful visual masterpiece.
By the end of the session, you’ll have your own textile collage to take away.
For more info: https://firstsite.uk/event/ecoart-collage-and-craft/ or call us on 01206 713 700.

Customise your Clothes with Posca Pens
2025-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Bring your own items of clothing to our sustainable themed art workshop and learn how to decorate and personalise them using vibrant Posca pens in Customise your Clothes with Posca Pens!
In this eco-friendly session, your tutor will guide you through the tips and tricks to transform your old clothes into unique, wearable art.
Whether it’s a plain T-shirt, jacket, jeans or shoes, you’ll learn simple, creative ways to add colour, patterns and designs that show off your own unique style.
And once you’ve picked up the skills, you can carry on customising clothes at home, turning more of your wardrobe into wearable art.
No experience is necessary!
For more info: https://firstsite.uk/event/customise-your-clothes-with-posca-pens/ or call us on 01206 713 700.

Marcel Lucont's Whine List
2025-06-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £15.Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.45pm.
The multi-award-deserving deadpan Frenchman serves up a unique Whine List of the audience’s past gripes, moans and misdemeanours, while also dishing out some of his premier erotic poetry.
The show has played to packed audiences all around the world. Expect louche musings, dry wit and Gallic superiority.
N.B. This show will be recorded for the forthcoming Whine List podcast.Please arrive at least 30 minutes before showtime if you wish to participate.
Winner: Best Comedy Show – Fringe World Awards
As seen on Live At The Comedy Store (Comedy Central), Set List (Sky Atlantic), The John Bishop Show (BBC1) and Live At The Electric (BBC3).
“Fresh, accessible and hilarious” The Guardian“Exceptionally dry… superb” The Times“His elegant, sardonic turns of phrase are an utter joy… superb stuff” Time Out“Witty, intelligent and pitch-perfect” ★★★★ The List“A masterpiece of timing and improvisation… certainly one of the highlights of this Fringe” ★★★★ EdFringe Review“Hilarious… Comedy doesn’t get much better than this” ★★★★★ AdelaideNow, Adelaide Fringe“Who can resist Marcel Lucont?… Pulling clever punchlines out of every interaction with his audience… Sometimes arrogance is bliss” ★★★★ The Scotsman, Edinburgh Fringe

Firstsite Fabulous Fridays
2025-06-27 19:00 - 22:00 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Step into a world of unlimited creativity at our monthly Fabulous Fridays! Immerse yourself in a world of artistic inspiration with different workshops, art, tasty treats and films.
Throughout the evening, we will be hosting an array of creative events and workshops across Firstsite. Expect pop-up performances, arts and crafts, and surprise artist collaborations that leave you inspired and engaged.
Our art workshops will allow attendees to participate in creating something new, from crafting unique pieces, drawing sketches, learning new painting techniques, and exploring the world of art sustainably.
For those looking for a more relaxed experience, Firstsite features thought-provoking works in our exhibitions and a fantastic cinema, screening great films.
Entry to our Fabulous Friday evenings is free, but you may need to purchase tickets to participate in some workshops and activities.
For more info: https://firstsite.uk/event/firstsite-fabulous-fridays/ or call us on 01206 713 700.

Boozy Brushes – Paint in Pairs
2025-06-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Join Sirena Hart at Firstsite for Boozy Brushes a multi-art, Drag entertainment painting class extravaganza where you can paint in pairs!
Join us in the café/bar area for a lively, fun and creative evening.
Unlike Boozy Brushes, where the subject is a different celebrity every month, now the subject is your favourite person!
So who’s your muse?
Ticket price includes all materials and one drink from the bar. This event is for ages 18+.
For more info & tickets: https://firstsite.uk/event/boozy-brushes-paint-in-pairs/ or call us on 01206 713 700.

Creatures of the Night
2025-06-27 19:30 - 2025-06-28 00:30 | Queen St Brewhouse, 7 - 9 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PG, GB
Colchester’s No. 1 GOTH ROCK METAL night with DJs K-Sera & Gentleman Jim spinning the hardest and moodiest tracks 7.30-12.30.Dance the night away!!🎧 🪩 🕸️

Colchester Morris at The Victoria Inn
2025-06-27 20:00 - 23:00 | 10 North Station Rd, Colchester
What a great time we all had last year when the Morris Dancers of Colchester made their debut at The Vic.
They’re back again for some more great entertainment.
Come down and support this proper English tradition.

Young Lives vs. Cancer benefit gig featuring BLAKWATER and X-KAMINSKI at Kings Arms, Frating
2025-06-27 20:30 - 23:30 | Kings Arms, Main Road, Frating. CO7 7DJ, Kings Arms, Main Road, Frating. CO7 7DJ
A fundraising event for Young Lives vs. Cancer, a unique charity set up to support children and young people with cancer and their families. Featuring performances by two of the regions most highly rated rock outfits, BLAKWATER and X-KAMINSKI. Entry to the venue is free, but donations are requested for this amazing cause.

disco 2000
2025-06-27 21:00 - 2025-06-28 00:00 | 45 North Hill, CO1 1PY Colchester, United Kingdom
Step back into the heart of the ‘90s at Disco 2000 — the ultimate Britpop party with a cheeky Pulp twist!
Join us for a night overflowing with classic anthems, as DJ Roman Atkin spins everything from Blur and Oasis to The Verve, Ash, and, of course, the kings of cool — Pulp.
Whether you’re here for Common People or just here for the Disco 2000 vibes, get ready for a night of nostalgia, dancing, and a whole lot of Britpop

Summer Solstice Mindful Hike - Colchester North Western Loop
2025-06-28 09:15 - 14:00 | High Woods Country Park,Turner Road,Colchester,CO4 5JR,GB, High Woods Country Park,Turner Road,Colchester,CO4 5JR,GB
Celebrate mid summer with a peaceful hike around the green spaces of NW and central Colchester!
A 45 min/1 mile version of our regular meditation walk with forest bathing followed by a mindful social 8 mile hike with optional periods of Forest Bathing in the woodland areas we pass through.Starting at 9.15am in Highwoods Turner Road Car Park returning 2pm. Walking through Highwoods, down to Castle Park, over to Hilly Fields and Cymbeline Meadows, through Charter Woods and back to Highwoods.Bring a packed lunch for benches by the river in Cymbeline Meadows, waterproof just in case, water to drink & small blanket/mat to sit on if you want to in the woods.Please arrive mindful of start times and be ready for either 9.15 or 10am.Route map for Google hereRoute map for OS Maps here

Adult Punch Needle Workshop for beginners
2025-06-28 10:00 - 13:00 | 74 High Street, CO1 1UE Colchester, United Kingdom, 74 High Street, CO1 1UE Colchester, United Kingdom
Learn to create a unique, tufted mug rug using a punch needle, yarn and fabric with Flisan, mixed media artist. The workshop covers the basics of punch needle, including threading the needle, creating loops, and finishing the project. You’ll leave with a finished mug rug (or two) and the skills to continue this craft at home.
All materials, designs and backing are included. Plus, you’ll get to take your punch needle and frame with you to continue your newfound hobby!

Gem set silver ring workshop
2025-06-28 10:00 - 13:30 | The Shipyard Estate, Brightlingsea, Essex., Colchester, The Shipyard Estate, Brightlingsea, Essex., Colchester
Make a sterling silver ring with a 6 or 8mm cabochon gemstone in this three and a half hour workshop.Choose from our selection of gemstones and set in a sterling silver bezel cup using traditional techniques demonstrated by your expert tutor.
Learn how to make your own patterned sterling silver wire and form into a ring of your desired size.
This is a great way to spend quality time with friends or family, creating jewellery and fun memories together.
The session starts at 10:00am until 1:30 pm, please select the date to book:Saturday 28th June 2025
Please note that classes are small and we don’t have space for friends and family to observe, every attendee must book a space.For ages 16yrs +.
What you’ll learn:•How to make patterned wire using specialist tools•How to silver solder•How to set a 6 or 8mm cabochon gemstone in a bezel cup•How to file, finish and polish your rings

Colchester Food and Drink Festival 2025
2025-06-28 10:30 - 2025-06-29 17:00 | Lower Castle Park, Colchester, Lower Castle Park, Colchester
🎉 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 & 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 🎉📍 𝗟𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸, 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿📅 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟴𝘁𝗵 & 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲🕥 𝟭𝟬:𝟯𝟬𝗔𝗠 – 𝟱:𝟬𝟬𝗣𝗠
🎟️ 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀:👤 Adults: £8👶 Under 16s: 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘🅿️ Parking: 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 at Kings Meadow (off Catchpool Road)
🎫 Grab your tickets here:👉 https://tinyurl.com/msz6d4rj
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St. Leonard's Church Fete
2025-06-28 11:00 - 13:45 | St Leonard’s Lexden, St Leonard's Lexden
The band has been asked to return to provide musical entertainment at the St Leonard’s Church Fete. The fete is always full of fun things to do and look at so why not come along, enjoy an ice cream and listen to the band.
The band will be performing three times during the morning at 11:10am, 12:10pm and 1:10pm.
www.stleonardslexden.org.uk
Lexden RoadColchesterCO3 4BL
https://www.streetmap.co.uk/map?x=597090&y=225133&z=0&sv=CO3+4BL&st=2&pc=CO3+4BL&mapp=map&searchp=ids

Gundam Card Game Learn to Play Demo Deck Event
2025-06-28 12:00 - 17:00 | ACE Comics, 42 Culver Street East, Colchester, CO1 1LE, GB
Gundam Card Game Learn to Play Demo Deck Event
Curious about the new Gundam Card Game? Join us on Saturday, June 28th for a free learn-to-play event and get hands-on experience with this action-packed card game set in the iconic Gundam universe.
Whether you’re a fan of the anime or new to the franchise, this is a great chance to learn the rules, ask questions, and jump into the game with fellow beginners ready for the big launch.
Start Time: 11:30 amEntry: FreePlayer Cap: 16 participants

Colchester Food + Drink Festival Live Tent
2025-06-28 12:00 - 2025-06-29 18:00 | Castle Park, Colchester, GB
Colchester Food and Drink Festival
We are thrilled to announce our involvement in the programming and production of the Colchester Food and Drink Festivals live music, set to take place on the weekend of 28th-29th June. This vibrant event promises an exciting array of live music, delicious food, and a fantastic atmosphere.
Schedule of Events:
Saturday, 28th June-12:30 – 1:00: Funky Voices Choir
– 1:15 – 2:00: Pulse
– 2:00 – 2:40: Fraser Morgan
– 3:00 – 3:40: Greebo
– 4:00 – 4:40: Honkus Rompus
– 6:00: Official After Party at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester (Live music ’til late – free entry!)
Sunday, 29th June
– 12:00 – 1:00: Black Cactus Choir
– 1:40 – 2:40: Buddy & The Narwhal
– 2:00 – 2:40: Lianne Kaye and Band
– 3:00- 3:40: EvyFrearson
– 4:00 – 4:40 The Lamplight Club – 6:00: Official After Party at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester (More live music ’til late – free entry!)
Join us for a weekend of fantastic performances hand picked from our local scene and pair them with culinary delights. We look forward to seeing you there!

Pokemon League / Learn To Play / Trade Event
2025-06-28 12:30 - 17:00 | ACE Comics, 42 Culver Street East, Colchester, CO1 1LE, GB
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 each other in a relaxed friendly environment.
Your only requirement is that each week you will have your Pokemon ID with you (you can get this by creating an account on the Pokemon web-site). As a result we will be able to gain league promos for those that have submitted Pokemon id’s.
This really is a meet up for anyone regardless of if you are beginner, intermediate player or expert. So don’t miss out come join in the fun and drop by to see us this Saturday.
COST : This is a free to enter event.START TIME : 12:30pmEND TIME : 5:00pm
Please note all of these events have limited spaces of 24 people, so to avoid missing out please either click attend on this event, come in and speak to a member of staff of call us on 01206 561912 to make sure you don’t miss out.

YuGiOh! Duelists Advance Pre-Release
2025-06-28 12:30 - 17:00 | ACE Comics, 42 Culver Street East, Colchester, CO1 1LE, GB
For Duelists Advance we will be running a sealed play format event.
Sneak Peeks are your chance to get your hands on the new set before others and a chance to play with them. Build your deck and compete in a swiss rounds style event for prizes playmats and just to have fun.
You all get 5 booster packs of Alliance Insight and use just those cards to build a new Deck. The minimum Deck size at a Sneak Peek is lowered to 20 cards. Since only these new cards are used, everyone has a chance to win.
Everybody gets a OTS or similar booster at the end along with (will stocks last) a field centre card. There will also be a The Infinite Forbidden playmat for the winner.
Entry cost £20.00, pre-book your place to avoid missing out on all the fun as limited spots available LIMITED TO 24 PLACES

"The Only Way is Pinot" (Essex Wine Weekend celebration)
2025-06-28 15:00 - 17:30 | Dedham Vale Vineyard, Dedham Vale Vineyard
Join us at Dedham Vale Vineyard to celebrate Essex Wine Weekend!
Pinot is the second most commonly planted variety of grape in England, and it’s versatility means it’s used in a wide range of styles. In this event we will be exploring the wonders of Pinot through a selection of Essex wines.
We will explore different varieties of Pinot grapes (think Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, etc) as well as different styles of Pinot Noir (white, rosé, sparkling, red). Whether you’re a Pinot fan, or just keen to learn more, we hope you will find a new local favourite.
Ticket price includes: 7 wine samples, a tasting notes booklet, crisps and crackers.
You may also wish to order a sharing Graze Box (provided by Fig & Feast), these serve 2 people and are an additional £25.50.
Please purchase tickets via our website. Walk ins will not be accepted.

CODA - Acoustic Showcase
2025-06-28 15:00 - 17:30 | 63 High street, co1 1dn Colchester, United Kingdom, 63 High street, co1 1dn Colchester, United Kingdom
A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:
Suzy Cramer Jake CheekJames BroomfieldRosalind Harniess (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 to bring their own microphones etc

Wood-fired pizza and wine in the vines 🍷🍕
2025-06-28 16:00 - 22:00 | Thorrington Mill Vineyard, Thorrington Mill Vineyard
Enjoy a relaxed family friendly evening sipping on our delicious and award winning wines grown here at the vineyard accompanied with woodfired pizzas. We also have live music at this event by Darrell Tyler. Please purchase tickets online. Bring chairs if you can! This is an outside event so please come prepared. No food and drink to be brought onto the premises. Free parking. Children under 5 go free!

The Luke Combs Experience in COLCHESTER
2025-06-28 17:00 - 20:00 | Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester Arts Centre
The Luke Combs Experience Is Coming To Colchester!
Country fans get ready to sing along to your favourite Luke Combs hits with the ultimate Luke Combs tribute band at Colchester Arts Centre!
Performing so many of Luke’s biggest hits like ‘Beer Never Broke My Heart’, ‘Going, Going, Gone’, ‘Where The Wild Things Are’, ‘Beautiful Crazy’ and so many more…
Book now for an unforgettable night of country music fun that you won’t forget!
Doors open at 19:30 and the music starts at 20:00. See y’all there!
