BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Keep Colchester Cool - ECPv6.15.16//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Keep Colchester Cool X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Keep Colchester Cool REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250703T071030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T071008Z UID:125215-1751655600-1751666400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Jazz at Patch DESCRIPTION:šŸŽ· Friday 4th July Top-Class Jazz Night at Patch Colchester šŸŽ¶šŸ•¢ 7:30pmā€“10:00pm (Doors open 6:30pm)šŸ“ Patch\, 24 Trinity Street\, Colchester CO1 1JNJoin us for an unforgettable evening of live jazz in the stylish surroundings of Patch\, Colchesterā€™s award-winning vegetarian/ plant-based cafĆ©.The jazz quartet features some amazing musicians: ā€¢ Zak Barrett (saxophone)\, seasoned performer\, known for his 20+ year collaboration with world-renowned guitarist Guthrie Govan (The Fellowship). ā€¢ Dan Banks (piano)\, virtuoso pianist and composer with several acclaimed albums and a PhD in music performance research. ā€¢ Andy Staples (double bass)\, highly sought-after bassist bringing deep groove and finesse. ā€¢ Elmer van der Hoek (drums) organiser of local jazz gigs\, some with jams\, for over 15 years.šŸø Enjoy small plates\, craft cocktails\, and a laid-back atmosphere perfect for soaking in top-tier jazz.šŸŽŸ Tickets: Ā£12 pp\, <18 / Stud. Ā£8 via https://good-show.co.uk/events/2374 šŸ“ž Reserve a table for food: 07507 772850Come early\, eat well\, and let the music take over. See you at Patch! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/jazz-at-patch/ LOCATION:Patch 24 Trinity St Colchester CO1 1JN\, Patch 24 Trinity St Colchester CO1 1JN ORGANIZER;CN="Elmer Van Der Hoek":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T223000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250501T071056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T071008Z UID:124028-1751657400-1751668200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:The Best Pop-Punk Anthems Night @ TWM DESCRIPTION:TWM Live Presents: The Ultimate Pop Punk Party! \nGet ready to relive your teenage years with a double-billed night of pop-punk anthems thatā€™ll have you singing at the top of your lungs! \nHOMECOMINGSince 2022\, this high-energy Essex/Suffolk band has been tearing up stages with their infectious pop-punk covers ā€“ think crowd-jumping choruses\, mosh-worthy riffs\, and non-stop fun. If you love Blink-182\, Green Day\, and Sum 41\, you wonā€™t want to miss their set! \nTHROWBACK FM \nThrowback FM are a no-holds barred 4-piece band from Essex that perform pop punk classics with verve and unerring enthusiasm! Punchy\, bold and unapologetic\, yet charming\, humourous and endearing\, Throwback FM always put on one hell of a show! \nExpect pure nostalgia as they blast through classics from:Blink-182Green DayThe OffspringAll Time LowGood CharlotteSum 41Paramoreā€¦and SO many more! \nFriday 4th JulyDoors 7:30pmTickets just Ā£10 \nTap below to get your tickets now\, and donā€™t miss out as this event is sure to sell out! \nhttps://good-show.co.uk/events/2089 \n**Location:** \nThree Wise Monkeys\, Colchester (Top Floor) \n*Please note\, access to the top floor does not have a lift. There are five short flights of stairs with rest opportunities between each flight\, ensuring everyone can enjoy the show.* \n**Viewer Discretion:** \nPlease be aware that this event may feature flashing and strobing lighting effects. \n**Refund Policy:** \nPlease note that we will be unable to process any ticket refunds within 7 days of the event. We understand that circumstances may arise that prevent attendance\, but unfortunately\, we cannot accommodate refund requests within this timeframe. \nWe look forward to seeing you there for a night to remember! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-best-pop-punk-anthems-night-twm/ LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys Colchester END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T223000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250524T071144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T071010Z UID:124594-1751657400-1751668200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:The Best Pop Punk Anthems Night DESCRIPTION:TWM Live Presents: The Ultimate Pop Punk Party! \nGet ready to relive your teenage years with a double-billed night of pop-punk anthems thatā€™ll have you singing at the top of your lungs! \nHOMECOMINGSince 2022\, this high-energy Essex/Suffolk band has been tearing up stages with their infectious pop-punk covers ā€“ think crowd-jumping choruses\, mosh-worthy riffs\, and non-stop fun. If you love Blink-182\, Green Day\, and Sum 41\, you wonā€™t want to miss their set! \nTHROWBACK FM \nThrowback FM are a no-holds barred 4-piece band from Essex that perform pop punk classics with verve and unerring enthusiasm! Punchy\, bold and unapologetic\, yet charming\, humourous and endearing\, Throwback FM always put on one hell of a show! \nExpect pure nostalgia as they blast through classics from:Blink-182Green DayThe OffspringAll Time LowGood CharlotteSum 41Paramoreā€¦and SO many more! \nFriday 4th JulyDoors 7:30pmTickets just Ā£10 \nTap below to get your tickets now\, and donā€™t miss out as this event is sure to sell out! \nhttps://good-show.co.uk/events/2089 \n**Location:** \nThree Wise Monkeys\, Colchester (Top Floor) \n*Please note\, access to the top floor does not have a lift. There are five short flights of stairs with rest opportunities between each flight\, ensuring everyone can enjoy the show.* \n**Viewer Discretion:** \nPlease be aware that this event may feature flashing and strobing lighting effects. \n**Refund Policy:** \nPlease note that we will be unable to process any ticket refunds within 7 days of the event. We understand that circumstances may arise that prevent attendance\, but unfortunately\, we cannot accommodate refund requests within this timeframe. \nWe look forward to seeing you there for a night to remember! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-best-pop-punk-anthems-night/ LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys Colchester END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T230000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250524T071147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T071010Z UID:124596-1751659200-1751670000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:The Laughter Zone Comedy Club DESCRIPTION:Tickets Ā£15.50/ Ā£13.50 concessions.Doors open 8pm\, show starts 8.30pm.This show is for a seated audience. \nCome on in for a riotous night of laughter where the bar will be open throughout. \nWe get all the big names of comedy on their way up ā€“ Eddie Izzard\, Billy Bailey\, Jimmy Carr and Michael McIntyre have all appeared at our club when they were in the early stages of their careers. \nSo catch the acts causing a stir on todayā€™s circuit\, and you might even be witnessing comedy greatness of tomorrow! \nThe acts performing are announced on the night. \nhttps://www.facebook.com/events/1228580922300520/?event_time_id=1228580932300519 URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-laughter-zone-comedy-club-6/ LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T230000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250527T071021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T071011Z UID:124675-1751659200-1751670000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:GHOST UK - UK's #1 Tribute to Ghost ft Sleep Broken @ Coda Colchester 4/7/25 DESCRIPTION:Impious Spirit Productions and Peace Productions present \nGHOST UK ā€“ The UKā€™s #1 tribute to Ghost \nAlongside \nSleep Broken ā€“ The UKā€™s #1 Sleep Token Tribute Band \nFriday 4th July 2025 \n19:00 Doors \nĀ£12 adv / Ā£15 otd \nAlt Club Night until 2am \n18+ URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/ghost-uk-uks-1-tribute-to-ghost-ft-sleep-broken-coda-colchester-4-7-25/ LOCATION:Coda Colchester\, Coda Colchester ORGANIZER;CN="Impious Spirit Productions":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T230000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250702T071000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T071013Z UID:125166-1751659200-1751670000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:PUNX FOR THE ANIMALS DESCRIPTION:May says\, ā€˜I have my wee charity gig happening this Friday at Queen St Brewhouse\, Colchester. Itā€™s FREE ENTRY but donations are very much welcomed\, every penny goes to the furbabies at Together for Animals.ā€™ \nFirst band on at 8pm\, come and enjoy a drink or 2 before they start. šŸ™‚ URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/punx-for-the-animals/ LOCATION:7 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PG\, United Kingdom\, 7 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PG\, United Kingdom ORGANIZER;CN="Queen St Brewhouse":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250704T210000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T030000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250624T071004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071008Z UID:125060-1751662800-1751684400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Pop Friday! DESCRIPTION:Pop start you weekend in Colchester with a fun night out in our vibrant and safe venue! \nItā€™s Free Entry all night plus 2 Cocktails šŸ¹ for just Ā£8. \nEnjoy dancing to the biggest Pop\, Party\, and dance classics from the 80s onwards played by our resident DJ! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/pop-friday-10/ LOCATION:Rubix Bar\, Rubix Bar ORGANIZER;CN="Rubix Bar":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T110000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250611T071012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071008Z UID:124952-1751709600-1751713200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Saturday Morning Moth Club DESCRIPTION:Come and see what Moths we have in the Minories Garden and surrounding area. The trap* will be set the night before and naturalist Chris Gibson will be on hand to identify and release whatever happens to have been using the garden the previous evening. We can also discuss ways to invite Moths into our own gardens.*Despite the use of the word ā€˜trapā€™ itā€™s completely humane and doesnā€™t harm the moths in anyway if you take care and be sure not to touch their delicate wings.About Chris GibsonChris is a naturalist and author who lives in Wivenhoe and spent a career in nature conservation\, before taking early retirement. Now he spends his time trying to enthuse and engage people with the natural world\, through walks\, talks\, books and blogs\, and as the Wildlife Advocate for the Beth Chatto Gardens. Find out more about Chris on his website: www.chrisgibsonwildlife.co.uk URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/saturday-morning-moth-club/ LOCATION:74 High Street\, CO1 1UE Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 74 High Street\, CO1 1UE Colchester\, United Kingdom ORGANIZER;CN="The Minories":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250702T071001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071008Z UID:125168-1751709600-1751716800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Disney Lorcana League Reign Of Jafar DESCRIPTION:We at ACE are pleased to be able to bring you the new Lorcana weekly league. Our weekly league session for the Disney Lorcana Trading Card Game will give you plenty of casual play opportunities throughout the session. This is a great opportunity to meet new players and trade cards and pick up new stock while available. \nWith the new adjusted league rules we will now be giving out promo prizes each week rather than at the end of each month. This means there will be no pressure to attend every league session to max your points. \nSo the following items at random to participants every week:Perdita ā€“ Playful Mother promo cards (2 per week)Li Shang ā€“ Newly Promoted promo cards (2 per week)Bolt ā€“ Superdog pins (1 every other week)*Mad Hatter ā€“ Unruly Eccentric pins (1 every other week)*Show Me More! storage boxes (1 every week) \nAll morning we will have demo staff available to teach you all you need to know about this game. We will be running the demoā€™s with the new starter decks available. \nPlease 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 donā€™t miss out. URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/disney-lorcana-league-reign-of-jafar/ LOCATION:ACE Comics\, 42 Culver Street East\, Colchester\, CO1 1LE\, GB ORGANIZER;CN="Glenn Richardson":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T150000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20241208T071103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:120996-1751709600-1751727600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Folk & Bespoke Artisan Craft Fair DESCRIPTION:Artisan Craft Fair\, on Saturday 5th July\, 10am-3pm\, free entry\, at Firstsite\, Lewis Gardens\, High Street\, Colchester CO1 1JH. Folk & Bespoke prides itself as being different\, not the same boring shops that you see around town\, bringing you the same cheap\, unethical goods. Folk & Bespoke aims to bring you something different EVERY month! . We aim to be a unique shopping experience\, a celebration of small independent businesses and time served craftspeople. My aim is to put you in the spotlight and support creative communities! My aim is for us to be the go to market for people to shop indie! . I hope that all of us small businesses will support other small businesses! . We are a small town community! You canā€™t go out without bumping in to someone you know or a familiar face. Our town will grow and this is the time for artisans\, creatives and independents to flourish. . The demand is there\, the talent is there. Letā€™s commit to being something different\, something better\, something great! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/folk-bespoke-artisan-craft-fair-13/ LOCATION:Firstsite Colchester\, Firstsite Colchester ORGANIZER;CN="Folk and Bespoke":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T123000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250527T071021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T071029Z UID:124676-1751711400-1751718600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Embroidery catch up workshop DESCRIPTION:Do you have an embroidery project from a workshop you have done with us or at home and would like to finish or help? Come to our embroidery workshop at The Lexden Crown.All materials are provided and no experience necessary.Book via eventbrite (fees apply) or email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk to book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees apply) \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1376054378689?aff=oddtdtcreator URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/embroidery-catch-up-workshop/ LOCATION:The Lexden Crown\, Bistro Pub ā€“ Colchester\, The Lexden Crown\, Bistro Pub - Colchester ORGANIZER;CN="The Creative Workshop Company":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T153000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250522T071027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:124465-1751718600-1751729400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Weird Creature at HMV Colchester DESCRIPTION:We will be bringing some of our music to the record browsing masses at lunch time. Expect excellent atmospheric Americana\, outsider blue\, and maybe a Tom Waits and a Kitty Lester cover. It is free. URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/weird-creature-at-hmv-colchester/ LOCATION:hmv (Colchester)\, hmv (Colchester) ORGANIZER;CN="Weird Creature":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T163000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250624T071005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:125061-1751720400-1751733000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Fujifilm Photowalk in Colchester DESCRIPTION:Step out and shoot with Fujifilm and London Camera Exchange! \nPhotography isnā€™t just about theory ā€“ itā€™s about capturing the world as you see it. Join us for an inspiring Fujifilm Photowalk with Aaron Prior from the Fujifilm field team\, hosted by London Camera Exchange. \nHands-On Gear Testing: Try out a wide range of Fujifilm cameras and lenses! \nSpaces are limited\, so book early to secure your spot! Tickets are Ā£10. \nFind out morešŸ‘‡ \nhttps://www.lcegroup.co.uk/Events/Open/FUJIFILM-PHOTO-WALK-IN-COLCHESTER_1673.html URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/fujifilm-photowalk-in-colchester/ LOCATION:London Camera Exchange Colchester\, London Camera Exchange Colchester END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250702T071001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:125169-1751724000-1751734800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Dancing Through Life DESCRIPTION:Last few tickets available for our fabulous 20th Anniversary Show ā€œDancing Through Life!ā€ Saturday 5th July2pm & 7pm at The Lakeside Theatre ColchesterDo not miss out! \nVisit www.ticketsource.co.uk/starzperformingartsacademy URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/dancing-through-life/ LOCATION:Lakeside Theatre\, University of Essex\, Wivenhoe Park\, Colchester\, CO4 3SQ\, GB ORGANIZER;CN="Starz Performing Arts Academy":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T233000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20241208T071103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:120997-1751724000-1751758200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Blues and Rock in the Garden\, Colchester\, 2025 DESCRIPTION:Colchester Blues and Rock in the Garden! \nOn Saturday 5 July2025! \nItā€™s our 26th (we think) year and weā€™re back and ready for a party! \nā€œBeautiful settingā€ \nā€œThe atmosphere is incredibleā€ \nā€œWe loved it!ā€ \nEntry limited to 500. We expect to sell out so please buy your tickets quick! Please also share and invite friends to the event! \nWhere else can you buy an 8 pint watering can of beer\, a plastic kettle of cider\, eat delicious food and listen to an eclectic mix of some of the finest music acts around (whilst also helping a good cause)? \n10 great bandsDelicious BBQ and vegetarian/vegan food & cake and dessertsFully Licensed Bar (including beer by the watering can!) \nItā€™s the most diverse line up yet. Including Blues\, Rock\, Soul\, Pop\, Jazz\, Flamenco\, Balkan Gypsy\, Ska\, Dub\, Sea Shanties and Musicians from Malawi! \nThe line up will start with music at 14.00 until 23.30 pm. \n10ā€”11.30pm Funktion Junction (Pop\, Rock\, Soul)8.30-9.45pm Roger Ripcurl (Rock n Roll)7.00-8.30pm Band of Fools (Gypsy Balkan)6.00-7.00 Annemarie Quinn & John Fire (Upbeat Sounds from Malawi!)5.00-6.00 Cherchen Man (Flamenco)4.15-5.00 Elmerā€™s Jazz Band (Jazz)3.00-4.15 Honkus Rumpus (Ska/Dub/Rockers)2.00-3.00 Armoured Man (Sea Shanties) \n(Times above are approximate and subject to change). \nAll money raised is for charity. Building Malawi (http://www.buildingmalawi.com/) and Centurion Rotary. \nWe are very proud to announce that Lingadzi Leadership Academy Secondary School opened in January 2022. See the video of the school construction here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KjJQlvKCNg \nThis means that 200 pupils per year can now access high quality secondary school education. This would not have been possible without the Blues and Rock in the Garden event. The years of support you have given to this event have really paid off. Thank you!!! \nGates open: 2.00pm ā€“ 11.30pm this year. We are only doing Saturday this year\, but starting earlier to have more family activities. \nThe first couple of hours will have a focus on Music & Art with live musicians\, an art exhibition and sale\, art workshops and\, of course\, refreshments!Great for all the family to get involved. \nā€ great for the family!ā€ \nā€ a fun afternoon filled with creativity. We loved it!ā€ \nTickets: Ā£16 single (over 16). Students Ā£10 (must present student ID). Kids Ā£1 (over 5\, under 16 must be accompanied by an adult). \nVenue: Maitlands\, Distillery Lane\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO2 8EZ \nNo picnics please. No dogs except assistance dogs. \n1) Please purchase your tickets via this page (Itā€™s easy and all forms of payment are accepted) \n2) Your wristbands will be available for collection at the gate. URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/blues-and-rock-in-the-garden-colchester-2025/ LOCATION:Maitlands\, Distillery Lane\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO2 8EZ\, Maitlands\, Distillery Lane\, Colchester\, Essex\, CO2 8EZ ORGANIZER;CN="Building Malawi":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T190000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250624T071005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:125064-1751731200-1751742000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Cheever & The Tree live at Coda - Sat 5th July - Free entry! DESCRIPTION:Cheever and the Tree are a 3 piece folk trio playing catchy acoustic songs with beautiful harmonies! Weā€™re playing live at Coda\, Colchester on Sat 5th July from 4pm! Check out our music here https://open.spotify.com/album/014sOZc0o4xHBwXZZPUXQP?si=yvuvLnHjTKOUfV0Sqr8sKw URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/cheever-the-tree-live-at-coda-sat-5th-july-free-entry/ LOCATION:Coda Colchester\, Coda Colchester END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T163000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T220000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250513T071018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:124246-1751733000-1751752800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Evening in the vines with The Landed DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fabulous evening in the vines with the very special local band The Landed !!!! \nBrings chairs if you can!Free parking on site.Food and drink available as additional cost. NO PICNICS OR DRINKS TO BE BROUGHT ON SITE. Adult: Ā£20Child under 16: Ā£15 URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/evening-in-the-vines-with-the-landed/ LOCATION:Thorrington Mill Vineyard\, Thorrington Mill Vineyard ORGANIZER;CN="Thorrington Mill Vineyard":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T223000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250702T071001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:125170-1751743800-1751754600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Live electronica: Surfies + John Callaghan + Nukleopatra + Don Quƶng + The Maghreban DESCRIPTION:Mad live electronic music to ā€œofficiallyā€ open the square outside of Roots & Grooves CafĆ© in Colchester*! Free entry\, with doors opening at around 7:30pmā€¦ \nSurfies is a mysterious musical collective\, reportedly based in Kansas\, USA\, whose Dadaist electronic songs have disrupted the minds of late-night Adult Swim viewers since 2022. This is their first ever UK show.ā¦https://surfies.bandcamp.comā©https://youtu.be/O6QZmbcYUxw?si=8Fxq3BLmJg97Dvpk&t=581 \nJohn Callaghan is an unusual songwriter/performer of thoughtful and spiky electronica from Birmingham. His 1998 single for Warp Records\, ā€˜Iā€™m Not Comfortable Inside My Mindā€™\, is reportedly the cheapest video ever shown by MTV.ā¦https://johncallaghan.co.ukā© \nNukleopatra has been producing and performing electronic music since late 2024\, combining sampling with original songwriting to craft techno-pessimist electro pop on the fossil fuel industry\, the exploitation of workers producing tech commodities\, the performance of gender on social media\, and more.https://linktr.ee/nukleopatra \nDon Quƶng are two rave dads who use a fully-hardware rig to make you dance.https://soundcloud.com/don-quoeng \nDJ The Maghreban has cut a niche for clever\, forceful dance music\, fuelled by mischievous sample play and inspired by his background in hip hop and jungle.https://www.instagram.com/maghreban \n*not\, despite what the map may say\, Coggeshall ā€“ this is the cafe opposite Primark x URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/live-electronica-surfies-john-callaghan-nukleopatra-don-quong-the-maghreban/ LOCATION:Roots & Grooves Cafe\, Roots & Grooves Cafe END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T000000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250212T071034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:122417-1751743800-1751760000@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Through the Decades Party Night DESCRIPTION:Party all night long to the biggest hits from all of the best decades. Whichever decade is your favourite\, youā€™ll be sure to hear the biggest songs from each decade! \nOur photobooth will be open\, and fancy dress is always encouraged! \nDoors open from 7.30pm and the night finishes at midnight. Guests need to be over 18. URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/through-the-decades-party-night-3/ LOCATION:Colchester United FC\, JobServe Community Stadium\, United Way\, Colchester\, CO4 5UP\, GB ORGANIZER;CN="Events at Colchester United FC":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T003000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250612T071021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:124987-1751743800-1751761800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Planet Earth The Queen Brewhouse 10TH Anniversary Party Part 1 DESCRIPTION:You are all invited to our first of two10th Birtday Celebrations this one with Planet Earth!šŸ˜€šŸŽ‚šŸŗšŸŽ‰šŸŽˆšŸŒ. DJs Fettdog and Jules Zilion will play the greatest tunes from the 70s80s\, and 90s. Itā€™s gonna be a wee bit epic! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/planet-earth-the-queen-brewhouse-10th-anniversary-party-part-1-with-planet-earth/ LOCATION:Queen St Brewhouse\, 7 - 9 Queen Street\, Colchester\, CO1 2PG\, GB ORGANIZER;CN="Queen St Brewhouse":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T230000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20240426T070830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071009Z UID:112509-1751745600-1751756400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Sounds Like the 80s - Top 40 Countdown DESCRIPTION:Join Sounds like the 80ā€™s for a Top 40 Countdown you donā€™t want to miss. \nWith full live band and 4 outstanding vocalists we transport you back to the decade that brought us the birth of MTV\, chunky mobile phones & the Rubiks cube. \nIncludes all the hits you would expect to hear from a Top 40 Countdown including Wham\, Madonna\, OMD and even a little Madness. \nSo grab those neon legwarmers\, shoulder pads and shell suits out of the loft and join us for a fantastic night of live music\, singing the night away to the songs that made the 80ā€™s the best !! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sounds-like-the-80s/ LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre ORGANIZER;CN="Sounds Like the 80s":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T230000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20240523T071132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071010Z UID:114867-1751745600-1751756400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Sounds Like the 80s - Top 40 Countdown DESCRIPTION:Join Sounds like the 80ā€™s for a Top 40 Countdown you donā€™t want to miss. \nWith full live band and 4 outstanding vocalists we transport you back to the decade that brought us the birth of MTV\, chunky mobile phones & the Rubiks cube. \nIncludes all the hits you would expect to hear from a Top 40 Countdown including Wham\, Madonna\, OMD and even a little Madness. \nSo grab those neon legwarmers\, shoulder pads and shell suits out of the loft and join us for a fantastic night of live music\, singing the night away to the songs that made the 80ā€™s the best !! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/sounds-like-the-80s-the-ultimate-80s-experience/ LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre ORGANIZER;CN="EJB Promotions & Events":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250705T230000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250624T071006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T071010Z UID:125066-1751745600-1751756400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Live soul performance by Simone DESCRIPTION:Live soul performance by the brilliant Simone starting at 8pm. \nIf you do want a table please do book in to secure yourself a seat. URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/live-soul-performance-by-simone/ LOCATION:1-2 Castle Road\, Colchester\, 1-2 Castle Road\, Colchester ORGANIZER;CN="The Foresters Arms":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250523T071030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T071000Z UID:124546-1751796000-1751806800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:The Rec Community Market DESCRIPTION:šŸŒž The Rec Community Market ā€“ Sunday 6th July šŸŒžšŸ“ Old Heath Recreation Ground\, ColchesteršŸ•™ 10:00 AM ā€“ 4:00 PM \nJoin us on Sunday 6th July for another fantastic day at The Rec Community Market ā€“ bringing together local traders\, live entertainment\, and family fun in the heart of the community! \nHereā€™s what to expect: \nšŸ›ļø Over 25 stalls ā€“ handmade crafts\, affordable fashion\, sweet treats\, homeware & morešŸŽµ Live music & local buskers throughout the dayšŸ” Delicious hot food and drinks from local vendorsšŸ° Cakes\, bakes\, snacks and refreshmentsšŸŗ A fully licensed baršŸŽˆ Bouncy castles and kidsā€™ activities \nWhether youā€™re shopping for something special or just enjoying a day out with family and friends ā€“ thereā€™s something for everyone! \nFree entry ā€“ everyone welcome! \nLetā€™s support our local makers\, enjoy great food\, and celebrate community spirit together šŸ™Œ URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/the-rec-community-market-3/ LOCATION:Colchester old heath Recreation Ground\, Colchester old heath Recreation Ground END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T130000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250624T071007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T071000Z UID:125067-1751796000-1751806800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Festival of Fun DESCRIPTION:Have your own skates? Fancy a free skate on Sunday 6th July? Come and join our pop up casual skateā€¦ click the link to book your space now. URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/festival-of-fun-3/ LOCATION:Leisure World Colchester\, Leisure World Colchester ORGANIZER;CN="Rollerworld":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T160000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250624T071007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T071000Z UID:125068-1751796000-1751817600@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Raku Club - Communal Firing Session DESCRIPTION:Makerspace Raku Club ā€“ Communal Raku Firing Session held at Cuckoo Farm Studios. \nLed by Peter Jones with support from Makerspace Technician Ed Dan ā€” we supply all the raku glazes\, materials and fire ā€” you just need to bring your ceramics! \nIMPORTANT NOTESā€¢ Booking for the course will be closed 5 working days prior to the session dateā€¢ A minimum of 5 attendees need to sign up for this course in advance for it to go aheadā€¢ If cancelled\, members will be informed and refundedā€¢ Otherwise no refunds or transfersā€¢ We provide an optional additional Raku Club ā€“ Hand Building session for those needing support on how to hand build clay objects suitable for raku firing. See here for dates > www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-art-of-raku-1679509ā€¢ You will be working outside\, so please dress appropriatelyā€¢ Vegan soup\, sourdough bread and drinks will be providedā€¢ Raku firing is a rapid process\, only a few objects at a time will be able to be fired; this means the session will be extended over the whole dayā€¢ The process has limits in terms of object size and suits objects that are not too big\, a size of H200mm vase form is approximately the largest that can be managed safely \nABOUT RAKURaku 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. The thermal shock of this also produces cracking/crazing\, producing unexpected outcomes.If you have any questions regarding the course\, please email hello@makercampus.co.uk \nYOUR TUTORLed by Peter Jones\, a ceramic artist who has run his own studio for over 26 years. He has exhibited widely and is currently an associate artist for the British ceramics biennial\, and consults and assist on many technical aspects of ceramics for artists and organisations. He was senior technician at Colchester Art school\, teaching the 3D Design and Craft Degree. \nMAKERSPACE MEMBER DISCOUNTSMembers receive up to 50% off classes. Membership includes 24/7 access to the space and equipment\, starting from Ā£11 a month. Visit www.makercampus.co.uk/membership \nABOUT COLCHESTER MAKERSPACEEver 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 \nREFUNDSPlease take time to read our refunds policy > www.makercampus.co.uk/refunds-policy URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/raku-club-communal-firing-session-3/ LOCATION:Boxted Road\,Mile End\,CO4 5HH\,GB\, Boxted Road\,Mile End\,CO4 5HH\,GB ORGANIZER;CN="Eventbrite":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T163000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250624T071007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T071000Z UID:125069-1751808600-1751819400@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Pete Kennedy: Squidgerat Stories DESCRIPTION:Doors open 1.30pm\, show starts 2pm. Finishes 3pm.Pay What You Can.This show is for a seated audience. \nCelebrated local artist Pete Kennedy performs a series of sketches to introduce his latest book Squidgerat Scrawls using music\, masks\, projections and on stage imagery. \nIncludes a post show Q&A. URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/pete-kennedy-squidgerat-stories/ LOCATION:Church St\, CO1 1NF Colchester\, United Kingdom ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Arts Centre":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250521T071149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T071000Z UID:124386-1751810400-1751821200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Live music with Sunflower Acoustic DESCRIPTION:Relax and enjoy some great tunes from Nat and Les. URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/live-music-with-sunflower-acoustic/ LOCATION:Ye Olde Albion Pub\, High Street\, Rowhedge\, Colchester\, CO5 7ES\, GB ORGANIZER;CN="Ye Olde Albion Pub":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250409T071043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T071000Z UID:123509-1751814000-1751821200@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Calm At The Castle DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Sunday of the month for a little calm at Colchester Castle. \nThese sessions are suitable for visitors with ASD\, providing an opportunity for them to explore the museum at a quieter time. We aim to minimise sensory stimulation in the galleries by turning off audio and visuals and providing a sensory space off the main gallery. \nEar defenders\, visual guides and twiddlemuffs are available from the Museumā€™s reception free of charge. \nYou can find out more about our autism-friendly resources by visiting our Access page. \nThis event is included in Castle admission. There is no need to book; just purchase general admission tickets to the Castle\, or consider a Museums Pass to enjoy unlimited visits during the year! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/calm-at-the-castle-5/ LOCATION:Colchester Castle\, Colchester Castle ORGANIZER;CN="Colchester Museums":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250706T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T231848 CREATED:20250702T071003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250706T071000Z UID:125172-1751823000-1751833800@keepcolchestercool.co.uk SUMMARY:Alex Roberts DESCRIPTION:šŸŽ¶ Live at The Victoria Inn ā€“ Alex Roberts šŸŽ¶ \nJoin us this Sunday from 5:30pm in the garden for an intimate set from the brilliant Alex Roberts ā€” a masterful songwriter weaving folk\, blues\, and roots into something truly special. No tickets needed\, just turn up and enjoy. Donations warmly encouraged to support the music. See you there! \nLetā€™s keep live music alive!! URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/alex-roberts/ LOCATION:10 North Station Rd\, Colchester ORGANIZER;CN="Victoria Inn Colchester":MAILTO:noreply@facebookmail_com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR