Keep Colchester Cool

80s and 90s Party Night
2025-09-13 19:30 - 22:30 (Europe/London) | JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom, JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us for the latest in our ever-popular series of party nights. This time around we are celebrating 2 amazing decades – the 80s and the 90s – so gather your wild boys, and your spice girls and hit the Jobserve Community Stadium for an evening of fun, nostalgia and the BEST music!

Keep Colchester Cool presents Colchester’s Sound 8: Rev Simpkins + Ecto Peach + Shed + BIG big SKY
2025-09-13 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £7Doors open 7:30pm, show starts 8:00pmThis gig is for a standing audience
Our local showcase night in partnership with KEEP COLCHESTER COOL returns! This time featuring…
Rev SimpkinsEcto PeachShedBIG big SKY

Harvey FEST Charity Ball 2025
2025-09-13 18:30 - 2025-09-14 00:00 | The Essex Golf & Country Club, The Essex Golf & Country Club
NEW DATE. NEW POSTER. NEW VIBES!!!
Harvey’s Wish Harvey FEST Charity Ball 🍍🏖️
SAVE THE DATE NOW!
SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2025
A fantastic night of Music, Entertainment & Dancing with our fabulous DJ Mark Anderson& photographer Martin Webb as well as lots of amazing prizes up for grabs in our Raffle & Auction.
£60 per person – 3 course meal & FREE Welcome Glass of Prosecco 🥂
Table of 10 are available for larger groups
▪️Please message me through this page ▪️To be paid in full in order to secure place
Harvey is 14 years old & has a diagnosis of…▪️Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy ▪️Full time wheelchair use▪️Vision Impairment▪️Global Developmental Delay▪️History of Epilepsy/Seizures ▪️Scoliosis – (3.5 years post Spinal Fusion)
All proceeds from the night will be going to towards Harvey’s ongoing private physiotherapy treatment at both Mini Wonders Children’s Physiotherapy & Physio Goals 4 Kids
Unfortunately this therapy isn’t available to Harvey on the NHS & is vital for him, to be able to reach his full potential in his development & to help him live the best life he can whilst battling with Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy 💚
⭐Wheelchair access to & from the building
⭐Hotel Accommodation available – booking separate!
We have been a registered charity the last 9 years & fundraise through www.justgiving.com/harveyswish
We promise you an amazing night & really hope we can make this night a HUGE success ❤️
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!!

Fenland Folklore @ East Anglian Folklore Centre
2025-09-13 17:00 - 19:00 | The Minories, The Minories
Get your tickets here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/artemiswritersuk/1790541
£9 + £1 booking fee/ £7 + £1 booking fee for concessions
In this creative writing workshop, we will explore the legends of the Fens, drawing on a range of texts to inspire new creative visions. You will leave the workshop thoroughly immersed in the folklore of the area and brimming with ideas about how to develop setting and plot. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned novelist, these hands-on exercises and stimulating source material will fire your imagination.

Colchester ALB Festival 2025
2025-09-13 13:00 - 2025-09-14 21:00 | Lower Castle Park Colchester, Colchester, CO1 1, GB
The biggest & best family event of the year!A huge weekend festival, with massive acts and fun for the whole family. All supporting the amazing work we do for Colchester and the community ❤️

MOTOFEST (raising Funds for Essex and herts air ambulance)
2025-09-13 11:00 - 22:30 | Main Road, Colchester
The Colchester bike group will be raising funds for charity. Lots going on stalls, bouncy castles , food and drink, face painting. I’m sure it will be a great day with some great bikes on show.

Booster Cushion Theatre presents Alan in Wonderland & The Three Goats Plus...
2025-09-13 11:00 - 14:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £7 / £6 Family Ticket £22 (admits 4 people, at least one of whom must be a child).Doors open 11am, show starts 11.30am.
Alice is stuck in Wonderland at the Mad Hatter’s tea party and it’s up to her brother, Alan, to rescue her. Forgetting that all things in Wonderland are magical, Alice eats a plate of cakes which turn her into a troll and now she eats everything and anything she can get her hands on!
Alan knows he must find the Three Goats, Wonderland’s troll experts and ask them for help. They will help Alan to save his sister, if he can help them get back over the bridge!
Ideal for 4 to 9 years old and their families. There is nothing frightening in this production, so younger children can easily watch it.

MOTOFEST!!
2025-09-13 11:00 - 14:00 | Kings Arms, Frating, Essex, Kings Arms, Frating, Essex
Get ready to rev up the fun at MotoFest 2025!!
Calling all motorcycle enthusiasts and their families….Join us for an afternoon of excitement and family friendly fun at MotoFest.
Entry is free, there will be Food, Drink and lots of things to do for the family.
More details will be announced closer to the time so keep your eyes open and get the date in the diary…

Screen Printing - Exposing Screens, Registration & Repeats
2025-09-13 10:30 - 17:00 | Trinity Works,24 Trinity Street,Colchester,CO1 1JN,GB
Two Part, One Day Course – Join Associate Artist Katie Kennedy to learn and practise the full process of screen exposure and printing.
AM: process and create designs on to two exposed screens ready to use in the afternoon.
PM: use our screens to create two-colour prints, learning about registration of designs, printing multiple techniques and exploring repeat patterns.
You will come away from the course with a full understanding of the principles of screen printing and knowledge of how to process screens using a UV emulsion and exposure unit. Then you’ll be ready to take your printing to the next level!
Participants would be asked to prepare an idea of what they would like to print in advance of the workshop. This course is aimed at those who have done the introductory hand-cut stencil workshop or the screen exposure induction.
Not for beginners.
About the Associate Artist leading the session: Katie is a graphic designer and workshop artist, running her own design business alongside delivering art, design and architecture workshops with museums, galleries, schools and festivals across the UK. Katie is inspired by all kinds of things; architecture, nature, street art, great design… Specific print inspirations are: Hatch Show Prints, Print Club London, Anthony Burrill, Abram Games, Andy Warhol, Strawberry Luna… the list goes on. Learn more about Katie on her website: www.katiekennedy.co.uk
New to Colchester Makerspace? We’re a community workshop with ceramics, printmaking, and a vibrant program of classes. Explore our website: www.makercampus.co.uk
Join our creative community: Enjoy up to 50% off classes and 24/7 access to our space and equipment. Memberships start at just £15 a month. Materials not included unless attending a booked class. Learn more: www.makercampus.co.uk/membership
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SPACE Colchester Artist Open Studios
2025-09-13 10:00 - 17:00 | 37 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ, United Kingdom, 37 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ, United Kingdom
Sat 13 Sep, 10am – 5pm – OPEN STUDIOS
Come and explore our artist studios at 37 Queen Street, meet artists, photographers, designers, illustrators and all sorts of creative people face to face and buy works of art directly from their studio. The day coincides with Colchester’s Heritage Open Days programme which runs from 12 – 21 September.
Sat 13 Sep, 12pm and 2pm – Free guided tours of the old police station
Tours of the building, led by former CID and Scenes of Crime Officer Chris Farndell, who served at Queen Street police station, will be held at 12pm and 2pm. Tours are free, but places are limited so booking is essential. Book your free place here > https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/guided-tours-of-the-former-queen-st-police-station-colchester-tickets-1468778278369?aff=oddtdtcreator

Stitch a Faux Leather Satchel
2025-09-13 09:30 - 14:00 | Love Local, Love Local
Stitch a faux leather satchel at Love Local on Saturday 13th September at 9:30am
£45pp
What you will learn:• How to sew faux leather using two needles at a time• How to construct the satchel which has premade holes for easier sewing• Which tools to use
What is included:• All materials and tools• Full instructions and guidance• Choice of colour of bag, I will be in touch we after booking to ask you your choice• Hot beverages and sweet treats, dietary requirements can be catered for
Bookings can be made via eventbrite or email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk with any enquiries or to pay via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1404265659389?aff=oddtdtcreator

Swiftaloo – Abba vs Taylor Swift Club Night
2025-09-12 20:30 - 23:30 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
💃✨ Calling all Dancing Queens and Swifties! It’s ABBA vs Taylor Swift — a glitter-soaked, sing-your-heart-out kind of night where disco meets heartbreak anthems. Fancy dress? Totally optional, but why not go full sequins or sparkle era? Grab your friends, hit the floor, and get ready to dance, scream, and maybe cry (in a fun way). Let the battle of the bops begin!
Friday 12th September£5 advance (+ booking fee)Doors 8:30pmOver 18s only
This gig takes place on the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
Access – There is no lift to access the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys. There are flights of hand railed stairs to reach the top floor with rest opportunities between each flight

Queen Tribute Night
2025-09-12 19:30 - 2025-09-13 00:00 | Colchester United FC, JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester, CO4 5UP, GB
Head down to Colchester United for the return of our amazing Queen Rhapsody Tribute act. They will be performing all of their biggest hits, all night long!
Doors open 7.30pm, with the act on from approx. 8.30pm. Our DJ will finish the night off through to midnight. Our photobooth will be open all night long!
Over 16’s only. 16 to 18 year olds must be accompanied by an adult.

BIG NIGHT OUT - 80s, 90s v 00s Colchester, Three Wise Monkeys
2025-09-12 19:30 - 23:59 | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
Get ready to experience another high octane, jam-packed, nostalgia-inducing extravaganza with the BIG NIGHT OUT!! 🙌🙌🙌
⚡⚡LIVE HOST & DJ | LIP SYNC BATTLES/DANCE OFF COMPETITIONS | MASS SINGALONGS | PRIZES | GIVEAWAYS | FANCY DRESS& MORE ⚡⚡
IT’S CERTAINLY NOT YOUR TYPICAL NIGHT OUT!!!🤩🤩🤩🤩
Brace yourself for a night of fun and throwback classics with your LIVE HOST & DJ. 🎧
Prepare to battle it out in EPIC lip sync battles 🎤 and unleash your inner superstar as you compete in dance-offs that will have you busting moves you never knew you had!!And that’s not all – we’ve got prizes and giveaways including FREE INFLATABLE MICS FOR EARLY ARRIVALS so you and your friends can sing your hearts out in our singalong section of the night!!! 🎤🎤🎤🎤
🎧 Your host will be playing the biggest chart topping 80s, 90s & 00s anthems! Prepare for an unforgettable mix of pop chart-toppers, timeless rock singalongs, indie, emo and dance anthems, and a touch of R&B grooves all specially selected to ensure a nostalgic journey filled with maximum enjoyment!
🎵 Expect all the unforgettable Pop and Dance favourites from the likes of Robins S, Gala, Livin Joy, David Guetta, Calvin Harris, The Prodigy, Faithless, Fatboy Slim and the Chemical Brothers, Dizzee Rascal to classic chart bangers from S Club 7, Take That, Venga Boys, N-Dubz, Five, Britney, Backstreet Boys, Rhianna, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, TLC, Spice Girls, and much much more! You will be spoilt for choice!!
🎵 Theres also classic indie anthems from bands like Oasis, Blur, Blink 182, Green Day, Nirvana to Sum 41, My Chemical Romance, All Time Low, Fall Out Boy, Smash Mouth, Pulp & The Offspring. There really is something for everyone!!
📺 Plus we’ll also deliver a dose of classic TV and Movies soundtracks from programs you’ll “Never Forget” such as Friends, The Fresh Prince, Baywatch, Trainspotting, Human Traffic, Pulp Fiction, Bill and Ted and much more.
🍾 This is a perfect night for Hen Parties, Stag do’s, Birthday’s, Work nights out or just Social night on the town with your friends.
👠🦺👕 So dig out your fancy dress & designer wear if thats your thing and don’t miss this night of non stop, wall to wall, classic party bangers!!
Get your tickets now before they sell out and prepare for a night of pure, unadulterated retro awesomeness! 🤯🔥🎉
ROAR————————————————————–This event is strictly for 18 +Refunds will only be given if the event itself is cancelled. Refunds cannot be given if an event is postponed or rescheduled to another date, tickets purchased will still be valid and automatically transferred to the new date. If you are unable to attend the new date for any reason then you may resell or transfer your ticket to another person who can attend.

Knightmare Live 10th Anniversary Tour
2025-09-12 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £20.Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm
The hilarious, award winning show returns for its 10th anniversary (now in its 2nd year!). Based on the cult TV classic, Knightmare.
Light the beacons! Rouse the villagers! Gather all your courage… for the smash hit comedy show of the cult 90s TV classic is back!
Dare you face the perils of the dungeon? Bloodthirsty goblins, terrifying traps and worst of all… some tricky word puzzles! Sidestep left into adventure as dungeon master Treguard opens the doors once more for the very special, 10th anniversary tour of the hilarious homage to the TV show that dared to say, what if we put children in a helmet and led them to their death? Starring Tom Bell (The Mash Report) and Paul Flannery (Ghosts of Darkness).
“A Nostalgic Dream Come True” – TIMEOUT ★★★★ “Spellcasting A-W-E-S-O-M-E” – The Independent ★★★★ Den of Geek ★★★★ Metro ★★★★ Scotsman

ScrewLoose Improv
2025-09-11 20:00 - 23:00 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
ScrewLoose Improv is back! Bigger, better and way stupider than you would’ve ever thought possible.
Britain’s prisons are overcrowded…. Inmates incarcerated for their crimes against theatre must improvise for freedom! Navigating ridiculously daft games and perilous scenes in a desperate bid to escape the famous Three Wise Monkeys Penitentiary.
Under the ever watchful eye of their neurotic warden, come and find out for yourselves if they will improvise their way out… or escape early again.Oh and don’t forget to bring your own suggestions.You give the prompts, we do the time.
Where: Upstairs at The Three Wise Monkeys.When: Thursday September 11th (yeah…risky) 2025Doors open for fun and frolics (and maybe a beer!) at 7.30pm, show at 8.Tickets £10 in advance or £12 on the door
Accessibility Information:Please note that access to the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys does not have a lift, but there are rest opportunities between each flight of stairs

Classic Horror Nights! Peter Cushing & Christopher Lee: Peoples' Choice
2025-09-11 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £6.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.
Monthly nights of retro horror screenings from the mainly Brit school of Hammer, Amicus etc. Presented by Classic Horror buff and local musician Jason Frederick. Popcorn, a monthly themed cocktail, plenty of dry ice and often very daft over-blown intros. Join us!
PETER CUSHING & CHRISTOPHER LEE – YOU DECIDEWhat will it be? It’s up to you! Choose your favourite Lee / Cushing team up (films which feature BOTH actors). We’ll provide options – but get in touch if you’ve any ideas you’d like to see featured.

Ben Miller: Volcano Show
2025-09-09 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £16.50.Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm.This show is recommended for ages 18+.
What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano?
In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, the first ever stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part.
Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, cats, cookies, and more. And yes that photo is real. Ben has made people laugh in front of a burning lava lake and he is not afraid of you.
Ben Miller is an NYC based scientist turned comedian who has been working for the past 8 years. In that time, he has performed at all the top clubs in the city such as Broadway Comedy Club, Carolines, and The Stand. Ben was once ranked as the top roast battler in NYC. He has a degree in Materials Science and Engineering, worked on a science bus, 3D printed cookies and has diffused a few bar fights while on stage. In 2022, Ben Miller’s debut hour, Stand-Up Science, had a completely sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and he now tours internationally.

Chappel Summer Beer Festival
2025-09-09 00:00 - 2025-09-13 00:00 | Chappel & Wakes Colne Station Station Rd, Colchester, Chappel & Wakes Colne Station Station Rd, Colchester
Only a few weeks to go until the Chappel Summer Beer Festival returns – Tuesday 9th to Saturday 13th September.
Please be aware that while we set up and hold the beer festival, the museum will be closed for public viewing from Saturday 6th August, normal service will resume Wednesday 17th September.
� Over 70 cask ales + Ciders & Perry.� Hot and cold food and drink� Ferret Racing returns on Saturday 13th
Tickets are only valid for one session, and one day only, please make sure you purchase the correct day and session. For each day there are two admission sessions – Lunchtime 11:00 to 16:30 (No lunchtime session on Tuesday 9th) and Evening 16:30 to 22.30 (23:00 on Friday). Tickets are only valid for the days/sessions you book. Please arrive within the time of your session, Lunchtime Ticket holders may stay as long as you like up to 22:30 (23:00 on Friday). Last admission is 20:30 (21:00 on Friday).
Tickets are £22, which includes admission, beer glass and £10 worth of beer tokens. Extra tokens are purchased at the festival if required. Unused beer tokens can be cashed in at the festival or donated towards to Festival to keep us going. See website for details, reduced price for members and locals.
Book tickets now: https://chappelbeerfestival.org.uk/summer/index.ph
Please Drink Responsibly.
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The Tango Zone Pop-up Practica @Marks Tey Parish Hall
2025-09-08 20:15 - 22:15 | Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London Rd, Marks Tey, CO6 1EJ, GB
⭐️👀 Another chance to dance more tango in Colchester! 👀⭐️An informal ad-hoc pop-up practica on MONDAY 8th SEPTEMBER 8.15-10.15pm at Marks Tey Parish Hall. Come and practise some tango in a casual friendly environment with help available for any tango queries. Beginners always welcome! ☺️👍
📅Date: Monday 30th June⏰Time: 8.15-10.15pm📍Venue: Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London Road, Marks Tey, CO6 1EJ🚗Large free car park at the venue. 💸Entry: £5
Attendance is at the risk and responsibility of the individual.

The Tango Zone’s **Tango Fundamentals lesson** @ Marks Tey Parish Hall, (Small Hall)
2025-09-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London Rd, Marks Tey, CO6 1EJ, GB
**NEW** TANGO FUNDAMENTALS LESSON 7-8pm in The Small Hall, Marks Tey Parish Hall.Come and learn all-important tango basics! You can also put what you have learned into practice in the pop-up practica, which follows the lesson, in the Main Hall at Marks Tey. No partner needed. No need to book. Beginners very welcome! ☺️Teachers: Robert, Lorraine, Paul and Delia.
📅Date: Monday 8th September⏰Time: 7.00-8.00pm📍Venue: The Small Hall, Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London Road, Marks Tey, CO6 1EJ🚗Large free car park at the venue. 💸Entry: £7 for lesson £10 lesson + practica, in the main hallCASH ONLY PLEASE
Please note: Attendance is at the risk and responsibility of the individual.

Teapot Masterclass
2025-09-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Trinity Works,24 Trinity Street,Colchester,CO1 1JN,GB
Explore the art of teapot creation with Associate Artist Neville Tatham in this 3-part course.
This 6-hour workshop (split into 3 sessions) delves into advanced throwing techniques for creating teapots, including handle pulling and gallery lids. Sessions are two hours each and run on Monday evenings over 3 consecutive weeks:
Session 1: Monday 8th September, 6.30pm-8.30pm Session 2: Monday 15th September, 6.30pm-8.30pm Session 3: Monday 22nd September, 6.30pm-8.30pm
About the Associate Artist: Neville studied 3D Design in the early ’90s, specialising in ceramics. He honed his skills through production and teaching, focusing on the environmentally-friendly Slipware technique using local clays.Now based in Essex, Neville creates functional pottery inspired by traditional European rural styles. Each piece is hand-thrown and raw-fired, highlighting the natural beauty of terracotta clay. Visit: www.nevilletatham.com
Join Our Creative Community: Enjoy up to 50% off classes and 24/7 access to our space and equipment. Memberships start at just £15 a month. Learn more: www.makercampus.co.uk/membership
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Support Creativity: Donate to our kiln fund and help us keep making amazing things happen: https://gofund.me/1d2f2158
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Panama City Duo
2025-09-07 17:30 - 20:30 | Victoria Inn Colchester, 10 North Station Rd, Colchester, CO1 1RB, GB
🎶 Panama City Duo – First Gig at the Victoria Inn!🎶Don’t miss Panama City, an alt-folk duo bringing their unique sound to the Victoria Inn for the very first time on Sunday 7th September, starting at 5:30 PM.
With rich harmonies, heartfelt lyrics, and a fresh twist on folk tradition, Panama City blend acoustic warmth with a modern edge. This intimate set marks their first gig at the Victoria Inn, and it’s the perfect way to spend a laid-back Sunday evening.
Free entry, but donations encouraged!! – come along, unwind, and discover something special.

Autumn Concert
2025-09-07 17:30 - 20:30 | Ivor Crewe Lecture Hall, Ivor Crewe Lecture Hall
Join the Essex Chamber Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of orchestral storytelling.
Our autumn concert features: • Tchaikovsky – Romeo and Juliet Overture: a sweeping, dramatic take on Shakespeare’s tragic lovers • Arthur Bliss – Things to Come: bold, cinematic music from the visionary 1930s sci-fi film • Schumann – Symphony No. 4: a richly emotional symphony full of lyrical power and intensity
Sunday 7th September, 5:30pmIvor Crewe Auditorium, Colchester
This concert is partnership with the Rotary Club of Colchester, supporting their work with End Polio Now.
Tickets available soon – save the date!

Calm At The Castle
2025-09-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Colchester Castle, Colchester Castle
Join us on the first Sunday of the month for a little calm at Colchester Castle.
These 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.
Ear defenders, visual guides and twiddlemuffs are available from the Museum’s reception free of charge.
You can find out more about our autism-friendly resources by visiting our Access page.
This 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!

Vinyl Sessions: Goldfrapp - Felt Mountain
2025-09-07 12:00 - 15:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £4Doors open 12pm, show starts at 12:30pmThis show is for a seated audience.
The bar will be open throughout.
Some of the tracks from this debut album by singer Alison Goldfrapp and multi-instrumentalist/arranger Will Gregory were seemingly inescapable upon its release a scarcely believable 25 years ago.
The likes of ‘Lovely Head’, ‘Pilots’ and ‘Utopia’ were plundered by countless TV shows, film soundtracks and adverts of the time for their kooky, yet approachable sonics, belying how singularly odd Felt Mountain itself actually is.
If you’re only familiar with Goldfrapp from their subsequent reinvention as purveyors of steely electro-glam, then take it from us that their first outing – with its John Barry homages, desolately mournful strings, vampish takes on the Weimar-era cabaret tradition and lush, turn-of-the-Millenium pop – is well worth revisiting.
The album playback will be followed by a Q&A session.
After a short break, we’ll follow the album with our usual ‘Dead Wax’ session. Bring along a vinyl disc of your choice and hear a track from it played through the Arts Centre PA. This can be anything you like, for any reason – the more ‘out there’ the better.

The Rec Community Market
2025-09-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Colchester old heath Recreation Ground, Colchester old heath Recreation Ground
🌞 The Rec Community Market – Sunday 7th September 🌞📍 Old Heath Recreation Ground, Colchester🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Join us on Sunday 7th September for another fantastic day at The Rec Community Market – bringing together local traders, live entertainment, and family fun in the heart of the community!
Here’s what to expect:
🛍️ Over 25 stalls – handmade crafts, affordable fashion, sweet treats, homeware & more🎵 Live music & local buskers throughout the day🍔 Delicious hot food and drinks from local vendors🍰 Cakes, bakes, snacks and refreshments🎈 Bouncy castles and kids’ activities
Whether you’re shopping for something special or just enjoying a day out with family and friends – there’s something for everyone!
Free entry – everyone welcome!
Let’s support our local makers, enjoy great food, and celebrate community spirit together 🙌

JAR presents - Good Health + Monumental + The Number Twenty
2025-09-06 20:00 - 23:00 | Queen St Brewhouse, 7 - 9 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PG, GB
JAR presents
Good Health are making their JAR debut with a headline spot, we really enjoy these guys and want to show you what they’re all about, great guitar hooks and twisting melodies.
Monumental are main support and we are stoked to be hosting these lads for the first time, coming from Southend they bring rock n roll energy like you’ve never seen before.
First on are The Number Twenty from Rayleigh, we can’t wait to catch their set and witness indie rock at its finest.

Tom Houghton: Deep
2025-09-06 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £21.50 / £18.50 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.
After a phenomenal, sold-out, international tour. Plus, a second round of supporting Milton Jones. The man who asked us, “Do you ski?” is turning everything upside down and asking, “Do you scuba?”
In a world full of relentless click bate, online distractions, and brain rotting content, Tom’s racing brain finally became too much for him.
Having left the Western world behind, Tom found himself in Indonesia where he plunged into a journey of self-discovery. He submerged himself as far down in the ocean as possible, while asking the most profound questions of what truly makes someone who they are.
And now he’s bringing his discoveries to you.
It’s time to go “Deep”.
As seen on Netflix, Comedy Central and host of Very British Problems
“Clever, passionate and soulful“ ★★★★★ The New European
“A twisted view of the world“ ★★★★★ The Sunday Express
“Brilliant, bright and insightful… everyone’s cup of tea“ ★★★★★ UK Cabaret
“Houghton elicits the type of laughter that makes it hard for you to breath; Your eyes glass over with tears, and you can’t look at him for fear of falling off your chair“ ★★★★ The New Current
“Get your tickets today. Tomorrow may well be too late. A Star is Born“ ★★★★★ One 4 Review
“This unexpected tour de force warrants a 21-gun salute“ ★★★★ The Daily Telegraph
“A crafty idiot “ ★★★★ The Daily Mail
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CODA - Acoustic Showcase
2025-09-06 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:Ellie GraceDavid SorapureFrancisStu E Skinner(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
