Keep Colchester Cool

OMB Film Quiz 11
2025-04-03 18:50 - 21:50 (Europe/London) | Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom, 5-6 St Nicholas St, Colchester, CO1 1LB, GB
Test your knowledge of films and help raise money for an incredible cause!
– £3 a head (cash only, all proceeds to charity)– Maximum 6 to a team – Food available throughout – Book via https://sevn.ly/xJWOHUhN
If you book and then decide not to attend, please cancel your booking.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the quiz is due to start.

Colchester Makerspace Social
2025-04-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Trinity Works,24 Trinity Street,Colchester,CO1 1JN,GB
Thinking of becoming a member and want to know more? Already a member and want to catch up with the others? Colchester Makerspace Socials are free of charge, include a short introduction to Colchester Makerspace and an opportunity to meet some of our members and associate artists.
You will also hear a short show-and-tell from our Maker of the Month.
This Social is part of a city-wide programme called First Thursdays – a new monthly festival with events throughout Colchester, celebrating its vibrant and diverse cultural scene. Venues across the city are thrown open for the community to showcase fantastic performances, workshops and interactive experiences.
Join our creative community: Enjoy up to 50% off classes and 24/7 access to our space and equipment. Memberships start at just £11 a month. Learn more: www.makercampus.co.uk/membership
Support Creativity: Donate to our kiln fund and help us keep making amazing things happen: https://gofund.me/1d2f2158
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

Dungeons & Dragons @ Dice & A Slice
2025-04-03 18:00 - 21:30 | Dice & A Slice, 37 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PQ, GB
Have you ever wanted to try D&D or are looking for a game to join?
Come along to our regular D&D sessions!
£5 to play
Sign Up at the following link…
https://form.jotform.com/250713954061050
https://www.facebook.com/events/2955754157937889/?event_time_id=2955754167937888

The Duke - Colchester
2025-04-02 20:00 - 23:00 | Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester Arts Centre
The Duke is a solo show from the multi-award winning writer/performer behind the much-loved Hugh Hughes. Exploring kindness, generosity and the value of what we do.Funny, poignant and playful, The Duke weaves together the tragi-comic fate of a family heirloom – a porcelain figure of The Duke of Wellington, the quandary of a scriptwriter stretching his integrity and an unfolding disaster as thousands of children flee their homes. Blending fantasy and reality, this playful show gently challenges our priorities in a world full of crisis.
“You won’t find a show with a bigger, better heart ” What’s On Stage | 4 Star Review

HTP: Tartuffe
2025-04-02 19:45 - 22:00 | 14 Chapel Street North, CO2 7AT Colchester, United Kingdom, 14 Chapel Street North, CO2 7AT Colchester, United Kingdom
Headgate Theatre Productions present
Tartuffe by Molière(Roger McGough version 2008)
Wednesday 2nd April 2025 – Saturday 5th April 2025
A timeless tale full of hypocrisy, intrigue, love, family and betrayal.This witty classic farce is set in the regency period with exciting interplay between master and servants. Tartuffe is a religious man welcomed into the home of Orgon. He quickly establishes Orgon’s trust, much to the distaste of Orgon’s family. However, deception is at play and we ask is Tartuffe a friend, a fraud, a miracle or a hypocrite?
The production deals with adult themes.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1131828477890947/?event_time_id=1131828497890945

Colchester Comedian of the Year 2025
2025-04-02 19:30 - 23:00 | CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
SPONSORED by Other Monkey Brewing at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
🔔The BIGGEST NIGHTS in Colchester Comedy History is happening in April, May & June! 🔔
IT STARTS WITH HEAT ONE!
Some of the freshest acts in the UK will be performing for your pleasure!
Stand-up & Mock The Week style improv games!
AND…….. YOU GET TO VOTE ON THE WINNER!!!
🎟️ TICKETS £10📆 APRIL 2nd🚪 Doors 7pm 🚦 Start 7.30pm
Donations will be made to the Colchester Mayor’s Charities.

RUN OMB
2025-04-02 19:00 - 22:00 | Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom, 5-6 St Nicholas St, Colchester, CO1 1LB, GB
A great monthly 5k run suitable for all levels of runner. It’s a chance for a run followed by a free beer!!!
We meet at Other Monkey Brewing in the town centre.
Wear hi viz and lights please.
Please book in via runtogether https://groups.runtogether.co.uk/RunningColchester/BookClass/da75be3c-df42-4e62-a95f-7fb4fc1e5fa7

Victoria Inn Film, TV & Music Quiz 29
2025-04-02 18:45 - 21:45 | Victoria Inn Colchester, 10 North Station Rd, Colchester, CO1 1RB, GB
Test your knowledge of all things film, TV and music, and help raise money for an incredible cause!
– £3 a head (cash only)– Maximum 4 to a team– Outside food & dogs welcome – Book on 01206 514510
Please arrive at least twenty minutes before the quiz is due to start to place drink orders.
If you book and then decide not to attend, please cancel your booking.

The Art Café - Flow with Watercolours
2025-04-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
The Art Café is our new unguided painting art session!
Bring along old friends, make new connections or ask that special someone out for this fun and relaxed art activity.
In these free-flow painting sessions you will be provided with a blank canvas and all the materials needed to create your personal masterpiece. Aprons and easels are also available to use.
While everyone is welcomed to get creative, this activity is suitable for people ages 16+.
For more info & tickets: https://firstsite.uk/event/the-art-cafe/ or call us on 01206 713 700.

Chris Wood
2025-03-31 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
RESCHEDULED FROM MONDAY 14TH OCTOBER 2024
Tickets £19.50 / £18.50 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.
Reflections on minor league football, empty nest syndrome, learning to swim, Cook-in Sauce and of course, the Gecko as a metaphor for contemporary society! Tom Robinson and Chris Difford are fans while Stick In The Wheel and The Unthanks look to him as an influence. In a world of soundbites and distractions Chris Wood is a truth seeker. His writing is permeated with love and wry intelligence, uplifting and challenging as he celebrates the sheer one-thing-after-anotherness of life. Winner of 6 BBC Folk Awards, he’s played with The Royal Shakespeare Company and was a key member of The Imagined Village along with Billy Bragg, Martin and Eliza Carthy. A wise and soulful craftsman, his concerts are a cliche free zone.
Support… Adrian MayAdrian, singer-songwriter and poet, a long time performer with us, has played with Murray Griffin as Face Furniture a number of times. It is likely that he will perform on his own or he may come up with a surprise?

CODA Sunday Open Mic
2025-03-30 20:00 - 23:45 | Coda Colchester, Coda Colchester
🎤 CODA Sunday Open Mic Nights – Hosted by Rosalind Harniess 🎶
Looking for the ultimate Open Mic experience? Join us every Sunday from 8 PM to Midnight at CODA, Colchester’s cozy live music hub, where performers and audiences come together to create magic. ✨
Here’s what makes our Open Mic Night different:🎸 House instruments provided – No need to lug your gear! We’ve got guitars, keyboard and other house percussion ready for you.🌟 Supportive vibes – Whether you’re a seasoned performer or stepping on stage for the first time, CODA is the perfect place to share your sound.🍺 Great atmosphere – Enjoy top-tier live music with a drink in hand. Musicians or not, everyone’s welcome to soak up the energy!
🎶 Perform, cheer, connect – it’s more than an event; it’s a community. Come discover the best local talent or showcase your own!
🚪 Free entry for all! Make CODA your Sunday night destination.
Tag your music-loving friends, and we’ll see you there! 🎵✨
https://www.facebook.com/events/839996081640350/?event_time_id=839996098307015

The Funny Mummy
2025-03-30 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £15 / £13 concessions.Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm.
‘Mummy, I love your boobies…they’re so long!’
Join the Funny Mummy for this hilarious one woman comedy show, all about the bonkers world of parenting. From pregnancy to playdates, WhatsApp groups to school runs – if you’re a parent, and you need a laugh, then this show is for you!
Alyssa Kyria, aka The Funny Mummy, is the co-creator of Bring Your Own Baby Comedy and performs comedy to audiences across the country. Her comedy, music videos and sketches have gone viral on Netmums and Facebook and she has starred on BBC, ITV and SKY.
‘Hysterical!’ – Netmums‘Sensational!’ – The Mirror‘the perfect concoction of parenting and comedy, Alyssa is onto something great’ **** Voicemag‘The perfect mum’s night out’’ – Redbridge Drama Centre
The Funny Mummy is directed by Esther Manito (star of Live at The Apollo).
www.alyssakyria.comfacebook @thefunnymummyukInsta @thefunnymummyukYoutube @thefunnymummy4214

Lourdes Fernández and Josie Laurel Sinnadurai present the World Premiere of Bailaoras (Dancers)!
2025-03-30 19:30 - 21:30 | William Loveless Hall, 85-87 High St, Colchester, CO7 9AB, GB
Join dancers Lourdes Fernández and Josie Laurel Sinnadurai for an unforgettable evening of exceptional flamenco, when they present the world premiere of their new show, BAILAORAS (DANCERS).
​The performance will include highlights from their respective acclaimed productions RAÍCES and ORÍGENES, alongside exciting new choreography that has never been seen before!
​Accompanying Madrid-born Lourdes and Seville-based Josie is a fabulous quartet of flamenco musicians whose minds and bodies – like the dancers – simply ooze flamenco!
​Expect fierce footwork, mesmerising dances, and all the intensity and passion that define traditional flamenco!
​Don’t miss this unique night of music and dance!
​Lourdes Fernández & Josie Laurel (Dance) Adrián Solá (Guitar) Fuensanta Zambrana (Violin) Mónica García (Voice) Demi García Sabat (Percussion)​
THE DANCERSLourdes Fernández:Lourdes began to dance at the age of five. From that moment, her life unfolded through the learning of flamenco. She studied dance at the Conservatory of Madrid, has a degree at Rey Juan Carlos University in Madrid and completed a Masters in Performing Arts at the same university. She also taught dance at Saint Louis University in Madrid andparticipated at the International Gala of Dance for UNESCO.
​Lourdes is constantly looking to develop new forms of expression to enrich the language of flamenco. The her body is simply the luminous manifestation of her soul.
​Josie Laurel Sinnadurai:Based in Seville, Spain, Josie trained in flamenco with several of the most renowned schools in Madrid, Seville and Jerez, and also in contemporary dance at London Contemporary Dance School, where she completed her Bachelors and Masters degree.
Josie is a regular performer at the flamenco tablaos Álvarez Quintero and La Carbonería in Seville, as well as being a soloist with Brecon Festival Ballet, and a producer/dancer for contemporary dance company Sweetshop Revolution. She also performs with dancers such as Jesús Olmedo.

Cinema | Billy Elliot The Musical Live (20th Anniversary) (15)
2025-03-30 14:00 - 17:22 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Showing at Firstsite Cinema – Billy Elliot The Musical Live (20th Anniversary) (15)!
Based on the Academy Award® nominated film, Billy Elliot the Musical has won the hearts of millions since it opened in London’s West End in 2005.
Set in a northern mining town, against the background of the 1984/85 miners’ strike, Billy’s journey takes him out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance.
This passion inspires his family and whole community and changes his life forever.
Book now on our website or call us on 01206 713 700.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1652774198779306/?event_time_id=1652774208779305

Cinema | Anora (18)
2025-03-30 11:00 - 13:34 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Showing at Firstsite Cinema – Anora (18)!
Sean Baker’s Oscar winning film for Best Picture stars Mikey Madison as Anora.
Anora is a young sex worker who’s fairytale love story is disrupted as time reveals hidden secrets from her new husband.
Book now on our website or call us on 01206 713 700.

Mother's Day Special - Free Adult Entry
2025-03-30 10:00 - 12:00 | 9-10 Mason Road, Cowdray Centre, CO11BX Colchester, United Kingdom, 9-10 Mason Road, Cowdray Centre, CO11BX Colchester, United Kingdom
Enjoy soft play fun to make some lovely memories together!

Twisters Celebrates 40 Years of Meat Is Murder
2025-03-29 21:00 - 2025-03-30 00:00 | 45 North Hill, CO1 1PY Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us as we mark four decades of The Smiths’ iconic album Meat Is Murder—a record that defined a generation. Expect an evening filled with The Smiths’ timeless anthems alongside the best indie and alternative classics of the era.
–DJ Rom Atkin on the decks from 9 PM–Free Entry– Bar and Beer garden from 5pm

Live music with Fi & Dave
2025-03-29 20:45 - 23:00 | Ye Olde Albion Pub, High Street, Rowhedge, Colchester, CO5 7ES, GB
Enjoy a great mix of pop/punk/60s/70s tunes with Fi and Dave.

R.A.M.
2025-03-29 20:00 - 2025-03-30 02:00 | Roots & Grooves Cafe, Roots & Grooves Cafe
Round 2!!
After the resounding success of our debut event, we just knew we had to do it again. Join us on the 29th of March as we take over your favourite Colchester vinyl cafe once more, bringing all the best grooves from minimal tech to techno.
Get ready for our returning and resident artists plus some fresh new faces all prepared to again deliver an incredible night!#mojams_events #colchester #electronicdancemusic #undergroundmusic #minimal #techno

JAR Nights presents - Randall + The Trial + Coast
2025-03-29 20:00 - 23:00 | Queen St Brewhouse, 7 - 9 Queen Street, Colchester, CO1 2PG, GB
Randall return with their brand of exciting indie rock, well written tunes and fantastic stage presence. They are ready to rock your socks off!
The Trial make their debut for us with raw emotion and guitars that blend so well together, we can’t wait to catch their set.
Coast return as the openers for the night, they are youthful and just what Essex needs. Get down early and show your support.

ABBA Tribute Night
2025-03-29 19:30 - 2025-03-30 00:00 | Colchester United FC, JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester, CO4 5UP, GB
You will be ‘Head over Heels’ for all the ‘Mamma Mia’ tunes, with our amazing ABBA tribute band. Dance the night away to all the best hits!
Doors open 7.30pm, with the act on from approx. 9pm. Our DJ will finish the night off through to midnight. Our photobooth will be open all night long!
Over 16’s only.

Existentialist + Mechromorph + Rad Pitt + Draugrheim
2025-03-29 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £10 / £8 concessions.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a standing audience.
EXISTENTIALISTEssex based Existentialist is a 5-piece Blackened Death Metal band who are wholly cementing themselves as serious players in the scene. Their debut album ‘Prophet of Ignorance’, released in 2020, demonstrates the bands technicality, musicianship and above all, heaviness. The combination of the dark vocals, aggressive guitars, intense drumming and sinister orchestral sections creates a beautifully morbid blend of noise. With the release of the Sophomore album ‘The Heretic’ through current label Seek & Strike records, the band demonstrates the evolution of their current sound.https://existentialistuk.com/
MECHROMORPH5-piece Death Metal / Deathcore DIY band from Clacton on Sea / Colchester.https://www.facebook.com/Mechromorph
RAD PITTHailing from Britain’s oldest city, Colchester’s Rad Pitt have stayed true to their founding ethos since 2015: play fat riffs and keep it DIY. https://radpittradpitt.bandcamp.com/
DRAUGRHEIMMelodic Death Metal.https://www.facebook.com/Draugrheim

The Strictly Vinyl Collective ⭐️ Underground Sessions in the Bassment @ TWM Colchester
2025-03-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
In Association withRoots and Grooves Café
The Strictly Vinyl Collectivestart a brand new event in the Bassment of The Three Wise Monkeys at the end of this monthWelcome to the ‘Underground Sessions’ ⭐️
We shall bring you a selection of Turntable Vinylists down into the Bassment for some quality Underground Beats covering House, Techno Electro & Breaks
Old Skool & Nu Skool 🙂
Come and join us for our first Installment
Saturday 29th March ⭐️Out to the Collective☮️
* Free Entry *
DJ’s ✨️
Kindimmer
Usrnm
Khanage
Daf
Cyberdog
Save the CulturePlay Vinyl ⭐️
Mixtronix ✨️

SOLD OUT - MHT UK & Ireland Roadshow 2025 - Colchester
2025-03-29 19:00 - 22:00 | Stanway Village Hall, Colchester, CO3 0RH, GB
After popular demand we are coming back to the UK & Ireland in 2025, with our biggest MHT Roadshow ever, and this year its a Pick N Mix! Direct from the Canary Islands, we are bringing you The Funniest Night On The Road for 2025!
LIVE IN COLCHESTER ON THE 29TH MARCH 2025 AT THE STANWAY VILLAGE HALL COMMUNITY CENTRE
With the fabulous leading lady of MHT Miss Shona, joined by Helena & their gorgeous male dancers, then we really mixing it up in fact it’s a Pick N Mix as each show we also bring some of your favourite MHT Drag Queens to perform for you, this means each night will be different &you get to see even more of the amazing MHT Magic!
With a brand new show for 2025 with a few of the MHT classics in the show, as always we promise you a fun filled night, full of side splitting comedy, laughter, amazing live vocals, dance and high energy performances! Of course with our Magical MHT sparkle that makes this a night for all the family! We promise you will not want to miss it! So bring along your friends and family, and enjoy a right Pick N Mix of fun and frolics on the MHT 2025 UK & Ireland Roadshow! Book now at www.musichalltavern.com Limited capacity venues do dont miss out

Existentialist, Mechromorph, Rad Pitt + In Gods Way Live at The Arts Centre
2025-03-29 18:30 - 21:30 | Colchester Essex, UK, Colchester Essex, UK
Existentialist’s largest headline show to date live at The Arts Centre, Colchester, with support from Mechromorph, Rad Pitt and In Gods Way.

Cinema | Carmen Comes Home (JFTFP25) (15)
2025-03-29 17:00 - 18:21 | Lewis Gardens, CO1 1JH Colchester, United Kingdom
Showing at Firstsite Cinema – Carmen Comes Home (JFTFP25) (TBC)!
Just after the Second World War, the arrival of a city girl (Takamine Hideko) and her friend (Kobayashi Toshiko) attracts curiosity from the residents of a rural mountain village.
The girl’s name is Okin, and although she once called this very village home, she now claims to have become an artistic dancer in Tokyo under the stage name of Carmen.
Book now on our website or call us on 01206 713 700.
Image Credits: ©1951/2012 Shochiku Co., Ltd.

CODA - Saturday Daytime Acoustic Sessions
2025-03-29 15:00 - 17:30 | Coda Colchester, Coda Colchester
🎶 Live Acoustic Saturday Sessions! 🎶
Join us every Saturday from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM for a relaxed afternoon of local acoustic talent hand picked by Colchesters very own Stu E Skinner. 🌟 Whether you’re a fan of soothing melodies or want to discover fresh music from your local scene, this is the perfect way to spend your Saturday afternoon. 🎸🎤
✨ Free entry for all ages – bring your friends, family, and your love for live music! No tickets required. Just walk in, enjoy the vibes, and support your local artists.
See you there! 🎶✨
https://www.facebook.com/events/1560511047980097/?event_time_id=1560511084646760

CODA - Acoustic Showcase
2025-03-29 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:Foxcub & The Big RedLuke Fisher?Stu 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

Roman Colchester Walking Tour
2025-03-29 15:00 - 16:30 | Mercury Theatre, Colchester, Colchester, GB
Join Roman Expert Glyn for this amazing tour of the Roman City of Colchester £10 pay on the day!

Brewery Tour & Meet The Brewer
2025-03-29 13:00 - 16:00 | 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom, 5-6 St Nicholas St, CO1 1LB Colchester, United Kingdom
Join us at 1pm on Saturday 29th March for the ultimate brewery experience, we will be hosting a guided brewery tour and meet the brewer hosted tasting event featuring beer brewed on site.
Listen whilst our brewers take you through the story, flavour and notes of our core range of fantastic Other Monkey Brewing beer poured fresh from our taps.
Your £10 ticket will include tasting glasses of different beers from our core range, each of which will be accompanied by its own unique production story. We also have gift certificates available for collection perfect for presents
Over 18s only.
Guests with specific dietary requirements or with allergies should contact the team via info@othermonkeybrewing.com prior to ticket purchase.
Access – There is no lift to access the tasting room at Other Monkey Brewing The Taproom. There is one flight of stairs to reach the tasting room.
