90s Day Party: Colchester 💿
2026-05-30 15:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Trilogy Colchester, Trilogy Colchester
Get Ready to Throw It Back to the 90s! 🎉
Join us for an unforgettable day filled with the biggest hits of the 1990s, featuring chart-topping tracks from your favorite artists of the decade. Whether you’re a 90s music lover or just here for the nostalgia, this party is all about good vibes and even better tunes! 🎊💃✨
What to Expect:
🎶 Nonstop 90s Anthems: Sing your heart out to the iconic hits that defined the decade—from pop bangers to rnb classics and everything in between.
🕺 Dance Floor Throwbacks: Show off your best moves and relive the energy of the ultimate 90s party scene.
📸 90s-Inspired Photo Ops: Capture the moment with fun backdrops and throwback props that scream early 1990s.
🌟 Feel-Good Vibes All Day Long: Celebrate the music, the energy, and the nostalgia with great people and timeless tunes.
Let’s make it a day to remember—90s style! 💿🎤🎉

Caroline – A New Musical
2026-06-03 19:30 - 2026-06-13 19:30 | Mercury Theatre Colchester, Mercury Theatre Colchester
Presented by the East Anglian Touring Consortium.
“A radio station for young people! Why do we need that? We both enjoy Housewives choice, don’t we Caroline?”
1964, Clacton-on-Sea.
Caroline and her best friend Mary spend their days stacking shelves and return home to their mothers listening to Housewives Choice on the BBC. Every night they escape to the pier to eat chips, laugh and talk about music with Caroline’s charismatic boyfriend Robbie.
But a music revolution is coming, and Robbie lands a shock gig with Radio Caroline – the pirate radio station blasting pop, soul and rock ’n’ roll into every home in Britain. Overnight, Caroline is hurled into a whirlwind of music, mischief, and a cultural rebellion that will rewrite history.
She’s not a DJ. She’s not a rock star. But in the middle of Britain’s radio revolution, Caroline might just steal the show.
Powered by the sound of the 60s, Caroline is a bold, funny, and heart-filled new musical about love, ambition, and finding the courage to turn up the volume on your own voice.

Roman and Medieval Festival 2026
2026-06-06 10:00 - 2026-06-07 18:00 | Lower Castle Park, CO1 1XS Colchester, United Kingdom, Lower Castle Park, CO1 1XS Colchester, United Kingdom
When: June 6th & 7th 2026
Where: Lower Castle Park, St Peters Street entrance (Ryegate) Colchester, C01 1HL.
Tickets: Adults £10.00, under 16s FREE
FREE parking:
𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗼𝘄, 𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗽𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗱, 𝗖𝗢𝟭 𝟭𝗫𝗡
Walk along Pavilion View and cross at the Lower Castle Park footbridge (5 minutes walk to the festival)
𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗸 from the festival.
The route will be sign posted and staff on hand to help with directions.
𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 is available at the leisure center.
A huge fun packed and educational event in Colchester’s Castle Park.
Re-enactors from the Viking, Roman and Medieval periods showing fighting skills, cookery and living history camps.
A grand Market with all kinds of treasures for you to browse.
One of Britain’s largest and most exciting longbow competitions.
Ale bars, hog roast, excellent food outlets. Join in the archery and axe throwing.
Story tellers, puppeteers, traders, musicians, hawkers, wonderful sights and sounds
Free dressing up and activities for children.
Free parking.
Dogs welcome

All about kids - Colchester Family Fest 2026
2026-06-13 11:30 - 16:00 | Firstsite Colchester, Firstsite Colchester
🎉 All About Kids Colchester Family Fest 2026 🎉
We’re back for our third year at Firstsite, Colchester, on Thursday, June 13th, 2026! After two sellout events, we’re making this year bigger and better than ever!
✨ What’s happening: • Inflatables & interactive activities • Workshops & local stalls • Delicious food & entertainment • Magician shows, meet & greets, and more!
Most activities are included in the ticket price, with just a few at a small extra cost.
⏰ Quiet Hour (for SEND families):From 10:30–11:30 AM, we’re offering a calmer, quieter session for SEND families, with limited tickets available. After that, the event opens to the general public from 11:30 AM–4:00 PM.
🎟 Tickets: Coming soon – watch this space!
Bring your family, have fun, and explore everything Colchester has to offer. We can’t wait to see you! 💛

So True - 80s Party Night (It’s HUGE!)
2026-06-13 19:30 - 22:30 | Charter Hall, Charter Hall
Book this NOW for June 2026! 📅 Saturday, June 13th, 2026 – SAVE THE DATE! 📅The hottest 80s show in town is heading to Charter Hall, Colchester, and you DO NOT want to miss it!
🔥 So True – The Ultimate 80s Experience! 🔥This is NOT a disco with a DJ – this is a proper show and a wonderful live music performance, bringing you the biggest 80s hits exactly as they were originally played by the legendary bands themselves!
🎸 A fully Live Band – 100% Live Music!🎤 A Sensational 9-Piece Band Delivering the Ultimate 80s Sound!💃 Sing, Dance, and Relive the Magic of the Greatest Decade!
This is the fastest-growing 80s night out in the UK, featuring a phenomenal 9-piece band bringing you every hit with incredible energy and authenticity. This is a high-energy, unforgettable show that is filling venues nationwide – and now it’s Colchester’s turn to experience the magic!
🔹 Fully Allocated Seating – PLUS Room to Dance & Sing! 🔹Enjoy the best of both worlds – a comfortable, fully allocated seat, while still having the space to get up, dance, and sing along to all the biggest 80s hits!
⚡ TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW! ⚡ This show WILL sell out fast – don’t wait!
👉 Book now, get your friends together, and let’s party like it’s 1986! 👈
🎶 Charter Hall, Colchester – Saturday, June 13th, 2026! 🎶✨ So True – The 80s, LIVE and LOUD! ✨

Colchester Food and Drink Festival 2026
2026-06-27 11:00 - 2026-06-28 18:00 | Lower Castle Park, Colchester, Lower Castle Park, Colchester
🎉 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 & 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮6 🎉📍 𝗟𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸, 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿📅 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮7𝘁𝗵 & 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮8𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲🕥 𝟭1.00𝗔𝗠 – 6:𝟬𝟬𝗣𝗠
🎟️ 𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀:👤 Adults: £10👶 Under 16s: 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘🅿️ Parking: 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 at Kings Meadow (off Catchpool Road)
✨ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗢𝗻:
🌍 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 & 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 from across the globe – including 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗻, 𝗚𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗻-𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲, and 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗻 options🎶 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 & all-day entertainment🎠 𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀 & 𝗸𝗶𝗱𝘀’ 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀🥂 𝗩𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗔 with exclusive perks and a more relaxed vibe
🍴 Eat, drink, dance, discover, and enjoy a flavour-packed, family-friendly weekend!
👨‍👩‍👧 Something for everyone – from foodies to families!
📣 𝗧𝗮𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 & 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝘂𝘁!
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PSYCHOSOCIAL – Emo vs Nu-Metal Club Night
2026-07-03 20:30 - 23:30 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
It’s Emo vs Nu-Metal! A night dedicated to heavy riffs, massive tunes and the tracks that defined an era. From sing-along choruses to mosh-ready breakdowns, we’re playing the songs that still hit just as hard. Come ready to shout, dance and mosh the night away.
Friday 3rd July£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

Folk and Bespoke Colchester
2026-07-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Firstsite Colchester, Firstsite Colchester
Major craft fair event 10am-3pm!!!

Blues and Rock in the Garden, Colchester, 2026
2026-07-04 14:00 - 23:30 | Maitlands, Distillery Lane, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8EZ, Maitlands, Distillery Lane, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8EZ
Colchester Blues and Rock in the Garden!
On Saturday 4th July2026!
It’s our 27th (we think) year and we’re back and ready for a party!
“Beautiful setting”
“The atmosphere is incredible”
“We loved it!”
Entry limited to 500. We expect to sell out so please buy your tickets quick! Please also share and invite friends to the event!
Where 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)?
10 great bandsDelicious BBQ and vegetarian/vegan food & cake and dessertsFully Licensed Bar (including beer by the watering can!)
It’s the most diverse line up yet. Including Blues, Rock, Soul, Pop, Jazz, Flamenco, Balkan Gypsy, Ska, Dub, Sea Shanties and Musicians from Malawi!
The line up will start with music at 14.00 until 23.30 pm.
10—11.30pm Funktion Junction (Pop, Rock, Soul)9.00-10.00pm The Gulls (Rock, Funk and Psychedelia)8.00-9.00pm Band of Fools (Gypsy Balkan)7.00-8.00pm Fox, Wiggle and Sass (1940s Big Band Vocal Trio)6.00-7.00pm Tahir Burhan (Flamenco Guitar)5.00-6.00 Annemarie Quinn & John Fire (Upbeat Sounds from Malawi!)4.00-5.00 Armoured Man (Sea Shanties)3.00-4.00 Brewkelele (Ukelele Sing Along)2.00-3.00 Elmer’s Jazz Band (Jazz)
(Times above are approximate and subject to change).
All money raised is for charity. Building Malawi (http://www.buildingmalawi.com/) and Centurion Rotary.
We 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
This 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!!!
Gates open: 2.00pm – 11.30pm this year. We are only doing Saturday this year, but starting earlier to have more family activities.
The 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.
” great for the family!”
” a fun afternoon filled with creativity. We loved it!”
Tickets: £20 single (over 16). Students £10 (must present student ID). Kids £1 (over 5, under 16 must be accompanied by an adult).
Venue: Maitlands, Distillery Lane, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8EZ
No picnics please. No dogs except assistance dogs.
1) Please purchase your tickets via this page (It’s easy and all forms of payment are accepted)
2) Your wristbands will be available for collection at the gate.

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 4th July
2026-07-04 17:30 - 22:30 | Trilogy Colchester, Trilogy Colchester
Our events are designed to be inclusive & welcoming, with a focus on creating a safe, fun space for women and their fabulous friends💖Whether you’re coming with a group, or turning up solo (which loads of people do), you’ll find yourself surrounded by like minded people out for a proper good time. No drama, just good vibes✨
Every show is built from scratch, with custom skits, themed chaos, and unexpected twists that make each night feel totally different to the last. There’s no script, just a brilliantly unpredictable ride where you’re part of the action, not just watching from your seat🎉
It’s not about shouting numbers and handing out toasters. This is bingo used as a tool to take you on a journey – from power ballads to 90s bangers🎶, from emotional singalongs to moments of complete, glorious mayhem💃
Our hosts are proper DJs (yes, ones who actually mix🎧), creating an energy that builds through the night. And while the prizes are a laugh – think air fryers, kayaks, sometimes even The Sultans Snake🐍- it’s all wrapped in a night of madness and moments you’ll still be laughing about weeks later.
We bring these shows to local venues in towns and cities across the UK, so you don’t have to travel far to have a big night out. Whether it’s your first time or your fifth, you’ll leave feeling like you’ve found your people, and probably making plans to come back again💫
We don’t allow all male groups or lone lads. It’s nothing personal, it’s just not what this is. Mixed groups and partners are totally welcome, but this is first and foremost a space for women to feel safe, seen, and completely themselves🙌So go on. Bring your besties, treat yourself, make memories, and get ready for a night full of confetti, chaos, and comedy🎊
You deserve this.Proper belly laughs. Guaranteed.Not to be missed.
And if you’re getting the gang together – 8 or more of you, looking for reserved tables, a special deal, and a way to skip the booking fees – just drop us a WhatsApp on 07933687757 📲We’ll sort you out.

McFly'd - Performing the Music of McFly
2026-07-04 19:30 - 22:30 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
The ultimate McFly tribute experience is here!
​Relive the golden era of British pop-rock with McFly’d – the high-energy tribute band bringing the sound, charm, and singalong anthems of McFly to the stage!
​From the guitar riffs of “Five Colours in Her Hair” to the sweet melodies of “Obviously” and “All About You”, McFly’d delivers a nostalgic, feel-good show packed with all the hits you love.
​Whether you’ve been a McFly fan since the start or just discovering the magic, this is your chance to experience the sound and spirit of one of the UK’s most beloved bands
​Perfect for festivals, parties, and McFly superfans alike – McFly’d isn’t just a tribute… it’s a full-blown pop-rock celebration.
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Are you ready to be McFly’d?
Saturday 4th July, Doors 7:30pm, Tickets £13 + Booking Fee
Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester
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.
Viewer discretion is advised: This show may potentially contain flashing and strobing lighting effects.
We wanted to inform you of our refund policy regarding event tickets. Please 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 you from attending the event, but unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate refund requests within this timeframe.

The Rec Community Market - Summer in Full Swing
2026-07-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Colchester old heath Recreation Ground, Colchester old heath Recreation Ground
The Rec Community Market returns on Sunday 5th July 2026!
Join us for another vibrant summer Sunday at the Rec Community Market, bringing together local traders, great food and a lively community atmosphere at The Recreation Ground.
Browse a brilliant selection of independent stalls, including street food, fresh produce, handmade crafts, gifts, art and locally made goods. It’s the perfect way to spend a summer Sunday — whether you’re meeting friends, grabbing lunch or supporting local businesses.
As always, the market is free to attend, family-friendly and open to everyone, celebrating the best of our local community.
📅 Date: Sunday 5th July 2026📍 Location: The Recreation Ground🎟 Entry: Free👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly | Dog-friendly | Supporting local
We look forward to welcoming you back for another great day at the Rec.

Author Talk: Bobby Palmer, author of Isaac and the Egg talking about his new book MAIN CHARACTERS
2026-07-09 19:00 - 22:00 | 125 High Street, CO1 1SZ Colchester, United Kingdom, 125 High Street, CO1 1SZ Colchester, United Kingdom
Thursday 9th July 2026, 6pm in person event at Red Lion Books (finished by 7-7.30pm)
Meet the Main Characters: Bobby Palmer, author of Isaac and the Egg talks about his new book ‘Main Characters’ with author Kate Sawyer
Clara and Seb are about to fall in love.They don’t know it yet.But everybody else does.
When Clara and Seb meet in a quiet corner of London, it’s the start of something. She wants to be a Director. He’s an actor, unsure what he wants from life. Their connection is magnetic. Everyone can see that falling in love looks something like this. But when Clara casts Seb in the film that will make her name, what should be the happiest time of their lives ends with a gut-wrenching betrayal.
Some love stories are bigger than just two people. This one is told through the eyes of friends, flatmates, exes and strangers who see all the sides of Seb and Clara, from their first date to the moment they fell apart. Everyone has their version of events. But only Clara and Seb can decide how their story ends…This is a love story, told by everyone but the main characters.
‘Unique, tender and funny’ Pandora Sykes
Bobby Palmer is both an author and journalist. His critically acclaimed debut novel, Isaac and the Egg, was a Waterstones Paperback of the Year in 2022; his second novel Small Hours was published in 2024. Bobby co- hosts the podcast Book Chat with Pandora Sykes and his writing has appeared in GQ, Esquire, Men’s Health, Cosmopolitan amongst others.
Kate Sawyeris the author of three novels: Getting Away, Waterstones Fiction Book of The Month, This Family, and her debut novel, The Stranding, which was shortlisted for the Costa First Novel Award, won the East Anglian fiction prize, was adapted for BBC Radio 4 Book at Bedtime

Filthy Keg 2026
2026-07-10 14:00 - 2026-07-12 22:00 | 10 North Station Rd, Colchester
Our annual homage to all things keg and can!!
Full details to be released over the next few months.

The Ibiza Orchestra Experience: The Final Encore - Colchester 2026
2026-07-10 17:30 - 22:30 | Lower castle Park, Colchester, United Kingdom, Lower castle Park, Colchester, United Kingdom
🚨TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW🚨
The Ibiza Orchestra Experience: The Final Encore
This incredible 26 piece orchestra will be performing some of the greatest hits from the famous white isle, for the very last time!
Expect an unforgettable night featuring:🎶26 Piece Orchestra 🎤 HUGE line up of Special Guests to be announced!🎧 Silent Disco💥Glitter Artists, Lasers, Pyrotechnics, and Fire Breathers🕺 BRAND NEW for 2026:90’s Dance Tent!
50% OFF TICKETS&Buy one day – Get 2 Days FREE Weekend Ticket!(Sausage and Cider Festival & Summer In Nashville)
GRAB TICKETS NOW!🔗 – www.ibizaorchestraexperience.co.uk/colchester📅- Friday 10th July📍- Lower Castle Park18+
One last night. One final show. Don’t miss it.

Shalamar: The Gold Tour - A Fifty Year Celebration
2026-07-10 19:30 - 22:30 | Colchester Charter Hall, Colchester Charter Hall
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 30 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
Priority from O2 : Wed, 28 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Thu, 29 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster Presale : Thu, 29 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM

Sausage and Cider Festival - Colchester 2026
2026-07-11 12:00 - 22:00 | Castle Park, Colchester, Castle Park, Colchester
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW🚨
Sausage and Cider Festival returns to Colchester on Saturday 11th July 2026!
First phase line up announced!
Special Guests⚡️The Final Barrioke UK Tour!⚡️Brand New – Pat Sharp’s Funhouse! Party DJ Set⚡️Big John, BOSH!
UK’s Best Tribute Acts:⚡️Kaiser Chiefs ⚡️Queen⚡️Kasabian ⚡️Red Hot Chili Peppers⚡️Mumford and Sons ⚡️UB40+ more to be announced!
PLUS⚡️More Celebrity Guests⚡️Childrens Tent⚡️Silent Disco ⚡️Axe Throwing⚡️Huge Festival Market⚡️30+ Ciders ⚡️20+ Sausages
50% OFF TICKETS&Buy one day – Get 2 Days FREE Weekend Ticket!(Ibiza Orchestra Experience & Summer In Nashville)
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!🔗 – www.sausageandciderfest.co.uk/colchester📅- Saturday 11th July📍- Lower Castle Park

Young Soloists Concert
2026-07-11 19:30 - 22:00 | St Botolphs Church, Colchester, GB
Join us for an inspiring evening of music as two exceptional local young talents take centre stage. Pianist, Bethany Reynolds, will be playing Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 17, a work full of charm, wit, and lyrical beauty. Trumpeter, Oliver Toms, presents Haydn’s Trumpet Concerto, a brilliant showcase of virtuosity and flair that remains one of the most beloved concertos in the repertoire.
The evening will include Dvořák’s magnificent Symphony No. 9 – a powerful fusion of Czech folk influences and sweeping American landscapes, filled with unforgettable melodies and emotional depth.
This concert is a celebration of youthful talent and timeless masterpieces.
Programme
Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 17 (soloist, Bethany Reynolds)Haydn: Trumpet Concerto (soloist, Oliver Thoms)Dvořák: Symphony No. 9Rossini: Barber of Seville
Tickets on sale until 12:00pm on Saturday, 11 July 2026. Tickets available on the door from 7:00pm (subject to availability).

Summer In Nashville - Colchester 2026
2026-07-12 12:00 - 20:00 | Castle Park, Colchester, Castle Park, Colchester
🚨 50% OFF TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW 🚨
Summer In Nashville returns to Colchester with a huge line up of music, games and food!
Line up announced!🤠 One Night In Nashville – Brand New Set List
Tribute Bands:🤠 Luke Combs 🤠 Morgan Wallen🤠Dolly Parton
Plus:Countryoke, Robbie McMinn, Stella LainGeorgia Nevada, Swamptruck, Fin PearsonLucy Blu, DJ Chris Armstrong
Expect an unforgettable day including:💃 Line Dancing 🔥 American BBQ & Street Food🐂 Rodeo Bull 🎯Axe Throwing+ 500 Free Cowboy Hats
50% OFF DAY TICKETS&WEEKEND TICKET
Buy one day, Get 2 Days FREE (Ibiza Orchestra Experience & Sausage and Cider Festival)
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!🔗 – www.summerinnashville.com/colchester📅- Sunday 12th July📍- Lower Castle Park

Rec & Ribs
2026-07-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Colchester old heath Recreation Ground, Colchester old heath Recreation Ground
🔥 REC & RIBS – BBQ FESTIVAL 🔥
A full day of BBQ food and summer vibes is coming to Old Heath Recreation Ground as Rec & Ribs takes over Colchester.
This is a proper BBQ-led event, celebrating low & slow cooking, big flavours and a laid-back outdoor atmosphere. Expect stacked ribs, sizzling grills, great traders, a bar on site and DJ-led music all day, all set in a relaxed daytime setting.
🍖 BBQ & grill-focused traders🎶 DJ-led soundtrack throughout the day🍺 Bar on site👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family & dog friendly🌞 Outdoor summer atmosphere
Whether you’re there for the BBQ, the music or just a great day out with friends and family, Rec & Ribs is all about good food, good people and good vibes.
📍 Old Heath Recreation Ground, Colchester, CO1 2ER📅 Saturday 18th July⏰ 10am – 6pm🎟️ FREE ENTRY
Organised by The Rec Events📧 Enquiries: therecmarket@outlook.com
🔥 Come hungry. Stay all day. 🔥

Cloudbusting - The Music of Kate Bush
2026-07-23 19:30 - 22:30 | Mercury Theatre Colchester, Mercury Theatre Colchester
‘Utterly, surreally brilliant’ – Mick Wall, Classic Rock Magazine
Cloudbusting can’t wait to share their love for the music of Kate Bush with their two-hour stage production featuring all the hits you’d expect – as well as many songs you wouldn’t! Wuthering Heights, Hounds of Love, Babooshka, This Woman’s Work… and of course the world-wide No.1 hit single that took every music chart by storm 37 years after its release – Running Up That Hill – all with breath-taking vocals and superb musicianship
The show is enhanced with stunning back-projection visuals which reflect the character and mood of the songs, making a Cloudbusting concert an event that no Kate Bush fan will want to miss!
‘Blown away – your spin on Kate Bush is amazing’ – RTÉ Radio
Cloudbusting are the longest running and most universally celebrated tribute to the music of Kate Bush. With TV appearances and live performances across both the UK and Europe, the band has earned an enviable reputation for being unquestionably the most accurate and authentic live experience for Kate fans.
Significantly, they are the only band in the world to have performed Kate’s music with her original bass player and long standing sound engineer Del Palmer, as well as drummer and percussionist Preston Heyman who appeared on the Tour Of Life, Never For Ever & The Dreaming. The band has also performed with Stewart Avon-Arnold – Kate’s co-choreographer and dance partner who appeared with her in so many of those iconic videos and performances throughout her career. That’s quite an endorsement for Cloudbusting but it also stands as a reflection of the talent, tenacity and passion that the 5-piece band has for Kate’s stunning music.
‘I could have been listening to Kate herself!’ – Preston Heyman
With tickets to shows selling out fast, be sure to look out for tour dates near you – Cloudbusting would love to exchange the experience!

The 90th Annual Five Parishes Show
2026-08-02 11:00 - 17:00 | Pete Tye Farm, Pete Tye Farm, Colchester, Essex, CO5 7PE, United Kingdom
Date: Sunday 2 August 2026Time: 11am to 5pmLocation: Pete Tye Farm, Peldon Road, Abberton, Colchester CO5 7PEEvent type: Traditional country show
About the event
The Five Parishes Show returns to Peldon for its 90th event. First held in 1926 as a simple flower show, it has grown into a traditional country show and a popular day out, attracting more than 2,000 visitors each year.
Run entirely by volunteers and operating as a non-profit event, all money raised goes back into running the show and supporting local charities.
The main ring entertainment runs from 11am to 5pm and includes the M.A.D. BMX display, K&H Falconry with their birds of prey, the Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps, Tendring Dog Agility and the popular Musical Bales for dogs and their owners.
Around the showground, there will also be craft stalls, a catering village, a competition marquee with horticultural, domestic and children’s classes, displays by the East Anglian Kite Fliers, as well as a Horse Show and Dog Show.
Tickets
Early bird tickets£10 adults£4 children aged 5 to 16Children under 5 are free
On-the-day tickets£12 adults£5 children aged 5 to 16
Parking and programmes are free.
More information, schedules and tickets are available at5parishesshow.org.uk

Foxymop (A Tribute to Pearl Jam)
2026-08-08 19:30 - 22:30 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
TWM Live presents Foxymop – a tribute to Pearl Jam at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester on Saturday 8th August.
Foxymop is the UK’s most authentic tribute to Pearl Jam. Hailing from Essex, Foxymop can be found headlining shows around the home counties, at tribute festivals, and online with the Lockdown Sessions of 2020/21 which have earned praise from former Pearl Jam drummer Dave Abbruzzese.
Advance tickets £15 +booking feeDoors 7:30pm
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.
Viewer discretion is advised: This show may potentially contain flashing and strobing lighting effects.
We wanted to inform you of our refund policy regarding event tickets. Please 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 you from attending the event, but unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate refund requests within this timeframe.

Colchester Pride 2026
2026-08-15 11:00 - 19:00 | Firstsite Colchester, Firstsite Colchester
Colchester Pride 2026 will be held on Saturday 15th August 2026 at Colchester’s premier arts venue Firstsite, with a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities including the Main Stage, featuring local and national acts and our wonderful Market area,with a variety of food, drink, information and sellers, our market area will have something for everyone!
Colchester Pride strongly encourages all attendees to book early. We offer 200 Early Bird (16+) rate tickets at £5 and an additional 200 Advance (16+) rate tickets at £7.50 so it can really pay to book in early!

Northern Live - Do I Love You
2026-08-15 19:30 - 22:30 | Mercury Theatre Colchester, Mercury Theatre Colchester
Keeping faith to the foot stomping sounds that started on dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation.
This 11-piece band will have you on your feet with 4 lead vocalists performing 30 songs!! You can expect to hear:
DO I LOVE YOUYOU DIDN’T SAY A WORDOUT ON THE FLOORSEVEN DAYS TOO LONGTHE NIGHTCOME ON TRAINLANDSLIDELONG AFTER TONIGHT IS OVERTIME WILL PASS YOU BYI’M ON MY WAYWHATTHERE’S A GHOST IN MY HOUSETAINTED LOVELOOKING FOR YOUSEVEN DAY LOVERGET OUTTHE GIRL ACROSS THE STREETBETTER USE YOUR HEADTURNIN’ MY HEARTBEAT UP
…and many more!
Video Link: https://youtu.be/8BC1tIezLY0

Billy Ocean with very special guest Marti Pellow
2026-08-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Colchester Castle Park, Colchester Castle Park
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Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 17 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Priority from O2 : Wed, 15 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Wed, 15 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster Presale : Thu, 16 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Live Nation Presale : Thu, 16 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Cuffe & Taylor Presale : Thu, 16 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Colchester Castle Summer Series Presale : Thu, 16 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM

Hollywood Vampires
2026-08-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Colchester Castle Park, Colchester Castle Park
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 23 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Tue, 20 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
Priority from O2 : Wed, 21 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
Cuffe and Taylor Presale : Thu, 22 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster Presale : Thu, 22 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
Live Nation Presale : Thu, 22 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
Supermodified Presale : Thu, 22 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM

Becky Hill
2026-08-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Colchester Castle Park, Colchester Castle Park
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Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 31 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Priority from O2 : Wed, 29 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster Presale : Thu, 30 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Live Nation Presale : Thu, 30 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Cuffe & Taylor Presale : Thu, 30 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Venue Presale : Thu, 30 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Wed, 29 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM

Bastille
2026-08-23 14:00 - 17:00 | Colchester Castle Park, Colchester Castle Park
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Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 28 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Artist Presale : Wed, 26 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
O2 Presale : Wed, 26 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Cuffe & Taylor Presale : Thu, 27 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Live Nation Presale : Thu, 27 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster Presale : Thu, 27 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
Venue Presale : Thu, 27 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM

Bastille Live in Colchester
2026-08-23 14:00 - 22:30 | Colchester Castle Park, Colchester Castle Park
Bastille have confirmed some huge outdoor UK shows for summer 2026.Sun, 23 Aug 2026, 14:00 | Colchester Castle Park, Colchester
TICKETS>>> at ticketmaster: https://cnear.me/pdpdS4E
On sale on Friday 28 November 2025 at 10:00
The English indie-pop band will headline the Eden Sessions in St Austell on 9 July, Depot Live at Cardiff Castle on 10 July, Scarborough Open Air Theatre on 11 July, Dreamland Margate on 22 August, Colchester Castle Summer Series the next day and Live At The Piece Hall in Halifax on 28 August.
Support will come from Alfie Templeman at the Eden Project, Arthur Hill and Carpetman in the Welsh capital, Nectar Woode in Scarborough, Orla Gartland and Alfie Templeman in Margate, Arthur Hill, Orla Gartland and Alfie Templeman in Colchester, and Carpetman in Halifax.
*𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬, 𝘸𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯.
