CODA - Acoustic Showcase
2026-05-16 15:00 - 17:30 (Europe/London) | 63 High street, co1 1dn Colchester, United Kingdom, 63 High street, co1 1dn Colchester, United Kingdom
A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:GT WilliamDavid SorapureLewis BeraleStu 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

Passion for Fashion Show *
2026-05-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
£12 Standard / £10 Concessions / £5 (Under 18s)(£12/£10 Pay It Forward tickets are available.)Doors 7pm, show starts 7.30pmThis show is for a standing audience.
Live Bands – Line up TBC
Join us for an evening of sustainable fashion as talented designer/makers take to the catwalk modelling outfits they have made in a radical act of participation where ethics, aesthetics and community engagement collide. Every outfit on the runway will be a testament to the alchemy of recycling, showcasing how sustainability is a shared responsibility, not a solitary one.
Following on from a sell out show last year, the Clacton based P4F crew are excited to bring their clever creations to Colchester, mixing an eco message with fabulous fashion.
Be blown away with these confident displays of individuality, diversity and self expression as Ketchup Clothes showcases the brilliance of the local community through this highly inclusive and youth facing project.
The evening will culminate with music and an opportunity to meet the designers and creatives.

Troy Hawke Live in Colchester
2026-05-16 19:30 - 22:30 | Colchester Charter Hall, Colchester Charter Hall
Following last year’s sellout world tour, Troy Hawke is back to his globe sweeping in 2026 with new show ‘Never Stop, Never Change!’Sat, 16 May 2026, 19:30 | Charter Hall, Colchester
TICKETS>>> at box-office: https://cnear.me/rrudoWX
Angry security guards, barked compliments and crossed wires abound as Troy navigates various conversational minefields, both online and in real life.
*𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬, 𝘸𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘺 𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯.

Stereophonies (The UK’s First Official Stereophonics Tribute Band)
2026-05-16 19:30 - 22:30 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
Back by popular demand! TWM Live presents Stereophonies – The UK’s first, original and best Stereophonics tribute act – at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester on Saturday 16th May.Playing tribute to the mighty welsh rockers who were the 8th group to achieve 5 consecutive UK number 1 albums in a list that includes the Beatles, Led Zeppelin, ABBA, Genesis, Oasis, Blur and U2. The Stereophonics enjoyed 11 top 10 singles including the number 1 single ‘Dakota’. Their hits collection, ‘Decade In The Sun’, sold 1.2 million copies in the UK.Tickets are on sale now, advance booking advised as this show sold out last time!Advance tickets £15 +booking feeDoors 7:30pmPlease 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.

Heritage and Honour Concert
2026-05-16 19:30 - 22:30 | Colchester Town Hall
British Army Band Colchester and and RAF Honington Voluntary Band present our concert Heritage and Honour. This concert will celebrate the rich heritage and tradition of the wind band.
Come along and enjoy a memorable and uplifting performance!

Troy Hawke: Never Stop, Never Change!
2026-05-16 19:30 - 22:30 | Colchester Charter Hall, Colchester Charter Hall
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 1 Aug 2025 at 10:00 AM
Priority from O2 : Wed, 30 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
Live Nation Presale : Thu, 31 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster Presale : Thu, 31 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM

Terminal party at Coda
2026-05-16 21:30 - 23:45 | Coda Colchester, Coda Colchester
The Iron Boot Scrapers rip it up with our inimitable covers of well know songs that will get you dancing and singing along!Free entry

Primal Replay at the Bull Colchester
2026-05-16 21:30 - 23:45 | The Bull Colchester, The Bull Colchester
Come check out the amazing Primal Replay at the Bull Colchester, 9.30pm onwards !

Mexico & Colombia Zumba Masterclass
2026-05-17 10:30 - 12:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Price £25Class Running Time 10:30am – 12:30pm
This event is for those who feel obliged to dance!
To book your place, please contact: 07791 496767 or go to: https://www.zumba.com/class_detail/dbd0129a-5387-4440-9bf8-269984551228?utm_medium=social_media&utm_source=native_shar

Colchester Arts Centre's Daytime Disco with DJs Ben Howard & Sam Leppard
2026-05-17 14:00 - 18:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £10.Doors open 2pm, finishes 6pm.This event is for a standing audience.
Featuring legendary Colchester DJs BEN HOWARD & SAM LEPPARD
Expect classic pop, disco, soul, indie, rave and dance anthems – all guaranteed to get you moving. With its singalong vibes and feel-good energy, the Daytime Disco brings a fresh twist to the venue’s legendary club nights.
Join us on the dancefloor from 2pm–6pm!

FRENCHIE CAFE - COLCHESTER
2026-05-17 14:05 - 17:05 | Slug & Lettuce Colchester, Slug & Lettuce Colchester
Ring the Alarm because Frenchie Cafe is coming to Colchester for the first time ever 🎉
Join us at POP+BARK’s most loved event at Slug & Lettuce for what might just be the happiest event in the world – packed with wiggly bums, snorty snuffles and an unreal amount of joy.
French Bulldog owner or just a Frenchie fan? This is a mood-boosting day out that guarantees smiles!
Come for the feel-good vibes, stay for the cuddles, and leave with a camera roll full of French Bulldogs being hilarious.
🎟️ Tickets are limited — don’t miss the happiest Frenchie-filled day ever!

Football Quiz (Colchester)
2026-05-17 18:40 - 21:40 | Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
Test your knowledge of the beautiful game, and help raise money for an incredible cause!
– £3 a head (CASH ONLY)– Maximum 6 to a team– Food served throughout – Book by selecting the date of the quiz and choosing quiz booking: threewisemonkeyscolchester.com/book-a-table
If you book and then decide not to attend, please CANCEL YOUR BOOKING.
Please attend with the number of people you book for.
Please arrive at least twenty minutes before the quiz is due to start to place food and drink orders.

Pint of Science Colchester
2026-05-18 18:00 - 22:00 | Colchester, UK, Colchester, UK
Tickets Now On Sale!! 🎟️🍺✨
Come and quench your thirst for knowledge with us as leading local scientists talk about their research in Colchester’s best watering holes!
Get to hear about all sorts of topics from Digital Identities, the true importance of Conservation, to our Buried Secrets and everything in between!
Whether you’re a science enthusiast or just curious about the world around us, these talks are designed to be fun, accessible, and engaging! 🍺✨
Sign up to our mailing list at pintofscience.co.uk to be the first to hear about our events.
Further details will be posted here, so make sure you click “Going” or “Interested” to find out more.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1995720467684789/?event_time_id=1995720471018122

Jon Boden & The Remnant Kings *
2026-05-18 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £24.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.
‘Ambitious, genre-busting folk’ The Guardian
Live, Boden’s Waitsian parlour ballads and Napoleonic power-pop, are performed alongside the band’s sixteen-year back-catalogue of traditional and original songs and tunes. Bringing together some of the biggest names in English folk music, it’s no surprise that they deliver a deep understanding of traditional music with musical audacity and theatrical brio, and featuring the enormous talents of Sam Sweeney (Bellowhead), Rob Harbron (Leveret), Ben Nicholls (Seth Lakeman Band), Sally Hawkins (Bellowhead) and the vocals and pedal-steel guitar of cult singer-songwriter M.G. Boulter.

Daniel Foxx: How Lovely
2026-05-19 07:30 - 10:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
General tickets go on sale Friday 17th October, 11am.Mailing list presale Thursday 16th October, 11am.
Tickets £18.50.Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience
Daniel was determined to handle his Big Breakup with the grace of Julia Roberts. He didn’t. Join him as he navigates dating in your 30s, Le Creuset addiction and 12-step skincare routines, all while trying very hard to emanate love and light.
Described by Rolling Stone as ‘utterly hilarious and effortlessly charismatic’, award-winning stand-up Daniel is best known for his viral comedy videos, which are enjoyed by millions of women and gays online.
His critically-acclaimed debut show Villain toured internationally, including a sell-out run at New York’s SoHo Playhouse and London’s legendary Clapham Grand. He co-hosts the podcast Welcome To Hell with fellow comic Dane Buckley, which debuted in Apple and Spotify’s Top 10 comedy charts, and he is the author of the hit book Bedtime Stories for Privileged Children.
‘Utterly hilarious and effortlessly charismatic’ ★★★★★ Rolling Stone
‘Relentlessly hilarious’ ★★★★★ Broadway World
‘A supremely gifted comic’ ★★★★★ North West End UK
★★★★ The Scotsman
★★★★ The List

Mini Museum Explorers
2026-05-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Colchester Natural History Museum, Colchester Natural History Museum
Sessions are at 10 – 11 am and 11:15 am – 12:15 pm.
Designed for children aged 2 1/2 to 5, along with their parents, grandparents, and carers, these monthly sessions offer an immersive journey of scientific or historical exploration and discovery.
Spring is definitely here and it’s time to get growing! Join us on 19th May for this month’s Mini Museum Explorers session where we are going to be learning all about seeds and plants. From looking at collection items, to story, craft and sensory play; it’s all happening in the Natural History Museum! KS1 homeschoolers very welcome in the 11:15 session.
Mini Museum Explorer sessions are designed for pre-school children and their carers – they are unsuitable for larger nursery groups (although we are happy to organise these for you!)
Spaces cost £3 per child.
https://www.facebook.com/events/778737708183106/?event_time_id=778737714849772

Open Arts Creative Session
2026-05-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Community360, Winsley’s House, High St, CO1 1UG Colchester, United Kingdom, Community360, Winsley's House, High St, CO1 1UG Colchester, United Kingdom
Unfinished crochet project? Empty sketchbook yet to be filled? Want to try a new craft but unsure what? Feeling unmotivated to be creative?
Join us every 3rd Wednesday of the month for an Open Arts Creative Session, a session for you to bring your own creative projects and be supported by members of our community.
This session is an opportunity for you to make time for creativity in a distraction free environment with community support and a variety of creative resources
You can find out more information on the session, accessibility facilities and more on Eventbrite.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1338095825021137/?event_time_id=1338095841687802

Wonderful Wednesdays - Beacons, Icons & Dykons: Billy Twirling Through Time
2026-05-20 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Pay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audience
Inspired by the iconic film Billy Elliot, this queer Joyful performance pirouettes, spins, and lip-syncs through a nostalgic journey of dance, friendship, and identity.
Tom Marshman and Ryan O’Shea bring humour and heart as they reimagine scenes from the film, reflecting on ageing in dance. Expect cheap wigs, cheaper costumes, and a rich tapestry of queer life.

Mercury Creatives Masterclass – Fundraising and Income Generation with Steve Mannix
2026-05-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Mercury Theatre Colchester, Mercury Theatre Colchester
A Rough Guide to Fundraising and Income Generation with Steve Mannix
A practical session full of top tips and suggestions to start or continue your fundraising journey across all art forms and genres. Steve Mannix will share insights and experiences taken from his long career in leading and raising income for cultural organisations that you can put into practice in your own fundraising strategies. Whether you are a newly formed theatre company, run a creative business or are an individual seeking to broaden your knowledge of how to raise vital funds for your work, this masterclass is suitable for all levels of experience.
Steve Mannix has worked in the cultural sector for nearly 40 years. Prior to working for the Mercury, Steve was a cultural programme advisor for London 2012, Chief Executive at Shape and held senior management positions with Hackney Empire, Stonewall, and Battersea Arts Centre.

COLLIDESCOPE Creatives @ House of Joy
2026-05-21 19:00 - 21:00 | House of Joy, House of Joy
Book you tickets here – https://tickts.co.uk/events/collidescope-creatives-at-house-of-joy❤️🧡💛💚💙💜Everyone is welcome to join us for an novel evening literally inspired by books! COLLIDESCOPE creatives is a unique evening themed around joy featuring a creative workshop, local performers, Q&A sessions, networking with an open mic ending.❤️🧡💛💚💙💜On top of that you can browse the amazing selection of books within House Of Joy after hours and perhaps even treat yourself (You may also add a mystery book when you purchase a ticket). We look forward to seeing you there! 7pm – Doors open❤️🧡💛💚💙💜7.05 – Creative workshop with Tom Stock themed around books and joy7.30 – Megan Juniper (Singer and Comedian)7.45 – Q&A with Megan8pm – Short break8.15 – Maddie Lawrence (Saxophonist)8.30 – Q&A with Maddie8.45 – Open Mic for audience members9pm – Thanks and goodnights❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Life Drawing - Thursday, 21st May 2026
2026-05-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Straight Road Community Centre, Straight Road Community Centre
We are a local life drawing group in Colchester. We meet up for untutored drawings with professional models from all backgrounds.
All abilities are welcome. Just drop in, draw and pay £10 cash for the session.
Drawing boards, easels, papers, charcoal and pencils are provided for free or bring your materials.
Accessible venue.
Location: Straight Road Community Centre329 Straight Road, Colchester, CO3 9EF

Namvula
2026-05-21 19:30 - 22:30 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £15 / £13 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.
* * * * “A true original…a soulful performer. An adventurous and impressive set that blends African styles with jazz” – The Guardian
Singer-songwriter NAMVULA weaves together a global soundscape that takes inspiration from the deep grooves of Africa, the lyrical sensibility of folk-pop soul, and the improvisational freedom of jazz. This Zambian-Scottish artist creates a musical tapestry that transports listeners into different worlds with refreshing honesty, evocative lyricism, heartfelt melodies, and infectious grooves.
In this show, she will be playing a rare, beautifully intimate and stripped back set with acclaimed guitarist Giuliano Modarelli (Kefaya), as part of her All Shades / Chasing Shadows UK tour.

Music BinGlow
2026-05-22 18:30 - 2026-05-23 00:00 | JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom, JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom
Get ready to sing, dance, and shout “Bingo!” as Music Binglow lights up the night! This neon-themed music bingo experience turns your favourite hits into a glowing, high-energy party. Mark off the songs as they play to win amazing prizes!
Neon fancy dress is encouraged!
Doors open at 6.30pm, with our bar food menu available to purchase. The 5 games of bingo will start from 8pm. Additional games are available to purchase on the night for £2.50 each. Over 16s only. Event will finish at midnight.
Our magic mirror will also be available to take photos throughout the evening!
Event parking is free. Please enter your car registration on the tablets in the reception foyer when you arrive. If you wish to leave your vehicle overnight, you may do so and your parking validation will cover you until the following day. Please ensure that your vehicle is collected by 10am.

Danny Baker: Aye Aye! Ahoy Ahoy! *
2026-05-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom
Tickets £29.Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm.This show is for a seated audience.
Aye Aye! Ahoy Hoy! The Unstoppable Talking Panjandrum Is Back In Town!
Celebrating 50 Years Afloat On The Showbiz Seas!
Dead Men Tell No Tales – So Might As Well Get Em All Told Now!
Avast! Two Thundering Hours Guaranteed!
“An Absolutely Blistering Night Out!” – The Isle Of Arran Shoemaker’s Monthly
“Indiscreet Revelations Told With Swashbuckling Verve!” – Some Genius On Twitter
As Seen On BBC1, BBC2, BBC4 And Virtually Every Radio Station In The Known World! (Even Pirate Ones)
Positively Final Voyage! All Aboard!
Twitter – @prodnose
★★★★★ “A raft of cracking anecdotes”, Mail on Sunday★★★★ “Boy can he sell a story… a compelling, evocative account of his south London roots”, Evening Standard★★★★ “Entertaining audiences with stories that are eclectic”, The I“Baker is at ease on stage”, The Times“It’s hard not to marvel at the flow”, The Guardian

Hip Hop Fridays Launch night with Shoesy, Bobby Skillz, Komplikated & Chelle
2026-05-22 19:00 - 2026-05-23 00:00 | 1 St Nicolas Passage , CO1 1jz Colchester, United Kingdom, 1 St Nicolas Passage , CO1 1jz Colchester, United Kingdom
We’re launching a new weekly hiphop night with Shoesy, Bobby Skillz, Komplikated and Chelle.
Led by Shoesy, every Friday will be Hip-Hop (apart from special one-off events), with some of the finest DJs from East Anglia and beyond joining us. Watch this space…
https://www.facebook.com/events/26036756719331858/?event_time_id=26036798562661007

Sound Bath Meditation
2026-05-22 19:30 - 21:00 | upstairs, 26b Hythe Quay, Colchester CO2 8JB , CO2 8JB Colchester, United Kingdom, upstairs, 26b Hythe Quay, Colchester CO2 8JB , CO2 8JB Colchester, United Kingdom
✨ A Beautiful Way to Begin Your Weekend ✨
Join us for a deeply nourishing Sound Bath Meditation — a vibrational relaxation experience and curated sonic journey designed to soothe the soul and calm the nervous system.
✨ Minimal effort, maximum benefit.Simply arrive, get comfortable, and recline as you’re gently bathed in therapeutic sacred sound. You’ll be wrapped warmly in blankets, supported to fully let go and receive.
We may begin with a gentle stretch and a focus on the breath, before settling into deep rest and relaxation.
🎶 Our sound journey may include:• Crystal singing bowls• Handmade Tibetan singing bowls (including 7 Chakra bowls)• Unique titanium gongs• Chinese Wind Gong• Vocal toning• Shamanic drum• Tingshas, Koshi bells and more
Each instrument carries unique frequencies that work on different layers of the body, helping to activate the Rest, Relaxation & Repair response of the nervous system. This can support a wide range of physical, emotional and energetic benefits, including:• Reduced stress and tension• Lowered blood pressure• Muscle relaxation and pain relief• Improved circulation• Increased feelings of calm, balance and wellbeing
✨ A gentle return follows, leaving you feeling grounded, refreshed and restored.
☕ Your ticket includes refreshments and time to relax, chat and connect afterwards.
Come as you are — leave feeling lighter, calmer and deeply nourished 💛
https://www.facebook.com/events/1218034843772126/?event_time_id=1218034860438791

Oasis Only (Oasis Tribute)
2026-05-22 19:30 - 22:30 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
Hailing from Essex and gigging throughout the South-East and surrounding areas Oasis Only are the must-see Oasis Tribute band for any Oasis fan “Mad Fer It”!Oasis Only has an extensive setlist, which is changed regularly to keep the set fresh!Setlist includes; Roll With It, Hello, Acquiesce, Supersonic, Morning Glory, Slide Away, Stand By Me, Importance Of Being Idle, Lyla, Cigarettes & Alcohol, Champagne Supernova, Rock N’ Roll Star, Hindu Times… plus many more Oasis anthems.The 5 piece band have created the ultimate Oasis gig experience of over 2 hours of the very best Oasis anthems!This is “definitely maybe” the next best thing to the real Oasis!Friday 22nd May, Tickets £12 + Booking fee
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 Comedy Store - Colchester
2026-05-22 20:00 - 23:00 | Colchester Charter Hall, Colchester Charter Hall
Sale Dates and Times:
Public Onsale : Fri, 28 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM
Priority from O2 : Wed, 26 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM
Ticketmaster Presale : Thu, 27 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM
Live Nation Presale : Thu, 27 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM

Punk’s Dead #3
2026-05-23 15:30 - 18:30 | 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom, 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
Punk’s Dead #3 all dayer comes to you from the incredible Punks Dead Promotions. Join us for a day of punk, hardcore and rock music.FEATURING SETS BY //RAD PITTTHE WINONASAWAPNIHILISTIC BISCUITS CRYING IN COLOURMICE’SLARA PRICEYEMO TELLUMSTickets are £8 IN ADVANCE or £10 ENTRY OTD for the whole day.
Saturday 23rd May, Tickets £8 + Booking feePlease 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.

Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston | Colchester
2026-05-23 19:30 - 22:30 | Colchester Charter Hall, Colchester Charter Hall
Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK, including an arena tour and iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and The London Palladium.
Established as the UK’s biggest Whitney Houston tribute, this breathtaking production honours the music, legacy, and unmatched talent of the legendary Whitney Houston. Celebrate Whitney’s remarkable musical repertoire in an electrifying production that honours her timeless songs with sensational vocalists and a full live band.
Prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary journey through three decades of all-time hits such as I Wanna Dance With Somebody,One Moment In Time, I’m Every Woman, I Will Always Love You, My Love Is Your Love, So Emotional, Run To You, Saving All My Love, How Will I Know, Million Dollar Bill, The Greatest Love Of All, and many more.
Join us for an unmissable evening filled with live music, captivating choreography, and powerful vocals, as we pay homage to the one and only queen of the night.
Please note that this is a tribute production not associated with the Estate of Whitney Houston.
