A FREE monthly Open Workshop, a chance for current & potential members to come together and catch up.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 [...]

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/xJWOHUhNIf you book and then decide not to attend, please cancel your booking. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the [...]

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!SHOCK WAVESFeaturing the gold and silver age masters of [...]

Join us for the second of our Quarterly Comedy Nights in 2025!Our MC for this date is a regular at Colchester United - Justin Panks who will be presiding over the evening's merriment with his customary wit and comedic timing.Opening the show will be Josh James whose warm delivery, easy-going persona and killer punchlines have [...]

Friday the 2nd May we are transforming CODA back to the golden era of disco. Get Ready to Boogie All Night!Slip into your shiniest polyester outfit and step under the glittering lights. It’s time for Friday Night Fever, the ultimate throwback party where the beats are funky, the vibes are electric, and the dance floor [...]

Join us for a casual evening of reconnecting and reminiscing at Colchester and East Essex CC on Friday 2nd May 2025, 7-11pm. Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the John O'Groats to Land's End cycle and other fantastic FUNdraisers over the years. Tickets are £28pp (plus small booking fee) and include food provided by 'Smashed@Trotters'. Let's [...]

DRAG ME TO THE80’S Meet the cast of our 80’s Divas and join us on an unforgettable journey as this amazing production delivers a dazzling fusion of nostalgia, empowerment and a celebration of the extraordinary.Get ready to dance, sing and be captivated by the powerhouse vocals of the queens who redefine the stage and bring [...]

Enjoy the Colchester Morris Dancers and keep your fingers crossed for dry weather!

Chop Suey! Nu-Metal Anthems is coming to Three Wise Monkeys Colchester on Friday 2nd May for a massive nu-metal party!Tickets on sale now from: skiddle.com/e/40810650Playing Linkin Park / Limp Bizkit / System Of A Down / Slipknot / Papa Roach / Deftones / Korn / Mudvayne / Coal Chamber / Andrew W.K / Drowning Pool [...]

Get ready to time-travel back to the raddest decade ever – the 80s, for one totally epic night of non-stop fun!Dust off those iconic shoulder pads, slip into your boldest tutu and join us for a wild throwback party celebrating the era of neon leg warmers, dirty dancing and unforgettable hairstyles!Get into the groove as [...]

Artisan Craft Fair, on Saturday 3rd May, 10am-3pm, free entry, at Firstsite, Lewis Gardens, High Street, Colchester CO1 1JH. Folk & Bespoke prides itself as being different, not the same boring shops that you see around town, bringing you the same cheap, unethical goods. Folk & Bespoke aims to bring you something different EVERY month! [...]

Join us for a gentle walk through one of the finest reserves in the county.We shall hear ,and hopefully see, many of the nightingales for which this famous.This walk will last about 2 hours at a friendly pace and is suitable for adults and accompanied older children.All welcome. No need to book. No charge

Tickets £7 / £6 concessions / £22 Family (A family group of 4, including at least 1 child)Doors open 11am, starts 11.30am.Duration: 45minsFrom one of its earliest beginnings in ancient Egypt, a story best known across the globe as Cinderella shape-shifts its common threads into the world of the seas; linking nations and hosting a [...]

Biome London will be hosting a practical workshop giving you a chance to learn how to inoculate logs and create mushroom beds for your projects at home.Mycelium dowels will be available pre order after the workshop.There will be an opportunity to buy lunch in the cafe from 1-2pm, please note lunch is not included in [...]

The gathering of souls for a rotary roam around the Hythe and New Town wards. The congregation will assemble for a reflective walk on how elements of life have been saved from peril and demise over the years. With Steve Shaw.Meet: 2pm, Hythe Station (what3words.com ///plants.slowly.kick), (2m, 2hrs)ACCESSIBILITY: The walking route will be hard-surfaced and [...]

On Saturday 3rd May we are playing a full band Acoustic set at Coda in Colchester, this will be an afternoon/early evening performance. Free Entry

Beltane Women’s Circle CelebrationSaturday, 3rd May, 17:00 - 20:30Join us for a heart-warming evening to honour Beltane, the ancient Celtic festival celebrating the height of spring and the approach of summer. Together, we will gather as women to embrace the spirit of connection, growth, and renewal in a nurturing and sacred space.What to Expect: • [...]

Join us at the Cardinal Bourne Hall for the now traditional fundraising Grand Quiz night., formally opening our week of walks & evening events, and toasting the festival namesake Jane Jacobs.Doors open 6.45pm for a 7pm (prompt!) startBRING YOUR OWN DRINKS (alcohol and soft), glasses to drink from.TEAMS/TABLES of 4-6. Ideally get a team together [...]

JAR Nights presentsHeadliners Shade Of Envy will bring the noise with unique blends of punk and rock. 5 lads ready to rock your socks off.Dharma Hounds come from Chelmsford and bring their brand of heavy rock n roll tunes alongside intriguing stage presence.On first is We Fought a Bear Once, heavy pop punk tunes and [...]

Tickets £12 / £10 concessions.Doors open 8pm, starts 8.30pm.The LipSinkers were formed in East London in 2006 and have developed an international reputation for punk ethos drag, dance and satire.Now with one foot firmly in Colchester (talk about legs akimbo!), their latest onslaught skids into Colchester Arts for May Day weekend.“Camp, Cult and Glorious” The [...]

Get ready for the Madness with this electric Line up from Drum And Bass To Hard House Anythings Possible get ready for the ride of your life and be prepared to have a Mad night.This night we be a Madness in the heart of Colchester Essex £4 on the door £2 online8pm till 3am LOUNGE [...]

Its nearly time for our next gig in Colchester on Saturday 3rd May where we'll be headlining Queen St Brewhouse, playing alongside the amazing Dharma Hounds and We Fought a Bear Once🔥Tickets only £6: https://www.skiddle.com/e/40910047 🎟Thanks to JAR Records for organising 🤘

Country lovers! We’re bringing What Would Dolly Do? Country Club Night back to Colchester on May Bank Holiday weekend! The biggest Country anthems and Nashville classics at Three Wise Monkeys on Saturday 3rd May! Tickets on sale now from: skiddle.com/e/40649635Expect to hear Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Miranda Lambert, Dolly Parton, Taylor Swift, Luke Bryan, Carrie [...]

Playing the biggest Britpop & Indie anthems.

Haunting Nights Ghost Hunts in Colchester EssexHaunting Nights Ghost Adventure Continues. Join the fastest growing ghost adventure company as we return to England’s ancient capital city in haunted EssexColchester Castle has the accolade of being one of the most haunted castles in the UK. This foreboding castles history began almost 2000 years ago as a [...]

**Please Read Full Description Before Submitting Your Order**Makerspace Raku Club - Communal Raku Firing Session held at Cuckoo Farm Studios.Led by Peter Jones with support from Makerspace Technician Ed Dan — we supply all the Raku glazes, materials and fire — you just need to bring your ceramics!IMPORTANT NOTES:- Booking for the course will be [...]

Communities divided by road building. Rich and poor in separate roads. Local people’s stories, wartime from siege to WW2, rags to riches, the nurses home, changes in demography and character. And some local history… With Sheila Kelly.Meet: 11.30am, Abbeygate St. by underpass. End: former Essex County Hospital (1.5m, 2hrs)ACCESSIBILITY:This walk is fully wheelchair friendly, pavements [...]

Our all day music event returns! Multiple bands over the course of the day - come and discover someone new!

An alternative look at our city’s history, this time from below. How did the people - & not the kings, queens, lords & generals - forge our city’s story? With Bryn Griffiths.Bryn is not a professional historian and he only claims to be making a small contribution to our city’s story but he hopes to [...]

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 on the galleries by turning off audio and visuals, whilst providing a sensory [...]

With British writer and social historian, Ken Worpole ('Brightening from the East: Essays on landscape & memory', 2025), 'a literary original... whose books combine the Orwellian ideal of common decency with understated erudition’ (The New Statesman). The relentless global relocation from countryside to cities, means 'rural life will be increasingly inhabited by an ageing population', [...]

Tickets £15.50 / £13.50 concessionsDoors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pmThis show is for a seated audienceDavid Preston: GuitarSeb Rochford: DrumsConor Chaplin: BassLondon based guitarist and composer, David Preston has been described by the Guardian as “Virtuosic” and TimeOut as “A superb modern jazz guitarist”. He released his debut album ‘Purple / Black’ on Whirlwind Recordings [...]

It's skank-holiday month in the UK.... Two beautiful days for the banks to rest their weary heads - all in a few weeks.We all know that this means the summer is practically here....Also, what better way to salute the hard working (rhymes with) bankers... than to come dance with your favourite horn blowin' quintet? Festivities [...]

Join us at Twisters Bar on Sunday, May 4, 2025, for a hard-partying selection of The 1975's biggest anthems, deep cuts, and collaborations, plus tunes from their friends and influences! DJ Rom Atkin will be spinning all the indie-pop magic you love.🍻 Bar & Beer Garden open from 5 PM🎧 DJ kicks off from 9 [...]

What are we missing when we don’t look up at the buildings and skylines around Colchester City centre? Discover new vistas on a walk inspired by the work of Richard Arnopp and Adrian Rushton, who in 2024 took a series of photographs to record Colchester’s town centre buildings ‘from the first floor up’ (published on [...]

Discover Colchester off-road, from Camp Folley North to Kendal Road Folley, Childwell Alley and thence to The Moors; Parsons Lane to Love Walk (coffee stop at Old Heath Rec) and on to Camp Folley South. Plenty of geography, history, legend and gossip along the way!With Des Bowden and Phil Hitchins.Meet: 2.30pm, Napier Road North carpark [...]

One Man, Two Guvnorsby Richard BeanBased on The Servant of Two Masters by Carlo GoldoniWith popular songs from the era and Grant OldingHeadgate Theatre ProductionsDirector: Sally BroatchProduction week: w/c Sunday 5th October 2025Rehearsals: Monday and Wednesday evenings starting 14th July.Read Through: Monday 5th May, 2025 @ 4pm at The HeadgateAuditions : Audition workshops are scheduled [...]

It’s now possible to book pay as you feeltickets for the Corinne Fowler event.https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/headgatecommunity/t-jzaomxgWith Corinne Fowler, Professor of Colonialism and Heritage at the University of Leicester. Corinne specialises in colonial history, decolonisation and the British countryside’s relationship to Empire. She is perhaps best known for her work with the National Trust to record their property’s [...]

We are delighted to have regular walk host and ‘walk motivator’ Shawn Leek (Walk, Talk, Support), join our Jane’s Walk 2025 programme. Enjoy our beautiful Castle Park and the companionship of new friends on this open to all walk. Then do it again the week after if it suits you!Meet: 11am, Firstsite entrance, CO1 1JH [...]

A trail launched in partnership with Colchester Young Archaeologists Club, the result of an English Heritage challenge to deliver ‘a little known or forgotten’ local story. It tells the tale of some ordinary people - artisans of Tudor Colchester - whose lives took an extraordinary turn, at a shocking event in the town more than [...]

Taster Nights at Three Wise Monkeys - explore cuisine with four taster courses of food, each paired with drinks to experience flavour and contrast.Join us on Tuesday 6th May for our Belgian Beer Taster Evening, where we’ll be serving a selection of Belgian beers, paired with expertly crafted food dishes to complement each brew.Our tasting [...]

Tickets £18.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.Keeley Forsyth:Voice and Piano TourAcclaimed singer Keeley Forsyth returns for a rare and stripped back performance, accompanied by Matthew Bourne on piano.In recent years, Keeley has worked with many esteemed collaborators, including Ben Frost, Colin Stetson, Teho Teardo, Louis Carnell, Gazelle Twin, Evelyn Glennie, [...]

Follow in the footsteps of the Emperor Claudius and Queen Boudica to uncover Colchester's fascinating Roman history! The tour will include a visit inside the Roman theatre and will end at the Roman Circus Centre.Price - £9pp FREE for under 16sBook via any of the following:Call the Visitor Information Centre on 01206 282920 Email vic@colchester.gov.ukOnline [...]

Learn to weave a willow plant support at The Romano Lounge.All materials are provided and no experience necessary.Workshop includes a hot drink and cake (£35pp)Book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or eventbrite (fees apply):https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1281019877939?aff=oddtdtcreator

From the pre-Christian era to the Victorian, from Greek Orthodox to Quakers, from Muslim to Masonic, we have always had churches. Colchester's former churches have become a museum, an arts centre, a masonic hall, a theatre, or have been demolished entirely leaving only a few gravestones. This walk will discover many forgotten gems as well [...]

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 514510Please arrive at least twenty minutes before the quiz is due to start to place drink orders.If you [...]

Join an evening walk and listen to the nightingales of Middlewick Ranges. One of the premier sites in the country due to the ideal habitats of scrub and woodland. We should be serenaded during our short walk by several singing nightingales. With Dougal Urquhart, Chair of CNHS.Meet: 7pm, Speedwell Road footpath entrance to Middlewick, Old [...]

Topper Promotions present;COMEDY IN COLCHESTERCOLCHESTER COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR 2025.SPONSORED BY OTHER MONKEY BREWING & COLCHESTER TROPHIES6 of the best comedians will give you their best jokes and play silly games to make you laugh, cry and laugh again!Hosted by the amazing Louie Green it will a great night where YOU the audience will get [...]

Adapted by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan AbelBased on the novel by Dan BrownDan Brown’s bestselling thriller novel comes alive in a way you’ve never seen before, in this electrifying stage adaptation written by Rachel Wagstaff and Duncan Abel.Professor Robert Langdon and fellow cryptologist Sophie Neveu embark on a pulse-pounding quest across Europe. When a brutal [...]

(Brief) AGM followed by our ever popular French themed Quiz Night.Prepare for a challenge on your knowledge of all things French.Laughter and surprises guaranteed!!Refreshments included. Visitors welcome for a small fee of £5.00.

Pay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audienceAn Autopsy of a Mother, a Bear and a FridgeBy Mover, Maker and Mother - Deborah Light.‘Rage hides a wound’ Sharon BlackieYou are warmly invited to witness the examination of three seemingly unconnected objects.As Deborah uncovers connective tissue, [...]

More off-road surprises: from Camp Folley to Old Heath Rec; Parsons Walk and Grant Meadows to Distillery Lane; Bourne Valley to the cemetery, and The Folley to Plum Hall. With Des Bowden and Phil Hitchins. Meet: 4pm, Napier Road North carpark (what3words.com ///vent.acting.scrap), End: Odd One Out PH (3.4m, 3hrs). ACCESSIBILITY: Step-free and mostly hard-surfaced, [...]

A walk around Colchester Cemetery, learn its history and visit some headstones to remember the Colcestrians who walked our streets before us and now rest in our beautiful Victorian burial ground. Interesting stories of lives gone by. With Sharon Mooney.Meet: 5:30pm, at the lower Cemetery entrance, opp. Bourne Rd, inside the gates on the left-hand [...]

Showing at Firstsite Cinema - Tall Tales (TBC)!Fabled English record producer Mark Pritchard, luminary songwriter Thom Yorke and ground-breaking visual artist Jonathan Zawada present Tall Tales – a debut collaborative visual and audio cinema experience a decade in the making.Tall Tales is a fairy tale for the modern world; depicting rising tides, kings & queens, [...]

Enjoy the exquisite craft of Linocut, a traditional printmaking technique and a variant of woodcut.Suitable for beginners or those wanting to refresh their memory.During this 3 hour session you will be inspired, cut your own design into the linoleum surface and then print onto paper or fabric using our proofing press with support from Makerspace [...]

Whether you are new to writing poetry or a seasoned poet looking for something to enhance and energise your writing, this workshop will give you an experience in writing from art. We will look at and discuss example poems by a variety of poets to identify various approaches and help stimulate your creativity.Basic materials provided. [...]

Gain confidence in drawing the figure, with these tutored sessions on some basic principles of life drawing. As evening falls we will use ink washes over wax resist to create atmospheric drawings of the model in the studio.Come along to each session to experiment with a different themeSuitable for all abilities. Basic materials provided. For [...]

Semi final 1 of this year's Metal 2 The Masses Essex - Winner plays Bloodstock.This semi final features Dismanibus, Red Matter, Seventh Fear and another semi finalist from the remaining heat TBC. Kensei will headline the night too. Doesn't get much better than that!Doors at 7pm. Tickets are £4

‘An epic, intimate, and poetic meditation on architecture and how the design and construction of buildings from the ancient past reveal our destruction — and offer hope for survival and a way forward. Through Kossakovsky’s lens, the grandeur and folly of humanity and its precarious relationship with nature posits two urgent questions: how do we [...]

Come and have a ROOOAARRSOME time with everyone at Go Bananas.With fabulous entertainment from The Only Way Is Entertainment Agency join us for some soft play fun with dancing and games.Go on a dino dig, hunt for some fossils and identify the different dinosaurs.Children's ticket includes a themed snack box, allergies can be catered for.

A circular ‘growers’ walk from East Bay allotments (with Level Best) via High Woods Country Park up to the Together We Grow community garden, a 2-acre site with orchards, veg beds & poly tunnels (+tea/coffee & cake!), then returning to town via Mercers Farm allotments. With Clare Smee. Meet: 10am, East Bay allotments (what3words.com ///jolly.tags.dinner) [...]

All the ghosts you could want, a walk over the bodies you didn’t even know were there, and vivid descriptions from times gone by. A rollicking tour of Colchester for the Dead anD Undead. not for the faint hearted! With Max Fox.Meet: 5.30pm, between the Mercury Theatre and Balkerne Gate (1m, 2 hrs)ACCESSIBILITY:A city centre [...]

Join us for some darling wines of May in our latest roadshow, taking the essence of The Wine Society around the country. We’ll have a premium selection of fine white wines, a mini-Greek odyssey, a journey around Portugal and the pick of brand new wines from our May list alongside a ‘just for fun’ blind [...]

Do you love all things 00s?! Are you a huge fan of drag?! Well shantay this way because “NOW! That’s What I Call…DRAG! Me Back To The 00s!" is HERE!Combining the iconic decade of the 00s with tons of camp, comedy and chaos, get ready for a classic slice of British drag cabaret as we [...]

Share this showDates9 May 2025Venues:Colchester Arts CentreCategories:GIGSTickets £23.50.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.45pm.This gig is for a standing audience.What makes AC/DC such an exciting, pulse pounding band and how do we recreate the fire of their live performances? That’s the main question we asked ourselves when we fired up the rock and roll train that was [...]

Read through for 'Our Walk Through The World' by Ross HowardHeadgate Theatre ProductionsDirected by Forest MorganPerformances: Wed 5th – Sat 8th November 2025Read through: Friday 9th May 225Audition workshops: Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th June 2025Further details to be announced

Dried flower wreath workshop with the choice of a hot beverage and cake or lunch, please let me know if you have any dietry requirements.Lunch choices:Fish & ChipsTLC Burger & Fries (GF bun available) orThai Vegetable Curry with rice (V, GF)All materials are provided and no experience necessary.Book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) [...]

Unleash your creativity in our hands-on Kite Making Workshop! Whether you’re an art lover or a enjoy flying kites, this workshop offers the perfect opportunity to craft your very own kite.In this hands-on session, participants of all ages will create their own colourful kites with the guidance of artists and kite enthusiast Tom Armstrong.Learn the [...]

Dried flower wreath workshop with the choice of a hot beverage and cake or lunch, please let me know if you have any dietry requirements.Lunch choices:Fish & ChipsTLC Burger & Fries (GF bun available) orThai Vegetable Curry with rice (V, GF)All materials are provided and no experience necessary.Book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) [...]

The Firstsite Art Fair is a vibrant celebration of creativity, bringing together a diverse range of artists, collectors, art lovers and all who are simply curious about art.Set in a welcoming environment, our fair showcases a stunning array of original artworks, including paintings and sculptures.You will have the opportunity to meet talented emerging and established [...]

Join us for a vibrant day of fun, food, and community! Bring the whole family and enjoy a fantastic day packed with exciting activities, music, and delicious food. Date: 10-05-25 Time: 10.00am - 4.00pm Location: First Site on the Lawn Exciting Activities Include: ALL FREE Bouncy Castles Face Painting Music & Entertainment BBQ Food & [...]

Bring an old pair of jeans, denim jacket, t-shirt, dress, cushion cover, or whatever you like to explore with Associate Artist Katie Kennedy how we can improve, reuse and recycle fabric using printing techniques. During this workshop : > Create an upcycled item that's totally unique to you > Explore screen printing techniques using hand-cut [...]

***NEW: NOW OFFERING LESSONS!***📅 **Date**: Saturday, 10th May 2025📍 **Location**: Charter Hall, Colchester**Session Times**:- 🌿 **Relaxed**: 11 AM - 12 PM- 👨‍👩‍👧 **Family**: 12 PM - 5 PM- 🎉 **Over 14’s**: 7 PM - 11:30 PM🎟️ **Tickets**: £12.50 (4 for 3 offer)🛼 **Skate Hire Available but must be pre-booked- and sold out in advance last [...]

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The tour is approximately 30-45 minutes long and will run on Saturday, 10 May, at 2 PM.Colchester Castle is offering free* monthly tours focusing on LGBTQ+ historical figures and themes, open to anyone with an interest in new historical perspectives. Each tour promises a unique exploration of LGBTQ+ history, and no two tours will be [...]

A family bike ride with free bike flags, spokey dokeys, streamers and horns. A safe, flat, marshalled ride. All welcome (0-99 yrs). Children under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. With Jean Quinn and Kim Barnetson.Meet (and end point): 2pm, Richmond Rd kid’s play park, CO2 7FR (1.5m, 0.5hrs). Cafe stop, with play [...]

Get ready for an epic showcase of indie short films at the Colchester 5th Independent Short Film Festival 2025!

Get ready for an epic showcase of indie short films at the Colchester 5th Independent Short Film Festival 2025!

A panel-led discussion of the campaign to protect Middlewick Ranges for biodiversity and as a green space for people (with Martin Pugh, Caroline White, Mark Goacher and Ted Benton). Speakers will cover the role of citizen science in establishing the importance of the site for wildlife, the effectiveness of local planning, and the vision for [...]

Tickets £15.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.Age Restriction 18+This is a standing event, with a limited amount of unreserved seating at the sides of the space.After a year of wonderful events for the Mayor’s Charities, please come celebrate with us at the Marvellous Masquerade Ball!Get ready for a night to remember as we come together to [...]

Have you ever listened to a symphony and wanted to know more about it?We will be delving into what makes Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 so great. A guest speaker will give a talk, along with example musical excerpts from the orchestra.SBMS will then give a full performance of, in Beethoven’s own words, “one of my [...]

This walk gives children an introduction to Jumbo, combined with the opportunity to draw and paint the iconic water tower close to and on the skyline. All materials provided. A walk for primary aged children, 7-11 years. Pre-booking is required. All children to be accompanied by an adult. With Clare Marsh. Meet: 10am, outside the [...]

Join us at theColchester 10k on Sunday May 11th 2025 at 10:30 at the Garrison Athletics Track.Entries limited.Sign up early to avoid disappointment.http://colchester10k.com/enter-online/

Join us for an afternoon of incredible live music at the OMB Acoustic Showcase! Starting at 1pm, immerse yourself in a vibrant array of acoustic performances by talented local artists.Performers:Suzy CramerLuke FisherWoody PearceTime: Music begins at 1pmHost: Sam YoungCome and enjoy a relaxing Sunday filled with soulful tunes and great company. Don't miss this opportunity [...]

Colchester is full of surprises. Some pretty amazing people who made the world a very different place.Local buildings and sites which may have more to them than you think.Join Dorian on one of his very different urban walks with poetry, readings and pop-up surprises. With Dorian Kelly. Meet: 2pm, Colchester Arts Centre, Church Walk CO1 [...]

Join us at The Commons Cafe to celebrate the close of another festival week, with jazz from Elmer van der Hoek, Frank Sebastian and friends. Venue/Time: 4.30pm, The Commons Cafe at The Minories (garden entrance).

Tickets £15 / £14 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.'A duo whose voices combine to create a seamless flow of rich, harmonic beauty' ~ Americana UK‘Captivating musical narrative that intertwines sincerity, harmony, and genuine emotion’ ‘An enchanting blend of joyful Americana harmonies and heartfelt lyricism’ ~ Earmilk‘They weave their voices [...]

Build your own open terrarium£35ppJoin us at The Romano Lounge where you will build an open terrarium.No prior experience or skills are needed.What you will learn• How to make a terrarium• What tools to use• What techniques to use• How to look after your terrariumWhat is included• All materials; glass terrarium, stones, earth, plants• A [...]

Impious Spirit Productions presents Tales of Time at Coda Colchester, on Wednesday 14th May 2025!UK Symphonic Metal quintet Tales of Time embark on their first ever headline shows this May, playing songs from their debut EP "The Journey"!For fans of Epica, Nightwish, Children of Bodom and Wintersun, Tales of Time are a band not to [...]

Step into a world of unlimited creativity at our monthly Fabulous Fridays! Immerse yourself in a world of artistic inspiration with different workshops, art, tasty treats and films.Throughout the evening, we will be hosting an array of creative events and workshops across Firstsite. Expect pop-up performances, arts and crafts, and surprise artist collaborations that leave [...]

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where creativity meets sustainability at our EcoArt Collage and Craft workshop!In this unique group experience, we’ll explore the art of collage-making using eco-friendly, repurposed materials. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner, this workshop is designed to inspire creativity.Your tutor will guide you through the process of [...]

This ancient art form has been used as meditation, stress relievers and a fun social activity with friends. In our Origami Workshop, Lu Yu will guide you step by step through the creation of specific origami shapes, teaching essential techniques such as valley folds, mountain folds, squash folds, and reverse folds.These foundational skills will help [...]

International sensation What’s Love Got To Do With It? is back!Brought to you by the award-winning producers behind the hugely successful Whitney - Queen Of The Night, What’s Love Got To Do With It? pays homage to one of the most iconic and much-loved musical artists of the 20th Century: the legendary Tina Turner.In this [...]

Step Into a World of Magic, Laughter, and Joy with Peachy & Me Join the delightful duo, Cherry and Peachy, as they take you on a whimsical journey of magic, art, and mischief in their captivating family show, Peachy & Me.Premiering across stages nationwide, this enchanting performance combines comedy, dance, and interactive fun, offering an [...]

Three Wise Monkeys Colchester presents our Back To The 80s Bottomless Brunch!Pull up your leg warmers and get into the groove at Three Wise Monkeys as we take you back to the 80s for an afternoon of bottomless drinks and live entertainment.We are rounding up the East End boys and West End girls to join [...]

Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP.This is the“Man in the Mirror”–The brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson.Starring CJ, one of the world’s greatest Michael Jackson Tribute Artists and supported by a talented cast of performers and musicians who capture [...]

FLEETWOOD BAC were the world’s first and are regarded as the UKs most authentic Fleetwood Mac Tribute show, raved about by Peter Green’s biographer, and are the only Mac tribute band in the world to authentically replicate the classic Stevie/Lindsey/Christine/John/Mick ‘Rumours’ line-up.

Party all night long to the biggest hits of the 90's which will keep you on the dancefloor all night long! Our photobooth will be open, and fancy dress is always encouraged! Doors open from 7.30pm and the night finishes at midnight. Guests need to be over 18.

a night of Soulful, uplifting House with Jo Bless and Jay Man taking the lead... come down and check it out @jotcreativeartist @jayman888 8pm til Late... FREE ENTRY

It will be great to see people out and about on the 17th for this one we have put together a great line up of DJs for you all including the the man himself BT on percussion, & not forgetting master of ceremonies R🎩cks https://www.skiddle.com/e/40912308

Bringing the Funk Shed recipe of Funk, Soul, Disco, Reggae with a pinch of ROCK to Colchester's favourite music venue. We'll be introducing our amazing new vocalist. Can't wait!Look forward to seeing friends old and new for what promises to be a great night of classic sounds

This creative writing workshops will address the relationship between writing and the self in a productive and fun way.It will explore how we can use our personal experiences directly and indirectly to inform artistic writing with a focus on natural environments and building visual worlds as writing stimulus.Basic materials provided. No experience necessary, just enthusiasm! [...]

A guided walk with naturalist Chris Gibson exploring a variety of local environments and their inhabitants.In towns and cities, walls provide artificial but often valuable wildlife habitats. The older the better is a good general rule, and none is older than our Roman Wall!Meeting in the Minories Garden, Chris will take us through the Meanwhile [...]

Good to be back at The Vic for a sunday sessionexpect sweaty rock in roll and good times,, stick it in your diaries5pm ish)free entry

Tickets £22.50.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a seated audience.As the singer in I Am Kloot from 1999 to 2014, John Bramwell achieved a Mercury Prize nomination for 2010’s The Sky At Night, a Top 10 chart position for 2013’s Let It All In, numerous UK and European tours and a triumphant farewell [...]

Sessions are at 10 – 11 am and 11:15 am – 12:15 pm.Designed for children aged 2 1/2 to 4, along with their parents, grandparents, and carers, these monthly sessions offer an immersive journey of exploration and discovery. The May session will focus on the theme of Camouflage and Habitats.These sessions offer a unique opportunity [...]

EA Festival kicks off a new event series in partnership with Essex Book Festival and The Minories.To inaugurate the series of art-themed talks, James Birch, the curator, gallerist and art impresario with many ties to East Anglia, will introduce his newest book, Gilbert & George and the Communists. The book memorialises James’ experience of mounting [...]

Tickets £14 / £12 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience.With her highly anticipated third solo studio album, To Shoot Another Day, out on November 1 2024, multiple award-winning singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Rosalie Cunningham is finally on the cusp of reaping the rewards of staunch dedication to her chosen [...]

Have you wanted to try stand-up comedy?Been told you are the funniest in the group?Come to a writers' workshop, Roots & Grooves, Colchester.The workshop starts at 6pm with an open mic for people who'd like to see some new acts from around the UK.🚨 IT'S FREE! 🆓 🚨⏰ 6pm to 7.30pm⏰ 7.30pm OPEN MIC SHOW [...]

Join us on Wednesday 21st May for our Infusions Taster Evening!Prepare to tantalize your taste buds as we present a carefully curated selection of dishes infused with our very own craft, each offering a unique flavor profile. Paired perfectly with a refreshing craft beer, this evening promises to be a feast for the senses.Join us [...]

We are excited to announce our first winemaker tasting event in collaboration with Street Wines Ltd on Thursday 22nd May for Painted Wolf Winemaker Tasting.The tasting will feature 7 wines presented by Jeremy Borg from South Africas Painted Wolf Wines. The emphasis for this tasting is really on the wines although they will be complimented [...]

Take a Break, Grab a Bite, and Share Your StoryIntroducing a new way to connect with others working in Colchester. Step away from work at the end of the week and join us for the Lunchtime Social.Whether you’re running your own venture, part of a team, or just curious about the local business landscape, this [...]

Join Us for a Board Game Demo Event!Battle forge against forest in Ironwood or practice witchcraft in Septima.Learn these exciting games in a friendly, welcoming environment.Our hosts will guide you through the rules. Bring your friends or come solo—there’s always a seat at the table!No experience needed, just a love for games. See you there!

Join us in the café/bar area for a lively, fun and creative evening.Unlike Boozy Brushes, where the subject is a different celebrity every month, now the subject is your furry friend! Doesn’t your pet deserve a tribute?Bring a photo of your pet and Sirena will guide you through an acrylic paint tutorial while entertaining you [...]

Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 26 Apr 2024 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 24 Apr 2024 at 10:00 AM

Join us for a night of all your favourite ABBA hits!

Drongo Records are back in Colchester hosting Takeda. FREE ENTRYSupport TBA.

Ready to get behind the wheel but don’t know where to start? Join us for our Introduction to Driving Workshop—a beginner-friendly session designed to help new drivers feel confident, informed, and prepared for the road ahead.This workshop covers the basics of driving, including road safety, traffic signs, vehicle controls, and what to expect during driving [...]

Free concert on the bandstand, playing 2.30pm - 5.00pm

Free EntryAs part of CODA Colchester's Acoustic Sessions, following Stu Skinner's opener, BearFootSoul - Matt White (ex front man from Swagger, WhiteOut and Matt White & The Emulsions) will tread the boards, serving up a solo acoustic-fuelled heaping helping of authentically soul-powered roots, blues, country, Americana original and classic favourites!Sun Machine will top off the [...]

Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 29 Sep 2023 at 10:00 AMTicketmaster Presale : Wed, 27 Sep 2023 at 10:00 AM

Learn to Rap / MC with industry professionals in this FREE workshop funded by Essex County Council via the Arts and Cultural Fund, Colchester City Council, the Tudwick Foundation and Grassroots Charity.Exclusively for young people aged between 14 & 25.Please email artoftheroadz@gmail.com to book a space.

Come and join the talented Lucy from Pink Parrot Pottery who will help you turn all of your favourite characters into painted ceramic plates!Choose from one of the below character designs upon pre-booking and your chosen character will be pre-drawn, as an outlines for you on to your plate; all ready for you to then [...]

On this one-day course you will learn how to create your own stained glass candle lantern 7cm x 7cm x 9cm high to go over a tea light.Beginners choose from a selection of pre-drawn designs. Intermediate-level students can design their own lantern or choose from a selection of designs provided. Students will have the option [...]

Join us to continue our historical walks around Colchester led by yellowbadge tour guide, Kate.This tour covers the history of Colchester and includes St Botolph's Priory, Tymperlys, Trinity Street Church and the Red Lion Hotel.You will learn about the historic Roman Wall and its many gates, the Roman Circus and witchcraft and plaque in the [...]

Taking place again at COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE, Church Street. Colchester. CO1 1NFWED 28th MAY: 12 Noon-10:30pmTHU 29th MAY: 12 Noon-10:30pmFRI 30th MAY: 12 Noon-10:30pmSAT 31st MAY: 11am-10:30pmRefundable glass deposit.FREE ADMISSION BEFORE 3PM. £3 AFTER 3PM. CAMRA MEMBERS FREE at all times on production of a valid membership card.Real Ale – 80+ Local and NationalCraft KegReal [...]

Join us on the last Thursday of every month at Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom for a night of incredible flavours and craft beer. May is all about the Lamb Dhal Curry... A taste of Sri Lanka, a mildly spiced, aromatic & slightly smokey curry which is perfectly thickened with lentils. Creamy, rich and [...]

TWM Live is excited to present Evy Frearson’s first headline show at Three Wise Monkeys in Colchester on Friday, 30th May. Doors open at 7:30 PM, and tickets are priced at £7.50 plus booking fee.This special night will feature incredible performances from special guests Flores Blue, Nelblu, and Slow Husky, making it a must-see event [...]

Join us at Twisters Bar for a night of indie anthems past and present on Friday 30th MayOur resident DJ Chelsea Paige will be spinning indie dance floor fillers from 9pm till late🍹 Bar and Beer Garden opens at 5pm🎧 DJ from 9pm.🎟️ FREE ENTRY!

Join Diaspora for a night of Irish folk rock music. Playing a mixture of originals culled from their five albums as well as premiering tunes from their new "Family Matters" album, there'll also be a fair few traditional tunes to sing along with, all played in Diaspora's inimitable folk rock style.Diaspora is led by Lee [...]

IBIZA is coming to Colchester!The legendary Judge Jules headlines an unmissable night of club anthems from the party island.Support from DJ Jake Carrington, our very own DJ Enzy and live Sax from the awesome Heather Hoyle.

Catch us live at the awesome coda in Colchester

Get ready for a night of classic rock at Twisters Bar! DJ Rom Atkin will be on hand bringing you an epic night of classic rock anthems, from AC/DC to ZZ top and everything in between. Free Entry all night | Bar Opens 5pm | DJ DJ Rom Atkin from 9pm

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 on the galleries by turning off audio and visuals, whilst providing a sensory [...]