Events

Join us at the Natural History Museum for a special live animal meet and greet. Come and discover a variety of curious creatures (both fluffy and scaly!) as our mobile zoo brings fascinating live animals for you to learn about and interact with.There will be six 45-minute sessions throughout the day at 9:30 AM, 10:45 [...]

Join us for a journey into the fascinating (and sometimes gruesome) world of medieval medicine on 27 October, 10:30 am – 12 pm, or 28 October, 3 – 4:30 pm.Discover how illnesses were diagnosed and treated in the Middle Ages, from curious cures to bizarre beliefs. Explore a display of medical instruments and learn about [...]

Step into the shadows of the past with our Haunted History Family Tour. Designed for families seeking both thrills and education, this spine-chilling journey weaves together the rich history of the castle with eerie tales of ghostly legends and supernatural occurrences. As you wander through the historic building, you’ll uncover stories and historical secrets that [...]

With wolves, witches and goblins, the story unfolds as the audience is invited to become part of the drama. Interactive storyteller Eden Ballantyne has reimagined them for a contemporary audience. Maybe Little Red Riding Hood won't have to wait for the woodcutter to save her? There may be a house of gingerbread, but how well [...]

As the spooky season approaches join your LGBTQ+, Trans, and Disabilities Student Community Officers (SCOs) for an exciting screening of the Rocky Horror Picture Show!Whether you want to dress-up in a themed costume or just come in your comfiest outfit, everyone is welcome to join us as we shiver in antici… pation!It’s sure to be [...]

Join Yorkshire storyteller Eden as he retells some of the darker tales from the old north. Today we see Thor and the Norse gods as heroes, but like a lot of the ancient gods they were full of faults and more human in their anger, jealousy, and spite. Today we present these tales to kids [...]

Following last year’s sell out Colchester Fringe show, The Crunchy Frog Players, Colchester’s leading (only) comedy sketch troupe return with another show of reimagined (and lovingly butchered) iconic sketches and songs, designed to titillate, tantalize, tease and tickle and all with a distinctly local twist. Known for their Pythonesque proclivities and devotion to detail, this [...]

On Monday 27th October, I’ll be coming to Colchester, Essex, as part of my “Inside Me” tour! 🧡✨🌅☀️🧚🏼‍♀️Inspired by the music of Joni Mitchell, The Carpenters, Simon & Garfunkel, and a sprinkle of Sabrina Carpenter, Eleanor Grant presents the “Inside Me" tour, named after her upcoming debut single. Her collection of original songs aim to [...]

Tickets £15.50 / £14.50 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.The Wilderness Yet combines the acclaimed talents of folksinger Rosie Hodgson, traditional fiddler Rowan Piggott, and guitarist-flautist Philippe Barnes. They have earned audiences’ esteem as consummate musicians & singers, weaving an eclectic tapestry of traditional and original songs; a cappella three-part [...]

BOO!Spooky & Gay is a queer horror storytelling cabaret featuring original scary stories, songs and standup performed entirely in the DARK - written & performed by award-winning touring theater artist Bruce Ryan Costella (@BRCostella).Like Goosebumps - only GAYER."I got goosebumps, I laughed (a lot), and I cried — all in one show. Of the performances [...]

In a bunker 3000 miles underground, Captain Handler is bound, blindfolded, and at the mercy of his arch-enemy: The Gecko. Beaten (off) into submission and drained of his superfluids, Captain Handler is doomed to be forever bred by the Gecko. Then Chuck enters... whom Captain Handler forgot his boyfriend invited over to rescue him...Beating (off) [...]

With wolves, witches and goblins, the story unfolds as the audience is invited to become part of the drama. Interactive storyteller Eden Ballantyne has reimagined them for a contemporary audience. Maybe Little Red Riding Hood won't have to wait for the woodcutter to save her? There may be a house of gingerbread, but how well [...]

When plague hits the village of Bottomswort, Gunther is forced to flee. The last thing he expected was a Vampire named Vladd.Be transported to the medieval village of Bottomswort where a vicious plague is racking its residents and a spate of mysterious disappearances have left the town on tenterhooks. Desperate to find salvation, the only [...]

Astrophotographer Nik Szymanek has spent decades capturing the magic of the sky - from distant galaxies to stunning weather phenomena. His Wonders of the Sky presentation showcases rainbows, haloes, storms, and clouds, blending breathtaking images with accessible science.A fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and an award-winning educator, Nik shares his expertise through books, magazines [...]

Thor's A Dick - Viking Legends NOT For Kids is coming to Colchester Fringe, for some classic Viking myths not for the little ones. Join Yorkshire storyteller Eden as he retells some of the darker tales from the old north. Today we see Thor and the Norse gods as heroes, but like a lot of [...]

Join Yorkshire storyteller Eden as he retells some of the darker tales from the old north. Today we see Thor and the Norse gods as heroes, but like a lot of the ancient gods they were full of faults and more human in their anger, jealousy, and spite. Today we present these tales to kids [...]

Join Dr. Abbie Cairns, artist-teacher-researcher, for a six-week course at The Minories designed to spark your creativity and develop your artistic skills. Across six two-hour sessions, you will explore key areas of art and design, including mark making, drawing, colour and tone, and translating 2D ideas into 3D forms.This course is perfect for adults looking [...]

Join us for a spine-tingling adventure at the Castle Spooktacular Family Fun Night! Come dressed in your most creative costumes and enter a world of spooktacular fun! Enjoy a night filled with thrilling games, eerie crafts, and a party bag packed with treats and surprises.As you explore the castle, indulge in spooky refreshments. With activities [...]

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Join Yorkshire storyteller Eden as he retells some of the darker tales from the old north. Today we see Thor and the Norse gods as heroes, but like a lot of the ancient gods they were full of faults and more human in their anger, jealousy, and spite. Today we present these tales to kids [...]

Ever laughed at something you probably shouldn’t have?Don’t worry - that just means you’ve got a great sense of humour... and you’ll fit right in at Confessions of a Comedian, the unfiltered and hilarious Colchester Fringe stand-up comedy show from Vietnamese Australian comedian Thao Cao.This show dives into the awkward, outrageous, and all-too-relatable moments we [...]

Pay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audienceRatty wig girl. Business b*tch. Working momma. Tippy tap tap queen Alice Cockayne is back with an hour of intellectual prophecy. Strap in for a whirlwind of pure nonsense that will leave you thinking about this night for [...]

Three unsetting, bizarre short stories based on dreams/nightmares of the author. Lucia has written for the No Sleep Podcast and some of her stories have been performed on there as audio dramas.VANITY: Perfect: A cosmetic surgeon becomes obssessed with making his wife "perfect".PRIDE: Departures: A high-flying couple head to the airport for a weekend getaway, [...]

In a bunker 3000 miles underground, Captain Handler is bound, blindfolded, and at the mercy of his arch-enemy: The Gecko. Beaten (off) into submission and drained of his superfluids, Captain Handler is doomed to be forever bred by the Gecko. Then Chuck enters... whom Captain Handler forgot his boyfriend invited over to rescue him...Beating (off) [...]

On 30 October, drop in for a Creepy Craft session at either 10:30 AM – 12 PM or 3 – 4:30 PM and let imaginations run wild!Celebrate the spooky season with creative drop-in mask-making fun! Children aged 3 and up can design their own Halloween masks—furry, scaly, sparkly, or spooky. With plenty of materials and [...]

Join us on the last Thursday of every month at Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom for a night of incredible flavours and craft beer. October is all about the Toasted Lamb Madras- A spicy flavourful Indian curry, packed with a punch of heat, aromatic spice blend and a tangy, rich sauce. Sides; red onion [...]

Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun for all ages, with entertainment from The Only Way Is Entertainment!Your ticket includes:- Monster Limbo- Mummy Wrap- Trick-or-treat trail- Cauldron Challenge- Spooky touchy-feely boxes- Prize for the best pumpkin (bring your own pre-decorated pumpkin for a chance to win a 2026 annual pass!)- Goody bag to take [...]

Butterfly Handshake says, 'Come to our spooky gig. Wear costumes and expect some good music and scary vibes with Magistrate( formally Gasoline Green), Samepage band, and more. Expect jazz, experimental music and some hard indie rock with some surprise guests, even some rap funnily enough!

Tickets £8Doors open 6:45pm, start time 7:00pmThis show is for a seated audienceDuration 60 minutesAge Suitability: 18+Nudity, Scenes of a Sexual Nature, Strobe (Very Quick) & Flashing LightsStep inside a world of wonder and get ready to be enchanted by what the Emporium has to offer. A sultry circus of tease, seduction and shimmering acts [...]

When plague hits the village of Bottomswort, Gunther is forced to flee. The last thing he expected was a Vampire named Vladd.Be transported to the medieval village of Bottomswort where a vicious plague is racking its residents and a spate of mysterious disappearances have left the town on tenterhooks. Desperate to find salvation, the only [...]

Shar invites you to Three Wise Monkeys Colchester, for an evening of songs, silliness and bingo.Tickets £5, Doors 7pm, Restaurant floorThis gig takes place on the restaurant floor of Three Wise Monkeys ColchesterAccess – There is no lift to access the restaurant floor of Three Wise Monkeys. There are two short flights of stairs to [...]

The Lexden Crown presents an Old Skool Pen and Paper QuizIts Time to take it back to the Old Skool, with a Pen and Paper style Quiz.Big Jims Old Skool Pub Quiz, fun for all, with 5 themed rounds of quiz fun, including both Audio and Picture rounds and the return of the World famous [...]

As we transform the city's oldest art gallery into a spooky scene straight out of a gothic nightmare, you will have the chance to explore rarely seen places in the building.A spooky host of fun is on offer, including:opening and closing ritualslive music in the Ballroom AND Gothic FollyGhost huntsPumpkin carvingStorytellingAnd moreExperience The Minories as [...]

Don’t miss our end of the month quiz night with @bigjimpubquiz It’s one for everyone with general knowledge, music and lots of fun 🤩 Book a table with our online booking system in our bio or turn up on night £2.50 cash to play… bar open all night and food available. Why not come early [...]

Join Dr. Richard Shepherd, the UK's leading forensic pathologist, as he returns to the stage this Autumn with his captivating new tour, Unnatural Causes – Time of Death. Following his successful 2021 and 2022 tours, Dr. Shepherd invites audiences into the world of forensic investigation, where time is crucial in uncovering the truth behind accidents, [...]

Marcel Kapteijn, is truly a singer’s singer, of world famous pedigree (in the band 'Ten Sharp') who plays a fine 6 or 12 string and sings straight from his soul. Leadsing the 'Raindogs', a threesome who play a bunch of beautiful songs you might have heard on the radio or Spotify. Sander Schuurman, plays the [...]

Drop in and help create a collaborative Colchester Mermaid, inspired by the Fiji mermaid in our Mythical Creatures exhibition! Using clean, recycled materials like cardboard, paper, plastic and textiles, visitors can contribute to the sculpture and even help shape our mermaid’s mythical story. Bring your own safe materials or use what’s provided – everyone’s welcome [...]

Join us for our annual Pumpkin Carving competition!£10 per child includes pumpkin, tools and goody bag.

👻✨ DRAG-O-WEEN at The New Inn! ✨👻This Halloween, we’re turning the pub into a spook-tacular stage for a night of fierce fun, frightful looks, and killer performances.🎃 | Friday 31st October💄 | Drag, music, laughs & plenty of tricks (and treats!)🍹| LIVE MUSIC from covers band, Phoenix Sun💃| Costumes encouraged, £15 bar tab PRIZE up [...]

🎭👻 Monsters Masquerade 👻🎭Step into the shadows where creatures come to play… 🦇🍻 Join us for the ultimate Halloween takeover at No Name Bar and Games.🕸️ Live DJ • Creepy Cocktails •🧟‍♂️ Dance with monsters, mingle with masked mischief, and party ‘til the witching hour.📅 31.10.2025 ⏰ 5pm till late📍No Name Bar and GameCostumes encouraged. [...]

🔥 The news Colchester has been waiting for…Our house is back. Back where we belong.At none other than The Sound House at The Bull—the true home of Our House. 🏠✨Two years ago, circumstances forced us out. But now, the wait is over we’re coming home.And we’re kicking it all off in style—on Halloween night. 🎃👻You [...]

Our House Halloween event in The Soundhouse at The Bull Colchester

BOO!Spooky & Gay is a queer horror storytelling cabaret featuring original scary stories, songs and standup performed entirely in the DARK - written & performed by award-winning touring theater artist Bruce Ryan Costella (@BRCostella).Like Goosebumps - only GAYER."I got goosebumps, I laughed (a lot), and I cried — all in one show. Of the performances [...]

Join us for a Halloween Spooktacular this autumn at Colchester United. Fancy dress is definitely encouraged and our photobooth will be open to capture images of the eerie, the frightful, and the downright terrifying!Doors open from 7.30pm and the night finishes at midnight.This event is open to guests over the age of 18 and if [...]

With new songs added for 2025, get ready for one unforgettable night of ultimate classic rock anthems, brought to life by an incredible live band! Experience thrilling performances of the biggest hits from rock legends like Queen, Metallica, Guns N' Roses, AC/DC, Bon Jovi, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Fleetwood Mac, Def Leppard, and more! This isn’t just [...]

Halloween Special Gothtastic night in the Brewhouse sees DJ Will Bland & DJ Gentleman Jim playing the best stomping GOTH ROCK METAL🖤🤠☠️🫵🧟‍♀️🧟🎧🎚️💿

Time for a spooky, splendid gathering for Halloween. meet up at Romano Lodge,Foundation House, Colchester CO1 1LFDress Code Spooky Steampunk, (optional) There will be a quiz, £2.00 per person. and a costume competition. Food will be available.

Join us for our annual Halloween Party!Free psychic readings“Ghouls in their eyes” compBest dressed comp

- 8pm - Bricklayers Arms- 9pm - Magnet- 10pm - Victoria InnOur regular 'last Friday' pub crawls around Colchester.The route is as follows with approximate times so you can 'hop on' or 'hop off' during the evening. If a pub isn't serving real ale on the night, you can always find us in the next [...]

Join us on Friday 31st October from 8:30pm where we will be holding our annual Halloween Party! Live music from the brilliant Pretty In Pink and all the usual decorations you can also expect!Dressing up isn't compulsory but as usual its FULLY encouraged! Bar staff and band will be of course be making the effort! [...]

V Bar’s famous Zombie Prom is back for 2025 on Friday 31st October hosted at Twisters Bar!We know you’re dying to party so come along. Expect zombie fancy dress, Halloween themed cocktails and drink deals, a kooky, spooky playlist from our resident DJ.Dress to kill and party all night long… and don’t forget, its free [...]

This Halloween, the top floor transforms into a haunted mansion of beats, bass, and bone-chilling vibes! Step inside if you dare…Expect a spine-tingling mashup of house and club anthems as special guest DJs from Roots and Grooves take over the decks, guaranteed to raise the dead onto the dancefloor.In proud association with Colchester Fringe, we’re [...]

Join us for a fun night Halloween special

HALLOWEEN FRIDAY IS GONNA GO OFF!This event WILL sell out—don’t miss your chance!Step inside The Mad Lab this Halloween, where twisted experiments and bubbling potions blur the line between genius and insanity.WHAT TO EXPECT:Full Stage SetupImmersive Venue DécorExclusive Halloween DrinksCO2 CannonsConfettiUV LightsGiveawaysFor one weekend only, the Lab will come alive. Grab your ticket early — [...]

The Annual Book Sale provides a unique opportunity to browse and purchase from a choice of many thousands of books, jigsaws, games CDs, DVDs and Blu-rays.Admission £2.00Under 16s FREE

Artisan Craft Fair, on Saturday 1st November, 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! [...]

The NightFair returns to Colchester this autumn. We've expanded into the beautiful gardens so have even more artists with the finest gothic and alternative art, clothing, décor, jewellery, soft furnishings, ceramics, gifts, candles and of course entomology art.•Open 10am-4pm, Saturday 1st November. The Minories Gallery, 74 High Street, Colchester CO1 1UE• Free entry, children welcome [...]

Be inspired by the stunning regional map featured in our Mythical Creatures exhibition—but look closely, and you’ll notice some curious gaps. Where are the cryptids, legends, and magical beings that roam our local folklore?In this creative workshop, we’ll explore the stories and mythical creatures hidden in the landscape, then design and draw our own imaginative [...]

Halloween: Skate & Scare📅 **Date**: Saturday, 1st November 2025📍 **Location**: Charter Hall, Colchester***NEW: NOW OFFERING LESSONS! £5 for 30 mins. **Session Times**:- 🌿 **Relaxed**: 11 AM - 12 PM- 👨‍👩‍👧 **Family**: 12 PM - 5 PM- 🎉 **Over 14’s**: 7 PM - 11:30 PM🎟️ **Tickets**: £12.50 (Available Now!)⭐️ **4 for 3 offer**👀 **Spectators Tickets £4**🛼 [...]

Halloween: Skate & Scare📅 **Date**: Saturday, 1st November 2025📍 **Location**: Charter Hall, Colchester***NEW: NOW OFFERING LESSONS!*** **Session Times**: - 🌿 **Relaxed**: 11 AM - 12 PM - 👨‍👩‍👧 **Family**: 12 PM - 5 PM - 🎉 **Over 14’s**: 7 PM - 11:30 PM 🎟️ **Tickets**: £12.50 (Available Now!) ⭐️ **4 for 3 offer**👀 **Spectators Tickets [...]

Halloween: Skate & Scare📅 **Date**: Saturday, 1st November 2025📍 **Location**: Charter Hall, Colchester***NEW: NOW OFFERING LESSONS!*** **Session Times**: - 🌿 **Relaxed**: 11 AM - 12 PM - 👨‍👩‍👧 **Family**: 12 PM - 5 PM - 🎉 **Over 14’s**: 7 PM - 11:30 PM 🎟️ **Tickets**: £12.50 (Available Now!) ⭐️ **4 for 3 offer**👀 **Spectators Tickets [...]

Halloween: Skate & Scare📅 **Date**: Saturday, 1st November 2025📍 **Location**: Charter Hall, Colchester***NEW: NOW OFFERING LESSONS!*** **Session Times**: - 🌿 **Relaxed**: 11 AM - 12 PM - 👨‍👩‍👧 **Family**: 12 PM - 5 PM - 🎉 **Over 14’s**: 7 PM - 11:30 PM 🎟️ **Tickets**: £12.50 (Available Now!) ⭐️ **4 for 3 offer**👀 **Spectators Tickets [...]

Ace Comics Gaming Centre Colchester is proud to bring you a YuGiOh! OTS Championship for you to gain qualification to this year's WCQ: Continental Championship.ENTRY FEE : £17.50REGISTRATION TIME FROM 10:30amSTART TIME 11:30AMDECK LISTS AND COSSY IDS WILL BE NEEDED...EVENT DETAILS:Advanced Constructed format, Swiss rounds with no top cut. Standings at the end of Swiss [...]

Star Wars Unlimited Legends Of The Force Store Showdown EventAt a Store Showdown, you are awarded prizes for both participation and placement. This is the most competitive that Casual Play gets, but the focus is still on having fun and learning the game, making this phase the perfect opportunity for someone to dip their toe [...]

Riftbound Origins Release Event We are excited to give you the chance to join in a release event for the new league of legends card game. For this event you will get to choice one of the 3 new structure decks, not only that you will get 2 extra boosters to help improve your deck [...]

Looking to develop your producing skills in theatre?Join us for a Mercury Creatives Producing Masterclass with Ellie Keel, followed by a producers’ networking event.Whether you are new to producing or looking to brush up on new approaches, all experiences welcome.About Ellie KeelEllie Keel is the Sunday Times bestselling author of The Four (HarperCollins), an Olivier [...]

Get ready for a wild, hilarious journey through the chaotic world of online dating in this one-woman cabaret!From the people that brought you Meggie’s Measures in 2023 and My Fanny Valentine: Rebirthed in 2024, Love Me Tinder: Unhinged follows a woman as she navigates the absurd highs and gut-wrenching lows of modern romance - where [...]

Marlene Dietrich, Ute Lemper, La Voix... The cabaret has given rise to some of the most boundary- pushing female performers of the 20th & 21st Centuries. Yet the songwriters behind these performers, those who get remembered, are usually male. No more, we say!Amy J Payne and Anna Pool invite you to a relaxed and intimate [...]

The 80s vs 90s Halloween Day Party is coming to Colchester!🗓️ Saturday 1st November 2025⏰ 3PM - 8PM📍 Trilogy, ColchesterTickets selling fast → https://www.fatsoma.com/e/zznojx7l/la/uei0Get ready to swap your cocktail for a cauldron of spooky sips! 🕷️What to Expect:🎶 Timeless Party Anthems: From throwback classics to modern floor-fillers, our DJs are delivering non-stop Halloween vibes.🍹 Spooky [...]

A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Chris Starky??Stu E Skinner(Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from 2:30pm onwards.This is a family friendly event so younglings are welcome providing they're properly managed.Mics, pa and backline are provided but performers are welcome to bring their own [...]

The 80s vs 90s Halloween Day Party is landing in Colchester! 👻🗓️ Saturday 1st November 2025⏰ 3PM - 8PM📍 Trilogy, ColchesterGet ready to swap your cocktail for a cauldron of spooky sips! 🍸🕷️Join us for a spine-tingling afternoon packed with classic anthems, Halloween hits, and hands-in-the-air energy as we transform the dancefloor into a haunted [...]

🎃 Welcome to the Ultimate Over 30s Daytime Halloween Clubbing Experience!💀Dust off your fangs and unleash your inner ghoul — Over 30s Daytime Clubbing is back with a spine-tingling twist at the iconic Rubix Bar, Saturday, 1st November! Get ready for a frightfully fun day where nostalgia meets neon and monsters mash on the dance [...]

Halloween 🎃 Daytime Monster Mash here at Rubix on Halloween 👻 Saturday! 🎃 2 DJs🎃 Halloween themed Cocktails!🎃 Spooky 👻 Decorations🎃 Giveaways & Games🎃 Biggest Party 🎉 @ Halloween Anthems.🎃 Fancy Dress encouraged!

This is a hard time for you: your loved one just came out as a (gasp) fan fiction writer.How do you respond to that? What will the neighbors think? What is Omega slick, anyway? Don't you worry because fan fic veteran MinaRoseTook (pseudonym) is here to answer all your questions. Join us on an eclectic [...]

This will be an incredibly powerful time of Sister's joining together for an evening of women's empowerment tapping into the energy of Samhain. The evening will be full of love, connection, joy, gratitude and magick.We will journey together, creating a sacred space for us as a group and as individuals to connect with our inner [...]

Following last year’s sell out Colchester Fringe show, The Crunchy Frog Players, Colchester’s leading (only) comedy sketch troupe return with another show of reimagined (and lovingly butchered) iconic sketches and songs, designed to titillate, tantalize, tease and tickle and all with a distinctly local twist. Known for their Pythonesque proclivities and devotion to detail, this [...]

An immersive indoor and outdoor light and sound experience, designed to be explored at your own pace.What to expect:An eco (and ear) -friendly alternative to traditional fireworks, with no loud or unpredictable noises.- Ambient light and sound experience in the garden created by Light Artist Extraordinaire 'The Octopus' and DJ Dansette Dave.- Long-exposure photography drop-in [...]

Three unsetting, bizarre short stories based on dreams/nightmares of the author. Lucia has written for the No Sleep Podcast and some of her stories have been performed on there as audio dramas.VANITY: Perfect: A cosmetic surgeon becomes obssessed with making his wife "perfect".PRIDE: Departures: A high-flying couple head to the airport for a weekend getaway, [...]

The Albion’s annual quiz night is back! Book your team of 4 in at the bar - pre-registration only.

Jason Simmons Comedy Hypnosis: interactive, high-energy entertainment where you take centre stage!Fast-paced, family-friendly, and kind to volunteers—no one is ever made to look silly.“Fantastic act! ... I have never experienced anything like it! Lovely guy, very professional ... extremely entertaining!” — Amelia Howard“The whole audience was captured! ... totally in awe of how clever it [...]

JAR presentsFlowing out of some misty East Anglian estuary, Shed provides a rollercoaster of upbeat, fast-paced story-telling, intertwined with insight and intrigue into everyday life.After selling out multiple venues in their hometown op Ipswich such as The Smokehouse and The Music Room on several occasions, The Bungees made their way to Norwich for pastures green.

Tickets £16.50.Doors open 8pm, show starts 8.30pm.This show is for a seated audience. Fun + filthy poems from someone who knows what they’re doing. If there were any justice he’d be Poet Laureate, or King.After selling out shows across the country with JOY!, Luke Wright is back with a sticky-floored celebration of the ordinary. Here [...]

ADH-DJ Chriss will be with us for Karaoke... Halloween theme... Best Fancy Dressed person that is on our Dance Floor at 11pm will WIN A BOTTLE OF PROSECCO!FREE ENTRYSTUDENT DISCOUNTS

The best of Goth, post-punk, synth-pop and alternative. Swoon to The Cure, bop to Depeche Mode, or Headbang to the Beastie Boys. We've got you covered.Free Entry all night | Bar Opens 5pm | DJ Rom Atkin from 9pm

HR presents: Horn Of The Deadfollowing on from the brutal "skalloween" show last year (Honkwork Orange™) your favourite horny blowin band are back once more for a thrilling festival full of flesh and full-on frenetic fooleryOne night only at Coda - they're playin their most brutal show yet. Featuring skanked up versions of songs from [...]

The hit list great Colchester band.

SINGALONG BRUNCH�� SPOOKY SIPS & SINGALONGS ��This Halloween weekend we’re bringing the vibes to the venue Silk Road Lounge, Colchester ���� Saturday 1st November� Tickets include:� 2 hours of bottomless Prosecco� Delicious food� Games & giveaways� Live entertainment� A 4-hour Afterparty to keep the vibes flowing!November birthdays free with table of 6+ Prize for best [...]

SINGALONG BRUNCH�� SPOOKY SIPS & SINGALONGS ��This Halloween weekend we’re bringing the vibes to the venue Silk Road Lounge, Colchester ���� Saturday 1st November� Tickets include:� 2 hours of bottomless Prosecco� Delicious food� Games & giveaways� Live entertainment� A 4-hour Afterparty to keep the vibes flowing!November birthdays free with table of 6+ Prize for best [...]

The Annual Book Sale provides a unique opportunity to browse and purchase from a choice of many thousands of books, jigsaws, games CDs, DVDs and Blu-rays.Admission £2.00Under 16s FREE

This is a hard time for you: your loved one just came out as a (gasp) fan fiction writer.How do you respond to that? What will the neighbors think? What is Omega slick, anyway? Don't you worry because fan fic veteran MinaRoseTook (pseudonym) is here to answer all your questions. Join us on an eclectic [...]

Join us on the first Sunday of the month for a little calm at Colchester Castle.These sessions are suitable for visitors with ASD, providing an opportunity for them to explore the museum at a quieter time. We aim to minimise sensory stimulation in the galleries by turning off audio and visuals and providing a sensory [...]

In a bunker 3000 miles underground, Captain Handler is bound, blindfolded, and at the mercy of his arch-enemy: The Gecko. Beaten (off) into submission and drained of his superfluids, Captain Handler is doomed to be forever bred by the Gecko. Then Chuck enters... whom Captain Handler forgot his boyfriend invited over to rescue him...Beating (off) [...]

We'll be back at our favourite riverside pub in Rowhedge for some more 'blues in the afternoon'

Step into warmth and exhale. This cosy yin session is your invitation to relax and soften, a gentle somatic practice designed for deep rest, you time, and a feeling of being held when the weather turns cold. Across two unrushed hours you’ll drop out of the busyness of life and into your body, resting in [...]

Join us this Sunday as the guys are back to entertain you all once again on a Sunday afternoon! A chilled three piece acoustic group which play FANTASTICLY together of all the songs you know with their unique twist on it!

Jason Simmons Comedy Hypnosis: interactive, high-energy entertainment where you take centre stage!Fast-paced, family-friendly, and kind to volunteers—no one is ever made to look silly.“Fantastic act! ... I have never experienced anything like it! Lovely guy, very professional ... extremely entertaining!” — Amelia Howard“The whole audience was captured! ... totally in awe of how clever it [...]

The musical talents that are Noel Gander & Gary Choules are back for your listening pleasure.A toe tapping afternoon of blues and a few familiar songs!!Free gig & donations encouraged!!Let's keep live music alive!!

BOO!Spooky & Gay is a queer horror storytelling cabaret featuring original scary stories, songs and standup performed entirely in the DARK - written & performed by award-winning touring theater artist Bruce Ryan Costella (@BRCostella).Like Goosebumps - only GAYER."I got goosebumps, I laughed (a lot), and I cried — all in one show. Of the performances [...]

Everyone welcome to join in or listen.Traditional Folk Jam

🎸🤠 Colchester… Get ready for something BRAND NEW!Introducing 🎵 CLUB COUNTRY SUNDAYS 🎵 — launching2nd November, 7–11pm at Rubix Bar & Nightclub!We’re turning Crouch Street into Nashville with a night of boots, beers, and bangers! 🍻👢🎤 Special live performance from The Essex Boy – TYLER, performing Morgan Wallens biggest hits! 🎧 Plus DJs Jez Durrant [...]

When plague hits the village of Bottomswort, Gunther is forced to flee. The last thing he expected was a Vampire named Vladd.Be transported to the medieval village of Bottomswort where a vicious plague is racking its residents and a spate of mysterious disappearances have left the town on tenterhooks. Desperate to find salvation, the only [...]

✨ Women’s Circle at The Tree Room ✨Held monthly on the first Monday of each MonthDear sisters,You are warmly invited to step into a sacred space—a place where you can exhale, be witnessed, and simply be.Our monthly Women’s Circle at The Tree Room is more than just a gathering. It’s a remembrance. A returning. A [...]

John Lewis-Stempel in conversation with Red Lion Books. John will be signing first edition hardback copies of Night Life At night the senses become reordered. Hearing becomes privileged over vision, and we edge forward arms outstretched, feeling our way through the inky blackness. It is after dark that the human being becomes more ‘animal’, more [...]

⭐️TANGO FUNDAMENTALS LESSON 7-8pm in The Small Hall, Marks Tey Parish Hall.⭐️Come and learn all-important tango basics before practising them in the practica! Beginners welcome! ☺️Teachers: Robert, Lorraine, Paul and Delia. 📅Date: Monday 3rd November⏰Time: 7.00-8.00pm📍Venue: The Small Hall, Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London Road, Marks Tey, CO6 1EJ🚗Large free car park at the [...]

Tickets £16.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.Jon is a much admired finger-picking folk guitarist and singer in the Martin Carthy/Martin Simpson vein. His upcoming 5th solo album (due out Autumn 2025) promises an absorbing blend of historical richness, trad influences and Jon's own sublime song writing.'Wilks proves once again what [...]

⭐️👀 Another chance to dance more tango in Colchester! 👀⭐️An informal and friendly pop-up practica on MONDAY 3rd NOVEMBER at Marks Tey Parish Hall. Come and practise some tango in a casual friendly environment with help available for any tango queries. Beginners always welcome! ☺️👍📅Date: Monday 3rd November⏰Time: 8.15-10.15pm📍Venue: Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London [...]

How much fun is Lucy Moo?Create your very own one to take home Give Pink Parrot Pottery a huge welcome and book on to Lucy Moo!Its a lovely venue with lots of car parking on site.You also get a soft drink included.Have a very a-moo-zing time and create whether you think you can paint or [...]

Appraisal by Peter Norris AFIAP DPAGB BPE3*Header Image: Sumac Leaves Cyanotype - Katherine Bailey

We're open on Museum Admission days for visitors to look around our 10 acre site from 10:00 to 16:00.Have a look around our Station buildings, Signal boxes (where you can pull the levers and view the signalling equipment), Working Restoration Shed (where you can see exhibits being repaired), Goods Shed, Heritage Display Room for Displays [...]

We will be holding a small firework display, with our kitchen team providing some hot chocolate and other treats!

🎆✨ King Coel’s Kittens Firework Spectacular 2025 ✨🎆The wait is over – tickets are ON SALE NOW! 🎟️🔥Join us for Colchester’s BIGGEST fireworks display at Castle Park this 5th November!📅 Date: Wednesday 5th November 2025⏰ Gates Open: 5:30 PM📍 Location: Castle Park, ColchesterExpect an unforgettable night of dazzling fireworks, family fun, and a spectacular atmosphere [...]

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 [...]

Kick off your next season of Star Wars™: Unlimited and join in our pre-release for Star Wars Unlimited. We will be running this event using the official pre-release kits/boxes so everything you need is with in the box, so no need to bring anything else along with you.Whats in the box?Players will receive a pre-release [...]

Following two sell-out tours of their hugely successful Two Pints podcast Will Mellor and Ralf Little are hitting the road again with their laugh-out-loud banter for the brand-new November Nonsense: Two Pints Podcast Live tourMost recently seen on TV screens together sharing their comedic adventures in Will and Ralf Should Know Better, the pair continue [...]

Energy levels are always high at Brewkulele, Essex’s biggest and best Ukulele singalong. Come and see for yourself what all the fuss is about!

🔥 The Real Fireworks are at 3 Wise Monkeys This November 5th! 🔥Tired of standing in a damp field on Bonfire Night? If you want to avoid the predictable whizzes and bangs and see some real comedy sparks fly, we've got the perfect alternative to light up your evening!Join us at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester, [...]

Wed 5th to Sat 8th NovemberOur Walk Through the World By Ross HowardHeadgate Theatre ProductionsFirst performed in London in 2013, Our Walk Through the World is a collection of six short plays exploring the absurdities, tragedies and small victories of modern life. Dark, irreverent and very funny. “This play is the real deal... always bracingly [...]

Pay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audienceIn a pristinely manicured garden, amidst the bucolic borders, lurk two shameful pests. These horny slimeballs just want to chomp, chew, spit, live, lust and die freely in an ever more hostile home.50 Ways To Kill A Slug [...]

Join us for our monthly Scratch Night, at the Lakeside Theatre bar!Whether you’re a performer or an audience member, join us for a lively evening with a café full of friendly people.Our compère will be the amazing Alice K Stephens!There’s no theme and work in all stages of development are welcome, think Open Mic Night, [...]

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 [...]

The popularity of Romantic fiction is booming at the moment. We are delighted to have a return visit from Julie Haworth. This time she will be joined by Carrie Walker and the evening will be hosted by Christine Penhall.Julie's new novel follows Bea's attempts to to fulfil her dream of owning a mobile bookshop while [...]

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!THE LEGEND OF THE SEVEN GOLDEN VAMPIRESThe highly original [...]

Fireworks display at the Silver Oyster Colchester. Food, sparklers, drinks and an amazing pyrotechnic display. Adults £8, Children £6 or Family Tickets (2 adults & 2 Children) £25. Doors open at 17:30 for 19:00 start.

New for 2025 we welcome an exciting addition to our events programme. Join us in our function suite for a delicious 2-course meal and show as we celebrate the music of Luther Vandross this autumn!From "Never Too Much," to "Dance with My Father," to "Here and Now," our talented Tribute act will take our audience [...]

Join us for an excitingas we celebrate the release of She’s In Parties’ new EP, “ARE YOU DREAMING,”They will be performing two special shows at Threewise Monkeys Colchester, where you can immerse yourself in the fresh sounds of their latest EP alongside beloved classics.Ticket Information:– General Admission: £12 + booking fee– Vinyl and a ticket [...]

Tickets £15.50/ £13.50 concessions.Doors open 8pm, show starts 8.30pm.This show is for a seated audience.Come on in for a riotous night of laughter where the bar will be open throughout.We get all the big names of comedy on their way up - Eddie Izzard, Billy Bailey, Jimmy Carr and Michael McIntyre have all appeared at [...]

NOW FREE ENTRY NOT TO BE MISSED! An epic night of proper heavy metal from locals Reverent Son, Norwich based Uridium and London based War Grave.

The Bobemeister is back on the stage!😀 He will be playing a crazy selection of 70s and 80s and 90s rock, Soul and Electronic tunes for afabulous night for you and him at The Brewhouse. Requests welcome! Starts at 8pm

Lantern Project 2025Join us for this free family family-friendly workshop, where you will be guided through the process of making a beautiful willow lantern with professional artist and maker, Katie Kennedy.After the workshop, you will be able to take your new creation home to enjoy. However, we would also like all workshop participants to join [...]

Come and weave a willow star with lightsat The Lexden Crown either a hot beverage & cake or one of the following delicious lunches:Homemade Fish Pie & Garden PeasHomemade Chilli Con Carne & Rice orVegan Burger & Sweet Potato Fries£52.50ppAll materials provided and no experience required.Email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.ukto book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) [...]

Whispers In The Wising Well is finally with us and what a set it looks like. Some stunning cards and new key words to up the game. This will have something for everyone & once again we will be running our release event as a sealed trove event. So unlike sealed that gives you 6 [...]

Kick off your next season of Star Wars™: Unlimited and join in our pre-release for Star Wars Unlimited. We will be running this event using the official pre-release kits/boxes so everything you need is with in the box, so no need to bring anything else along with you.Whats in the box?Players will receive a pre-release [...]

Come and make a your own Christmas cards at The Lexden Crown. Choose from a lunch or hot beverage and cake. Lunch choices:Fish pie & garden peasChilli con carne & rice Vegan burger & sweet potato friesAll materials provided and no experience required.You can book your place via our website or Eventbrite (fees apply) or [...]

A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Adam Moore??Stu E Skinner(Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from 2:30pm onwards.This is a family friendly event so younglings are welcome providing they're properly managed.Mics, pa and backline are provided but performers are welcome to bring their own [...]

The Colchester Arts Centre Youth Board are extremely excited to officially announce Mixed Frequencies!There’s an awesome lineup (order not confirmed) of acts: Josef Harley, Kino Zolte, Pulse, Syncopate, and The Enquiries 🎸🥁This is another charity event this time for the mayor’s charity which consists of: The underdog crew, level best enterprises, open road, the Colchester [...]

We’re thrilled to be taking part in a charity event alongside some incredible local bands, with the support of the Mayor’s Charities the event brings together amazing organisations including:The Underdog CrewLevel Best EnterprisesOpen RoadThe Colchester Food BankNot Forgotten CharityIt’s set to be a fantastic evening of music, community, and fun. We’d love for you to [...]

Join us for an excitingas we celebrate the release of She’s In Parties’ new EP, “ARE YOU DREAMING,”They will be performing two special shows at Threewise Monkeys Colchester, where you can immerse yourself in the fresh sounds of their latest EP alongside beloved classics.Ticket Information:– General Admission: £12 + booking fee– Vinyl and a ticket [...]

Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Mon, 28 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM

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Run by our Christmas Crafts expert, Jen Rowley, spend a relaxing couple of hours painting and personalising Christmas candles. The perfect gift or just a winter treat to get you in the mood for the upcoming festive period.

Run by our Christmas Crafts expert, Jen Rowley, spend a relaxing couple of hours painting and personalising Christmas candles. The perfect gift or just a winter treat to get you in the mood for the upcoming festive period.All materials provides, suitable for beginners.Book Via the link below - https://www.theminories.org/event/christmas-workshop-festive-flames

Want your Christmas to be truly unique this? Join Jen Rowley for a relaxing two-hour workshop, where you design and paint candles that will make your Christmas a truly personal one.All materials provides, suitable for beginners.Book Via the link below - https://www.theminories.org/event/christmas-workshop-candle-decorating

Personalise a Christmas stocking with our Christmas Craft expert, Jen Rowley. We supply everything, just come along for a relaxing couple of hours and craft away.

Personalise a Christmas stocking with our Christmas Craft expert, Jen Rowley. We supply everything, just come along for a relaxing couple of hours and craft away.All materials provides, suitable for beginners.Book Via the link below - https://www.theminories.org/event/christmas-workshop-personalised-stocking

Disjunction fronted by Theo Williams (bass & vocals), with Kai Van Sickle on guitar and Ned Boggis on drums, are a three-piece hard rock powerhouse. Their sound fuses the raw grit of 90s and 00s grunge, punk, and metal into something fresh and original. Expect thunderous riffs, dynamic originals, and covers that hit just right. [...]

Tickets £28.50.Doors open 6.30pm, starts 7pm.This gig is for a standing audience.At last - the double header we've been dreaming of!HENGE and GONG will be performing as joint headliners on the Sounds of the Cosmos Tour, sharing equal billing across all dates. To keep things exciting, the order of performance will alternate from show to [...]

Take the finest exponents of their native Scottish fiddle styles, the finest backing in folk music, and some of the Highlands and Islands’ famed warmth and craic… distil for over 25 years, and you get Blazin’ Fiddles! One of the most lauded and best-loved acts of the Scottish music scene, from the moment the multi [...]

Join us on Tuesday 11th November for our Festive Wine & Food Pairing Evening. Explore wines for Christmas as we take you through four-courses of seasonally inspired food and wine at Three Wise Monkeys - in collaboration with independent and local wine merchants and suppliers, Street Wines.Hosted by Charlie Rogers and Founder of Street Wines, [...]

Following the success of last season's compelling ‘The Little Print Show’, Jonathan returns with another inspiring talk that showcases his expertise, creativity and unique vision. In Me, Myself, and Eye, Jonathan will share a curated selection of images from his personal projects, delving into the stories, concepts and inspiration that drive his artistic process. Guiding [...]

7-9 pm, the second Wednesday of each month.Come and join us for an indulgent singing retreat on the second Wednesday of each month at Patch Cafe in Colchester City centre. This event is open to anyone who wants to find their singing voice, regardless of experience or ability. We connect through simple, mindful songs that [...]

Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 6 Dec 2024 at 10:00 AM

It's Open Mic Night!Bring yourself... or send your friends in place of you.... or come with your friends and get involved.Bring your instruments or borrow mine (Guitar, Piano, Cajon & Mics provided).*We run a sign up board & work through the names in order & attendance prioritising those who arrive before 9.*The sign up board [...]

Test your general knowledge at the first ever Victoria Inn General Knowledge Quiz, and help raise money for an incredible cause!- £3 a head entry (CASH ONLY)- Maximum 4 to a team- Outside food & dogs welcome - Book on 01206 514510Please bring the number of people you book for, and if you book and [...]

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 [...]

The Larks say, 'Our next gig is at the fabulous Queen Street Brewhouse, Colchester. We are excited to share a stage with the mighty Flight, whose powerful rock will be a satisfying main dish to our Contemporary Folkstarter.Lots to love and something for everyone 🙂'

Whether you're taking your first steps into Magic, finishing up your Standard deck, or diving deep into Modern, Commander, and more—Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender is here, come play and pick up this set early.Avatar The Last Airbender Prerelease is coming and we will be running 3 pre-release events for this set new [...]

🎨✨ COLCHESTER — we’re coming for you! ✨🎨Join us for our FIRST EVER Sip & Paint event in town — and it’s going to be a good one! 🍷💖Get creative with a night of glass painting, giggles, and good vibes at The Fat Cat, Colchester on 14.11.25 (7–9PM).Your ticket includes:🍓 A welcome drink🎨 All painting [...]

Maybe you’ve lost your marbles… Or maybe you’ve found the most transformative piece of theatre that you’ll see this year. Probably both. Nominated for a London Pub Theatres award in its debut run, ‘funeral teeth’ promises a night of chaos.What and who are we allowed to grieve? And does that really matter?Loss is the only [...]

Join us at the Jobserve Community Stadium for the next in our series of fabulous party nights!This time it's the 1990s' turn in the spotlight. Our House DJ will be playing all the best tunes from the decade that brought us Buffalo platforms and bucket hats!Our Magic Mirror photo booth will be open, and fancy [...]

Waiting For Wisdom 2025 tour Following the release of his tenth studio album, Waiting ForWisdom, Gaz Brookfield takes to the road once more. Folk/Punk festival favourite, Brookfield has been at this for a while now. Since winning Acoustic Magazine Singer/Songwriter of the year way back in 2010 he has continued to tirelessly tour the length [...]

Tickets £21.50.Doors open 7.30pm.This gig is for a standing audience.Roll over Beethoven, because the greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne's Electric Light Orchestra is here! In an all live show featuring soaring strings, striking vocal harmonies and playing all the much loved songs from ELO's hit-filled library including Evil Woman, Telephone Line and Don't Bring Me [...]

Book in for a meal then enjoy a great night of entertainment with stiff in the morning.

Make your own Christmas cards with our festive craft expert, Jen Rowley. Design and print a series of cards - so much nicer than shop bought. All materials provided.

Make your own Christmas cards with our festive craft expert, Jen Rowley. Design and print a series of cards - so much nicer than shop bought. All materials provided,suitable for beginners.Book Via the link below - https://www.theminories.org/event/christmas-workshop-lino-printing-christmas-cards

Something a little different to a Christmas wreath - make your own willow star! Whether it be for your front door, inside or as a gift these stars are fun to make and look fabulous.

Tickets £7 / £6 concessions. Family Ticket (admits 4) £22.Doors open 11am, show starts 11.30am.This show is for a seated audience.A small puppet show about big things for all ages. Meet Grey. Our journey begins as Grey finds themself trapped inside a jar. They try to remember how they got there and how they could [...]

Whether you're taking your first steps into Magic, finishing up your Standard deck, or diving deep into Modern, Commander, and more—Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender is here, come play and pick up this set early.Avatar The Last Airbender Prerelease is coming and we will be running 3 pre-release events for this set new [...]

Weave a large willow star with lightsSomething a little different to a Christmas wreath - make your own willow star! Whether it be for your front door, inside or as a gift these stars are fun to make and look fabulous.All materials provided,suitable for beginners.Book Via the link below - https://www.theminories.org/event/christmas-workshop-willow-star-weaving

Tickets £10.Doors open 2pm, finishes 6pm.This event is for a standing audience.Featuring legendary Colchester DJs BEN HOWARD & SAM LEPPARDExpect 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 [...]

The ABBA Day Party is coming to Colchester! 💃🕺🗓️ Saturday 15th November 2025⏰ 3PM - 8PM📍 Trilogy, Colchester Book Here → https://www.fatsoma.com/e/fydgg8o7/la/exd4Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers! 🎉Get ready for a glitter-filled afternoon of pure pop perfection as we celebrate the iconic music of ABBA! Whether you're a lifelong fan or just love a [...]

A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Jake Cheek (Duo)??Stu E Skinner(Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from 2:30pm onwards.This is a family friendly event so younglings are welcome providing they're properly managed.Mics, pa and backline are provided but performers are welcome to bring their [...]

Come and make a fresh Christmas wreath at The Minories .All materials provided and no experience required. Please feel free to bring any extra foliage or decorations.Includes hot beverages and mince pies£42.50pp classic round wreath£49.50pp star shaped wreathEmail info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or eventbrite (fees apply)https://www.thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk/event-details/christmas-wreath-making-workshop-9

COLCHESTER, IT'S TIME TO CAUSE A COMMOTION ONCE AGAIN!!!COMMOTION FEST is back for 2025 featuring some of the best Essex rock and metal bands on the scene and rounded off again by two amazing out of town bands!The bands ready to cause a commotion in 2025 are:APOLLO (https://facebook.com/weareapolloband)DIVIDED KINGDOM (https://facebook.com/dividedkingdomband)GOAT MONSOON (https://facebook.com/goatmonsoon)DISMANIBUS (https://facebook.com/dismanibus)FATES MESSENGER (https://facebook.com/fatesmessenger666)KNOCKED [...]

👉 Tickets https://tinyurl.com/candlt-the-best-of-hans-zim-46⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Essex. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Colchester Town Hall - Moot Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.General Info📍 Venue: Colchester Town Hall - Moot Hall📅 [...]

Door Time: 18:30Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 1 Nov 2024 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 30 Oct 2024 at 10:00 AMLive Nation Presale : Thu, 31 Oct 2024 at 10:00 AM

Fatal Fractures is a hardcore punk band from Norway that kicked off in the heart of the pandemic in 2020. They play high-energy punk, blended with hardcore and heavy metal riffs. Heavily inspired by bands like Gallows, Turnstile, and Cancer Bats, you can expect an intense and loud live show. This November, they’re bringing that [...]

Ghost Hunt dating back to 1100s Colchester Moot Hall now Colchester Town Hall has been the centre of justice for over 800 yearsGhost Hunts are an extremely rare occurrence at this iconic building in the heart of the oldest town in England and Haunting Nights have now been granted access to areas not open to [...]

Come and make a fresh start Christmas wreath at The Minories .All materials provided and no experience required. Please feel free to bring any extra foliage or decorations.Includes hot beverages and Christmassy treats.£42.50pp classic round wreath£49.50pp star shaped wreathhttps://www.thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk/event-details/christmas-wreath-making-workshop-10

Time to get creative with our Christmas Craft expert, Jen Rowley. We provide all the materials - you just need to bring some ideas as you make decorations or personalised messages with wool.

Time to get creative with our Christmas Craft expert, Jen Rowley. We provide all the materials - you just need to bring some ideas as you make decorations or personalised messages with wool.All materials provided,suitable for beginners.Book Via the link below - https://www.theminories.org/event/christmas-workshop-wool-decoration-making

For those of looking for a unique, handmade gift for a loved one over Christmas, look no more. Spend the afternoon with our crafting expert, Jen Rowley, hand stitching a beautiful and unique notebook.

For those of looking for a unique, handmade gift for a loved one over Christmas, look no more. Spend the afternoon with our crafting expert, Jen Rowley, hand stitching a beautiful and unique notebook.All materials provided,suitable for beginners.Book Via the link below - https://www.theminories.org/event/christmas-workshop-make-a-notebook

My Mate Dave: A distinctive, lively, music hall folk sound. Female fronted. Banjo, uke, fiddle & fluteKel - Banjo and VoiceClaire- Uke and VoiceAly- Fiddle and VoiceMatt- Flute and VoiceCome and join us at the fantastic Victoria Inn!

Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music as Dean Frost takes the stage for his first-ever headline show with a full band!Joining the lineup are some incredible talents:The Rabbitts – Norfolk’s finest folk duo, bringing their enchanting harmonies and storytelling to Colchester for the first time.Jack Walsh – Kicking off the night with [...]

Tickets £12 / £10 ConcessionsDoors open 7pm, show starts 7:30pm.This event is for a seated audience.I Need to Cher returns for a one-off Christmas special at Colchester Arts Centre - Chermas.Join Cher* as she leads you on her TeD talk on the 5 lessons of Chermas. Adorned amidst a Christmas cracker of Chers & Cher [...]

FolkTickets £15 / £14 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience.“One of the virtuoso instrumentalists of the English music scene... sounds better than ever" **** The GuardianOne of England’s most revered folk performers, widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, Martin's interpretations of [...]

Our next social will be an evening event at Dice and a Slice and we will be joined by some special guests!Please come along and meet our new chair, Joanne Ooi. Joanne is really excited to meet members of Colchester's creative network and would love to hear what you need from us as an organisation, [...]

Tickets £21.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience.The Primitives emerged from the UK independent music scene of the mid-1980s with a sound that distilled the shimmering guitar chime of The Byrds, the buzzsaw style of The Ramones and 60's girl group melodies into two-and-a-half-minute pop gems.After topping the indie singles chart [...]

Appraisal by Jackie Gilman-Dace CPAGB BPE2*Header Image: Seeking Enlightenment - Kate Jackson

Come and make a fresh Christmas wreath at The Alma with a Hot Beverage and Cake or lunch.Choice of the following delicious lunches:Fish & chipsBraised bavette, horseradish mash, bacon savoy cabbage and red wine jusChickpea tagine, couscous and saladAll materials provided and no experience required.Email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk to book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) [...]

Join us on Wednesday 19th November for our Other Monkey Brewing Tasting Experience!Spend the evening exploring a curated range of Other Monkey Brewing beer, expertly paired with delicious dishes designed to complement the bold and refreshing flavours of each beer. Expect great food, great beer, a bit of trivia, and a lot of fun.Tickets online [...]

Whether you're taking your first steps into Magic, finishing up your Standard deck, or diving deep into Modern, Commander, and more—Magic: The Gathering Avatar The Last Airbender is here, come play and pick up this set early.Avatar The Last Airbender Prerelease is coming and we will be running 3 pre-release events for this set new [...]

Easy Virtue By Noel CowardPlatform Musicals & PlaysWhen young John Whittaker announces he is bringing home his new bride, his snobbish mother and sisters are delighted... until they meet her! A sophisticated older woman with a scandalous past, a battle of wills ensues in this sharp expose of social hypocrisy. Written with Noel Coward’s signature [...]

Pay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audienceMushroom Language: A Fungal GothicThey eat nappiesThey eat toothbrushesThey eat bombsThey eat newspapers about how the world will end…a species running slowly in parallel preaching change silently digesting muck into matter and back again.Mushroom Language: A Fungal Gothic [...]

Join us for Mercury Reads a series of lively rehearsed readings celebrating local voices and fresh new writing. Each event spotlights an exciting playwright from our region, giving audiences the chance to see new stories take shape for the very first time.In this session, join us in the Café Bar on Thu 20 Nov at [...]

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 [...]

The Live and Let Live brings Quizzing back and refreshed, its time to get Quizzical with Big Jim and the world famous Intreractive Quiz Experiance at Camea Cider Pub of the Year 23Quiz starts at 8pm 60 General Knowledge Quesions including Bonus Questions and a chance to Play the Quizzy 8 for the top 8 [...]

SIMON CRAZE and SUZY CRAMER in back to back largely original song mode at their favourite haunting ground aka QUEEN ST BREWHOUSE.They are very likely to be wearing Green.

Tickets £19.50 / £18.50 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience.Duration 120 minutes with interval.Zimbabwean born singer, musician and storyteller Anna Mudeka tells the remarkable life story of an iconic South African singer, songwriter and civil rights activist, Miriam Makeba, charting her rise from the townships of Johannesburg to global star, [...]

SIMON CRAZE and SUZY CRAMER in back to back largely original song mode at their favourite haunting ground aka QUEEN ST BREWHOUSE.They are very likely to be wearing Green.

Get ready to rewind time and hit the dance floor as DJ PressPlay takes you on a sonic journey back to the electrifying 1980s! Join us for a night packed with neon lights, retro vibes, and all the synth-driven anthems that defined a generation. From Madonna to Michael, Prince to The Police, DJ PressPlay will [...]

Myopia return to the stage with support from our very good friends Shed and Charcoal.

Join us for a deliciously local journey through East Anglia’s finest flavours. This tasting experience brings together six carefully selected wines from across the region, each paired with an artisanal East Anglian cheese chosen to complement and enhance its character.From elegant sparkling wine, to beautiful smooth reds, you'll discover the diversity and quality of our [...]

Craig Gould & The Noble ThievesCraig Gould’s music combines honest, emotional storytelling with the timeless sounds of americana, folk, country and blues. His debut album, Songs from the Campfire, earned critical acclaim, drawing comparisons to icons like Cat Stevens, Leonard Cohen, and Fleetwood Mac.Released to widespread praise, the record charted in the Top 20 of [...]

I’m Every Whitney LIVEKieshia brings an incredible tribute to the late, great Whitney Houston with her fantastic ‘Million Dollar Band’.Her show is shared up and down the country and brings Whitney’s greatest hits from ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’ and ‘So Emotional’ to ‘Greatest Love of All’ and ‘I Will Always Love You’.Kieshia’s shows encourage [...]

This is your chance to get a SNEEK PEEK of this brand new production for 2026, starting its theatre tour in 2026 an outstanding tribute to one of the most iconic Blues and Rock guitarists of all time! Forever Clapton is a fully LIVE 6 piece showband that along with audio-visual displays tells the story [...]

We fancied a road trip 🚗 we’ll see you in November, Brightlingsea! We’ll be heading out as a four piece with some new tunes in the bag & we can’t wait to see you there. Tickets:https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/94903

Bring along your unwanted clean clothes, shoes and accessories (womens’, mens’ and childrens’) that you have no further use for and enjoy swapping them for items that you will use. De-clutter your wardrobe and swap it for a new look!Drop off your items from 9.45am - 10.15amSwappers and non swappers can arrive 10.45am - 12 [...]

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 [...]

🎄 Save the Date🎄Our Christmas event returns on Saturday 22nd November, so be sure to mark the date in your planner!Expect everything from home décor, jewellery and beauty products to textiles and one-of-a-kind Christmas presents.For more updates and news, follow our main page @langhamhandmadefair or visit www.langhamhandmadefair.co.ukIt’s the perfect chance to find something special for [...]

Join us at Culver Square on 22nd November, 10am – 7:30pm for a festive day out before the town Christmas light switch on.Enjoy dance performances from local schools, live entertainment, and browse 12 local stalls selling gifts, treats, drinks, and more:Sweet Delights Milson Rose Gifts & Events Bobbin Along SandSJewellery Essex Sparkle HolsBakes Once Upon [...]

A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Erin's Grove??Stu E Skinner(Hosting)Event Info:A weekly event featuring 3 to 5 acts performing live acoustic sets between 3-5:30pm.Hot & cold beverages served from 2:30pm onwards.This is a family friendly event so younglings are welcome providing they're properly managed.Mics, pa and backline are provided but performers are welcome to bring their own [...]

Multiple venues. One wristband. One very special day of rock & roll!For one very special day, Colchester city centre will come alive with an incredible line-up across multiple independent venues — all accessible with just one wristband. Expect raw energy, packed rooms and an atmosphere like no other, as artists unite to play more, and [...]

Christmas wreath making workshop, all profits will go to St. Helena Hospice, Colchester who looked after my Mum, Anne Rowley. Saturday 22nd November 7pmAt the workshop you will make and decorate a fresh Christmas wreath, a hot beverage and mince pie includes. All materials will be provided. Soft drinks and snacks can be purchased. Feel [...]

Back by popular demand!!!An evening of sampling some of Essexs finest spirits.£20 a ticket and includes several drinks and food from the Church Street Deli.See staff for details and tickets, limited to 30 places so get booked in to avoid disappointment.

Join us for an evocative evening of quintessentially English music, featuring beloved works by Holst, Vaughan Williams, Walton, and Elgar. From the pastoral charm of Fantasia on Greensleeves and the English Folk Song Suite to the stately elegance of Warlock’s Capriol Suite, this programme celebrates the rich musical heritage of England.Whether it’s the lyrical beauty [...]

📣📣📣📣 Chorus Iceni next event will be …Saturday 22nd November in Ardleigh!! Tickets available Now!! Do come along for a special evening of women’s beautiful voices including guest singer Alice Pescott Frost!!💜💜💜💜

Time to get creative with our Christmas Craft expert, Jen Rowley. Make some stunning paper stars that add a different layer to the rest of the decorations. A perfect pre-Christmas activity with a friend and mince pie!All materials provides, suitable for beginners.Book Via the link below - https://www.theminories.org/event/christmas-workshop-seeing-stars

Time to get creative with our Christmas Craft expert, Jen Rowley. Make some stunning paper stars that add a different layer to the rest of the decorations. A perfect pre-Christmas activity with a friend and mince pie!

A morning of poetry with Robin Ince (TICKET ONLY or BOOK & TICKET options Email us@redlionbooks.co.uk for information or go to www.redlionbooks.co.uk/eventsSunday, 23rd November 2025, 11am at the wheelchair accessible venue Colchester Arts Centre.Raising awareness and funds for Colchester SamaritansTwo ticketing options£20 ticket includes signed copy of the poetry collection book, ICE CREAM FOR A [...]

Make a festive decoration with embroidery with our Festive Craft expert, Jen Rowley. All materials included - just come along for a relaxing two hours and get crafting.Suitable for beginners.Book Via the link below - https://www.theminories.org/event/christmas-workshop-decoration-embroidery

Make a festive decoration with embroidery with our Festive Craft expert, Jen Rowley. All materials included - just come along for a relaxing two hours and get crafting.

🍂The Tango Zone team is delighted to invite you to an AUTUMN TEA DANCE on SUNDAY 23rd NOVEMBER at Marks Tey Parish Hall, just outside Colchester. 🍂🍁Dance to TRADITIONAL tango music from our DJ Paul. Music will be in tandas of three with cortinas. There may be one or two surprise tandas! 🥳 Everyone welcome [...]

Learn to DJ 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 make a gorgeous Christmas wreath at the Romano Lounge! £42.50 including a soft drink and cakeAll materials included and no experience necessary.Email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or eventbrite (fees apply)https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1473714603049?aff=oddtdtcreator

Celebrated original Generation X drummer Mark Laff returns with XGENERATIONX for a UK tour in November 2025.Generation X were an English punk rock band, formed in London in 1976. They were the musical starting point of the career of their frontman Billy Idol and issued six singles that made the UK singles chart and two [...]

We will be at Colchester Folk Club/Colchester Arts Centre on Monday 24th November. Thanks to Elaine and Staff for asking us back! Hope to see you there. Photo by Harry Scott

Come and make a gorgeous Christmas wreath at the Romano Lounge! £42.50 including a soft drink and cakeAll materials included and no experience necessary.Email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or eventbrite (fees apply)https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1473726047279?aff=oddtdtcreator

Naomi invites us to join her on a stunning photographic journey through two of her favourite African destinations: the iconic Maasai Mara and the captivating landscapes of Southern Tanzania. Through her lens, she captures breathtaking images of wildlife thriving in their natural habitats - majestic creatures roaming freely across vast plains and vibrant birds soaring [...]

Join us for a Writing Workshop Series led by the talented Alice K Stephens, designed to guide you through every step of developing your own fringe theatre show.Across five sessions in the Lakeside Theatre Studio, Alice will guide you through how to create your own fringe theatre show. From the first idea to the finished [...]

Join us for an evening of Wargaming! Be it Warhammer 40k, Age of Sigmar, Necromunda, Battletech, Kill Team, Warcry or ANY wargame you like! Bring your armies, some terrain if you have it and get involved!£5 to play!

Join us in the Lakeside Theatre Main House for the Homegrown production, Refusal, by Elena Botts. Elena is an artist and researcher at the University of Essex.Across sound, glitch, refuse, moving image, sculpture, performance, and animation, this one-night show offers fragmentation as refusal of normative narrative regimes of spectacle.This is a participatory gathering: the showcase [...]

Come and make a fresh Christmas wreath at The Lexden Crown followed by a choice of the following delicious dinner:Chicken and Mushroom Pie & MashScampi and FriesThai Vegetable Curry & Rice£52.50ppAll materials provided and no experience required.Email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.ukto book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or via eventbrite or our website (fees apply)https://www.thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk/event-details/wreath-making-workshop-with-dinner

Pay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audienceTHIS is NOT a show about mental health. THIS is a DISORDER.We’re just joking...We’re HALF joking...We’re BORDERLINE joking.Have we rehearsed it? No comment.Have we written it? It depends.Is there a script? Ugh.But it is a comedy, right? A [...]

FILMTickets £10.Doors open 5.30pm, starts 6pm.This show is for a seated audience.Join us at Colchester Arts Centre for the Underdog Crew Annual Showcase! Supporting Autism and ADHD through breaking down creative barriers and celebrating the brilliance within neuro diversity.Get ready for a night of pure inspiration as our members and special guests poke a thumb [...]

Booking info at bottom of this post. Thursday 27th November 7.30pm to 9.30pm - back at Wivenhoe Bowls Club - doors 7pm (please use Woodland Way entrance)Top notch live stand-up comedy from Paul Ricketts"material is smart as well as funny" THE SCOTSMAN "weird and wonderful... should be given his own TV show" THE STAGE"distinctive and [...]

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland. After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories [...]

The Lexden Crown presents an Old Skool Pen and Paper QuizIts Time to take it back to the Old Skool, with a Pen and Paper style Quiz.Big Jims Old Skool Pub Quiz, fun for all, with 5 themed rounds of quiz fun, including both Audio and Picture rounds and the return of the World famous [...]

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 [...]

David Angus is a bona fide troubadour hailing from the bonny lands of Aberdeen, Scotland. This dexterous singer-songwriter has been weaving sonic tales and serenading the crowds of his hometown since 2012, whether he's busking on street corners or headlining prestigious venues. With his trusty acoustic guitar as his main companion, David's music runs the [...]

Come and make a gorgeous Christmas wreath at Patch! £42.50 including a soft drink and cakeAll materials included and no experience necessary.Email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or eventbrite (fees apply)https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1459953232419?aff=oddtdtcreator

TWM is getting leveled with this line up 🔨Dead Species Presents.....MECHROMORPH 👽REPULSED 🤮WINTER HOTEL 🔥Hitting the stage @Three Wise Monkeys Colchester - 28/11/25

Brace yourself as Mechromorph unleash their mechanical fury on Colchester this November for a hometown headliner. The Essex titans of brutality are celebrating a Bloodstock crusade this summer with a vile display of slam for their home county. Joining them are Repulsedand Winter Hotel, completing a lineup that promises an extreme nights of live music [...]

Tickets £26.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.The Wandering Hearts are a three part vocal harmony group that formed in London in 2015. Since the release of their first record Wild Silence (Decca), Tara, Chess and AJ have been at the forefront of the UK Americana, folk and country music scenes [...]

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

- 8pm - Fox & Fiddler- 9pm - New Inn and/or Fat Cat- 10pm - Ale HouseOur regular 'last Friday' pub crawls around Colchester.The route is as follows with approximate times so you can 'hop on' or 'hop off' during the evening. If a pub isn't serving real ale on the night, you can always [...]

DJ Rom Atkin is behind the decks, playing a mix of alternative tracks from the last two decades including Arctic Monkeys, Foals Idles and Kae Tempest as well as the Twisters bangers we all love!Bar and Beer Garden opens at 5pm, DJ from 9pm.FREE ENTRY!

Colchester Castle’s enchanting grotto returns for 2025! This December, Father Christmas and his Castle helpers will bring Christmas joy to the children of Colchester and hand out some very special festive gifts.In this enchanting encounter, children can share their Christmas wishes, receive a special gift, and enjoy magical moments.Don’t miss this chance to add a [...]

Come and make a fresh Christmas wreath at The Lexden Crown followed by a choice of the following delicious lunch:Chicken and Mushroom Pie & MashScampi and FriesThai Vegetable Curry & Rice£52.50ppAll materials provided and no experience required.Email info@thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.ukto book via PayPal or bank transfer (no fees) or via eventbrite or via our website (fees apply)https://www.thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk/event-details/wreath-making-workshop-with-lunch

£7/£6 concs/£22 FamilyDoors 11am, Show 11.30amThis show is for a seated audienceReturning to Colchester Arts Centre with a brand new interactive show for the whole family, packed with illusions, colourful tricks, and lots of fun!With over 25 years of experience performing in the UK and internationally, Chris will take you on an exciting journey through [...]

Join us for a afternoon of singing and dancing to all your favourite ABBA hits!

A punk gig in aid of Together for Animals. A Free Entry gig but donations would be appreciated. Bands playing: Monkey Foot Down: 7:00-7:40Creature Arcade: 8:00-8:40Change Persona: 9:00-9:40Dude Smell: 10:00-11:00

The ultimate singalong concert celebrating the music of iconic female artists from The Spice Girls to Beyoncé and Madonna + many more! 🎤Tickets ON SALE NOW! 👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-girl-power-experience-colchester-tickets-1009129161487?aff=oddtdtcreatorThis is a night of non-stop bangers from our epic 8-piece girl band! You’ll be part of the action in this singalong concert so warm up those vocal [...]

Tickets £12 / £10 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience.“Stunning.” – Clash“A beautifully ritualistic trance.” - The Guardian“The most magical single of the year so far.” - KCRW’s Travis HolcombeMermaid Chunky. It’s all in a name, sometimes. The danceable, costumed, curiosity rich duo of artists Freya Tate and Moina Moin [...]

Get your skank on with SKA Town Syndicate and dance your cares away!

Soul Print & Two Left Feet Promotions presents:`The Rhythm Loft`Top Floor - Three Wise Monkeys, High St, Colchester CO1 1DNSAT. 29th NOV (8pm > 1am)Special Guest: MARK ALEXANDER `DJ Fraggle` (Poetic Funk, We Out Here Festival, TWR Radio)Guest Support: DJ GILLY (All-Times, Twisters, The Venue, Art Centre, Party In the Park, Wai ki-Ki)Residents: Dave Malone [...]

Punx 4 The Animals in aid of Together for Animals happening on Saturday 29th November at Queen St Brewhouse, Colchester. FREE ENTRY but donations are appreciated for the animals 😊 Bands and times: Monkey Foot Down: 8:00-8:40Creature Arcade: 9:00-9:40Change Persona: 10:00-10:40Dude Smell: 11:00-12:00

We're dedicating this month's Indie Party to The Strokes' 'First Impressions Of Earth' - a mighty album full of Twisters classics is turning 20! You only live once, so grab a juicebox and join our resident DJ Roman Atkin as he spins tracks from the album, alongside your favourite indie classics, gems, and dancefloor fillers [...]

Sigma land in Colchester for a guest set in Arena!

Our iconic annual Santa Fun Run returns to Colchester Castle Park!The Santa Fun Run, now in its 16th consecutive year, is the ideal way to kick off your festive season [...]

Celebrate the festive season with us at our Christmas Fair- bringing together holiday traditions and festive fun. Perfect for all ages!The fair will be open from 10am and will close [...]

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Come along to an afternoon of live music from Blurred Vision a local 3 Piece Covers Band.Playing a great selection of hits from David Bowie to ColdplayAn afternoon of fantastic [...]

Step into warmth and exhale. This cosy yin session is your invitation to relax and soften, a gentle somatic practice designed for deep rest, you time, and a feeling of [...]

🎤 Scarlett Rose live!🍽️ Sunday Roast & live music📅 Sunday 30th Nov | The Kings Arms, FratingBook your table & soak up the vibes!

Tickets £21.50.Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm.This show is for a seated audience. Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish It Out But Can’t Take It Hal is back with a brand-new tour [...]

The songs of Walter Becker and Donald Fagen, aka Steely Dan, stood alone in 1970s rock; cryptic, pungent lyrics and sophisticated, detailed music deeply influenced by, in Becker and Fagen’s [...]