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Tickets £13 / £12 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.Christina Alden & Alex Patterson are multi-instrumentalists and songwriters from East Anglia. Their music is rich with intertwining harmony, sensitive accomplished musicianship and a creative song-writing style that is both delicate and moving.Deeply inspired by the world around them, they have [...]

✨ Experience the Magic of ‘Christmas – The Candlelight Concert’ - A Sophisticated Festive Celebration by Xperience LiveStep into a world of festive elegance and timeless charm as Xperience Live proudly presents ‘Christmas – The Candlelight Concert’ - an evening where music, candlelight and holiday wonder come together in perfect harmony. 🎶🎄Set beneath the soft [...]

★★★★★ “Among the finest new voices on the scene” RnR MagazineChristina Alden & Alex Patterson are multi-instrumentalists and songwriters from East Anglia. Their music is rich with intertwining harmony, sensitive accomplished musicianship and a creative song-writing style that is both delicate and moving. Deeply inspired by the world around them, they have a keen environmental [...]

It’s the annual North Pole Yuletide Party and you’re all invited!Mrs Christmas is making all the preparations, but she has so many friends to help and problems to solve, things aren’t going as planned. Mrs Christmas and the Elves will need your help too!It won’t be long before Father Christmas starts the celebrations and welcomes [...]

Spice up your week and join us for some acoustic tunes with Great Craic.

Appraisal by Nick BowmanHeader Image: The Sailors Wife, Chris Pugh DPAGB BPE2* (10 in 2024/2024)

Can’t wait for this 🦌Join us 3rd of December to kick off your festive spirit with a glass of fizz and a spot of painting 🥂🦌It’s easy too book click the link 🔗 below 👇🏻

🎄 Laugh Your Baubles Off! A Christmas Comedy Night for a Great Cause in Colchester! 🎅 Get ready for an evening of festive, side-splitting stand-up comedy that will not only leave you roaring with laughter but also help those in need this Christmas. Topper Promotions is hosting a magnificent comedy showcase at the perfect venue: [...]

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 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 [...]

3 Dec 2025Venues:Colchester Arts CentreCategories:PERFORMANCEPay what you can affordDoors open 7:30 pm, Show starts 8 pmThis show is for a seated audienceDeparture is a music and dance performance by movement artist Masumi Saito and composer/musician An-Ting that explores themes of death, ritual, and the spirit.Through the intertwining of movement and live music, the performance creates [...]

Departure is a music and dance performance by movement artist Masumi Saito and composer/musician An-Ting that explores themes of death, ritual, and the spirit.Through the intertwining of movement and live music, the performance creates an emotionally resonant experience - breaking the silence around death. Why do cultures across the world uphold long-standing funeral traditions? What [...]

Our wonderful traders + DJ + Christmas film viewing and a late night gallery opening- more details coming soon!

Back by popular demand after sell-out performances in August!It’s 1922 and you’re invited to Colchester’s best kept-secret – Solanio’s Swinging Speakeasy – for a very special event: the auction of the infamous Shakespeare Solitaire.This priceless diamond is rumoured to have been gifted to William Shakespeare by Queen Elizabeth I herself… but the jewel also carries [...]

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 [...]

🧘‍♀️ Yin Yoga Class - A Journey InwardsJoin us for a deeply nourishing yin yoga session, a practice rooted in stillness, gentle enquiry, and self-awareness.Yin invites you to slow down and soften, offering a chance to truly rest and restore. While the pace is slow and poses are held for longer, the practice can be [...]

Tickets £3Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pmThis show is for a seated audienceAn evening of spoken word and poetry hosted by Mary-Ann Ambrose. A mixture of emotions, a roller coaster of fun and sadness. Line-up in order of appearance:David ChidgeyPeter TorresAlice ViolettRicci ReadSamaka Messi James Domestic Annie Janes-Fraser Barry KingMary-Ann AmbroseLorna Mackinnonhttps://www.facebook.com/events/8993181580759194/?event_time_id=8993181584092527

DJ Roman says, 'I shall be returning to Queen St Brewhouse bringing the indie party along with me. Come along for a beer (or ten) and stay for the buzzy tunes.'Poster design by @rowenaleanne

Making a welcome return, 3 hugely talented women - the wonderful 'Columbines'! Well known as a folk and Americana trio specialising in original songs and their own arrangements of traditional and lesser known folk songs, Columbines are recognised for their striking use of close harmony singing, often a cappella, and their diverse range of instruments [...]

👑💀 Come as you are, baby.https://tix.to/ElvanaBuyTicketsNowThe Return of the Hound Dogs!Your favorite Elvis-fronted Nirvana tribute are hitting the road once again for a huge new UK tour through 2025 and into 2026 — and we’re bringing the same old chaos with a shiny new twist.Get ready for a night of grungy goodness, pelvis-shaking rock & [...]

ECL Crafty Drama Presents - Scrooge The Musical! Watch Charles Dickens’ timeless tale A Christmas Carol come to life with toe tapping tunes, and a captivating performance perfect for the whole family.ECL Crafty Drama is a performing arts group that aims to enhance the lives of people with learning disabilities and/or autism, helping them to [...]

Those FolkCharismatic, authentic and thoroughly entertaining, Lawrence Menard (USA) and Clare Quinn (AUS) are the transpacific-troubadours known as ‘Those Folk.’ Having met in Scotland in 2012, they have since travelled extensively and lived in the pine forest mountains of California. They now hang their travelling hats in Pomona, Queensland. A partnership forged in the fires [...]

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 [...]

Back at one of our favourite venues for some early festive celebrations! Bring your dancing shoes!

Artisan Craft Fair, on Saturday 6th December, 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! [...]

FAIRAdmission Free10am - 3pm.Made in Colchester are a collective of artists, makers and designers who are based within the Colchester area. A diverse group with a common thread of Colchester, quality and innovation, the work and message of the collective spreads through shows, workshops, talks, exhibitions and fairs.Entry is FREE so come along and soak [...]

🎄✨ Join us on 6th December for our Christmas Craft Market! Discover handmade gifts, festive treats, and plenty of holiday cheer. It’s the perfect chance to shop local and get into the Christmas spirit. See you there! 🎁🌟

We are excited to be hosting the first Dice & a Slice Miniature Painting Competition! Flex your painting skills! Prizes to be won! Submit any single based miniature from 11am - the winner will be announced at 5pm that same day! Sign up at the link below...https://forms.gle/nLQi8ZndcVR7jrQFA

Join the Mojams crew as we host our second annual fundraising DJ Live Stream from The Soundhouse at The Bull on Crouch Street in Colchester from 11am until midnight!Drop in to say hello while Christmas shopping or grabbing lunch in town, and participate on one of our fundraising games in aid of Suicide&Co, or join [...]

We are delighted to welcome the brilliant children's author Nick Butterworth to our store for a lunchtime signing of his picture books! Once Upon a Journey is the latest instalment in the Adventures of Percy the Park Keeper and His Animal Friends. Percy creates a wind car and whisks his friends away for a magical [...]

Join us at Kingsland Church for a cosy, festive afternoon creating your own fresh foliage Christmas wreath. You’ll have a beautiful selection of decorations, ribbons and seasonal touches to choose from, with full guidance provided - perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike.Your ticket includes a hot drink and homemade mince pies, making it a [...]

Full Line-up: Sam Campbell, Bridget Christie, Maisie Adam, Ed ByrneSale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 2 May 2025 at 10:00 AM

Tickets £23.50.Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm.Show duration 2 hours with interval.How good’s a laugh? My joke book is overflowing, so let’s get talking about what gives me the ick and what makes me tick. It’s time to get down to the nitty gritty. No filter, no limits. The gloves are off and I’m packing [...]

🎄 The Moot Hall Christmas Gift Market – Returning for 2025! 🎄Join us on Sunday 7th December 2025 as the Moot Hall Christmas Gift Market returns to the heart of Colchester for a festive shopping experience like no other! ✨🛍️ 40 Handpicked Gift Stalls – Browse a stunning selection of unique, handcrafted, and locally sourced [...]

Learn to weave your own willow basket from local willow. Suitable for beginners and those with experience. Disabled access and parking. Refreshments available to purchase at the cafe. All materials provided£32.50PPBook your place here - https://www.thecreativeworkshopcompany.co.uk/event-details/weave-a-willow-basket-2

The Annual Festive Market hosted by Colchester Market and the Colchester BID returns with up to 80 stalls on a pedestrianised Colchester High St on Sunday 7th December 2025. The Free-Entry family-friendly event runs from 10:00 to 17:00 featuring live music, entertainment, funfair rides, Festive Giftware, Streetfood and of course, some mulled wine for the [...]

Get a thorough technique-based grounding in the fundamentals Argentine tango in Colchester with experienced tangueros Nicolas Ignacio Godoy and Miriam Gita at the Headgate Theatre on Sunday mornings 11am-12noon. These tutorials on the fundamentals of tango are suitable for complete beginners aa well as tango dancers who need to strengthen the basis of their technique [...]

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 [...]

Join us for our family friendly Christmas concert. It's always a special, festive occasion with brass and organ accompaniment and the local children's 'Sing Up' choir.

Manchester Calling! Ft. The Total Stone Roses, The Smiths Presumably & OaysisManchester Calling! is a night celebrating iconic Manchester music by THE STONE ROSES, OASIS, THE SMITHS and MORRISSEY.Featuring live performances by #1 tribute bands: The Total Stone Roses, The Smiths Presumably and Oaysis, if you're keen to hear your favourite Manchester anthems performed LIVE [...]

Everyone welcome to join in or listen.Traditional Folk Jam

FolkTickets £15 / £14 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience.Janice Burns & Jon Doran are an award-winning Anglo-Scottish duo who came together after discovering a shared love of traditional music. Their songs tell vivid stories about the nature of life and our place in the world.Janice & Jon’s ‘clever and [...]

A night for music lovers of all kinds! Bring along your own vinyl from home to play in the pub & to share with other vinyl & music lovers so we can all appreciate the quality, atmosphere & perfection of a bit of vinyl. All genres are welcome so it will be a very eclectic [...]

Experience the beloved Christmas tale of redemption and goodwill through the power of cinema and sound.The classic 1951 film Scrooge, starring the legendary Alastair Sim as Ebenezer Scrooge, is brought to life with live music. An enchanting newly orchestrated live score is performed by the three-piece FB Pocket Orchestra. Let their reimagined music and atmospheric [...]

The SPACE Peer-to-Peer sessions are a space for sharing work in progress, peer support and feedback and networking.The sessions are open to all creatives and are free to attend.

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 [...]

As a special festive treat, Colchester Castle’s FREE Christmas Open Evening returns for 2025 from 3 pm – 8 pm. Soak up the festive atmosphere whilst seeing over 2,000 years of amazing history, with festive refreshments. With the Castle decked out in Christmas cheer, it promises to be a great way to get in the [...]

Get ready for this Winter show full of pantomime fun!Are you ready to go into the woods? Join Red Riding Hood as she goes on this exciting adventure, meeting both furry friends and foes alike! Red is an adventurous young spirit who wants nothing more than to see the world. Her wish comes true when [...]

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 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 decide not [...]

We are delighted to have Simon Scarrow join us for a talk about his latest Macro & Cato novel. After three books which dealt with the Boudican revolt and it's aftermath, this one sees Cato as Prefect of Rome's Urban Cohorts. It's AD63 and Emperor Nero's brutal and reckless rule is causing chaos and disorder [...]

Its time to funk up your life, dig out your dabbers, and your best musical knowledge, then get ready to have some musical fun and win some great prizes, Its time to play Rock n Roll Bingo, with Big Jim.A night of 4 games of Music Bingo, fun music and great company. Youve never played [...]

The Army Benevolent Fund’s Essex Committee invite you to join us for our annual much-loved Essex Christmas Concert. The concert has taken place every year for over 20 years’, even taking place in 2020 during the Covid lockdown when British Army Band Colchester performed a concert virtually in aid of supporting the Army family.This year’s [...]

Vocalist Laura Wyatt and guitarist Darrel Mayhead perform a selection of their favourite jazz and swing classics. Expect to hear songs from the like of Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Doris Day and many more.

A fully illustrated presentation looking at the early Roman settlement and Boudican revolt, in Colchester, followed by some of the major archaeological discoveries over the past few decades.This talk is part of our Peoples of Essex exhibition, celebrating the diverse stories and communities that shape the county.

Get ready for this Winter show full of pantomime fun!Are you ready to go into the woods? Join Red Riding Hood as she goes on this exciting adventure, meeting both furry friends and foes alike! Red is an adventurous young spirit who wants nothing more than to see the world. Her wish comes true when [...]

Experiment with building your own instrument, with a custom MIDI controller!At this months DMLab we'll play with simple circuits and Arduino programming to create custom interfaces to control computers, also known as MIDI controllers. Maybe yours will use a distance sensor, or perhaps big colourful buttons in a unique orientation? All equipment provided (including template [...]

Tickets £8 / £7 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.Goodiepal or Gæoudjiparl van den Dobbelsteen, whose real name is Parl Kristian Bjørn Vester, is a controversial Danish/Faroese musician/composer.The eccentric and self-made Goodiepal has influenced the course of modern music through radical excursions into computer technology and media art. Until recently [...]

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

Please note that the session on Sat 13 Dec 2025 will be virtual on Zoom only. Please email christian.markham@mercury.theatre.co.uk for an invite.The East of England Disabled Creatives Meet-Up is a free space for deaf, disabled and/or neurodivergent creatives to meet, share and create!As artists, don’t ask for permission. Take up space. For yourself and your [...]

Disney Lorcana Infinity Weekend Constructed EventWe’re celebrating the launch of the brand new Infinity Format for Lorcana, this is an event to get you to come and enjoy all that Lorcana has offered to date.Event Details• £10 entry which includes a booster pack for all and another booster into the prize pot. Plus each participant [...]

Don't miss this special afternoon matinee full of the very best songs from The Sea and The Land.Isle ‘ave a Shanty are a 6-piece A Cappella male harmony group singing Shanties with comedy out of the Isle of Ely. They specialise in traditional songs from the sea and the country in a folk style as [...]

Hoy Boy & Isle Ave a ShantySea Shanties and Christmas Songs at the iconic Colcheater Arts Centre Saturday 13th December.

Tickets £18Doors open 1pm, starts 1.30pm.This show is for a seated audience.Don't miss this special afternoon matinee full of the very best songs from The Sea and The Land. Isle ‘ave a Shanty are a 6-piece A Cappella male harmony group singing Shanties with comedy out of the Isle of Ely. They specialise in traditional [...]

The 80s Day Disco is coming to Trilogy!🗓️ Saturday 13th December 2025⏰ 3PM - 8PM📍 Trilogy, ColchesterTickets selling fast → https://www.fatsoma.com/e/ygkkiech/la/loxqGet Ready to Groove at the Ultimate 80s Day Disco! 🎉Step into a time machine and relive the magic of the 80s with a day filled with the biggest disco anthems and synth-powered hits of [...]

Join us on Saturday 13th December at 3pm at Love Local, 17 School Lane, Copford CO6 1BU for a relaxing and creative Christmas Paper Stars Workshop.You’ll learn how to fold, cut, and assemble elegant paper stars using a selection of festive papers and designs. Whether you hang them at home, gift them, or use them [...]

Our Christmas Evening Market is looking very special! On the evening of December 13th we’ll be filling The Piazza outside The Mercury Theatre with a wonderful mix of crafts, food, drinks and Street Food stalls.We’ll have delicious wood fired pizza, freshly cooked Indian Street Food, fresh Sushi and delicious Churros plus a wonderful selection of [...]

Branch meeting at 4pm, before the Branch Christmas Social!

The ABBA REUNION tribute Show is the creation of an Award Winning West End Director, Producer and Choreographer Starring the original 'Frida' from the London West End cast! ABBA REUNION gives Abba fans, old and new, the opportunity to once again get together and re-live the addictive Abba phenomena that swept the airwaves and discos [...]

All Tickets £26.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience.The ABBA REUNION tribute Show is the creation of an Award Winning West End Director, Producer and Choreographer.Starring the original 'Frida' from the London West End cast!ABBA REUNION gives Abba fans, old and new, the opportunity to once again get together and re-live [...]

A CHRISTMAS CAROLSaturday 13 December 8pm William Loveless HallMoving Image is very pleased to be bringing to Wivenhoe, for the third time, a theatrical event produced by and starring the Director of the Colchester Arts Centre, Anthony Roberts – his solo traditional reading of A Christmas Carol, the masterpiece by Charles Dickens, with musical accompaniment [...]

The Iron Boot Scrapers rip it up with our inimitable covers of well know songs that will get you dancing and singing along!Free entry

✨ RUBIX GLITTER BALL 2025! It’s time to dress to impress for our annual Christmas Glitter Ball! 💃🕺Expect a dazzling night of Christmas pop & party classics over 2 floors, with:💄 Glitter Station🎁 Giveaways & Drinks Deals🍬 Festive Sweet Shop🍸 Christmas CocktailsShine bright, dance all night – it’s the most glamorous night of the year! [...]

From 10am-1pm on Sun 14 Dec, join our Mercury Creatives Masterclass: How a Director Prepares – with Michelle PayneWhat really happens before day one of rehearsals?How do directors shape an idea, build a creative world, and walk into the room with clarity, confidence, and a plan?In this practical masterclass, acclaimed Essex director and playwright Michelle [...]

Join us for a magical afternoon of family fun with Dick Whittington, a classic pantomime filled with laughter, music, and plenty of audience participation. Follow Dick on his journey to London to seek his fortune, as he faces adventure, friendship, and a few surprises along the way.Doors open at 12:30pm, so arrive early to get [...]

🎄 Colchester K9 Rescue’s Indoor Christmas Market is Back!🎄We’re excited to invite you to our Indoor Christmas Market on Sunday, 14th December, at Stanway Village Hall from 1pm to 3pm!Join us - along with a fantastic range of stallholders - for an afternoon filled with festive cheer, unique gifts, tasty treats, and stalls for both [...]

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Join us this Sunday for a Sunday session (not the sort the picture would suggest but one with alcohol and music, very PG!)The insatiable duo return - Matthew Selley and Daniel Salmon with the sing song crowd pleasers to ease you out of the weekend.

Come along and sing some carols, enjoy some mulled wine and mince pies and celebrate the festive season with us!

Celebrate 15 years of Tell the Worry Dolls and the forthcoming new album from singer-songwriter Ady Johnson at his Annual Colchester Christmas Show.First launched at Colchester Arts Centre in 2010, Tell the Worry Dolls went on to win critical acclaim, including a Press Association Album of the Year recommendation. For the first time together since [...]

Experience an unforgettable evening with renowned Brazilian guitarist/vocalist Mario Bakuna, as he presents a heartfelt tribute to Antônio Carlos Jobim - the visionary behind bossa nova and one of Brazil’s most influential composers.​"I was a beach boy, and I believe I learned my songs from the birds of the Brazilian forest," Jobim once said, and [...]

🎄✨ A Christmas Carol at Colchester Castle! ✨🎄Join us on 15th December, 6pm for Anthony Roberts’ one-man performance of Dickens’ classic — all in support of the Mayor’s Charities:Colchester Foodbank • Level Best • The Underdog Crew • Open Road • The Not Forgotten🎟️ Tickets: http://tinyurl.com/christmascarolcastleDon’t miss this magical night for amazing causes! 💛

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 December session will focus on the theme of the North Pole.These sessions offer a unique opportunity for children and their caregivers to bond and learn while exploring the [...]

Tickets £10 / £8 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm , show starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience. An Impossible Enigma, or Easy as Pi? Written by Darren GoodingPerformed by Darren Gooding, Dave Hughes & Sarah Ellen YoungMusic by Tina Gooding and Darren Tansley Sound Recording and Editing by Stuart ArmitageThe twisted imaginations behind "Poets Day" [...]

Come and jingle your bells with us at Three Wise Monkeys with a feast of your favourite festive tunes. That's a lot of effs. Here's another one - it's FREEEEEEEE.

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 [...]

Our annual Christmas concert is back!Join us for a jolly holly afternoon of seasonal songs, readings and magical performances from our talented panto cast & Mercury staff in this festive treat for all the family.Don’t forget to warm up those vocal chords!Please note that our Café Bar will be closed following this performance so our [...]

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!BLACK CHRISTMASA Canadian horror classic, with Olivia Hussey (Stephen [...]

Last years Panto was such a success (oh yes it was!) that we have the wonderful performers of Frederick Douglas back again!

Christmas is creeping up on us so no "bah humbugs" here please.Why not come along to our reading (by candlelight and with music accompaniment) of A Christmas Carol by Anthony Roberts on Friday 19th December.This is your chance to get into the Christmas spirit and also help our local children's hospice (EACH) and other good [...]

Join us for our LAST SHOW of 2025, a festive feast for your ears and feet, no less....All the usual Northern Soul anthems and deep cuts you'll be accustomed to if you joined us last year at the Arts Centre, and if you didn't, well, WHERE WERE YOU???!!Warning - This performance may contain Santa Hats [...]

It's that time of the year again when we bring out the mince pies and you all sing your hearts out!!The fantastic Colne Endeavour Band are returning to play some classic Christmas Carols!!Lead by the fantastic conductor Robert, you'll be expected to take part and raise a bit of cash for this great cause.

The Tom Jiggins Quartet plays Christmas!TICKETS AT:https://good-show.co.uk/events/2647or www.tomjigginsmusic.comLIVE AT PATCHFeaturingSPECIAL GUEST - Ben Cox- Vocals Simon Brown- Piano Simon Wood- Double Bass Tom Jiggins- Drums Join us for a festive evening of world-class jazz as Tom Jiggins returns to Patch, this time with very special guest Ben Cox on vocals. In the spirit of the [...]

Heya me darlins 😉 we are back to play the Queen St Brewhouse this Xmas 🎅 So come and bring the Xmas cheer!It's been a long time coming since we played the Brewhouse, so it will most certainly ly be a fun experience for us!We, the Bleeding Hearts, will be playing alongside local legend Simon [...]

If you're after an Ed Sheeran-free Xmas then look no further - join us for our Christmas Party Nights. Enjoy great drinks, good cheer, and a sleigh full of indie classics and alternative Xmas hits from our resident DJ. Whether you've been nice or (hopefully) naughty, come and celebrate Christmas the Twisters way!✨ Friday 19th [...]

🎅🏻 Christmas Sing-AlongDate & Time: Sunday 20th December · 3:00pm – 8:00pmVenue: Trilogy, ColchesterChristmas is almost here, and it’s time to sing your heart out to all the festive favourites! 🎄✨Join us for a joyful afternoon where our DJ will spin the best Christmas hits, from timeless classics to modern holiday bangers. With Christmas props [...]

A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Vice Herder (Christmas Set)EthelFledSuzy CramerPanama CityStu 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 [...]

🎵Event: The SVC Christmas Party! 🎵Alright, you magnificent music lovers!We know, we know. We’ve been quieter than a B-side of ambient whale songs. Let’s just say life got a little… scratchy. But a good DJ knows that sometimes, you have to lift the needle, take a breath, and find the next incredible track.Well, consider the [...]

Join us for a festive evening at the Castle, where the magic of Christmas comes to life. Father Christmas and his elves will host a festive evening filled with seasonal activities, joyful games, and creative crafts. To help everyone make the most of the experience, guests will be divided into four groups and will rotate [...]

Join us for another fabulous evening of local music this Christmas time. Get in the festive spirit with our resident choir (Black Cactus Choir) and other talented local acts performing short sets.Doors will open at 6pm. Show starts at 6:30pmPlease note this is a seated event. No standing tickets. No reservations - if you'd like [...]

Wooden Maiden return with their Xmas Blast-Off! What better way to kick off the festive season than with 3 part vocals & guitar harmonies! Playing rock, metal & country favourites alongside seasonal festive classics! Get there early as it’s bound to be busy! (Xmas jumpers optional)

If you're after an Ed Sheeran-free Xmas then look no further - join us for our Christmas Party Nights. Enjoy great drinks, good cheer, and a sleigh full of indie classics and alternative Xmas hits from our resident DJ. Whether you've been nice or (hopefully) naughty, come and celebrate Christmas the Twisters way!✨ Friday 19th [...]

Sumo Beatz is back for one final Christmas party for 2025! This time we have the mighty Bladerunner returning to Colchester with fire! Guest MCs will be Funsta AND Swifta will also be back at Sumo too! These two are guaranteed to hype up the dance and never disappoint. Add to this Heist , the [...]

🎅 Santa Sunday at Rubix! 🎅Sunday 21st December | 9PM – 2AM | FREE ENTRY!It’s the most wonderful (and slightly tipsy) time of the year… 🎄Join us for Santa Sunday, featuring DJ Santa on the decks spinning the biggest pop, party & festive bangers all night long!We’re also joining in the legendary 12 Pubs of [...]

🎄✨ The Rec Christmas Market ✨🎄Old Heath Recreation Ground, right next to the play park, ColchesterSunday 21st December09:30am – 4:00pmFree to attendStep into the magic of Christmas at The Rec!Stroll through festive stalls filled with handmade gifts and seasonal treats, warm up with tasty food and drink, and enjoy live music and choir performances that [...]

A Christmas carol service for everyone, with music from a live orchestra.Brought to you by St Botolph's Church and St Botolph's Music Society.Free entry. Donations to St Botolph's Church.

In our Sacred Drum Circles, we unite in a circle—a symbol of wholeness and unity. The drum, one of the oldest instruments known to humanity, guides us on a journey of self-expression and connection. Through the steady beat of the drum, we enter a meditative and healing space where each woman is honoured and heard.We [...]

Get involved in the annual Christmas carols on the quay on the 21st December at 6.00pm, organised in co-operation with Churches Together.

JazzTickets £15 / £13 concessions. Family Ticket £40 (a family group of 4, including at least one child). Doors open 6.30pm, Movie starts 7pm, 1st Live Set starts 7.45pm. This show is for a seated audience. It's back! We'll be screening the movie prior to the live show, and the band will be performing some [...]

Big Old Saint Nick isnt the only Big Man Spreading cheer over the festive season, Big Jim brings the festive edition of the interactive quiz to The Bricklayers. No Pens or Paper needed, just a Wif Fi Device to enter your answers, theres fun to be had for all, if your the scrogge of xmas [...]

FAMILYTickets £7 / £6Family Ticket £22 (admits 4 people, at least one of whom must be a child).Doors open 1.30pm, show starts 2pm.This show is for a seated audience. Donate a ticket: We have a Pay It Forward option for this show. You can choose to purchase tickets for families that may not be in [...]

Tickets £7 / £6 concessions / £25 family (a family group of 4)Doors open - Morning show 10:30, show starts 11amDoors open - Afternoon show 1.30pm, show starts 2pm.Most suitable for ages 4 and up.Snow White and Rose Red – sisters, twins, best friends – have lived in the forest since they were Babes in [...]

Join us Tue 2 - Wed 24 Dec for a heart-warming festive adventure as you and your group journey to Lapland, where the magic of Christmas comes alive in Santa’s cosy grotto.This isn’t just any visit – Santa needs your help! Gather round for a delightful 20-minute interactive storytelling experience, where you’ll sit down with [...]

Celebrate Christmas Eve with Live Music from Paul BakerJoin us on Wednesday 24th December for a festive evening filled with great music and warm company. From 8pm, the talented Paul Baker will serenade you with a mix of seasonal favourites and classic tunes, making your night merry and bright. So come by for comfy food, [...]

Join us on the ground floor of Three Wise Monkeys Colchester for a night of Christmas classics on Wednesday 24th December at Boogie Winter Wonderland.Our resident DJ will take you on a journey of the very best Christmas tracks. Expect to hear Boney M, The Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Brenda Lee, Chuck Berry, Darlene Love, [...]

If you're after an Ed Sheeran-free Xmas then look no further - join us for our Christmas Party Nights. Enjoy great drinks, good cheer, and a sleigh full of indie classics and alternative Xmas hits from our resident DJ. Whether you've been nice or (hopefully) naughty, come and celebrate Christmas the Twisters way!✨ Friday 19th [...]

🎄 BOXING DAY NIGHT at RUBIX! 🎄📅 Thursday 26th December🕘 9pm till 3am💃 FREE ENTRY!Time to work off all that turkey and sprouts on the dance floor! 🍗💃DJ Jez keeps the Christmas vibes alive with a Retro 80s vs 90s Party — all your favourite throwback anthems, singalongs, and dancefloor fillers from the best decades [...]

TWM Live presents The Meffs with support from Special Duties, and Gurn Victim as they come together to celebrate Three Wise Monkeys Colchester’s 11th Birthday! Expect an unforgettable night of live music, energy, and chaos as three of Colchester’s finest acts take over the top floor for this special anniversary show.Date: Saturday, 27 DecemberVenue: Three [...]

Get ready for a festive night of live music, good vibes, and Christmas cheer! Whether you’re a performer or just love great tunes, join us at The Kings Arms for an evening packed with:✨ Live jam sessions✨ Seasonal sing-alongs✨ Great drinks & a warm festive atmosphereBring your instrument, your voice, or just your Christmas spirit [...]

Join Dr.Ska at the Hospital Arms for a night of old skool Ska, Reggae, Rocksteady, Northern Soul and more...Come on down and work that Xmas dinner off by dancing with us!

It is universally agreed that the days between Xmas and NYE blur into one and you probably need something to cut through the haze - we've got you covered. Put the cheese board down and join our resident DJ for a night of jangly guitars, drum machines, and synths from, arguably, music's greatest decade. Expect [...]

🎅✨ INSOMNIA – CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! ✨🎅📅 Friday 27th December🕘 9pm – 3am💥 FREE ENTRY before 11pm!We’re bringing back the festive feels to Colchester with the biggest dancefloor bangers from the last three decades and beyond! 🎶💃Join the Rubix crew for a massive post-Christmas party packed with lights, energy, and tunes that’ll keep you moving all [...]

The Verdicts – Reunion Show at Three Wise Monkeys, ColchesterTWM Live presents The Verdicts, returning to the stage for a special reunion show at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester. This long-awaited performance brings the band back together for one night only, revisiting fan favourites and celebrating their legacy with a high-energy live set.Support: To be confirmedDate: [...]

That strange hiatus between Christmas and New Year, and everyone’s gagging for a cool gig, so hear it is, featuring:KARILLA…the band formerly known as The Audacity, and even more formerly [...]

Raver Tots is coming to Colchester for a huge New Years Eve day party!BOOK NOW - https://www.fatsoma.com/e/dlvaymvs/la/uyhcRaver Tots is the Ultimate Family Dance Party Suitable for ALL AGES!Get the kids [...]

Shed Presents 2026 – New Year Party at Three Wise Monkeys, ColchesterTWM Live Music presents Shed Presents 2026! A special New Year’s Eve party at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester. Ring [...]

🎉 Live New Year’s Eve – Words & Music! 🎶Bring in the New Year with an unforgettable night of live entertainment, and delicious buffet 📅 New Year’s Eve🎟️ Tickets: £10 [...]

🎉 Rubix Bar & Nightclub – New Year’s Eve Party! 🎉📅 Tuesday 31st December🕗 8PM – 3AM🎟️ Tickets just £4 in advance / £10 on the nightGet ready to party [...]

Tickets £25 (includes free entry to after show club night).Doors open 8pm, show starts 8.30pm.Club entry from 11pm, Club night finishes 1.30am.Join us for a night of stand up comedy [...]

After 27 unforgettable years in Colchester, Twisters Bar will close its doors for the final time on New Year’s Eve 2025 — officially joining the 27 Club.This is an announcement [...]