20.19°C Tim Noble & Sue Webster's Love and Hate at Firstsite brings a series of illuminated sculptures by the internationally recognised British artists to spaces throughout the Colchester gallery. The exhibition draws on Noble and Webster's distinctive use of light, signage and popular culture. Their illuminated works reference everything from British seaside attractions to Las Vegas [...]
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Tickets £15 / £14 concessions.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.Described by Folk Radio UK as ‘weaving an especially compelling magic’, and 'showing British acoustic music in its best possible light’, Northumbrian duo The Brothers Gillespie make music that is animated by lyrical songwriting, fine fingerstyle guitar playing, multi-instrumental musicianship and [...] |
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In art and words, mother and son, artist and writer, Delaine Le Bas and Damian Le Bas (jr) come together to reflect on shared themes that run through their work across visual art, writing, and lived experience. Drawing on Romani history and culture, as well as broader questions of power, marginalisation, survival, and memory, they [...]
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Tickets £6.Doors open 7pm, starts 7.30pm.This gig is for a standing audience.Bands from the local college do battle! Lineup announced soon. |
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Join us for a fascinating evening in the Studio where we’ll discuss Essex witches with the author of The Manningtree Witches, A.K. Blakemore, and local experts.This discussion panel will explore the history and myths of Essex witches, shedding light on the lives affected by this important period of local history. You can expect:- Expert insights [...]
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“Bridget is my pseudonym My thinly-veiled attempt to make sense-To add structure-Dramatic structure-A beginning, middle, and end-To a thing that has none”A poetic semi-autobiographical journey by award-winning playwright Deanna Strasse. “Bridget” looks back on her life and ponders how she got here.A story about complacency, William Shakespeare, the theatre, parasocial relationships, and what ducks can [...]
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Unlock your creativity and develop your artistic skills at our 6-week Life Drawing Classes with experienced tutor Sarah Hill, held in the Minories Ballroom.Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your technique, these friendly Wednesday evening sessions (7pm–9pm) offer expert guidance and a welcoming atmosphere.All materials are provided, so you can focus on [...]
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Riftbound Nexus Nights Spirtforged Standard Event We are excited to give you the chance, now that the release event happened, to join in our first standard Riftbound league of legends event using the new Nexus Nights promos as extra prize support.For this event you will need your own deck, these must consist of:Main Deck of [...]
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The final film of the Film Award Season at the Queen St Brewhouse is Jonathan Demme’s landmark drama 'Philadelphia' (1993), screening this Wednesday, February 25th, at 7:30 p.m. The film stars Tom Hanks, Denzel Washington, Jason Robards, Mary Steenburgen, and Antonio Banderas. Loosely based on two real-life cases, Philadelphia is a legal courtroom drama about [...]
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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 [...] |
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Join us on the last Thursday of every month at Other Monkey Brewing – The Taproom for a night of incredible flavours and craft beer. February is all about the Beef Massaman – One of Thailand most famous dishes. A rich, flavourful & mildly spicy curry. With the fusion of Thai, Persian & Indian influence. [...]
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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 [...]
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Tickets £19 Doors open 7.30pm, Show starts 8pm This show is for a seated audience.Following three sell - out shows, Chloe Petts (Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News for You) returns with a brand - new tour, and she's delving where she's never delved before: this is a show about sex. The problem [...] |
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End of season clear-out time at Culver Street - and it’s a big one 🧥Join us for our Winter Kilo Sale on Friday 27th February from 9am to 5pm at our Culver Street shop. We’re clearing a huge range of winter clothing at just £2.49 per kilo.A perfect chance to grab a bargain, stock up, [...]
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Following on from our sold-out event last year it’s back for 2026!Colchester Castle has partnered with Ace Comics to present another exclusive gaming evening on 27 February from 6 PM to 10 PM. Gather your friends together and grab your favourite board games. Whether its role play or traditional board games, all are welcome.One group [...]
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Olympus Promotions presents Olympus, performing their distinctive blend of melodic death metal live at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester.They will be joined by:Mechromorph-Regicide – Godwithout-Date: Friday 27th February 2026Venue: Three Wise Monkeys, ColchesterTickets: £10Doors: 7:00pmAges: 18+Please note that access to the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys does not have a lift, but there are rest [...]
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New Act & New Material Night Date: Friday, 27th February 2026 Venue: The Victoria Inn, ColchesterCome and find your new favourite comedian before they hit the big time. Join us at The Victoria Inn for a raw and raucous night of grassroots comedy, where the circuit’s freshest faces and seasoned pros alike take to the [...]
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After moving to yet another new school and unexpectedly making friends with a hypermasculine trans ally, a gender-questioning teenager must fight back against bullies, friends and his mother to finally embrace his identity as a trans boy. Will he succeed or succumb to his people-pleasing ways?About Real Boy:REAL BOY was written by Finn Evans and [...]
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Party all night long to the biggest hits from all of the best decades. Whichever decade is your favourite, you'll be sure to hear the biggest songs from each decade! Our photobooth will be open, and fancy dress is always encouraged! Doors open from 7.30pm and the night finishes at midnight. Guests need to be [...]
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Tickets £21.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a standing audience.Wrong Jovi are the The Best Bon Jovi Tribute Band In The World. Described by tribute band expert (Channel 4’s The Convention Crasher) and TV celebrity Justin Lee-Collins.Wrong Jovi features some of the UKs finest professional musicians. With a set list crammed full of [...]
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Wrong Jovi are the The Best Bon Jovi Tribute Band In The World. Described by tribute band expert (Channel 4’s The Convention Crasher) and TV celebrity Justin Lee-Collins.Wrong Jovi features some of the UKs finest professional musicians. With a set list crammed full of sing-along anthems, live favourites and rarities, audiences are guaranteed the ultimate [...]
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Join us for a night of line dancing to live music.£8 entryDoors open 7:15pm for 8pmNo bar so bring your own.Tea and coffee available.Contact Trish on 07815 125261 to book a place
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- 8pm - Queen Street Brewhouse- 9pm - The Castle Inn- 10pm - Three Wise Monkeys / Other Monkey Tap RoomOur 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 [...]
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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 [...]
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Colchester’s Natural History Museum is set to undergo a major redevelopment. Thanks to the support of National Lottery players and Colchester City Council, we have an incredible opportunity to make the Museum a more relevant, exciting, and welcoming place to visit and to restore the grade II-listed medieval church building and surrounding outdoor space.As part [...]
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IT'S BEEN 30 YEARS, TRAINERS! Pokémon is turning 30 and we're celebrating BIG at Dice & A Slice! Saturday 28th February | 11am - 4pm HERE'S WHAT'S GOING DOWN:PLAY! LABSNever played before? No problem! Our Professors will teach you the basics - perfect for kids & families!DECK ROULETTE TOURNAMENTForget your meta decks - every round [...]
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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 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is here, come play and pick up this set early.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Prerelease is coming and we will be running 3 pre-release events for this set new [...]
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We will be running a star wars unlimited secrets of power draft event for you to test your powers.What Happens?In a Star Wars Unlimited (SWU) draft, each player opens three booster packs to construct a deck. Players then open the packs, select their leader card, and draft the remaining cards by passing packs around the [...]
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Tickets £16.50.Doors open 1pm, starts 1.30pm.This show is for a seated audienceAfter jabbering on about it every week on her hit podcast Life With Nat, ultimate hun Natalie Cassidy is stepping into the world of live podcasting with a very special live tour.The show will be filled with chat and laughter, as well as a [...]
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A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Bob StillwellNathan LisgoRob CareyStu 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 [...]
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Introducing the first ever…🩵 Winter FAF 🩵Saturday 28th February, Victoria Place, Brightlingsea Town Centre, between 5pm-9pmThis is going to be a FAF like no other! Keep your eyes peeled for more info over the coming weeks!
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The UK's number one Depeche Mode Tribute act, The Devout, return to Colchester Arts Centre for a new show..A show lasting over 2.5 hours of greatest hits with a nod to the legendary "Black Celebration" album, celebrating it's 40th anniversary!
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Metal Mayhem Essex presents...Europe's only Rob & White Zombie tribute band bring their stageshow performance up close and personal.Support from local noise bandits Destinesiahttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090172650730Also Devon groove rockers Six Sins Till Sunday, fresh from Bloodstock and performing at Breaking Bands and Hard Rock Hell 2026. A notched up Clutch if they had Pantera as road trip [...]
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After a small hiatus Switch is back with a fresh new look and a new direction! Although Ipswich will always be our base we are spreading our wings with a new location.We are very excited to share details of our next party in Colchester on 28th February 2026. As always we have an outstanding lineup [...]
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Just a month out from this absolute banger. Robbed Zombie - Rob Zombie Tribute band UK are joined by Nu Death Metallers Dire Thorns and the incredible Six Sins Till Sunday for a night of utter awesomeness!!! Tickets are available at We Got Tickets.https://wegottickets.com/event/680688
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🎶 Join us for a special night of live Country, Bluegrass and Americana music as we help to raise funds to support the campaign to save Middlewick Ranges — one of the most ecologically important wildlife sites in Essex. Donations and proceeds from the night will help fund this vital effort.🎸The Delta Jacks bring their [...]
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🎶 Join us for a special night of live Country, Bluegrass and Americana music as we help to raise funds to support the campaign to save Middlewick Ranges — one of the most ecologically important wildlife sites in Essex. Donations and proceeds from the night will help fund this vital effort.🎸The Delta Jacks bring their [...]
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The fab four return to blow the cobwebs off your weekend with their loud and brilliantly good covers! Join in the fun from 8:45pm! |
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Enjoy a peaceful and creative morning at Fingringhoe Nature Reserve learning how to weave your own willow bird feeder. Guided step by step, you’ll be introduced to traditional willow weaving techniques and shown how to shape and secure a feeder that’s both practical and beautiful.This workshop is suitable for beginners and those with a little [...]
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Join us on the first Sunday of the month for a little calm at Colchester Castle.These sessions are suitable for visitors with ASD, providing an opportunity for them to explore the museum at a quieter time. We aim to minimise sensory stimulation on the galleries by turning off audio and visuals, whilst providing a sensory [...]
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Test your knowledge of all things film, TV and music, all whilst raising money for an incredible cause!Book by selecting the date of the quiz and choosing quiz booking: threewisemonkeyscolchester.com/book-a-table If you book and then decide not to attend, please CANCEL YOUR BOOKING- £3 a head (cash only)- Maximum 6 to a team- Food served [...] |
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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 Upstairs Bar on Tue 3 Mar from [...]
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The Mercury Sessions are monthly, business focused conversations for creatives offering practical insight, sector knowledge, and the change to connect with peers.How to build a budget that works for you with Antony Stuart-Hicks takes place on Tue 3 Mar, 6-7pm in the Upstairs Bar at the Mercury Theatre.Budgets don’t have to be intimidating. Antony Stuart-Hicks [...]
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Gillian Allard, award-winning photographic artist and educator from Suffolk, brings her passion for storytelling to this special event. Winner of the prestigious 2017 Sky Arts Master of Photography competition in Rome, Gillian combines herbackground in photojournalism with a master's degree from the Royal College of Art to create impactful and innovative works.This informal yet inspiring [...] |
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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 [...]
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Prescribed Laughter: March Comedy ShowcaseWarning: Symptoms of severe boredom are best treated with immediate exposure to top-tier hilarity! Your doctor prescribes attending the Three Wise Monkeys Comedy Showcase this March. Prepare for a night you genuinely won’t forget, surgically hosted by the sharp and sensational Greg Edwards. We’re featuring a potent cocktail of comedy—from buzzing [...]
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Prescribed Laughter: March Comedy ShowcaseWarning: Symptoms of severe boredom are best treated with immediate exposure to top-tier hilarity! Your doctor prescribes attending the Three Wise Monkeys Comedy Showcase this March. Prepare for a night you genuinely won’t forget, surgically hosted by the sharp and sensational Greg Edwards. We’re featuring a potent cocktail of comedy—from buzzing [...]
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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 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is here, come play and pick up this set early.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Prerelease is coming and we will be running 3 pre-release events for this set new [...] |
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Test your knowledge of films and help raise money for an incredible cause!- Book via https://sevn.ly/xJWOHUhN (If you book and then decide not to attend, please cancel your booking) - £3 a head (cash only, all proceeds to charity)- Maximum 6 to a team - Food available throughout Please try to arrive at least 15 [...]
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Tickets £3.Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience.An evening of spoken word and poetry hosted by Mary-Ann Ambrose.A mixture of emotions, a roller coaster of fun and sadness.Lineup to be announced! |
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Creedence Clearwater Revival was a highly influential American rock band formed in El Cerrito California. Their music was a definitive synthesis of swamp rock blues country and rockabilly.Known for songs such as Fortunate son, Proud Mary, Have you ever seen the rain among many others.Join Creedence rising as we celebrate this legendary band.Doors 7:30pmMusic from [...]
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Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 28 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 26 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AMTicketmaster Presale : Thu, 27 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AMLive Nation Presale : Thu, 27 Feb 2025 at 10:00 AM |
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Register NOW!Closing date for registration looming! 21st February
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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 work. We aim to provide that space for you!This is a monthly in-person meet-up at the Mercury Theatre in collaboration with [...]
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Join us for a calm and creative Etui Box Workshop, where you’ll learn how to make a traditional style etui box – a small, hinged box often used to store special items such as jewellery, letters, or art supplies.This workshop is ideal for beginners and those who enjoy working with their hands. You’ll be guided [...]
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🎉🌈 RANG BARSE 2026 – The Grand Festival of Colours! 🌈🎉Get ready, Colchester! Join us for a vibrant Holi celebration filled with colours, music, food, and family fun.✨ Experience:🎶 Live DJ🥁 Dhol Beats🔥 Holi Dahan🎨 Colour Stall🍛 Food Stalls🌿 Mehendi Stall🎟️ Tickets:Early Bird (until 6 March) – - Members £4 • Non-members £6On the Door [...]
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Author Talk by Richard Negus discussing non fiction book WORDS FROM THE HEDGE at Red Lion BooksHedges are as old as civilisation and as emblematic of the British countryside as chalk streams, hay meadows and oak trees. But unlike woodland and rivers, farmland hedges remain on the periphery of the public consciousness, often going unnoticed [...]
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“finds new terrain” - The Guardian on The TellingThe very private PL Travers lives quietly in Chelsea. Out of the blue, her very own creation, Mary Poppins, suddenly appears in Travers’ study, asking difficult questions she would rather not answer. Rather than the Banks family, Mary Poppins has come to sort out the acerbic writer [...]
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Enjoy this intimate milonga with friends at the beautiful Passage House cafe in Colchester. This place has a great hardwood floor! Delicious food, hot beverages and soft drinks are available and the cafe has a bar for us. £5 on the door, all welcome!Traditional tango music in TTVTTM tandas with cortinas selected by Miriam Gita.Parking [...]
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DRAG ME TO THE80’S Meet the cast of our 80’s Divas and join us on an unforgettable journey as this amazing production delivers a dazzling fusion of nostalgia, empowerment and a celebration of the extraordinary.Get ready to dance, sing and be captivated by the powerhouse vocals of the queens who redefine the stage and bring [...]
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oin us for a night of Arctic Monkeys Tribute! Get ready for an unforgettable evening as the Artificial Monkeys take the stage! This talented quartet of experienced musicians is dedicated to bringing you the authentic sound and electrifying performance of the Arctic Monkeys. Known for their energetic shows, the Artificial Monkeys deliver a note-for-note reproduction [...]
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A fabulous night of original live music with @Raz RAZ -An almost entirely instrumental 3-piece band featuring Dan Goldstone on guitar, Pera Frank on bass, and George Krethlow-Shaw on drums. Raz's original music is a blend of Jazz, Funk, Surf, Pop, Rock Fusion; with the mission of pushing musical boundaries."Raz is one of the most [...]
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RAZAn almost entirely instrumental 3-piece band featuring Dan Goldstone on guitar, Pera Frank on bass, and George Krethlow-Shaw on drums. Raz’s original music is a blend of Jazz, Funk, Surf, Pop, Rock Fusion; with the mission of pushing musical boundaries. “Raz is one of the most unique fusion bands in Essex. With their constant changes [...] |
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Sundays on the Square launches on Sunday 8th March 2026!A brand-new Monthly Sunday market is coming to the city centre as Sundays on the Square launches in the newly built St Nicholas Square, with live music playing throughout the afternoon.The market will feature a curated mix of independent local traders, including street food, drinks, crafts, [...]
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Tickets £4Doors open 12pm, show starts at 12:30pmThis show is for a seated audience.The bar will be open throughout.The The / Soul MiningMost of us will muddle through the emotional intensity of late adolescence before moving on with the rest of our lives – but if you’re Matt Johnson, you shut yourself away in the [...]
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Two of Colchesters finest singer/songwriters are joining forces to showcase their very best songs.This Sunday afternoon gig is not to be missed and is a free, no ticket event, but donations are encouraged.Let's keep live music alive!! |
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Tickets £16.50.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.'Sam Carter is a brilliant guitarist and songwriter who combines the observational with social comment and personal reflection’ Songlines‘A singer who can hold the audience spellbound all by himself’ R2‘Really wonderful’ Jools HollandMidlands-born Sam Carter is a BBC Folk Award-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist renowned [...] |
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Join us on Tuesday 10th March for our Off the Beaten Track Wine & Food Pairing Evening. Explore the wines of Austria & Hungry 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 [...]
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Desiree Burch: The Golden Wrath TourThere comes a day when you look around and wonder “is the world a raging bin fire, or is it perimenopause?” The answer, my friend, is “yes”.Authentic, curious, and gleefully irascible, storyteller and comedian Desiree Burch leads a madcap voyage through the Middle Ages – AKA the mid-life crisis, and [...] |
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Join us for our FREE 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 [...]
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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 [...] |
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The Theatre Arts Society presents their Spring Show!Written by William ShakespeareDirected by Lou NaïloLove. Deceit. Soirées. Shakespeare.Step into the roaring ’20s filled with love, deceit, and soirées, for Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing.Against a backdrop of the 1920s highlife, follow four lovers and their blooming relationship as they try to overcome bitter rivalries and life-threatening [...]
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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 [...]
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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 [...]
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A brand new painting comes to Colchester at Artsy Image.No experience necessary.Come along and have lots of fun creating something you didn't think possible.
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Jake Cheek performs live at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester, with support from Jake Martin, George Gadd, and Daniel Stephen Turner.Jake Cheek - Local legend Jake Cheek may be best known for his amazing bass tones his other project "Shed" but Jake is also a jaw dropping solo artist in his own right and a must [...]
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Tickets £20.50.Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm.This show is for a seated audience.American stand up comedian Russell Hicks is back on tour. It’s been a big year for Russell. He’s appeared in multiple feature films including Edgar Wright's The Running Man (2025). You also may have seen his phenomenally successful 'Dear Diary' series on Instagram, [...]
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Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 26 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 24 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AMLive Nation Presale : Thu, 25 Sep 2025 at 10:00 AM |
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All Tickets £35.Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm.This show is for a seated audience.Open Road, the Essex-based drugs & alcohol support charity, invites you to a night of wondrous entertainment for the very best of causes, featuring JOHN ROBINS!Join critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, Taskmaster champion, and award-winning broadcaster John Robins in conversation about alcohol addiction [...]
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Samantics is back with ‘The Tour of One Guy With Two Sides’ which is almost as much a mouthful as his lyrics. Having hand-picked a selection of some of his favourite venues, each night will showcase the two contrasting sides of Samantics across two very different sets. Opening as his own support act, he will [...]
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Doors Open at 7pm Quiz starts at 8pmColchester Rugby Club in partnership with Big Jims Pub Quiz presents The Real 60 General knowledge quiz. The 2nd Friday of every Month. “Get your phone's or tablets charged and ready" CRC presents a new way to quiz in a new Rugby Club in the heart of the [...]
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𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗕𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝘆𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 🌎𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 👥𝗺𝘆𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗜𝗦 𝗕𝗔𝗖𝗞!!𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗧𝗼 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 @codacolchester 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗧𝗼 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗢𝗳 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🎀𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗽𝗶𝗽𝗲𝘀, 𝗡𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗔𝗶𝗿 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗢𝗻𝗲𝘀 👟 𝗔𝗻𝗱.. 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 🤳 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝘄𝗼 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗢𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗘𝗠𝗢 𝗦𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗘 & 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡-𝗕𝗘𝗧𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗡 🖤𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗨𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗢𝗗𝗔 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗢𝗦𝗢𝗻 𝗔𝗻 𝗘𝗺𝗼'𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝗙𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗧𝗛𝗘 [...] |
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Join us for a calm and creative afternoon learning the traditional skill of willow weaving while making your own plant support for the garden.In this friendly, guided workshop, you’ll work with natural willow to create a sturdy and attractive plant support - ideal for climbing plants such as sweet peas, beans, clematis, or roses. You’ll [...]
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Join us for a beautiful and relaxing morning creating your own Living Wreath - designed with bulbs, flowers, seeds and foliage to grow and evolve throughout spring.All materials are provided, and no experience is needed. It’s a lovely hands-on workshop perfect for plant lovers, creatives, or anyone wanting to try something new.Tickets include your choice [...]
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Mercury Creatives Masterclass - Selling Yourself, Pitching and Public Speaking with Fern Potter. This 2.5-hour session runs from 12.30-3pm and will help you develop skills in pitching projects to prospective funders and investors and in presentation techniques.Using Mehrabian’s model of communication and language that persuades and engages, and a range of exercises, you will learn [...]
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Join us for a calm and creative Painted Candle Workshop where you’ll design and paint your own decorative candle to take home. This session is perfect for beginners and those who simply want to enjoy a mindful afternoon of making, with all materials provided and step-by-step guidance throughout. Set in a friendly, welcoming space, the [...]
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Existentialist & Three Wise Monkeys are excited to present a day of heavy music from across the UK:ExistentialistMoon ReaperVeiledPerpetual ParadoxEyes of a NihilistKnocked For SixLichand music DJ Darren Smith of the Massacre Metal Night.https://ticketscandy.com/e/massacre-metal-night-existentialist-three-wise-monkeys-present-heavy-metal-fest-13191
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Join us for a night of heavy metal music at Three Wise Monkeys in Colchester on March 14, 2026. Doors open at 3 PM, with DJ Darren Smith spinning tracks from open to close, The lineup features:- 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM: Lich- 5:20 PM - 5:50 PM: Knocked For Six- 6:10 PM - 6:40 [...]
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🎤 RAISE THE ROOF, COLCHESTER! 🎶Rob Lamberti returns to Colchester with the world’s No.1 George Michael tribute — the show everyone’s talking about!💫 Live at Charter Hall, Colchester🗓️ Saturday 14th March 2026Celebrate the music of George Michael — a true global icon whose timeless songs, soulful voice, and unforgettable stage presence defined a generation. From [...]
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Head down to the stadium to see our stunning Whitney Houston Tribute, Nya. Performing all of Whitney's biggest hits! Doors will open for this event from 7.30pm with Nya performing from approx. 8.30pm. The night will finish at midnight. Over 16's only.
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Elgar: Froissart OvertureFinzi: Clarinet ConcertoSoloist: Daniel ProzeskyElgar: Enigma Variations |
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PET NEEDS – Elbows Out! - This is Capitalism - album launch tour.Pet Needs are stripping things right back and bringing an intimate acoustic set to the Victoria Inn as part of the launch of their brand new album. Expect raw versions, stories behind the songs, and the kind of close-up chaos you only get [...]
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Lady Nade Sings Nina SimoneSunday 15th March Colchester Arts Centre, ColchesterDoors 7pmMusic 7.30pmAn Unmissable Evening Honouring the Legendary Nina Simone Award-winning artist Lady Nade takes the stage with her powerhouse vocals, backed by a talented six-piece band, to celebrate the iconic Nina Simone a woman whose voice shook the world and whose songs continue to [...] |
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Tickets £21.Doors open 7.30pm, starts 8pm.This gig is for a seated audience.Following the success of his Winter Yards Band tour, Steve Knightley is delighted to announce Sanctuary – Songs from Sacred Spaces. Known for his songs of history and location , Steve will create an evening of material beautifully matched to these resonant venues — [...] |
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Chesney Hawkes became one of the biggest pop stars of his era with his irresistiblemega-hit ‘The One and Only’, becoming one of the most recognisable songs of a generation.Having spent over a decade in LA, Chesney is finally back and bigger than ever, with his long awaited comeback album ‘Living Arrows’ securing BBC Radio 2’s [...]
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Tonight we’re blending a relaxed social gathering with an opportunity to explore the printed medium. Tables will be set up throughout the hall where members can display possibly unseen and/or unmounted printed images they’ve created. This is a chance to discover a variety of genres, explore ideas, discuss paper types and receive valuable feedback to [...]
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St Patricks Day 2026 @ The Greyhound Wivenhoe |
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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 Upstairs Bar on Thu 19 Mar at [...] |
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All guns blazing 3 piece punk outfit hailing from the Norfolk badlands. Serving up deep fried bangers with an electric stage presence on Friday 20th March.THE LOUD. THE DRUNK. AND THE GOD DAMN COWBOYS.The Reverse Cowboys sit somewhere between punk and hard rock. 2 singles are currently available on all online streaming platforms and more [...]
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Join us for our first Comedy Night of 2025, hosted by our brilliant regular MC Justin Panks.Opening the show is award-winning comedian Paul F. Taylor, bringing his signature absurdist style of offbeat one-liners, surreal observations, and high-energy, chaotic storytelling.In the middle spot, award-winning comedian and actress Wendy delivers sharp, warm comedy drawn from her acclaimed [...]
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20th March 2026, 7:30pm at Headgate Theatre. Gazelle Theatre is excited to be taking their brand new show on tour! After a sell out tour of the 5 star show Romiet Gazelle are hitting the road with a brand new improv show. With a new actor joining the touring cast at every show it is [...]
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Join us for a deliciously indulgent evening exploring the surprising harmony between English wine and chocolate. This guided tasting event will feature six delicious English wines, each thoughtfully paired with a complementary chocolate to highlight unexpected flavours, textures and contrasts.Our events are designed for all types of wine drinker, we don't do stuffy tastings at [...] |
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Lisa will talk about her memoir STILL RUNNING AFTER ALL THESE TEARS: A tale of love, loss and laughter, which describes one woman's determination to survive unbearable grief - and get back into running - one step at a time.Lisa Jackson is a hypnotherapist, running writer and Runner's World columnist, and the author of the [...]
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A Saturday afternoon showcase featuring:Karen Black (Trio)??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 [...]
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Emilia Quinn brings her full band to Essex heading to Three Wise Monkeys with guests The Jackson LineEmilia Quinn is a dynamic UK-based musician and singer-songwriter known for her raw, soulful voice and genre-bending sound that fuses Americana, Country, Blues, Rock and more. With a background in classical training and a passion for storytelling, Emilia [...]
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Join us for an evening of exceptional entertainment as “Dolly” takes the stage with a vibrant and heartfelt tribute to one of country music’s most legendary figures.Doors open 7.30pm, with the act on from approx. 8.30pm. Over 16's only.Parking is free at the stadium when attending one of our events. Simply enter your car registration [...]
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Join us for a fresh and energetic performance of Handel's 'Messiah' with some top quality soloists on Saturday 21st March at St Botolph's Church. https://colchesterchoralsociety.co.uk/ |
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Ostara Women’s Drum Circle -Awakening SpringYou are warmly invited to gather in sacred circle as we honour Ostara, the Spring Equinox, a time of balance, renewal and new beginnings. As light and dark meet in perfect harmony, we come together as women to awaken what is stirring within us, to shake off the heaviness of [...]
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Test your knowledge of the amazing show, and help raise money for an incredible cause!- £3 a head (CASH ONLY)- Maximum 6 to a team- Food served throughout - Book by selecting the date of the quiz and choosing quiz booking: threewisemonkeyscolchester.com/book-a-table If you book and then decide not to attend, please CANCEL YOUR BOOKING.Please [...]
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Expect an abundance of Hot Club excitement from Ben Holder, the extraordinary rising star of Stephane Grappelli-style jazz violin and arguably one of the most talented and captivating jazz musicians you will encounter live.Dubbed 'The ginger violin guy', you can look forward to an energetic blend of traditional jazz, mainstream jazz, and swing, complemented by [...]
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“Get your feet tapping and your jaw dropping at the speed of his fingers. Top quality musicianship and utter entertainment.” - Little Live Music Company"Chilled and confident, he also has the capacity to switch seamlessly within the same bar from virtuosic violin to vocals." - London Jazz ReviewExpect an abundance of Hot Club excitement with [...] |
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Designed for children aged 2 1/2 to 4, along with their parents, grandparents, and carers, these monthly sessions offer an immersive journey of scientific or historical exploration and discovery.Got a preschooler interested in science and the natural world? Why not book a place on our fabulous Mini Museum Explorers session! This month we’ll be reading [...]
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Appraisal by Paul Parkinson ARPS CPAGB BPE 3*Header Image: Elusive Little Bittern - Naomi Foster CPAGB BPE2* |
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Nella Racksole wants steak and beer for her birthday treat, but these are not on the menu of the exclusive Grand Babylon Hotel – so her American Railroad Millionaire father obligingly buys the chef… the kitchen… the entire hotel.However, The Grand Babylon is not all it seems, and Theodore Racksole soon discovers there’s more than [...]
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The Grand Babylon Hotel by Arnold Bennett�Adapted for the stage by Deborah McAndrew�Directed by Conrad NelsonNella Racksole wants steak and beer for her birthday treat, but these are not on the menu of the exclusive Grand Babylon Hotel – so her American Railroad Millionaire father obligingly buys the chef… the kitchen… the entire hotel.However, The [...] |
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Join us for a beautifully relaxed and creative evening at Romano Lounge, where you’ll learn to weave your very own willow heart with lights. This stunning piece makes a perfect decoration for your home, a thoughtful handmade gift, or even a lovely early Valentine’s project.No experience is needed, you’ll be guided step-by-step, and all materials [...]
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Booking info at bottom of this post. Thursday 26th March 7.30pm to 9.30pm - back at Wivenhoe Bowls Club - doors 7pm (please use Woodland Way entrance)Top notch live stand-up comedy from Pam Ford"Pam Ford is a force of nature" The Scotsman"Bold, brash, and absolutely hilarious, Pam Ford is a powerhouse of comedy" Jongleurs ComedySupport: [...]
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Tickets £26.50Doors open 7pm.This gig is for a standing audience.AGMP Concerts proudly presents AU PAIRS'Playing With A Different Sex' 45th Anniversary + very special guests:GINA BIRCH & THE UNREASONABLESFirst concert in over 40 years for legendary Post Punk group AU PAIRS.Au Pairs formed in late 1978 in Birmingham, UK in the post-punk era. They were [...]
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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 [...] |
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Our first Tap Takeover of 2026 is landing at The Vic – and we’re kicking things off in style with the brilliant Radio City Brewery 🍻For the very first time, Radio City are bringing a line-up featuring 100% cask beers on the pumps, alongside three seriously tasty keg pours. If you love your beer fresh, [...]
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Do you love all things drag?! Well strut right up because “NOW! That’s What I Call…DRAG!” is BACK! Bringing you not only a gorgeous night of drag in COLCHESTER at the iconic Three Wise Monkeys, but it's also...our Birthday Show! That's right, it's been 3 WHOLE YEARS of this iconic drag night making it's mark [...]
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An Enveloping Night Of Sonic DissonanceTickets £8 / £7 concessionsDoors open 7pm.This gig is for a standing audience.ABRASIVE TREESDescribed as ‘utterly enticing’ by Louder Than War and ‘a transcendent experience of euphoric dissonance’ by Post-Punk.com, Abrasive Trees take their name from a Buddhist description of a hallucination-like nightmare realm. Led by Matthew Rochford (Silver Moth/Rothko), [...]
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Under The Turning Light: A Night of Post Rock & Alternative – Abrasive Trees + Rothko + Strandings +
Under The Turning Light: A Night of Post Rock & Alternative – Abrasive Trees + Rothko + Strandings +
Tickets £8 / £7 concessionsDoors open 7pm.This gig is for a standing audience.ABRASIVE TREESDescribed as ‘utterly enticing’ by Louder Than War and ‘a transcendent experience of euphoric dissonance’ by Post-Punk.com, Abrasive Trees take their name from a Buddhist description of a hallucination-like nightmare realm. Led by Matthew Rochford (Silver Moth/Rothko), the band display a willingness [...]
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Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Wed, 2 Jul 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Join us for a night of line dancing to live music.£8 entryDoors open 7:15pm for 8pmNo bar so bring your own.Tea and coffee available.Contact Trish on 07815 125261 to book a place
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Sumo Beatz is back again this March! Bringing you more Drum & Bass to Colchester Trilogy nightclub Colchester!This month DJ Heist is celebrating his birthday! We've had a few of these special nights in the past and the line ups, music and vibes have always been one to remember as many of you will recall. [...] |
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Join us at Colcheco for a relaxing and creative afternoon making a beautiful sparkly goldwork bee. You’ll learn how to use beads, sequins and goldwork techniques to create a detailed, shimmering bee design - perfect to frame, gift, or turn into a brooch or decoration.This workshop is suitable for both complete beginners and those with [...]
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Try our free Easter worksheet! Available Tuesday to Sunday, 28 March – 12 April, during opening hours.Follow clues around the museum, complete a fun worksheet, and uncover fascinating facts as you explore natural history in this interactive, hands-on adventure designed for curious young visitors.This worksheet is suitable for ages 5+.For useful information, such as how [...]
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Nick Butterworth of beloved 'Percy The Park Keeper' fame will be at Red Lion Books signing his most recent booksSaturday 28th March, 2pmOn the ground floor of Red Lion Books until 2.30pmNick will be in signing copies of his latest two titles Cross Rabbit and The Easter Egg HuntWe'd love to see you here. If [...]
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Henry Cluneys brilliant XSLF play the TWM Colchester.Playing the Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester for the first time…Founding Stiff Little Fingers' member Henry Cluney brings his band XSLF to the venue.Henry formed XSLF in 2013 with former SLF drummer Jim Reilly, although Jim (on the advice of his doctor) had to leave the band in 2021 [...]
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Playing the Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester for the first time…Founding Stiff Little Fingers’ member Henry Cluney brings his band XSLF to the venue.Henry formed XSLF in 2013 with former SLF drummer Jim Reilly, although Jim (on the advice of his doctor) had to leave the band in 2021 and drumming duties are now taken care [...]
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Jungle Cakes returns to Truth for our biggest ever DnB event in Colchester. Get ready... Saturday 28th March.▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀- - FULL LINEUP - -➤ Crossy ➤ Ed Solo ➤ Deekline ➤ Kivi ➤ Øbtain➤ Society➤ SYD ➤ Chlo➤ Zaba ➤ Supermase➤ Buttons ➤ Milhouse➤ Bacchus➤ Scoundrel Hosted By ➤ Beanie MC ▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗘𝗧𝗦Early Bird On sale Now [...]
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Dig into the past this Easter! On 30 March from 10 AM to 4 PM, enjoy expert talks, fun fossil‑themed crafts and worksheets, and bring your own discoveries for identification. [...]
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Meet a medieval costumed character and step back into life at the Castle! Join us every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3 PM to 4:30 PM, from 30 March to [...] |
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From 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM on 1 April and 8 April, we offer a special session designed for visitors with autism or other sensory sensitivities to enjoy the museum in a calm and relaxed atmosphere. We turn off sounds and visual displays during this time to reduce sensory stimulation.In the Chapel, we have a [...]
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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 [...]
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A&E Comedy presents GAME OF CRONESSharpen your swords! A&E Comedy return with their epic sequel to Enter the Dragons. Game of Crones sees our dauntless fools don the armour of absurdity and march into the "third age"—society's invisible wasteland. Funny, feral, and gloriously unapologetic: a riotous celebration of women who refuse to fade quietly. |
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A Mercury Theatre, Little Angel Theatre and Mayflower Southampton co-production.A brand-new family musical for everyone over the age of 5!Meet Toto. She might look like an ordinary cat, but she’s no ordinary feline. Almost completely blind, Toto has incredible ninja skills, a big heart, and a nose for adventure. By day, she naps like any [...] 
A Mercury Theatre Colchester, Little Angel Theatre and Mayflower Southampton co-production. A brand-new family musical for everyone over the age of 5! Meet Toto. She might look like an ordinary cat, but she’s no ordinary feline. Almost completely blind, Toto has incredible ninja skills, a big heart, and a nose for adventure. By day, she naps [...]
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Can you break the Serpent’s Curse? On 2 April 2026, the Castle will be hosting a special evening of escape experiences.Set inside Europe’s largest Norman keep, you and your team will explore the unexplained goings‑on that have caused several members of the Castle staff to mysteriously disappear. In this thrilling, fast‑paced challenge, you’ll need to [...]
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AK Blakemore talking about The Manningtree Witches.A book we discussed, with Amy, over Zoom, during the lock down. back in the day!. We are thrilled to have an in person event with herThursday, 2nd April at 6pm, in person at Red Lion Books
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COLCHESTER: Dead Species UK and Timeframe Booking present: TO OBEY A TYRANT and RUINS OF PERCEPTION - cruising over the UK with a Deathcore display to be sickened by. The most impressive and intense bands in the genre join forces after a huge European tour to bring 9 dates of pure evil to the United [...] |
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Get yourselves to Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester for a massive night of live music from Not The Biff – the UK’s most explosive tribute to Biffy ClyroGet ready for anthems, energy, and full-on singalong moments. Expect bangers like Many of Horror, Bubbles, A Little Love, Mountains and loads more.When: Friday 3rd AprilWhere: Three Wise Monkeys, [...]
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Get ready for a joy-filled trip back to your school days as Primary School Bangers comes to Charter Hall!Britain’s favourite teacher James B Partridge takes you from the classroom to the concert hall in a hilarious, heartwarming celebration of the songs we all grew up singing. From He’s Got the Whole World to This Little [...] |
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EGGSTRAVAGANZA – Everything You Need to Know! ���EGGSTRAVAGANZA is coming to Charter Hall, Colchester and here’s your quick guide before you roll in!⸻� Session Times – SATURDAY 4th April 2026� 11–12: Relaxed Session (sensory-friendly)� 12–5: Family Skate (all ages, under-14s with an adult)� 7–11:30: Over-14s Roller Disco⸻� Skate Hire Info� Pre-book hire – it sells [...]
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Join us for a beautiful and relaxing morning creating your own Living Wreath - designed with bulbs, flowers, seeds and foliage to grow and evolve throughout spring.All materials are provided, and no experience is needed. It’s a lovely hands-on workshop perfect for plant lovers, creatives, or anyone wanting to try something new.Tickets include your choice [...]
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Get out over the Easter weekend and enjoy some classic retro tunes in your local pub. |
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🐣 The Rec Community Market – Easter Edition 🐣Join us for a fun, family-friendly Easter day out at the Rec!📅 Sunday 5th April⏰ 10am – 4pm📍 Old Heath Recreation Ground, CO1 2ER🎟 FREE entryExpect a great mix of: 🍔 Food & drink stalls🛍️ Local traders🐣 Easter egg hunt🎪 Bouncy castles🐕 Dog-friendly atmosphereA relaxed, community-focused event [...]
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Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Thu, 16 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMTicketmaster Presale : Wed, 15 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AM |
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