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SUMMARY:Oktoberfest Colchester 2026
DESCRIPTION:The UK’s biggest Oktoberfest tour returns to Colchester! \n🚨SIGN UP FOR TICKETS FROM £15🚨 \nJoin us for a legendary celebration featuring:�✨Bavarian beer bar✨Mini Trader Village✨Oompah bands✨Live music✨XL bier steins✨Gourmet Bratwurst & Pretzels✨Photo Booth✨Lederhosens✨Singalongs & MORE! \n🎟️Get tickets from just £15&🎟️VIP TABLE TICKET \nTickets go live Friday 27th of February at 8am!First come\, first served.  \nSign up TODAY for tickets! \n🔗 – www.oktoberfestcolchester.co.uk📍 Lower Castle Park📅 Friday 2nd & Saturday 3rd October 202618+
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/oktoberfest-colchester-2026/
LOCATION:Lower Castle Park\, Lower Castle Park
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SUMMARY:Luther Live & Velvet Voices
DESCRIPTION:Luther Live & Velvet Voices Step into a world of soul\, romance\, and unforgettable grooves with Luther Live & Velvet Voices – the ultimate live theatre experience celebrating the golden era of R’n’B. This electrifying show brings the smooth sounds of Luther Vandross\, Alexander O’Neal and many others to life\, with powerhouse vocals\, a sensational live band\, and all the emotion you’d expect from the voices that defined a generation.But the magic doesn’t stop there. Luther Live & Velvet Voices also pays tribute to a roll call of R’n’B royalty\, including Marvin Gaye\, Bobby Brown\, and George Benson – delivering hit after hit from the 80s and 90s that’ll have audiences dancing in the aisles and singing every word.Expect to hear ‘Never Too Much’\, ‘Shine’\, ‘Give Me The Reason’\, ‘Dance With My Father’\, ‘Criticize’\, ‘Saturday Love’\, ‘If You Were Here Tonight’\, ‘Sexual Healing’\, ‘Give Me The Night’ and many many more. Introducing the sensational vocal talents of Gamal John (Britain’s Got Talent gold buzzer rule breaker)Get ready for an unforgettable night of smooth tunes\, sweet harmonies\, and soul-stirring performances. Luther Live & Velvet Voices – where the spirit of classic R’n’B lives on. \n★★★★★ “Absolute Superstar” –AleshaDixon \n★★★★★ “Masterclass”– Simon Cowell  \n★★★★★ “Gobsmacked and Speechless” – Bruno Toniolli \n★★★★★ “Amazing” – Amanda Holden
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/luther-live-velvet-voices/
LOCATION:Colchester Charter Hall\, Colchester Charter Hall
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SUMMARY:Gaz Brookfield
DESCRIPTION:TWM Live presents Gaz Brookfield\, performing live at Three Wise Monkeys\, Colchester. \nFolk/Punk festival favourite\, Brookfield has been at this for a while now. Since winning Acoustic Magazine Singer/Songwriter of the year way back in 2010 he has continued to tirelessly tour the length and breadth of the country\, building a strong and loyal following where he goes. \nDate: Friday\, 9 October \nVenue: Three Wise Monkeys\, Colchester \nTickets: £15 + booking fee \nStart time: 7:30pm \nAges: 18+ \nPlease note that access to the top floor of Three Wise Monkeys does not have a lift\, but there are rest opportunities between each flight of stairs. \nViewer discretion is advised: This show may potentially contain flashing and strobing lighting effects. \nWe wanted to inform you of our refund policy regarding event tickets. Please note that we will be unable to process any ticket refunds within 7 days of the event. \nWe understand that circumstances may arise that prevent you from attending the event\, but unfortunately\, we are unable to accommodate refund requests within this timeframe.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/gaz-brookfield/
LOCATION:60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom\, 60 High Street\, CO1 1DN Colchester\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:COMMOTION FEST 2026
DESCRIPTION:COLCHESTER\, IT’S TIME FOR YOUR THIRD CHANCE TO CAUSE A COMMOTION!!! \nCOMMOTION FEST is back for round 3 in 2026 featuring some of the best Essex rock and metal bands and rounded off by some special guest out of town bands! \nThe bands causing a commotion in 2026 are: \nTBC \nDoors will open at 4pm and bands will play until 11pm with an official Three Wise Monkeys DJ afterparty taking you right through to 1am! \nOVER 100 PEOPLE came to cause a COMMOTION in both 2024 and 2025\, so get your tickets NOW to not miss out!
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/commotion-fest-2026/
LOCATION:Three Wise Monkeys Colchester
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SUMMARY:Wishbone Ash - The Time Was Tour // Colchester Arts Centre
DESCRIPTION:THE TIME WAS TOUR 2026 \nFor over five decades\, Wishbone Ash has stood as one of rock music’s most enduring and influential forces\, their pioneering twin-lead guitar sound providing a blueprint for the generations of rock\, metal\, and progressive artists that followed in their footsteps. With an extensive catalogue\, countless miles on the road\, and a legacy woven into the fabric of rock history\, they continue to inspire audiences worldwide. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to experience a legendary band that don’t just celebrate their illustrious past\, but continue to embrace the future.
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/wishbone-ash-the-time-was-tour-colchester-arts-centre/
LOCATION:Colchester Arts Centre\, Colchester Arts Centre
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SUMMARY:A Vision of Elvis Mercury Theatre Colchester
DESCRIPTION:A Vision of Elvis – The Ultimate Elvis Tribute ShowCelebrate the music of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll with the UK’s supreme Elvis tribute artist – Rob Kingsley – and his sensational cast in a breathtaking recreation of a live Elvis Presley concert.This high-energy\, visually stunning production takes you on an unforgettable journey through Elvis’s iconic career\, featuring timeless classics like:🎤 It’s Now or Never🎤 The Wonder of You🎤 Burning Love🎤 In the Ghetto🎤 Suspicious Minds🎤 American Trilogy…and many more fan favourites.From the moment the show begins\, Rob Kingsley’s connection with the audience is electric. His uncanny resemblance\, voice\, charisma\, and movements capture the very soul of Elvis\, delivering an emotionally charged and authentic musical experience like no other.Officially Endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises (EPE) for charitable contributions and by Ed Bonja – Elvis’s official photographer and road manager (1970–1977) – who said:“On stage Rob Kingsley looks extraordinarily like Elvis. He sings like Elvis\, but most importantly\, he seems to capture the very soul of Elvis – his charisma\, his gestures – hell\, he even walks like Elvis!”Milestones & Accolades:The first Elvis tribute artist to perform at the New Wembley Stadium – live to over 50\,000 fansHeadlining theatres\, festivals\, and arenas worldwideVoted No.1 Elvis Tribute Artist & Best Overall Male Artist – National Music Tribute AwardsGrand European Champion – Europe’s Largest Elvis CompetitionBest Vegas Elvis – Europe’s Largest Elvis CompetitionWhat the Critics Say:“The King is Back” – Rolling Stones Magazine“Like a one-to-one with Elvis” – President\, Official Elvis Presley Fan Club Finland“Elvis was in the building” – President\, Official Elvis Presley Fan Club India“Entertaining\, Enthralling and Electric” – TheLatest.co.uk“Simply Superb” – North West End“The best just got better” – Lorna Weekes\, Theatre Reviewer📍 Tour Dates & Tickets: www.elvistributeuk.com
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/a-vision-of-elvis-mercury-theatre-colchester/
LOCATION:Mercury Theatre Colchester\, Mercury Theatre Colchester
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SUMMARY:Jonathan Pie: The End Of The World According To Jonathan Pie
DESCRIPTION:Sale Dates and Times: \nPublic Onsale : Fri\, 28 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM \nTicketmaster Presale : Thu\, 27 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AM
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/jonathan-pie-the-end-of-the-world-according-to-jonathan-pie/
LOCATION:Colchester Charter Hall\, Colchester Charter Hall
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SUMMARY:Performance Retreat with Amy Sigil and Catherine Taylor
DESCRIPTION:Applications are now open! https://forms.gle/ZhmSqAinckUPiPY97  \nApplication window will close on 19th January 2026. Please note\, you will need to learna a short combo and send in a video of yourself dancing it\, so don’t leave your application till the last minute! \nIdalia Performance Retreat with Amy Sigil and Catherine Taylor31st Oct – 6th Nov 2026in the historic city of Colchester\, UK \nA week for growth\, creativity and connection.No work\, no chores\, no day-to-day stresses.Just dance\, inspiration\, friendship and fun. \nA week for YOU.  \nJoin Catherine and SPECIAL GUEST AMY SIGIL for a dance experience that is both supportive and challenging\, grounding and innovative. A dance experience that’s all about HEART. \nA total of 50hrs of instruction! \nBefore the retreat: 15hrs of online classes \nDuring the retreat: 35hrs of in-person training+ social events+ ‘ask us anything’ evening with the teachers+ theatre show+ professional photos and video from the show \nInvestment: £780Accommodation can be arranged for an additional costPayment plans availableScholarships available \nMore info: www.catherinetaylordance.co.uk/learn-to-dance/#performanceretreat2026
URL:https://keepcolchestercool.co.uk/event/performance-retreat-with-amy-sigil-and-catherine-taylor/
LOCATION:Headgate Theatre\, Headgate Theatre
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