Variety Events in Colchester

Some events do not fit neatly into a single category. Find a mix of entertainment and events in Colchester that bring together different styles, performers and formats.

The listings below include events at Colchester Arts Centre, Headgate Theatre, the Mercury Theatre and independent venues across the city. They cover mixed bills, cabaret, sport and shows combining several forms of entertainment.

Keep Colchester Cool has supported the city’s arts and cultural scene since 2009. This page is updated regularly, but please check times, booking information and other details with the venue or organiser before travelling.

Variety entertainment in Colchester

Colchester’s variety events bring different performers and art forms together, often within the same show. A single night might include music, comedy, cabaret, circus, magic or spoken word.

Colchester Arts Centre, Headgate Theatre and the Mercury Theatre host established and touring performers, while pubs, bars and independent spaces provide room for smaller shows, new ideas and mixed line-ups.

The programme changes regularly, so return to this page for the latest variety events.

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