Things to do in Colchester- Page 2

Colchester Roman and Medieval Festival

Re-enactors from the Viking, Roman and Medieval periods showing fighting skills, cookery and living history camps.A grand Market with all kinds of treasures for…

Lower Castle Park, Colchester

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The Big Indie Tribute Festival

THE BIG INDIE TRIBUTE FESTIVAL IS HERE! The biggest indie tribute festival is set to take the roof off of Colchester!

Charter Hall, Colchester

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Cloudbusting: The Music of Kate Bush

Cloudbusting’ brings this experience to Kate Bush fans across the UK. The new concert showcases the band's recent performance of the Hounds of Love album agains…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

The Take That Experience

As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK's number one boy band, The Take That Experience mark over a decade together as their most popular and recognised…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Clearwater Creedence Revival

Selling out at venues all over the world, Clearwater Creedence Revival feature road-hardened players who, collectively have performed with – Stax legend Steve C…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

The Mersey Beatles

The Mersey Beatles have been rocking sold-out shows around the globe since 1999 with their truly authentic and widely acclaimed celebration of John, Paul, Georg…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Limehouse Lizzy

Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide.

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

Oasis96 - Oasis Tribute

Tribute to the infamous Oasis.

Charter Hall, Colchester

A Vision of Elvis

Put on your Blue Suede Shoes and come celebrate the music of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll with the UK’s supreme Elvis – Rob Kingsley – and his talented cast.

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Money for Nothing

Money for nothing was formed in 2000 as a tribute to one of the world’s premier rock bands – Dire Straits.

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Guns 2 Roses

Guns 2 Roses Est. 2002 - The world's most successful Guns N Roses tribute band!The Only GNR tribute to have performed with 4 different members of Guns N Roses.

Charter Hall, Colchester

Fleetwood Bac

Fleetwood Bac were the world's first Fleetwood Mac tribute show. The classic Mac sound, the look, the mystical atmosphere and that infamous on-stage chemistry a…

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

The 9075

The 9075, formed in August 2019 from a jamming session, are the world's first tribute dedicated to celebrating the music and essence of The 1975.With a 2-hour s…

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

Ultimate Coldplay

Since launching in 2017, Ultimate Coldplay have been widely recognised as being the world's most accurate and well rounded tribute to Coldplay.

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

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The Style Councillors

The world's only tribute to the mighty Style Council, a full 11 piece line-up replicating the very best from probably the best pop group in the world!The Style…

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

London Calling: A Tribute to The Clash

London Calling, The World's Premiere Tribute To The Clash, Will Be Playing The 'A' & 'B' Sides Of Singles Released By The Clash Between 1977-1983.The Clash Form…

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

Caroline - A New Musical

Presented by the East Anglian Touring Consortium."A radio station for young people! Why do we need that?

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

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Lessons From Teacher x

Cam is a hopeless romantic, a secondary school teacher falling for a handsome stranger.Crystal is an online model, punishing men for money.One has pupils, the o…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

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The Comedy Network (5th June)

Avalon Comedy's The Comedy Network is a monthly series of laugh-out-loud comedy nights, featuring the best up-and-coming comedians - we can promise you a great…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

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HONEYBADGER with support from FREAK

Brighton trio Honeybadger are tearing through the UK rock scene with a sound as raw and unrelenting as their name suggests.

Coda, Colchester

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Constable Capers

Join us in an entertaining evening of time travelling tales with mirth and music.

Constable Hall, Colchester

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National Theatre Live: The Playboy of the Western World

The Playboy of the Western World by John Millington Synge and directed by Caitrona McLaughlinNicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins anna Hardwicke (The Sixth Comman…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

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National Theatre Live: The Playboy of the Western World

The Playboy of the Western World by John Millington Synge and directed by Caitrona McLaughlinNicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins anna Hardwicke (The Sixth Comman…

Firstsite, Colchester

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Fleece Jazz Presents: Theo Travis' Doubletalk Band

One of the very best young tenor saxophonists of this or any other jazz generation in Britain BBC Radio 2We are delighted to welcome back to Fleece Jazz the int…

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa, Colchester

Art Jam with Art Harbour

Based on a different theme each session, Art Jam with Art Harbour at Firstsite is a free opportunity to explore, experiment and develop your own art ideas.With…

Firstsite, Colchester

Colchester Food and Drink Festival

Experience the excitement of the Colchester Food and Drink Festival!Enjoy free convenient, complimentary parking!Indulge in a one-of-a-kind experience at our fr…

Lower Castle Park, Colchester

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Colchester Food And Drink Festival

Join us for two delicious days of food, drink, shopping, music, and family fun at one of Essex’s favourite summer events!

Castle Park, Colchester

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Sausage & Cider Festival

Sausage and Cider Festival returns.First phase line up announced!Special Guests- The Final Barrioke UK Tour! - Big John – BOSH! - Brand New – Pat Sharp’s Funhou…

Castle Park, Colchester

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Colchester Pride

Colchester Pride features a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities including the Main Stage, featuring local and national acts and our wonderful Market area,…

Firstsite, Colchester

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UB40 featuring Ali Campbell

The original line-up of UB40 with Ali, Astro and Mickey enjoyed huge success over a period of 30 years from 1979 until 2008, including number 1 album’s and mult…

Castle Park, Colchester

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UB40 featuring Ali Campbell

The original line-up of UB40 with Ali, Astro and Mickey enjoyed huge success over a period of 30 years from 1979 until 2008, including number 1 album’s and mult…

Colchester Castle, Colchester

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Hollywood Vampires

In 1972, on the Sunset Strip at a club called the Rainbow Bar & Grill, the Hollywood Vampires were born in the upstairs bar.

Colchester Castle, Colchester

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Hollywood Vampires

In 1972, on the Sunset Strip at a club called the Rainbow Bar & Grill, the Hollywood Vampires were born in the upstairs bar.

Castle Park, Colchester

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Alb Festival

Alb Festival at Castle Park, Colchester

Castle Park, Colchester

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The Emo Festival

The Emo Festival is coming to Colchester! The greatest tribute night to the music that was never just a phase… TEENAGE NOSTALGIA featuring all your biggest emo…

Charter Hall, Colchester

Graham Parker

Regarded as one of the UK's most distinguished and original songwriters Graham Parker is perhaps best known as lead singer of Graham & The Rumour who preceded t…

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

Scummy Mummies: Hot Mess

Comedians Ellie Gibson and Helen Thorn celebrate the scummier side of parenting, from drinking wine at teatime to hiding from the PTA.Expect stand-up, sketches,…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Flash - A Tribute To Queen

Flash – Hit after hit, anthem after anthem, guaranteed to blow your mind, as quoted by the BBC ‘as close as it gets’. Established in 2002, this band stands as a…

St Mary the Virgin, Colchester

Secret Affair

Secret Affair were one of the best known and loved bands of the late 1970's Mod Revival scene which captured the hearts of the nation's youth of the time, along…

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

So True

Mark your calendars – the ultimate 80s party night is coming to The Charter Hall, Colchester!Saturday, June 13th, 2026 – SAVE THE DATE!The hottest 80s show in t…

Charter Hall, Colchester

Diaspora: The Refugee Sessions

Featuring Hassans West African Drummers and The Unknowns Colchester Unite Against RacismHassan will play West African percussion, having been taught by Famoudu…

Headgate Theatre, Colchester

A Concert for Constable

Special guests "Chorus Iceni", a local award winning Ladies Barbershop Group and "The Motley Crew", singing sea shanties and songs of the sea.Come along for an…

Constable Hall, Colchester

TASAF Lecture: Wassily Kandinsky – Rosalind Whyte

Join us for a thought-provoking and insightful session by Rosalind Whyte in The Arts Society at Firstsite (TASAF) Lecture series!The Arts Society at Firstsite i…

Firstsite, Colchester

The Curious Incident Of The Dog In The Night-Time

A teenager with a brilliant mind for mental maths and astronomy discovers the suspicious death of his neighbours dog.

Headgate Theatre, Colchester

Linocut Workshop - June

Come and spend two hours with the fabulous Holly who will guide you through carving and printing Soft Cut Lino upstairs at Red Lion Books.

Red Lion Books, Colchester

Mini Movers & Makers Toddler Group

Enjoy the bonding experience of crafting and snuggling up with a good book in these relaxed, sensory and interactive sessions that explore a new story and art a…

Firstsite, Colchester

Chilled Performance: The Curious Incident Of The Night-Time

This chilled performances is suitable for those who are nervous about being in a traditional theatre environment or who may require assistance/explanation durin…

Headgate Theatre, Colchester

Disney's Newsies, Jr

PQA Colchester's Saturday AM Green, Blue, and Red groups will Seize The Day in a production of Disney's Newsies, Jr, at the Lakeside Theatre, University of Esse…

Lakeside Theatre, Colchester