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Sisters of Mersea at Patch Colchester

The songs and the stories behind them performed by Sisters of Mersea - A trio with Female lead vocal plus harmonies backed by acoustic and Spanish style guitari…

patch colchester, Colchester

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Author Event: Mel Giedroyc

Sunday at noon, 27th September (doors open 11.30am) In person event at Colchester Arts Centre.

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

Essex Poetry Collective & patch present poetry at patch

Essex Poetry Collective & patch present poetry at patchWith comperes Ricci Read, Billie Vasquez-Walters and Mary-Ann Ambrose&poets:Ricci Read Mary-Ann Ambrose B…

Trinity Street, Colchester

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West Mersea Highlights Outdoor Exploration Game

Embark on a circular walking adventure around West Mersea, from the town centre to the historic harbour and coastal paths.

West Mersea Library, Colchester

Boudica's Legacy: Women of Colchester Outdoor Exploration Game

Walk the streets of Colchester through the eyes of its infamous destroyer Boudica, Queen of the Iceni, who burnt the city down.

Colchester War Memorial, Colchester

A Siege in Colchester Outdoor Exploration Game

Step into the shoes of a young Colchestrian trapped within the city walls during the longest siege in British history.

Colchester Arts Centre, Colchester

Colchesters Lost Centurion Outdoor Exploration Game

Uncover the ancient history of Colchester, the first major city of Roman Britain, with this immersive walking tour and escape game.

Balkerne Gate, Colchester

Crush

This event is currently on priority sale.General sale begins at 10am on Fri 29 May. Become a member to access early booking!

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Metropolitan Opera: Così fan tutte

The Met: Live in HD season continues with Mozarts satirical comedy of fickle young love.

Firstsite, Colchester

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Impulse Presents: Ambion

We are going bigger and better this time as we bring minimal dnb heavyweight AMBION to Colchester!

Babas bar, Colchester

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The Spooky Magic Show

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Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Fire Fire

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Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Lightstreams

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Mercury Theatre, Colchester

The Comedy Network (9th October)

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

Eric & Ern UK Tour

The Production Garden in association with Cube Room Productions presents an evening of Eric & Ern with Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens.From the Olivier nominate…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

October - Painted Wolf Colchester Wine Club

Colchester Wine Club is a vibrant, family-friendly community for wine lovers of all levels.

Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester

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Mini Museum Explorers: October 2026

Sessions take place on 20 October, 10–11am and 11:15am–12:15pm.Designed for children aged 2½ to 5, these relaxed, hands-on sessions invite you to explore the mu…

Natural History Museum, Colchester

An Evening of Ghost Stories at Layer Marney Tower

An Evening of Ghost Stories A one-man performance by Toby Burchellthis horror was bounding like a tiger at his heels, with blazing eyes and one stringy arm out…

Layer Marney, Colchester

Flo & Joan

The time has come for critically acclaimed musical comedy duo Flo & Joan to write another bio as they make their highly anticipated return to the stage with a b…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Common Ground Theatre Company present THE PHANTOM OF FRIAR STREET

"There was a mystery attached to No 17 Friar Street that the townsfolk werent keen to talk about.

Great Bromley Village Hall, Colchester

Bitter Sweet

From the creators of the smash-hit theatre and arena show Taylor Fever comes Bitter Sweet, the incredible tribute concert to pop mega-stars Sabrina Carpenter an…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

The Rhythm Loft #3

Autumnal Gathering for the `Jazz-Dance` Disciples Third in the series of `the rhythm loft` sessions & we have another epic & legendary special guest lined up!SP…

Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester

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Rhys James: Chop Logic

Rhys James has made a discovery that could fix everything.It's been staring him in the face the whole time, in a mirror held behind his head.If he can ignore hi…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Autumn Family Funday Fayre

Join us for a fun-filled Autumn Fayre at Great Bromley Village Hall. Enjoy festive food, local stalls, crafts, kids’ activities and competitions, with something…

Great Bromley Village Hall, Colchester

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Andy Hamilton's Night To Remember

This event is currently on priority sale.General sale begins at 10am on Fri 29 May. Become a member to access early booking!

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Reflections: The Musical Legacy of Diana Ross

Hailing from the USA, Tameka Jackson is the most authentic tribute to Diana Ross, which has made her the official number 1 and most sought-after tribute, worldw…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

The Void

Dare you enter a world infected by fear? Eight million miles from Earth, a mysterious distress call crackles through the ether and draws Flint, a haunted space…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Halloween Heroes

Halloween Heroes at Layer Marney TowerThis Halloween, step inside the magnificent Layer Marney Tower for a brand-new immersive family adventure where fairy tale…

Layer Marney, Colchester

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Rave On - The Ultimate 50s and 60s Experience

Rave On - The Ultimate 50s & 60s Experience returns with a brand-new show! Back for another year and jam- packed with more classic hits than ever before.Enjoy n…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

The Round Window + Circu5

The Round Window return to Three Wise Monkeys in Colchester for a very special show.

Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester

Comedy Club on the Road (Nov

4 Headliners, One Unmissable Night! Witness 4 phenomenal comedians from television and online, each bringing their unique style and unforgettable punchlines.Fro…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Comedy Club Live

Colchester Comedy Club returns to Mercury Theatre, Colchester, Essex on Friday 6 November 2026 for a huge night of live stand-up comedy starring James Redmond,…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

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Top TV Comedians

Get ready, Colchester! On Friday 6th November The Comedy Club, one of the most recognised and trusted names in the comedy industry, is bringing its hilarious, f…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Streisand - Woman In Love

Streisand - Woman in Love is the only show of its kind in the UK, celebrating the musical genius and unrivalled vocal talent of one of the world's most iconic a…

Mercury Theatre, Colchester

Fleece Jazz Presents: the Dave Newton Quintet

This is as good an example of straight-ahead, swinging mainstream jazz as youll find.

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa, Colchester

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Katzeye

KATZEYEThe Tribute ExperienceA spectacular, high-energy live production celebrating one of the world’s fastest rising global pop groups.With KATZEYE’s popularit…

Charter Hall, Colchester

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Blow Up

Blow Up returns to Colchester for the first time since the 1990s. Colchester was the first town to hold a Blow Up event outside of the weekly London events way…

Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester

Thomas Green

THOMAS GREEN: BRAND NEW SHOWOne of Australia’s finest comedy exports returns with a fast, unpredictable and brilliantly funny new hour.DIRECT FROM SELL-OUT FEST…

Colchester Town Hall, Colchester

60th Anniversary Gala Concert

Celebrate the 60th anniversary of St Botolph’s Music Society with an unforgettable evening of live classical music.

St Botolph's Church, Colchester

November Christmas special Wine tasting - Colchester Wine Club

The CHRISTMAS SPECIAL INC. some present ideas. This is what we think you should be drinking on Christmas dayColchester Wine Club is a vibrant, family-friendly c…

Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester

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Fleece Jazz Presents: the Inscape Jazz Quartet

The Inscape Jazz Quartet is a newly formed jazz combo that presents a captivating set of original music inspired by the poetry of Gerard Manly Hopkins and his c…

Stoke by Nayland Hotel, Golf and Spa, Colchester

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Silent Disco For Grown Ups 70S 80S 90S 00S Experience

Silent Disco for Grown UpsFriday 27th NovemberColchester Town Hall BallroomThe amazing SILENT DISCO FOR GROWN UPS party is coming back to the stunning Colcheste…

Colchester Town Hall, Colchester

Boozy Brushes – Paint Your Pet

Join Sirena Hart at Firstsite for Boozy Brushes a multi-art, Drag entertainment painting class extravaganza where you can paint you pet – meow!Join us in the ca…

Firstsite, Colchester

Christmas At The Movies

Christmas at the Movies is a spectacular live concert experience that brings the most beloved festive film scores to life, performed by The Great British Film O…

Charter Hall, Colchester

Christmas – The Candlelight Concert

Step into a world of festive elegance and timeless charm as Xperience Live proudly presents ‘Christmas – The Candlelight Concert’ – an evening where music, cand…

Charter Hall, Colchester

Massaoke Christmas

The ultimate festive sing-along party from the creators of Sing the Musicals.Sing your heart out this ChristmasMassaoke Christmas is a huge live show where a br…

Charter Hall, Colchester

Colchester Town Hall Christmas Market

Join us on Sunday 6th December 2026 as the Moot Hall Christmas Gift Market returns to the heart of Colchester for a festive shopping experience like no other!

Colchester Town Hall, 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