What's on in Colchester this month
We've gathered 21 events happening in Colchester between 21 Jul – 31 Jul across 8 venues — led by theatre (11), music (5) and talks & lectures (1), including 1 free-entry event, with 11 listings at Mercury Theatre. Click any event to see times, prices and book direct.
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Top picks this month
Hand-picked from 21 events
📅Tue 21 Jul·19:00
All of Them Dead
Mercury Theatre, Colchester
From £16
📅Wed 22 Jul·19:45
Soho Cinders
Headgate Theatre, Colchester
From £19
📅Wed 22 Jul·19:30
The Makings of a Murderer
Mercury Theatre, Colchester
From £23
All 21 events
Tuesday 24 July
2 events
Tuesday 31 July
3 events
Wednesday 25 July
2 events
Thursday 26 July
2 events
Monday 23 July
5 events📅Thu 23 Jul·19:00
Colchester Fringe: Summer Weekender - Breathe
Mercury Theatre, Colchester
From £12
📅Thu 23 Jul·19:30
Cloudbusting: The Music of Kate Bush
Mercury Theatre, Colchester
From £22
📅Thu 23 Jul·20:30
Colchester Fringe: Summer Weekender - A Year and a Day
Mercury Theatre, Colchester
From £8
📅Thu 23 Jul·19:00
The 39 Steps - Shakespeare Circus
Black Brook Theatre, Colchester
From £18
📅Thu 23 Jul·18:30
Music Bingo
Jobserve Community Stadium, Colchester
From £15
Monday 30 July
3 events
📅Thu 30 Jul·18:00
Author Event: Robert Ashton
Colchester Cemetery & Crematorium, Colchester
From £5
📅Thu 30 Jul·19:30
The Greatest Hits of Motown - How Sweet It Is
Mercury Theatre, Colchester
From £31
📅Thu 30 Jul·19:00
A Comedy of Errors - Shakespeare Circus
Black Brook Theatre, Colchester
From £18
Saturday 21 July
1 eventSaturday 28 July
1 event
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Frequently asked
What's on in Colchester this month?
21 events are listed in Colchester this month, running from 21 Jul – 31 Jul across 8 venues. The biggest categories are theatre (11), music (5), talks & lectures (1).
Are there free events in Colchester this month?
Yes — 1 of the 21 events listed are free to attend. Click any card marked "Free" to see details and venue.
Where are most events being held in Colchester this month?
Mercury Theatre hosts 11 of the listed events, making it the busiest venue in Colchester this month.
How do I book tickets?
Click any event card to see times, prices and book directly through Enjoy or the organiser. We surface real availability — events marked "Sold out" can't be booked.
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