What's On in Colchester
2 tonight · 14 this week · 24 in the next two weeks.
It's Monday in Colchester: 2 events on tonight and 14 in the next week, with 24 listed over the fortnight. The busiest spots right now are Colchester Castle Park and Headgate Theatre.
Tonight
- — Celebrating 30 Years of Act V! at Headgate Theatre — Celebrating 30 Years of Act V! SUMMER WORKSHOP - MONDAY 10TH AUGUST 2026 10am - 4pm Initially established by the Mercury Theatre, The Headgate has been home to Act V since 2016. This year we celebrate 30 years of fun, learning and friendship at a day long workshop, to be…
- — Armed Forces Community Mental Health & Comedy Night featuring Ben Norris & Nick Page at Colchester Arts Centre — Tickets: Free (Please use the link below to reserve your space.) Doors 6pm, show 7pm This event is for a seated audience Age Guidance: 18+ Only https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/armed-forces-community-mental-health-comedy-event-tickets-1992054320096 Featuring Ben Norris as seen on…
This weekend
- — NSW 2026 Gladiator Games at University of Essex Colchester Campus — Are you ready to be part of the 300, descending on the great area of Essex?Steeped in Roman history, Colchester will play host toTHE GLADIATOR GAMES--Friday will see the Gladiators arrive, and don their finest Toga (provided) to take on Colchester\'s finest establishments.…
- — Indie Showcase – Lost Movies + Cutlove + Swines + Lost Atlas at 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom — Indie Showcase comes to Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester, featuring Lost Movies, Cutlove, Swines and Lost Atlas.A night dedicated to showcasing local artists and bands, bringing together some of the best talent from the area.Date: Friday, 14 AugustVenue: Three Wise Monkeys…
- — The Cursed Ring @ St Leonard-at-the-Hythe at Friends of St Leonard at-the-Hythe Colchester — It began with the forging of the great ring*.From the Rhinegold it was made. Beautiful and powerful it was, until it fell into the hands of men, whose lust for power and riches proved to be their undoing. A tale of heroes, Dwarves, Dragons and the Gods. Love, justice, desire…
- — The Songs We Want To Sing at Headgate Theatre — The Songs We Want To Sing! patch live Join us for a night of vocal gorgeousness from five of Colchester's most beautiful and powerful vocalists. The evening will be made up of songs the performers would like to sing by female singer songwriters, singers and/or composers and even…
- — THE SONS OF ILLINOIS – Friday night Chicago Blues at Coda, Colchester at Coda Colchester — Two sets of smokin\' Chicago and Swamp blues, with happenin\' blues sounds from the resident DJ!\n
- — The Limit at Fox & Fiddler Colchester
- — Community Sports Day at Colchester old heath Recreation Ground — 🎉 COMMUNITY SPORTS DAY – FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY! 🏃♂️🎈Join us for a fantastic Community Sports Day at Old Heath Recreation Ground on 15th August, from 10am–5pm!It’s set to be a brilliant, fun-filled day for families and children of all ages, with a real festival vibe 🌞What’s on…
- — Colchester Pride 2026 at Firstsite Colchester — Colchester Pride 2026 will be held on Saturday 15th August 2026 at Colchester\'s premier arts venue Firstsite, with a mixture of indoor and outdoor activities including the Main Stage, featuring local and national acts and our wonderful Market area,with a variety of food, drink…
- — ABBA Day Party: Colchester 💃🕺 at Trilogy Colchester — Calling all Dancing Queens and Super Troupers! 🎉Get ready for a glitter-filled afternoon of pure pop perfection as we celebrate the iconic music of ABBA! Whether you\'re a lifelong fan or just love a bit of feel-good disco, this is your chance to sing, dance, and party like…
- — Danni Nicholls at Little Rabbit Barn, Ardleigh (full band show) at Live at Little Rabbit Barn — Email live@littlerabbitbarn.com to reserve placesFollowing the release of her new album Making Moves, Danni Nicholls heads back to the UK this August and September. Rooted in Americana and rich storytelling, her songs explore resilience, change and the journey back to self —…
- — SUMNER’S TALES – An acoustic tribute to the music of Sting at 60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom — TWM Live presents SUMNER’S TALES – An acoustic tribute to the music of Sting performing live at Three Wise Monkeys, Colchester.James Payze and Lincoln Grounds, two seasoned performers come together in their appreciation of the music of Sting.Date: Saturday, 15th AugustVenue…
- — Northern Live – Do I Love You at Mercury Theatre Colchester — Keeping faith to the foot stomping sounds that started on dance floors in the North and eventually swept the Nation.This 11-piece band will have you on your feet with 4 lead vocalists performing 30 songs!! You can expect to hear:DO I LOVE YOUYOU DIDN’T SAY A WORDOUT ON THE…
Coming up
- — Billy Ocean with very special guest Marti Pellow at Colchester Castle Park — For Colchester Castle Parks FAQs, pleaseSale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 17 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 15 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMArtist Presale : Wed, 15 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMTicketmaster Presale : Thu, 16 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMLive Nation Presale : Thu, 16…
- — Balkan Grooves Jam at 1 St Nicolas Passage , CO1 1jz Colchester, United Kingdom — Balkan and European jam with Suzy, Kev and Mary- chords and lyrics provided or just come and enjoy the music!\n
- — Hollywood Vampires // UK Tour 2026 // Colchester at Lower Castle Park Colchester — American rock supergroup Hollywood Vampires featuring Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry and Tommy Henriksen return to the UK this summer as part of their hugely anticipated UK tour, marking [...]\n
- — Hollywood Vampires at Colchester Castle Park — Sale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 23 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AMArtist Presale : Tue, 20 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 21 Jan 2026 at [...]\n
- — The Little Loves Summer Fayre Colchester at Colchester Rugby Club — The Little Loves Summer Fayre – Colchester ☀️Join us for a bright, fun-filled summer event for the whole family!Browse a carefully curated selection of local small businesses offering gifts, handmade [...]\n
- — Becky Hill at Colchester Castle Park — Support: Carla Monroe Mia Kirkland For Colchester Castle Parks FAQs, pleaseSale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 31 Oct 2025 at 10:00 AMPriority from O2 : Wed, 29 Oct 2025 [...]\n
- — Gasoline Green The Final Gig – For Now! at Headgate Theatre — Gasoline Green The Final Gig - For Now! Gasoline Green An evening of original local music to mark the final gig for Gasoline Green before one of the members departs for university. A mix of alternative folk/rock and indie rock, this ‘goodbye show’ is the band’s ‘thank you’ to…
- — Bastille at Colchester Castle Park — For Colchester Castle Parks FAQs, pleaseSale Dates and Times:Public Onsale : Fri, 28 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AMArtist Presale : Wed, 26 Nov 2025 at 10:00 AMO2 Presale : Wed, [...]\n
- — Bastille Live in Colchester at Colchester Castle Park — Bastille have confirmed some huge outdoor UK shows for summer 2026.Sun, 23 Aug 2026, 14:00 | Colchester Castle Park, ColchesterTICKETS>>> at ticketmaster: https://cnear.me/pdpdS4EOn sale on Friday 28 November 2025 at [...]\n
- — Marvel Cinematic Universe Quiz (Colchester) at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester — Test your knowledge of the films and shows that make up the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and help raise money for an incredible cause!- £3 a head (CASH ONLY)- Maximum 6 [...]\n
Where it's happening in Colchester
About what's on in Colchester
What's on in Colchester tonight?
Celebrating 30 Years of Act V! at Headgate Theatre; Armed Forces Community Mental Health & Comedy Night featuring Ben Norris & Nick Page at Colchester Arts Centre
What's happening in Colchester this weekend?
12 events this weekend in Colchester, including NSW 2026 Gladiator Games and Indie Showcase – Lost Movies + Cutlove + Swines + Lost Atlas.
Are there any free events in Colchester?
3 listed events are free to attend, including Celebrating 30 Years of Act V!.
Where does this listing come from?
Listings are gathered daily from 17 venues and local sources across Colchester, alongside events published directly on FolkAir.
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