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What’s On
There's always something happen
ing in Colchester, from vibrant community events to large-scale festivals and concerts, you're bound to discover something to keep you entertained on a trip to Colchester.
Catch a show, watch a band, browse the stalls at a market, or take in an exhibition: Check out our event listings to discover what's happening during your trip to Colchester. From hidden gems to large scale events that are impossible to avoid, you'll want to know exactly what's going on during your visit.
It's easy to find out what's on in Colchester
Use the search bar below to discover what's on in Colchester on any given date. You can narrow your search to meet your specific interests or to find out what's happening in a particular part of the borough. You’ll find amazing things to do from January right through to December.
You can browse more generally by heading to the Events Calendar, or click on one of our pre-picked themes to find out about a range of events, from family friendly activities, to live music, sport, and more.
Don't forget to also take a look our Things To Do section, where you'll find all the day-to-day attractions Colchester has to offer including Free Days Out and a guide to Colchester's Nightlife. You don't have to wait until a special event is scheduled - a trip to Colchester Zoo, The Castle Museum, or one of Colchester's other fantastic attractions can be an event in itself!
What's On Highlights
Our regular walking tour, covering 2000 years of Colchester's history. Runs every Saturday and Bank…
Art Exhibition at the Munnings Museum
Spring exhibition at Firstsite Art Gallery
Come along and enjoy impressive installations, workshops, and activities in this month long event…
BBQ festival in Colchester's Castle Park
Tudor celebrations commemorating the 500th anniversary of Henry VIII's visit.
Unlimited Steam Train Rides at this special event day.
Artist Talk at Firstsite
Outdoor Theatre in Colchester's Castle park
Join Thomas and friends at the East Anglian Railway Museum for a perfect family day out
Take a boat out to an open day at the old oyster packing shed in Mersea.
Bank Holiday Family Fun
15 artists living and working on Mersea Island are opening their studios to the public.
One of the most old-school, fun and friendly rallies on the scootering calendar.
Colchester's Farmers Market takes place in the public square outside the Mercury Theatre on the…
Essex's largest Monthly Craft and Makers Marke
Invasion Colchester returns to town for a tenth time
Colchester Castle Park's popular bandstand concerts return for the summer in 2022
Heritage Open Days return to Colchester for 2022
The Colchester Anti Loo Roll Festival returns to Castle Park for 2022.
Free entry to Colchester Castle as part of Heritage Open Days 2022.
The Rice and Spice Festival offers an afternoon of good food, fun and entertainment.
Fresh Air Festival launches in Brightlingsea - bringing free outdoor performances and seaside fun…
Comedy at Charter Hall
