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From small shows in the back room of pubs, to large-scale concerts catering to thousands in Castle Park, Colchester has a great live music scene attracting nationally touring acts as well as promoting homegrown talent.
It's not all rock music either - you'll discover classical concerts, folk, jazz, experimental sounds and more. If you're not sure what to go for we say it's always worth taking a risk on whatever's happening at Colchester Arts Centre.
Discover what bands are coming to Colchester and the best venues to catch live music in by browsing our listings below.
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Address
Charter Hall, Cowdray Avenue, COLCHESTER, Essex, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206 573948Price
Price £46.00 per adultCOLCHESTER
Musical Comedy show at Charter Hall
Dates
- From:
- 8 Oct 2021Open 19:00 - 22:15
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
People of a certain vintage will remember Hunter Muskett playing the folk circuit alongside Fotheringay, Fairport, Pentangle and Steeleye way back in the early 70's. The band comprised Terry Hiscock, Chris George and Doug Morter and following their…
Dates
- From:
- 11 Oct 2021Open 19:40 -
Address
Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206573948Price
Price £38.50 per adultCowdray Avenue
The World’s largest George Michael celebration FASTLOVE is back with a brand new show for 2020.
Now touring in 18 countries, FASTLOVE has quickly become a global phenomenon and you can be a part of it on this amazing journey.Dates
- From:
- 15 Oct 2021Various Opening Times
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
Pink Floyd Tribute at Colchester Arts Centre
Dates
- From:
- 16 Oct 2021
Address
Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206 573948Colchester
Europe’s first and only show of its kind, with a full live band experience.
Taking you back to the most exciting musical movement in decades – The 1990’s Dance Era.Dates
- From:
- 16 Oct 2021
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
"Law is one of the UK's most distinctive guitarists and this album will further enhance his reputation as both a musician and a composer," wrote The JazzMann when reviewing Life I Know.
Dates
- From:
- 17 Oct 2021Open 19:00 -
Address
Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206573948Price
Price £26.00 per adultCowdray Avenue
70s Legends at Colchester's Charter Hall
Dates
- From:
- 20 Oct 2021
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Price
Price £15.00 Per TicketColchester
Arguably the band's most controversial release (the band considered it as a protest album), not only did it do more than anything in pop culture to encourage a generation to become vegetarians, it was the first album to introduce Morrissey's…Dates
- From:
- 22 Oct 2021Open 19:30 -
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
Tribute to the Folk giant at Colchester Arts Centre
Dates
- From:
- 1 Nov 2021
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
This gig is for a standing audience.
Stone Foundation announce the release of their new single "Freedom Starts!". A highlight of recent gigs where it was previewed, it will feature on the band's forthcoming 9th studio album.
Dates
- From:
- 6 Nov 2021Open 19:00 -
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
he Searchers and Hollies Experience ... The best of both worlds features an incredible back catalogue of over 30 hit songs in this amazing tribute show. It is a show guaranteed to have you in Needles And Pins with nostalgia as soon as you Walk In…
Dates
- From:
- 7 Nov 2021Open 19:00 -
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
PAN AMERICAN began during the summer of 1997, when Mark Nelson, guitar player and singer of the legendary Labradford, wanted to explore the possibilities of sampling and computer technology as well as his interests in dub and techno. Mark started…
Dates
- From:
- 8 Nov 2021Open 19:00 - 19:00
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
The good Doctor Martin Carthy and his twice Mercury nominated daughter Eliza Carthy, join forces to perform songs from their first duo album ever, a CD of traditional material entitled THE ELEPHANT, released in May 2014 on Topic Records.
Dates
- From:
- 9 Nov 2021Open 19:40 -
Address
Charter Hall, Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, CO1 1YHTelephone
01206573948Price
Price £23.50 per adultCowdray Avenue, Colchester
“THE SHOW THAT DEFINES A DECADE”
A New Romantic Symphony that goes on a journey through one of the greatest musical Era’s of All Time – The Electrifying 80’s
Dates
- From:
- 13 Nov 2021Open 19:30 - 22:00
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
Jazz at Colchester Arts Centre
Dates
- From:
- 14 Nov 2021
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
So stunning live' says Tom Robinson (BBC Radio 6 Music), Faustus are known for captivating audiences with their sheer room-shaking power, vocal precision and instrumental mastery. Put simply, this band has complete command on stage and in the studio.
Dates
- From:
- 15 Nov 2021Open 19:40 -
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Price
Price £25.00 Per TicketColchester
One of reggae's undisputed pioneers, Lee "the Upsetter" Perry has worked with almost everyone from the Heptones to the Skatalites to the Clash. Certainly one of his most notable contributions was the pairing of Bob Marley, to Peter Tosh, and Bunny…Dates
- From:
- 16 Nov 2021Open 19:00 -
Address
Charter Hall, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YHColchester
Multi-platinum selling vocal harmony group, The Overtones are delighted to announce their 10th Anniversary Tour!
Dates
- From:
- 20 Nov 2021Open 19:30 -
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Colchester
Widely regarded by critics and fans alike as one of Europe's finest ever vocalists, Jo remains a genre-defying, independently minded artist of rare credibility, and one who makes sincere, soulful and heartfelt music, combining rock, blues, soul,…
Dates
- From:
- 21 Nov 2021Open 19:00 -
Address
Colchester Arts Centre, Church Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1NFTelephone
01206 500900Price
Price £20.00 Per TicketColchester
Secret Affair will be performing highlights from their classic 2nd album 'Behind Closed Doors' to celebrate the 40th anniversary of it's release + a selection of other Secret Affair classics.
Dates
- From:
- 27 Nov 2021Open 19:00 -
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