Café in the Park is proud to present Soundwave Sessions! Join us on selected dates for a fantastic mix of live music from some brilliant performers, all set in the beautiful surroundings of Castle Park. Free to attend – just bring your friends and enjoy the music!…
Take a guided walking tour around Colchester to discover its history and heritage with an expert guide. Colchester was Britain's first city, and is now it's newest after regaining city status in 2022. With a story stretching back over 2000 years, join one of our official…
The Roman Circus Visitor Centre is open from 10 AM to 4 PM. See the archaeological site of Britain's only known chariot racing track, the Roman Circus! The Visitor Centre provides insights into what a "Day at the Races" was like in Roman Colchester nearly 2,000…
Come and join us! The annual Duck Race is back, raising funds for Chappel Primary School. The fun starts from 12 noon, with the first race kicking off at 2 PM. Enjoy a delicious BBQ and hog roast, bounce around on the bouncy castle, treat yourself at the cake stall, and try your…
This May half term, get wild about animals and enjoy a week filled with daytime activities! Visit the website to learn more.
Fresh from their award winning debut family friendly sketch show, Rachel and Ruby are back. It's double the funny, double the silly, double the sketch and it's fun for children, their adults, and any ghosts or pigeons that wander in. Winners of Best Kids' Show, 2023…
Join in the fun with our W.o.W. Week of Wildlife this May bank holiday weekend! Explore woodland, log, and grass habitats to identify a variety of species that call those places their home. ID them and find out how they have adapted to their habitat! All equipment will be…
Join in the fun with our W.o.W. Week of Wildlife this May bank holiday weekend! Explore Kits Pond and the variety of species that call this place their home. ID the creatures you find and find out how they have adapted to life in the pond, as well as their importance within the…
FAMILY FUN DAY IS BACK! Join us for an unforgettable day packed with fun, laughter, and entertainment for all ages! 25 May 2026 11 AM – 4 PM Lower Castle Park, Colchester Expect an amazing day featuring: Live performances…
Explore who calls the pond their home. Name the creatures and find out more about how they have adapted to life in the pond, as well as their importance within the habitat. All equipment will be provided, including: dipping nets, trays, magnifying glasses, and ID sheets.
Explore a range of habitats across the reserve and the wildlife that calls it their home. We will explore the meadows, ponds, woodland, and estuary to ID different species and discover how they are adapted to their habitats. Journal the sights and sounds you experience on the way…
Step into the world of Sir Charlie Stinky Socks, where nothing is quite what it seems and a really big adventure is about to begin. Sir Charlie is bold, brave and brilliantly clever. He loves daring quests filled with wily witches, terrible beasties and fire-breathing…
Explore the wonderful world of birds at Abberton in this family-friendly event. Take a walk around the reserve to discover more about the identities, habitats, and adaptations of bird species at Abberton Reservoir. Use binoculars at the bird hides and put your skills to the test…
This will be a great day for families, collectors, adult builders and every other kind of LEGO fan. With lots to see and do including speed building competitions, large scale displays, activities, traders selling loose bricks, new LEGO sets, retired LEGO sets, minifigures…
Looking for a fun and free family day out this half term? Join us at Culver Square on Saturday 30th May for Cirque Du Square – a full day of circus-themed entertainment, live performances and family activities in the heart of Colchester. From 10am…
Immerse yourself in the worldwide phenomenon that is K-pop with this all-action tribute concert. Featuring all-live performances of smash-hits including Blackpink, BTS, Twice, Soda Pop, Golden and many more, this is the ultimate non-stop party! Amidst a backdrop of world-class…
Come and discover what really happens on the farm during harvest! We’re opening up our farmyard and inviting you to join us for a guided farm tour on the evenings of Thursday 4th June and Friday 5th June 2026. During the tour, we’ll take you around the yard and show…
We are taking part in Open Farm Sunday again this year. This years activities include: Farm Trail: Explore the fields at your own pace or join one of two guided tours with Danny, who will be able to answer any of your veg related questions. Family Fun: Outdoor games and…
Come to our mini Highland Gathering as pipes and drums from across the south of England play amazing medleys of Scottish tunes throughout the day. Admire the colourful tartan kilts and the skill of the young Highland dancers. Relax at the bar, enjoy the food outlets, browse the…
Discover extinct species from millions of years ago, from gigantic carnivores to the graceful herbivores, as well as the chance to meet and greet our dinosaur friends along with their keeper.
A fan favourite, 'The Castle Park Bandstand Concerts' - presented by Cafe in the Park - return for another year. The Abbeygate Concert Band was established in 2002 and has about 35 musicians playing mainly brass and woodwind instruments. Our Musical Director is…
Every Saturday, children and families can join in with free games, have fun, move more, and make friends. It’s the perfect way to start the weekend and to enable communities to get active. Before you come along to your first ParkPlay, we need you to register…
Heritage Open Days return to Colchester and Wivenhoe for 2026. Find out more on our dedicated page here! You'll be invited into some of Colchester's most iconic buildings, including churches, art galleries and museums. Stay tuned for more info.
SATURDAY HEADLINERS ANNOUNCED! Scouting For Girls Rick Parfitt Junior Band …and more incredible acts still to come! SUNDAY IS SET TO BE EVEN BIGGER & BETTER Huge headline acts to be announced very soon – trust us, you won't want to miss this Perfect for the whole…
A different adventure every week… rope walks, hammocks, woodland crafts, den building, mini beast hunting, climbing, fire making, cooking, pond dipping and so much more!