Family Fun in Colchester

When you're travelling with little ones, it can feel like a challenge making sure everyone's entertained. Luckily, there's always a great selection of family-friendly events happening in the city, and we proudly boast a number of fantastic, award-winning child-friendly attractions that run all year round.

Top attractions like Colchester Zoo or the Castle put on a regular programme of events that are great for kids, and during the School holidays you'll find even more going on around the city to keep the whole family entertained.

Events Perfect for the Whole Family

Wivenhoe Pantomime Group Presents – Beauty & The Beast Jan 24

Wivenhoe Pantomime Group are back with a bang to brighten your January! Get ready for a magical adventure with a twist in Wivenhoe Pantomime Group's production of Beauty and the Beast! Meet Belle, an aspiring writer with big dreams and a sweet best friend, Buttons. When…

Dame Dolly's Half Term Havoc Feb 16

Dame Dolly has broken up from school for the half term and she's incredibly excited to share with you everything she's learnt from science to history and all in between join Dame Dolly for another show of absolute chaos! As always expect plenty of audience participation…

Arty Animals Jul 22

Get arty and enter our drawing competition! All your need to do is sketch us your favourite museum animal and tell us why its the best! With great prizes to win, we can't wait to see your arty animal creations. 1st prize is a family pass to Colchester Castle, while 2nd and…

ParkPlay Aug 27

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…