What’s On
What's On Highlights
Internationally renowned artist, Will Teather brings three unique artwork to Colchester located…
Join us this summer for our spectacular new exhibition, Gladiators, A Day at the Roman Games!…
Colchester's much-loved Panto returns to the Mercury Theatre
A spectacular light trail is coming to Colchester Castle Park this Christmas.
Take a guided walking tour around Colchester to discover its history and heritage with an expert…
Late night shopping returns to Colchester Town Centre for Christmas 2023
FREE Open Evening at Colchester Castle!
It’s nearly Christmas and the country’s best comedians are coming to Colchester's Charter Hall.
A free monthly event with fantastic performances, workshops and interactive experiences
Local craftspeople, including ceramacists and printmakers sell their wares.
Christmas capers at the East Anglian Railway Museum
For a limited time, North Essex Heritage is offering tours inside, and to the top of, Jumbo!
Christmas magic at Colchester Zoo
Colchester Castle’s magical grotto is back for 2023!
An extra special evening of Christmas music, performed by film and TV animation composer Jason…
The Colchester Christmas Market is back featuring a pedestrianised High Street, live music, street…
Stalls from artists, makers, and craftspeople, plus live music and food.
The Army Benevolent Fund's Essex Committee are delighted to host the annual much-loved Essex…
An extra special evening of Christmas music, performed by film and TV animation composer Jason…
Local poets of some repute peform their annual Christmas show. The hottest ticket in town!
Join your costumed guide to discover the many ways in which the townsfolk of Victorian Colchester…
Darth Vader has felt your presents, and will now listen to your Christmas wishes.
From the people that bring you Colchester's monthly Farmer's Market, a special festive evening…
George Frederic Handel's wonderful Messiah performed at Layer Marney Tower