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School Summer Holidays

The School Summer Holidays are a fantastic time of year for children and adults alike. Six long weeks with no school for the children, and a perfect time to spend some quality time with the kids, and to make some family memories for the adults.

Colchester has an amazing mix of family attractions and entertainment that are guarteed to put a smile on the whole family's face, and on this page you'll find a host of special summer holiday events especially designed to engage and entertain your kids. From crafting in the Natural History Museum, to exploring Colchester's history and heritage, to a range of stage shows aimed especially at children, you'll find something for everyone and to suit every budget. Don't forget to check out our Free Days Out page for our best money-saving tips too!

Scroll down to see our top picks, and if you can't find what you're looking for here be sure to check out all the other great kids activities that Colchester has on offer throughout the year with our Great For Kids page.

If you're running an Summer Holiday activity in Colchester yourself and can't see it listed here you can submit an event here, or alternatively, drop us a line here.

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Colchester Siege Spectacular

Address

Castle Park, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ

Colchester

Re-enacting the epic Siege of Colchester in 1648, the English Civil War Society presents a wonderful free weekend of living history.
Gladiators, A Day at the Roman Games

Address

Colchester Castle, Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UG

Telephone
01206 282939

Colchester

Join us this summer for our spectacular new exhibition, Gladiators, A Day at the Roman Games! Featuring the incredible Pompeii Murmillo gladiator helmet on loan from the British Museum.
Colchester Roman Festival

Address

Castle Park, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ

Colchester

A celebration of all things Roman returns to Colchester's Castle Park
West Mersea Town Regatta

Address

West Mersea, Essex

wmtownregatta@gmail.com

West Mersea

West Mersea Town Regatta takes place on Mersea Island in Essex, and has been running since 1838
Olly Murs - Marry Me Tour 2023 - Colchester

Address

Colchester Castle Park, High Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ

Telephone
01206 282939

support@musthavetickets.co.uk

Colchester

Olly Murs will be returning to Colchester Castle Park on Sunday 27th August 2023.
In what is going to be a 'bigger, better and louder' gig for his hometown show, Olly Murs is "back with a fresh mind, fresh enthusiasm and fresh confidence" with his…
Day Out With Thomas (Summer 2023)

Address

East Anglian Railway Museum, Station Road, Wakes Colne, Colchester, Essex, CO6 2DS

Telephone
01206 242524

information@earm.co.uk

Wakes Colne, Colchester

Join Thomas & Friends for family fun at the East Anglian Railway Museum. Take a train ride with Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt and join Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty for a trainload of excitement. There will be lots to enjoy, including: •…
The Colchester Garden Festival

Address

Colchester Town Centre, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1AA

Colchester

Come along and enjoy impressive installations, workshops, and activities in this month long event celebrating the environment, green spaces, and gardening.
IBIZA Live in Castle Park

Address

High Street, Castle Park, COLCHESTER, Essex, CO1 1UD

Castle Park, COLCHESTER

A family friendly daytime festival in Colchester's Castle Park
Rowhedge Regatta

Address

Rowhedge, Rowhedge

Rowhedge

A one day, family orientated event celebrating the village's maritime history.
The Nearly Festival

Address

The Old Heath Recreation Ground, Old Heath Road, Colchester, CO1 2ER

Colchester

The ever popular festival dedicated to the finest tribute bands around returns to Colchester's Old Heath Recreation Ground