A fan favourite, 'The Castle Park Bandstand Concerts' - presented by Cafe in the Park - return for another year. The Colne Endeavour Band is a charity run band. We love making music together and helping others to learn how to play too. So our members are from…

Immerse yourself in the experiences of those who moved to post-WWII 'New Towns' and the communities affected by these developments, through paintings, photography, videos, visual poetry and drawings. Presented 75 years after Basildon in Essex was designated a New Town…

'In-between Us' seeks to examine identity and masculinities, challenging social constructs and stereotypes through art by weaving connections between the past and present. Join us to investigate how ideas of masculinities have changed across centuries, reflect on the…

Ladies and Gentlemen, Elvis is in the building! Mark Summers makes his long awaited return to the Jobserve Community Stadium with his Elvis Legacy tribute to the King of Rock 'n' Roll himself. Dig out your blue suede shoes and join us as we get all shook up and shake…

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…

A Colchester hot air balloon ride is a truly memorable experience. Your ballooning adventure will start from the Ardleigh Showground where you'll have the opportunity to help prepare the balloon for flight, by helping to inflate the balloon, before taking to the skies…

"Singer-pianist Joanna Eden has serious chops." - Jazz Journal "intriguing and beguiling . . . quietly disarming." - JazzViews.net "Melody, mystery, and bite." - Mojo "The UK's answer to Diana Krall and Norah Jones." - Time Out…

Military fair; up to 50 tables of dealers selling medals, badges, patches, uniforms, helmets, edged weapons, bayonets, antique fire arms, armour, field gear, webbing, books, postcards, flags etc. Buy, sell, exchange Venue details: Marks Tey Parish Hall, Old London Road…

Embark on a nostalgic journey through the enchanting world of puppetry with our exhibition,  Thunderbirds and Co: The Joy of Puppetry . Running from 29 March to 30 June, this exhibition is a celebration of the art and legacy of early television puppeteers, including local…

Noble & Webster have created a remarkable group of anti-monuments in their 24-year career, mixing the strategies of modern sculpture and the attitude of punk to make art from anti-art. Their work derives much of its power from its fusion of opposites, form and anti-form, high…

• High Woods Country Park

Led by fully trained volunteer walk leaders, our free walks are an ideal way to improve fitness or mobility in a sociable atmosphere. All walks take place at High Woods Country Park, those taking part need to meet at the visitor centre at 10.45am - the walk will start at…

Whether you’re local or an art lover from afar, save the date, mark the calendar and book time off, for the next Wivenhoe Art Trail is taking place 17 - 19 May. Each Wivenhoe Art Trail boasts familiar favourites and a regular turnover of new emerging talent, and, as usual…

Many different gardens around the village are open across the two days. The money raised supports St. Mary's Church and  organisations in Wivenhoe. Refreshments are served by many of the garden owners    

Tuesday 21 May, 7.00pm at Firstsite, Colchester Faculty of Arts and Humanities Professorial Inaugural Lectures On Tuesday 21 May please join our newly appointed Professors from our Faculty of Arts and Humanities as they share insights from their ongoing research: Professor Holly…

• High Woods Country Park

For young families, new and expectant parents to come for a light stroll around the park to walk and talk. Little ones very welcome and the route is buggy friendly. Meet at the Visitor Centre at 11am. Booking in advance essential.

Macbeth! Beware Macduff. In this modern-day production, Duncan, his cronies, Macbeth, and his political ambition are transported into the corridors of Westminster. It's not the opposition you need fear, but whoever sits next to you. Shakespeare's Macbeth is timeless…

Frankie–The Concert celebrates the outstanding career of one of the biggest pop acts in the world, Frankie Valli, recreating the powerful falsetto of the 60’s & 70’s icon with absolute perfection! Experience the energy and stunning vocals of songs such as…

Meet-ups - Every fourth Thursday ---------------------------- We meet in the basement of Two Brews on Church St, for an informal crafting session on the fourth Thursday of each month from 7-9pm. There are no themes to these meet-ups, as this is a chance to work on your own…

We are thrilled to have Colchester author Laura Purcell at the store to talk about her sparkling YA debut Moonstone. She will be interviewed by fantasy author JJA Harwood, so thanks to her for agreeing to do that. Most of you will be familiar with Laura's exquisitely written…

Cutting, ripping, tearing, glueing – collage is a fun and creative outlet that is accessible to everyone of all ages and skill levels. Not only is it an environmentally friendly way to make art, but it is also a great way to clear your mind, focus on the present, unwind and have…

The 2024 Ford RideLondon Classique, part of the UCI Women’s World Tour, will feature three unique courses across London and Essex from 24 to 26 May. The courses produce three thrilling days of racing for some of the world’s best riders – not to mention a…

With nearly 40 years' experience in the business and as the premier name in comedy, The Comedy Store is renowned as a breeding ground for new comedy talent, and remains the place to see tomorrow's stars today. The likes of Eddie Izzard, John Bishop, Jimmy Carr, Rhod…

Party like you used to & still be home for Saturday night TV! The UK’s ultimate daytime disco comes to Trilogy. Our DJ will be playing all your favourite club classics from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s & 00’s. Enjoy our retro cocktails & shots as…

Explore a mix of art mediums and styles in these all-day comprehensive study workshops with local artist Jevan Watkins Jones! Each all-day session will focus on a different art medium such as Watercolour, Indian Ink, Acrylic, which can be booked as a course or individually…

Join us as we celebrate our charity, Colchester Zoological Society and the vital conservation work that we undertake in the UK and worldwide. From meeting members of our Animal Care Team, to learning how to be a ranger on Umphafa, our Nature Reserve in South Africa, there will be…