Colchester Events

Discover upcoming events in Colchester, Essex. Find local live music, comedy, family days out, theatre, festivals, markets, food and drink events and things to do nearby.

The Emo Festival

September 19, 2026

Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester CO1 1YH

Graham Parker

September 29, 2026

COLCHESTER ARTS CENTRE, CHURCH STREET, COLCHESTER

Megson

October 1, 2026

Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Chai Talks

October 2, 2026

Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Oktoberfest

October 2, 2026

Castle Park, Colchester CO1 1TJ

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Things To Do in Colchester

Dovetail Events helps people discover what is on in Colchester, from live music and comedy nights to theatre, family attractions, festivals, markets, food and drink events and community days out. New events are added regularly, so this page is designed to stay useful for both local residents and visitors planning a day out in Essex.

Use the event listings above to find upcoming dates, then explore related town, county and category pages to discover more things to do nearby.

Featured Things To Do in Colchester

Explore local attractions, activities and days out from the Dovetail directory. These listings are matched to Colchester using the directory town, address and local area data, so town pages stay focused on genuinely local things to do.


Hedingham Castle

Attractions & Things To Do

Hedingham Castle

📍 Castle Hedingham, Halstead, Essex, CO9 3DJ, Colchester, Essex, CO9 3DJ

Get tickets here for an amazing day out at Hedingham Castle, with plenty of family activities, Jousting events and more…

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Urban Xtreme Colchester

Attractions & Things To Do

Urban Xtreme Colchester

📍 Temple Bridge, Colne Bank Ave, Colchester, CO1 1UU, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1UU

Book Urban Xtreme tickets for some of the best extreme activities in Colchester! Enjoy axe throwing in Essex and visit…

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Colchester Castle

Attractions & Things To Do

Colchester Castle

📍 Colchester Castle Castle Park High Street Colchester

🏰 Colchester Castle – Discover Britain’s First Roman City 📍 Address: Castle Park, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1TJ 📞 Phone Number:…

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Leisure World Colchester

Attractions & Things To Do

Leisure World Colchester

📍 Leisure World Colchester Cowdray Avenue Colchester

🏊 Leisure World Colchester – Swimming, Fitness & Family Fun in Essex 📍 Address: Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1YH…

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AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Colchester

Attractions & Things To Do

AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Colchester

📍 AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Colchester 21 Mason Road, Cowdray Centre Colchester

🦘 AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Colchester – Indoor Family Fun in Essex 📍 Address: Cowdray Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO1…

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Colchester Zoo

Animal Attractions

Colchester Zoo

📍 Colchester Zoo Maldon Rd Colchester

✨ Colchester Zoo Spend a memorable day discovering incredible animals, fascinating habitats and family-friendly experiences at Colchester Zoo in Colchester,…

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Popular Event Types in Colchester

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Events Near Colchester

If there are not many events listed directly in Colchester yet, check nearby towns and wider Essex pages. This helps you find local days out without missing events just outside the town.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What events are on in Colchester?

You can find live music, comedy, theatre, family days out, festivals, markets and community events on Dovetail Events. Listings are updated regularly as new events are added.

How do I find events near Colchester this weekend?

Use the event listings on this page or visit the This Weekend and Events This Week pages to browse upcoming events by date.

Can I submit an event in Colchester?

Yes. Organisers, venues, promoters and community groups can submit events to Dovetail Events using the submit event page.

Hosting an Event in Colchester?

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