Events in Essex
Looking for events in Essex? Dovetail Events helps you discover upcoming events, local activities, family days out, live entertainment, seasonal events and things to do nearby.
This page is regularly updated to help people find what’s on in Essex, including weekend events, local venues and nearby attractions.
Upcoming Events in Essex

Christmas Memories
November 5, 2026
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

Forbidden Nights 2026
November 6, 2026
Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester CO1 1YH

Coldplace
November 6, 2026
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

Chelmsford Hockey Club Beer Festival
November 6, 2026
Sports Pavilion, Chelmer Park, Beehive Lane, Galleywood, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 8RL

Copacabana Magic
November 6, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Copacabana Magic- The Barry Manilow Show
November 6, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Think Floyd
November 7, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

FREE Guy Fawkes Fireworks
November 7, 2026
1 North Sea, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1QX

Man in the Mirror
November 7, 2026
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

Booster Cushion Theatre: Old McDonald and the Three Pigs Plus…
November 7, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Ghosts of Atlantis + Knocked for Six + Mixology DJ Set
November 7, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Rollerworld – Skate & Scare
November 7, 2026
Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester CO1 1YH
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Frequently Asked Questions
What events are happening in Essex?
You can browse local events, shows, activities, festivals, theatre, comedy, live music and family-friendly days out on this page.
Are there things to do in Essex this weekend?
Yes. This page is designed to help you find weekend events and local activities in and around Essex.
Can I list my event in Essex?
Yes. Local organisers can submit events to Dovetail Events to help reach people searching for things to do nearby.
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