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

Talk – Black Americans in c19th Essex and Suffolk, speaker Dr Hannah Murray
January 25, 2027
Main Road, Harwich, Essex CO12 3LU

The Wizard of Oz
January 26, 2027
Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester CO1 1YH

18th Colchester Winter Ale Festival
January 27, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Ronnie Reggie and Me with Fred Dinenage
January 28, 2027
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

18th Colchester Winter Ale Festival
January 28, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

HEAVEN CAN WAIT – The Meat Loaf Concert Experience 50th Anniversary of Bat Out of Hell
January 29, 2027
Charter Hall, Colchester

18th Colchester Winter Ale Festival
January 29, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Oz The Pantomime-CMTS
January 29, 2027
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

18th Colchester Winter Ale Festival
January 30, 2027
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Oz The Pantomime-CMTS
January 30, 2027
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Oz The Pantomime-CMTS
January 30, 2027
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

90’s v 00’s: Daytime Rewind Bottomless Brunch – Garage Takeover
January 30, 2027
Charter Hall, Colchester
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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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