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

Kim Cypher’s Funky Latin Jazz Party
November 15, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Archie Moss, Toby Shaer & Jack Warnock + Sarah Graves
November 16, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Simon Yates of Touching the Void – My Mountain Life
November 17, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Wonderful Wednesdays – SkelpieLimmer Productions & Brassneck Theatre Company: Anthem for Dissatisfaction
November 18, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

That’ll Be Christmas
November 19, 2026
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

The Rabbitts + Evy Frearson
November 19, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Comedy Store – November 2026
November 20, 2026
Charter Hall, Colchester

Knightmare
November 20, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Tennessee Country Christmas
November 21, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

80’s vs 90’s: Daytime Rewind Bottomless Brunch
November 21, 2026
Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester CO1 1YH

Amazing Addrian – Three Boxes
November 21, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

The Specials Ltd.
November 21, 2026
Colchester, Essex
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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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