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

Bespoke Arts & Craft Fair
November 21, 2026
Harwich, Essex

Step Into Christmas
November 22, 2026
Colchester Leisure World, Cowdray Avenue, Colchester CO1 1YH

David Ford: Songbook Tour
November 22, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Theatretrain- A Wonderful World of Musicals
November 22, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Katie Spencer
November 23, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Blue Rose Code
November 24, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Wonderful Wednesdays – In Bed with My Brother: Philosophy of The World (BSL interpreted)
November 25, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Frankenstein (1931) – with a score performed by Jason Frederick
November 26, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

T.Rextasy 2026
November 27, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Keep Colchester Cool presents: Myopia + Charcoal + If Not Now
November 27, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Christmas
November 27, 2026
Chelmsford, Essex

T.Rextasy
November 27, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE
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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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