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

Chai Makes
December 13, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

A Charlie Brown Christmas: The Movie… And the Music of Vince Guaraldi
December 13, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Chai Makes – Masala Magic
December 13, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Narthen: Icicles & Inglenooks
December 14, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Classic Horror Nights: From Beyond the Grave + The Classic Horror Christmas Quiz
December 15, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

Sleeping Beauty Relaxed & BSL Performance
December 17, 2026
Town Hall, Station Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1SE

Sh!t Theatre present: The Original Sing-A-Long-A Muppet Christmas Carol
December 17, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

The Christmas Show 2026
December 17, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Sh!t Theatre present: The Original Sing-A-Long-A Muppet Christmas Carol
December 18, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF

The Christmas Show 2026
December 18, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

The Christmas Show 2026
December 18, 2026
Tower Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO15 1LE

Family Christmas Show! Theatre of Widdershins – The Elves and The Shoemaker
December 19, 2026
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF
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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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