What's on Colchester

Planning your Colchester trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Colchester such as events and attractions, to make your Colchester visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Colchester, you’ll find everything you need for your Colchester holiday on Whats On in Colchester.com. Our What’s On Colchester guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Colchester – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Colchester by checking out our News and Events Calendar page.

See what's On in Colchester. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.

Colchester News March 31, 2026

Barrie Drewitt-Barlow stars in new ITV series after buying Essex football club

A new series is set to air on ITV in April, following Barrie Drewitt-Barlow’s first year as the owner of Maldon and Tiptree Football Club. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News March 12, 2026

Blues guitarist Claude Bourbon to perform at Colchester’s Headgate Theatre

Progressive blues guitarist Claude Bourbon is set to perform at Headgate Theatre in Colchester. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News February 23, 2026

Colchester favourite pop-up bar set to re-open for spring

Pöpinä, the vibrant Greek-inspired pop-up bar and social spot in the heart of the city’s Lion Walk Courtyard. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News February 6, 2026

‘Postpartum’ arts exhibition by six mothers being shown in Level Best Art Gallery

The exhibition features the six artists’ describing their return to art after motherhood. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News January 19, 2026

Essex man felt like he was ‘drowning’ during Traitors filming

Adam Waughman, the most recently murdered contestant on Traitors said he felt like he was ‘drowning’ during the show. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News January 1, 2026

Chorus Iceni inviting women to join group as they host upcoming one-day course

Chorus Iceni is an all-female voiced a cappella choir with more than 30 members. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News December 12, 2025

Special Christmas tradition you don’t want to miss returns to Colchester

For the fifth year, I Hear Voices Theatre Company is bringing their gloriously silly ‘Ghost Story for Christmas’ to Colchester Arts Centre. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News November 27, 2025

Colchester restaurant named among most ‘instagrammable’ in Essex

A Colchester restaurant has been named as one of the top Instagram-worthy spots across Essex. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News November 9, 2025

‘Warm’ and ‘unique’ Essex pub named one of the UK’s best places for Sunday roast

Publisher Muddy Stilettos has rounded up its picks for the best Sunday roasts across the UK, with this spot in Essex being picked out. Gazette | What’s On | News…

Colchester News October 23, 2025

Iconic Christmas film to be screened with live music at Colchester Town Hall

Classic 1951 film Scrooge will be screened at Colchester Town Hall, accompanied by live music from the FB Pocket Orchestra. Gazette | What’s On | News…

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