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Sep
JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom,
JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom
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04
Sep
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom,
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
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05
Sep
Castle Park, CO1 1TJ Colchester, United Kingdom,
Castle Park, CO1 1TJ Colchester, United Kingdom
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Old School and RnB Party Night
Get ready for a night full of your favourite 90s and 00s Old School and Rnb anthems in our brand new party night!Step into a night of nostalgia as our[...]
JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom,
JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, CO4 5UP Colchester, United Kingdom
+ Google MapThe Laughter Zone Comedy Club
The Laughter Zone Comedy Club *Share this showDates5 Jun 2026 until —4 Dec 2026Venues:Colchester Arts CentreCategories:ComedyTickets £15.50/ £13.50 concessions.Doors open 8pm, show starts 8.30pm.This show is for a seated audience.Who's[...]
Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom,
Shall We Take a Trip – Madchester Club Night with Live Music From Game On – 90s Indie Tribute Band
Shall we take a trip? Grab your bucket hats and board the groovy train as DJ Rom Atkin takes over the Top Floor for a night dedicated to the unmistakable[...]
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom,
60 High Street, CO1 1DN Colchester, United Kingdom
+ Google MapInvasion Colchester 2026
Invasion Colchester returns for its 14th year!The original sci-fi, fantasy and comic book city-wide charity event is back in Colchester City Centre on Saturday 5 September 2026, from 10am to[...]
Colchester City Center,
Colchester City Center
+ Google MapSOLD OUT Discover Witchcraft: Tarot Magic Workshop
This event is now SOLD OUTJoin us on 5 September 2026 from 10am to 1pm for an immersive tarot workshop exploring manifestation and intention setting.You’ll learn how to use tarot[...]
Castle Park, CO1 1TJ Colchester, United Kingdom,
Castle Park, CO1 1TJ Colchester, United Kingdom
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Sell out Life Drawing Sessions!Now booking for Saturdays inSEPTEMBER 2026. This ticket is for 1 month (4 Saturdays)Join artist Sarah Hill for three-hour life drawing sessions on Saturday mornings from[...]
Wimpole Road,Colchester,CO1,GB,
Wimpole Road,Colchester,CO1,GB
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The new term is only a few weeks away. Book a ticket for life drawing starting Saturday 5th September
Wimpole Road, Colchester, CO1 2, United Kingdom,
Wimpole Road, Colchester, CO1 2, United Kingdom
+ Google MapFolk on the Rec
🎻 FOLK ON THE RECA Community Folk Music FestivalGather with friends, family and neighbours for a gentle day of live folk music, fresh air and good company.Folk on the Rec[...]
Colchester old heath Recreation Ground,
Colchester old heath Recreation Ground
+ Google MapKid Carpet & The Noisy Animals: Jack & The Beanstalk (Sort Of)
Kid Carpet & The Noisy Animals: Jack & The Beanstalk (Sort Of)Share this showDates5 Sep 2026Venues:Colchester Arts CentreCategories:FAMILYTickets £7 / £6 concessions.Family Ticket £22 (admits 4 - at least one[...]
Church St, CO1 1NF Colchester, United Kingdom,
House Get Together
Back at Roots & Grooves Cafe for Our End of Summer Party The House Get Together 🏠A night of Underground House Music Saturday 5th September 7pm - 1am#housemusic #dj #supportlocalartists
Roots & Grooves Cafe,
Roots & Grooves Cafe
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