Colchester Events

29/05/2026

On sale now: An evening with John Lydon 😆

Join punk icon John Lydon (Johnny Rotten) for an unforgettable evening of stories, insight, and audience Q&A, celebrating his new book Archive.🙌

📅 Friday 11th June 2027
📍 Colchester Town Hall
🎟️ https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/an-evening-with-john-lydon/

28/05/2026

An evening with a true icon. 🙌

John Lydon (aka Johnny Rotten) didn’t just make music, he rewrote the rules. From the S*x Pistols to Public Image Ltd, he sparked a cultural revolution that’s still felt today.🌟

To celebrate his new book Archive, Lydon hits the UK stage for a no-holds-barred night of stories, insight, and audience questions.😆

🔥 He could be wrong. He could be right.
One thing’s certain - you don’t want to miss this!

📅Friday 11th June 2027
📍 Colchester Town Hall
🎟️ On sale Friday 29th May

27/05/2026

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes 🔎

Castle Park After Dark returns for another night of theatrical thrills.😆

This time it’s the world’s most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes and the man who told the world of his startling adventures, Doctor Watson, who will be entertaining audiences long after Castle Park is locked up to everyone else.👀

📅 30th July - 1st August 2026
📍 Castle Park
🎟️ https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/the-adventures-of-sherlock-holmes/

26/05/2026

🌴🍹 Taste of the Caribbean is back!

Bringing the flavours and rhythms of the Caribbean to you, think street food, live music and laid-back vibes.

🌶 Jerk chicken, curry goat, roti & more
🎶 Reggae & soca on the live stage
🍹 Rum punch and tropical drinks
🎨 Kids’ activities & family fun

📅 13th June 2026
📍 Old Heath Recreation Ground
🎟️ https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/taste-of-the-caribbean-2/

22/05/2026

Shakespeare in the Park presents: Much Ado About Nothing 🎭

Sigh no more ladies (and gentlemen), sigh no more, because Shakespeare in the Park returns with the original Rom Com.💌

When Harry Met Sally, You’ve Got Mail and of course Anyone But You – they all started with Beatrice and Benedick.

For quick wit, boisterous banter and the classic uneasy path of true love, join us in the open-air for more summer theatre on your doorstep.😁

📅10th - 20th June 2026
📍 Colchester Castle Park
🎟️ https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/much-ado-about-nothing/

22/05/2026

Jake Quickenden returns to Colchester this year! Starring as Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz Musical at Charter Hall 💚

After an incredible response to his performance as Buddy in Elf The Musical, we can’t wait to have Jake back on stage in Colchester again this Christmas.

🎟️ secure the best seats now here: https://catl.mhtickets.com/sales/salesevent/29539

20/05/2026

🎉 HOSPITAL RADIO FUN DAY 🎉

Join us at Lower Castle Park for a fantastic family day out! 😄

Enjoy arena events, a fun fair, charity & craft stalls, plus the popular 🐾 Bark in the Park dog show and the 🦆 Rotary Duck Race.

📅 25th May 2026
For further details
👉 https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/hospital-radio-2026/

18/05/2026

⚔️ COLCHESTER ROMAN & MEDIEVAL FESTIVAL ⚔️

Step back in time at this action-packed family festival in Castle Park!

Experience thrilling battle re-enactments, historic camps, a grand market, longbow competitions, and hands-on activities like archery and axe throwing.🏹

With food, ale, storytelling, and free kids’ activities, there’s something for everyone!🤩

📅 6th - 7th June 2026
📍 Castle Park
🎟️ https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/the-colchester-roman-and-medieval-festival/

15/05/2026

Summer In Nashville returns to Colchester with a huge line up of music, games and food!🤠

Performing live:
🔥One Night In Nashville

Tribute Bands:
🤠 Luke Combs 🤠 Morgan Wallen
🤠Dolly Parton

Plus:
Countryoke, Robbie McMinn, Stella Lain
Georgia Nevada, Fin Pearson
Lucy Blu, Ollie Hawkins, DJ Chris Armstrong

Expect an unforgettable day including:
💃 Line Dancing 🔥 American BBQ & Street Food
🐂 Rodeo Bull 🎯Axe Throwing
+ 500 Free Cowboy Hats

📅 12th July 2026
📍 Castle Park
🎟️ https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/summer-in-nashville-2/

13/05/2026

🌟🎟️ https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/queen-of-the-night/

Queen of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston 👑

Recognised as the UK’s biggest Whitney tribute, this electrifying show celebrates Whitney’s legendary music with sensational vocalists and a full live band. ✨🎶

📅 23rd May 2026
📍 Charter Hall
🎟️ https://colchester-events.co.uk/event/queen-of-the-night/

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