Family & Kids Events in Colchester
18 upcoming family & kids events
As of July 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 18 upcoming family & kids events in Colchester, East of England, including 4 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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Abbotts Hall Wilder Holiday Club
📍 Abbotts Hall Farm
£42.00 - £46.00
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Urban Xtreme Axe Throwing for Two
📍 Colchester
From £50
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Journey to Atlantis Escape Game for Two with Escape Hunt — Colchester
📍 Colchester
From £68
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Urban Xtreme Axe Throwing
📍 Colchester
From £25
Abberton bug and butterfly hunt
📍 Abberton Reservoir
£5.64
FREEMultiSports at The Sensory Gym
📍 The Angel Centre - Therapy Gym & Sensory Gym
FREESummer Green Space Games -Tolleshunt D'Arcy
DJ Unplexa Academy | Kids DJ Summer Camp | Colchester (Ages 7–12)
📍 Colchester
£13.70 - £54.88
Abbotts Hall Wilder Holiday Club
📍 Abbotts Hall Farm
£46.00
FREEFREE Explore Learning Maths Wizard Times Tables Workshop!
📍 Manningtree Library
Abberton nature tots summer special
📍 Abberton Reservoir
£8.80
FREEFREE Explore Learning Take a Chance Maths Probability Workshop!
📍 Explore Learning - Colchester
Fingringhoe Bows and Arrows
📍 Fingringhoe Wick Nature Discovery Park
£8.80
CSSE 11+ Mock Exam 2026 - Paper 2
📍 Home Farm Primary School
£44.04 - £59.21
Wellbeing Discovery – Mindfulness Day Retreat for Kids (8-12Y) and Parents
Abberton brilliant birds
📍 Abberton Reservoir
£9.77
Autism, ADHD & Neurodiversity Event at Colchester Firstsite
📍 Firstsite
Free - £15.00
Fairytale Fantasy Childrens Event
📍 Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
£11.55 - £27.80
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Family & Kids Events in Colchester — Complete Guide
Discover the vibrant family & kids scene in Colchester with EventsList.co.uk's comprehensive event listings. Our platform aggregates family & kids events from across Colchester, providing you with detailed information including venue details, ticket prices, and direct booking links.
Whether you're looking for tonight's family & kids events or planning ahead for the weekend, our real-time listings are updated daily to ensure you never miss out on the best family & kidsexperiences Colchester has to offer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many family & kids events are on in Colchester?
There are currently 18 upcoming family & kids events in Colchester. New events are added daily — check back regularly or browse by date to find the best upcoming family & kids in the city.
Are there free family & kids events in Colchester?
Yes — 4 of the current family & kids listings in Colchester are free to attend. Use the free events filter to see them all.
Where can I find family & kids events in Colchester this weekend?
Browse this weekend's family & kids events in Colchester at /colchester/events/this-weekend, or use the date filters to see what's on today, tonight or later this week.
How do I book tickets for family & kids events in Colchester?
Every family & kids listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event to see full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.
How often are family & kids listings updated on EventsList?
We pull in new family & kids events for Colchester three times a day from official UK ticketing platforms including Ticketmaster, Skiddle and Eventbrite, so you always see the most up-to-date listings.
Family & Kids Events in Colchester — Your Complete Guide
Colchester is packed with family-friendly events that entertain and inspire children of all ages, while giving parents a genuinely enjoyable day out. From interactive museum exhibitions and outdoor adventure days to live children's theatre, storytelling sessions and holiday workshops, the city's family events programme is one of the best in the UK.
Half-term breaks and school holidays see a surge in family events across Colchester, with cultural institutions, parks, theatres and arts centres all offering specially curated programming. Many of these events are free or heavily subsidised, reflecting the city's commitment to accessible cultural provision for families.
The city's parks and outdoor spaces host brilliant family days throughout the warmer months — fairs, fetes, circus performances, wildlife days and picnic events make summer in Colchester a genuinely special time for families. Indoor events keep the programme going through autumn and winter with craft workshops, pantomimes, and immersive festive experiences.
When planning a family day out in Colchester: check age recommendations and whether buggies/prams are admitted, book early for popular holiday workshops as spaces are limited, and look out for free family events at Colchester's major museums and galleries, which often run excellent activities on weekends and during school holidays.