Things to Do in Colchester
552+ events and activities happening in Colchester. From live music and theatre to free family days out.
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Stonham Barns Thursday & Sunday Car Boots and The Big Bus Show
📍 Stonham Barns Car Boot Sale
Colchester Breakfast Networking events for business owners & professionals
📍 Firstsite
£22.38
FREEPOWER: The Art Exhibition
📍 Colchester Library
FREEMultiSports at The Sensory Gym
📍 The Angel Centre - Therapy Gym & Sensory Gym
FREEColchester Enrolment Day
📍 Nova Training
The Lexden Lady Exhibition and Roman Circus Visitor Centre
📍 Roman Circus Visitor Centre
Free - £6.13
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Walk for Wellness
📍 Melford Hall
FREEFirst Thursdays: Weird and Wonderful Music Making
📍 Culver Square Shopping Centre
FREEFirst Thursdays: It’s a Jolly Holiday with Mary
📍 Lion Walk Courtyard
FREEFREE Explore Learning Maths Wizard Times Tables Workshop!
📍 West Mersea Library
DJ Unplexa Academy | Kids DJ Summer Camp | Colchester (Ages 7–12)
📍 Colchester
£13.70 - £54.88
Colchester Makerspace Tour
📍 Colchester Makerspace
Free - £5.00
FREEFirst Thursdays: CLOSING PARTY feat Jam Jar
📍 Lion Walk Courtyard
Sutton Courtenay Sisters – Women’s Circle
BHAKTI MARGA SWAMI/RISHI SATSANGS
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Beginners Wakeboarding Lesson for Two at Curve Water sports
📍 Curve Water sports, Essex
From £99
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Pygmy Goat Yoga Experience with Goat Interactions for Two
📍 Braintree
From £55
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Curse of the Pharaoh Escape Room Game for Two with Escape Hunt — Colchester
📍 Colchester
From £66
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Falconry Experience for Two — Colchester
📍 Colchester
From £95
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Dracula Escape Room Game for Two with Escape Hunt — Colchester
📍 Colchester
From £66
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Urban Xtreme Axe Throwing
📍 Colchester
From £25
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Inflatable Wipe Out Aqua Park for Two
📍 Essex
From £49
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Falconry Experience — Colchester
📍 Colchester
From £49
Gift voucher · 12 months to book
Half Day Blacksmith Taster Experience for Two
📍 Maldon
From £198
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Colchester offers 552+ upcoming events including live music, theatre, comedy, food festivals, family days out, sports events and free community activities. Browse our full listings for the latest recommendations.
What free things are there to do in Colchester?▾
There are many free events in Colchester — from outdoor festivals and markets to art exhibitions, community workshops and street performances. Check our free events page for the latest no-cost activities.
What's on in Colchester this weekend?▾
Our weekend listings for Colchester are updated daily. Find concerts, theatre shows, comedy nights, markets, sports events and family-friendly activities happening this Saturday and Sunday.
What are the best family activities in Colchester?▾
Colchester has plenty of family-friendly events including children's theatre, outdoor festivals, science workshops, arts and crafts sessions, and community events suitable for all ages.
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