Featured Events in Colchester in May, 2024 (June Updated)

Catch the exhilarating [+[!ＬＩＶＥＳＴＲＥＡＭｓ!]+] event featuring Mansfield Town facing off against Colchester live online for free on EFL League Two TV Channel. The match is scheduled for May 2, 2024, at Colchester United Football Club in Colchester. Spectators can secure tickets ranging from £5.04 to £44.04 for an unforgettable experience at United Way, Colchester, CO4 5UP. Don't miss out on this thrilling showdown between Mansfield Town and Colchester, where both teams are geared up to showcase their best performances. Witness the action unfold live and support your favorite team as they compete in this highly anticipated EFL League Two clash.

Experience an unforgettable evening at the Colchester Community Chorus Spring 2024 Concert, held at Colchester High School on May 3, 2024, starting at 7:30 P.M. Immerse yourself in a musical journey from the Caribbean to the South Pacific, featuring renowned composers like Vaughan Williams and Rodgers and Hammerstein. Delight in the harmonious voices of the talented singers under the direction of Carol Reichard, accompanied by the skilled Frank Whitcomb. As a longstanding pillar of Vermont's music scene for nearly 40 years, the Colchester Community Chorus invites you to enjoy this free event. Donations to support the chorus' music and operational expenses are greatly appreciated. Witness guest artist Mary Taylor-James from Rochester, NY, showcasing her mastery on the Pan Drums. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a night filled with joy, community spirit, and exceptional musical performances. Mark your calendars for a concert that promises to leave a lasting impression.

Experience the art of life drawing with artist Sarah Hill at the Life Drawing in Colchester event taking place at Wimpole Hall. Delve into a three-hour session every Saturday morning in May 2024, from 10 am to 1 pm, offering a serene and creative space to sketch from live models of various shapes, sizes, and ages. The event provides basic drawing materials, or you are welcome to bring your own. Secure your spot for the sessions on the 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th of May 2024. Immerse yourself in this unique opportunity for artistic expression at Wimpole Road, Colchester, CO1 2DN. Limited spaces are available, so book now to reserve your place. Admission for this enriching experience is priced at £65.71 per ticket.

Witness the thrilling competition of the top wheelchair basketball teams at the National Championship Finals 2024 in Colchester. Taking place at the esteemed Essex Sport Arena, this prestigious event marks the culmination of the British Wheelchair Basketball domestic calendar. Teams from the six leagues will gather over the weekend to compete in the National League Divisions 1-3, Premier Division, Women’s Premier League, and Junior League finals. With semi-final matches and 3rd/4th playoff games throughout, both courts will be abuzz with action as the 2023-24 season concludes. Stay updated on fixtures and results on the BWB website as the event progresses. Your ticket grants access to all games across the weekend, providing an opportunity to enjoy this family-friendly spectator sport. Free admission is available for children under 12 accompanied by a ticketed adult. Athletes participating in the National Champs will receive weekend accreditation through their club, while one parent/carer per U18 player can also receive accreditation. Immerse yourself in the excitement of wheelchair basketball at the National Championship Finals 2024.

Noble & Webster have created a remarkable group of anti-monuments in their 24-year career, mixing the strategies of modern sculpture and the attitude of punk to make art from anti-art. Their work derives much of its power from its fusion of opposites, form and anti-form, high culture and anti-culture, male and female, craft and rubbish, sex and violence.

‘In-between Us’ seeks to examine identity and masculinities, challenging social constructs and stereotypes through art by weaving connections between the past and present. Join us to investigate how ideas of masculinities have changed across centuries, reflect on the ever-changing concept of being a man, explore previously unknown LGBT+ histories specific to Essex and engage in conversations around the fluid nature of masculinities.

Learn the basics of bike maintenance at the Introduction to Essential Bike Maintenance event in Colchester. This introductory session is tailored for beginners and is completely free to attend (booking required). Hosted at the Colchester Bike Kitchen on May 18, 2024, participants will be guided through an M-Check process to ensure every component of their bike is in optimal condition. The workshop is divided into two parts: a demonstration of the maintenance steps followed by hands-on practice by attendees. These informative classes are made possible thanks to the generous support of Cycling UK's Big Bike Revival. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your bike maintenance skills and keep your ride running smoothly.