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Clubs

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Tribal Life - Open Air at Eutopia Warehouse

Tribal Life - Open Air

Saturday 4th July

2:00pm - 11:00pm

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

Tribal Life - Open Air

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

Tribal Life presents its massive OPEN AIR day event for the summer set in one of London's most exclusive locations by the River Thames...

DJ Pioneer's VIP Gala at Meridian Grand

DJ Pioneer's VIP Gala

Sunday 19th July

3:00pm - 11:00pm

Meridian Grand, London

DJ Pioneer's VIP Gala

Meridian Grand, London

We celebrate 27 Years of DJ Pioneer with an exclusive Black Tie Affair Suits, Dresses and Shoes only!

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DnB Allstars - Summer In The City - London at Eutopia Warehouse

DnB Allstars - Summer In The City - London

Sat 13th - Sun 14th June

2:00pm - 11:00pm

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

DnB Allstars - Summer In The City - London

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

For our only UK stop on our European tour we land at the brand spanking new Eutopia WHS Barking for a 2 day weekend outdoor & indoor affair.

Garage Rewind Summer Garden Party at The Jolly Friar

Garage Rewind Summer Garden Party

Saturday 4th July

3:00pm - 10:00pm

The Jolly Friar, Basildon

Garage Rewind Summer Garden Party

The Jolly Friar, Basildon

Garage Rewind returns to Basildon!

Unfocus at Home Nightlife

Saturday 4th July

2:00pm - 9:00pm

Home Nightlife, Bexleyheath

Home Nightlife, Bexleyheath

A day of sound without distraction. Line-up: Joel Adams Ethan Beale Reiss Tammo EASTMEN

The Greatest MUSICALS Disco - Colchester at Three Wise Monkeys Colchester

The Greatest MUSICALS Disco - Colchester

Friday 12th June

8:00pm - 12:00am

Three Wise Monkeys Colchester

The Greatest MUSICALS Disco - Colchester

Three Wise Monkeys Colchester

Expect music from Hamilton, Grease, Dirty Dancing, High School Musical, Wicked & Mamma Mia to The Greatest Showman, Frozen & Six.

Reminisce UK - SummerFest 26 at Leos Red Lion

Reminisce UK - SummerFest 26

Saturday 18th July

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Leos Red Lion, Gravesend

Reminisce UK - SummerFest 26

Leos Red Lion, Gravesend

SummerFest 26 Returns To Leos Red Lion For The Ultimate All - Dayer...

Summerdaze at Sunrooms 2

Saturday 4th July

1:00pm - 10:00pm

Sunrooms 2, Southend-on-Sea

Sunrooms 2, Southend-on-Sea

Day event for the Oldskool bought to you by the Oldskool. The best in hands in the air, happy house and ravehouse breaks.

Gigs

McFly - Rochester Castle - Sun 5th July at Rochester Castle

McFly - Rochester Castle - Sun 5th July

Sunday 5th July

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Rochester Castle, Kent

McFly - Rochester Castle - Sun 5th July

Rochester Castle, Kent

McFly are taking over the stunning Rochester Castle this summer! Mark your calendars for a huge day on Sunday 5th July 2026

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The Libertines - Rochester Castle - Sat 4th July at Rochester Castle

The Libertines - Rochester Castle - Sat 4th July

Saturday 4th July

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Rochester Castle, Kent

The Libertines - Rochester Castle - Sat 4th July

Rochester Castle, Kent

The Libertines are taking over Rochester Castle this summer!

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell - Live in Southend at Garon Park

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell - Live in Southend

Sunday 30th August

2:30pm - 10:30pm

Garon Park, Southend-on-Sea

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell - Live in Southend

Garon Park, Southend-on-Sea

Get ready for an unforgettable day-to-night event as UB40 featuring Ali Campbell returns to Southend.

Fatboy Slim at Colchester Castle

Saturday 29th August

5:00pm - 11:00pm

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle

Cuffe & Taylor presents Fatboy Slim at Colchester Castle Summer Series on 29th August 2026

Becky Hill at Colchester Castle

Saturday 22nd August

5:00pm - 11:00pm

Colchester Castle

Colchester Castle

Cuffe & Taylor presents Becky Hill at Colchester Castle Park on 22nd August 2026

Defected London at Drumsheds

Defected London

Saturday 19th September

1:00pm - 10:30pm

Drumsheds, London

Defected London

Drumsheds, London

Defected return to Drumsheds on Saturday 19th September to kick off the AW26/27 season.

Hollywood Vampires at Colchester Castle

Hollywood Vampires

Friday 21st August

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Colchester Castle

Hollywood Vampires

Colchester Castle

Cuffe & Taylor presents Hollywood Vampires at Colchester Castle Summer Series on 21st August 2026

Richard Ashcroft at Colchester Castle

Richard Ashcroft

Thursday 27th August

5:00pm - 11:00pm

Colchester Castle

Richard Ashcroft

Colchester Castle

Cuffe & Taylor presents Richard Ashcroft at Colchester Castle Park on 27th August 2026

Festivals

Chelmsford Summer Series 2026: Mcfly at Chelmsford Central Park

Chelmsford Summer Series 2026: Mcfly

Saturday 29th August

1:00pm - 10:00pm

Chelmsford Central Park

Chelmsford Summer Series 2026: Mcfly

Chelmsford Central Park

Chelmsford Summer Series presents: McFly, who will return to Essex for a special outdoor show in Central Park on Saturday 29th August.

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Ministry Of Sound Classical - Live at Rochester Castle at Rochester Castle

Ministry Of Sound Classical - Live at Rochester Castle

Friday 3rd July

4:00pm - 10:00pm

Rochester Castle, Kent

Ministry Of Sound Classical - Live at Rochester Castle

Rochester Castle, Kent

Ministry of Sound Classical live at Rochester Castle - iconic dance anthems performed by orchestra and vocalists in a spectacular open-air show

New World 2026 ft. Craig David | Chelmsford Central Park at Chelmsford Central Park

New World 2026 ft. Craig David | Chelmsford Central Park

Sunday 30th August

1:00pm - 10:00pm

Chelmsford Central Park

New World 2026 ft. Craig David | Chelmsford Central Park

Chelmsford Central Park

New World Festival returns on Sunday 30th August to a brand new stunning location of Chelmsford Central Park headlined by Craig David.

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90s & 00s Nation Summer Fest at Harrow Lodge Park

90s & 00s Nation Summer Fest

Friday 10th July

4:00pm - 11:00pm

Harrow Lodge Park, London

90s & 00s Nation Summer Fest

Harrow Lodge Park, London

The best of the 90's & 00's - Old Skool Garage, House Classics, Old Skool RnB, 90's Anthems, Club Classics & Jungle!

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Essex Summer Fest at Harrow Lodge Park

Essex Summer Fest

Sat 11th - Sun 12th July

12:00pm - 10:30pm

Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch

Essex Summer Fest

Harrow Lodge Park, Hornchurch

A fantastic 2 day event featuring 70s/80s legends Odyssey and Heatwave, supported by a range of amazing tributes, family themed shows and attractions!

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Summer Underground - Breakin Science, Jungle Mania, D&B Classics at Eutopia Warehouse

Summer Underground - Breakin Science, Jungle Mania, D&B Classics

Saturday 5th September

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

Summer Underground - Breakin Science, Jungle Mania, D&B Classics

Eutopia Warehouse, Barking

Eutopia WHS is the destination for London's biggest celebration of underground D&B + Jungle, with an Outdoor Courtyard stage + 3 Warehouse Arenas!

Secret Island Festival at STROOD FIELD, EAST MERSEA ROAD, EAST MERSEA, CO5 8SL

Secret Island Festival

Fri 7th - Sun 9th August

7:00pm - 9:00pm

STROOD FIELD, EAST MERSEA ROAD, EAST MERSEA, CO5 8SL, East Mersea

Secret Island Festival

STROOD FIELD, EAST MERSEA ROAD, EAST MERSEA, CO5 8SL, East Mersea

Secret Island Festival, back on Mersea Island for 3 days of house, disco, DnB & live bands over 4 stages, now with camping for the full island escape.

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London Ska and Reggae Festival at Forest Road Recreation Ground

London Ska and Reggae Festival

Friday 19th June

4:00pm - 10:30pm

Forest Road Recreation Ground, Hainault

London Ska and Reggae Festival

Forest Road Recreation Ground, Hainault

Maxi Priest, Aswad, Tyber & Pete - The Dualers, Special Kinda Madness & Ska N Mash live at The London Ska & Reggae Festival.

Comedy

Gary Delaney: Gary On Laughing at Circus Tavern

Gary Delaney: Gary On Laughing

Saturday 22nd May 2027

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Circus Tavern, Purfleet

Gary Delaney: Gary On Laughing

Circus Tavern, Purfleet

Gary Delaney is bring his brand now tour " Gary On Laughing" to The Circus Tavern on Saturday 22nd May 2027. Tickets on sale now

Big sit down for stand up at The Welcome Club

Big sit down for stand up

Friday 12th June

7:30pm - 11:00pm

The Welcome Club, Stanford-le-Hope

Big sit down for stand up

The Welcome Club, Stanford-le-Hope

Adults only comedy show with seven comedians.

Make Brentwood Laugh at Wessex Auditorium

Make Brentwood Laugh

Saturday 25th July

6:30pm - 9:30pm

Wessex Auditorium, Brentwood

Make Brentwood Laugh

Wessex Auditorium, Brentwood

Join us for a HUGE night of stand-up comedy. Featuring BGT runner-up Robert White, Live at the Apollo's Dane Baptiste and more top comedy talent.

Tommy Cooper - Have I Got Time For More? at Central Theatre

Tommy Cooper - Have I Got Time For More?

Friday 5th March 2027

7:30pm - 9:30pm

Central Theatre, Kent

Tommy Cooper - Have I Got Time For More?

Central Theatre, Kent

A wonderfully funny tribute to one of the UK's iconic comedians!

Theatre, Arts & Culture

Beat the Beast! Mark Labbett - Colchester 13/06/26 at Buzz Bingo Colchester

Beat the Beast! Mark Labbett - Colchester 13/06/26

Saturday 13th June

6:45pm - 11:00pm

Buzz Bingo Colchester

Beat the Beast! Mark Labbett - Colchester 13/06/26

Buzz Bingo Colchester

Do you think you can Beat the Beast? Join us for bingo follwed by a quiz hosted by the legendary Mark Labbett!

Daisy Diamond: Burlesque and Cocktails at Coda

Daisy Diamond: Burlesque and Cocktails

Wednesday 17th June

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Coda, Colchester

Daisy Diamond: Burlesque and Cocktails

Coda, Colchester

Daisy Diamond Presents: A Night of Amorous Artistry at Coda

Kulture Lab at Hypha Studios, 2 Walter Burke Way, Chatham, ME4 4RQ

Monday 27th July + 6 other dates

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Hypha Studios, 2 Walter Burke Way, Chatham, ME4 4RQ

Hypha Studios, 2 Walter Burke Way, Chatham, ME4 4RQ

Kulture Lab is a weekly Class, Workshop & Creative Lab designed for dancers and performers who want to go beyond choreography.

A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance at The Old Sun Inn

A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance

Friday 4th December

6:00pm - 9:45pm

The Old Sun Inn, Saffron Walden

A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance

The Old Sun Inn, Saffron Walden

A Christmas Carol return to Saffron Walden - Dickens' original 1853 performance text brought vividly to life in the historic Old Sun Inn by Mat Jones.

Experiences & Attractions

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 4th July at Trilogy Colchester

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 4th July

Saturday 4th July

5:30pm - 10:30pm

Trilogy Colchester

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 4th July

Trilogy Colchester

This isn't just bingo. It's something completely different - designed with you in mind, and packed with surprises from start to finish.

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 26th September at Trilogy Colchester

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 26th September

Saturday 26th September

5:30pm - 10:30pm

Trilogy Colchester

Ultimate Rave Bingo // Colchester // Saturday 26th September

Trilogy Colchester

This isn't just bingo. It's something completely different - designed with you in mind, and packed with surprises from start to finish.

Funky Dory Festival 7.0 at Ashfields Carriage And Polo Club

Funky Dory Festival 7.0

Saturday 15th August

12:00pm - 10:00pm

Ashfields Carriage And Polo Club, Dunmow

Funky Dory Festival 7.0

Ashfields Carriage And Polo Club, Dunmow

Funky Dory Festivals bring people together to create magical memories with legendary DJs and PAs. Come and experience that Funky Dory feeling!

Kids K-Pop Party - Rayleigh at The Mill Arts And Events Centre, Rayleigh

Kids K-Pop Party - Rayleigh

Sunday 13th September

1:00pm - 3:00pm

The Mill Arts And Events Centre, Rayleigh

Kids K-Pop Party - Rayleigh

The Mill Arts And Events Centre, Rayleigh

Kids K-Pop Party is the ultimate event for all young K-Pop fans!

Food & Drink

Wild West Romeo Rodeo - Bexleyheath 13/6/26 at Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

Wild West Romeo Rodeo - Bexleyheath 13/6/26

Saturday 13th June

6:45pm - 11:45pm

Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

Wild West Romeo Rodeo - Bexleyheath 13/6/26

Buzz Bingo Bexleyheath

Blending fierce hip-hop choreography, cheeky strip-tease moments, and bold cowboy swagger, WILDWEST is a modern cowboy showdown! 18+ gambleaware.org

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Enfield at Buzz Bingo Enfield

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Enfield

Saturday 13th June + 2 other dates

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Enfield

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Enfield

Buzz Bingo Enfield

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy Bingo, a Burger, and a Drink for just £6. Book now!

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Basildon at Buzz Bingo Basildon

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Basildon

Friday 12th June + 2 other dates

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Basildon

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Basildon

Buzz Bingo Basildon

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy Bingo, a Burger, and a Drink for just £6. Book now!

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Colchester at Buzz Bingo Colchester

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Colchester

Friday 12th June

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Buzz Bingo Colchester

Bingo Balls: Eat, Drink & Play for £6 - Buzz Bingo Colchester

Buzz Bingo Colchester

Exclusive Offer when you book. Enjoy Bingo, a Burger, and a Drink for just £6. Book now!

Sport

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Croatia (Essex) at 44 Moulsham Street

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Croatia (Essex)

Wednesday 17th June

6:00pm - 11:45pm

44 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Croatia (Essex)

44 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford

ESSEX. Watch every game LIVE at England's BIGGEST World Cup fan-zone in the heart of Chelmsford.

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Panama (Essex) at 44 Moulsham Street

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Panama (Essex)

Saturday 27th June

7:00pm - 2:00am

44 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Panama (Essex)

44 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford

ESSEX. Watch every game LIVE at England's BIGGEST World Cup fan-zone in the heart of Chelmsford.

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Ghana (Essex) at 44 Moulsham Street

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Ghana (Essex)

Tuesday 23rd June

6:00pm - 11:45pm

44 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford

It'sComingHomeZone: England Vs Ghana (Essex)

44 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford

ESSEX. Watch every game LIVE at England's BIGGEST World Cup fan-zone in the heart of Chelmsford.

MORE THAN A SHIRT Football Shirt Exhibition at Barking Learning Center

MORE THAN A SHIRT Football Shirt Exhibition

Monday 6th July + 51 other dates

10:00am - 4:00pm

Barking Learning Center

MORE THAN A SHIRT Football Shirt Exhibition

Barking Learning Center

sented by London Jersey Gallery, More Than A Shirt celebrates football’s ability to tell stories that transcend sport, connecting people, places, and

Family Days Out

Kids K-Pop Party - Rayleigh at The Mill Arts And Events Centre, Rayleigh

Kids K-Pop Party - Rayleigh

Sunday 13th September

1:00pm - 3:00pm

The Mill Arts And Events Centre, Rayleigh

Kids K-Pop Party - Rayleigh

The Mill Arts And Events Centre, Rayleigh

Kids K-Pop Party is the ultimate event for all young K-Pop fans!

Wrestling in Ilford! at Ilford Sports Club

Wrestling in Ilford!

Sunday 19th July

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Ilford Sports Club

Wrestling in Ilford!

Ilford Sports Club

Live professional wrestling is back at the Ilford Sports club! WrestleForce presents another 2 hours of epic action the whole family can enjoy!

Wrestling in Chelmsford! at Theatre The Boswells School

Wrestling in Chelmsford!

Saturday 27th June

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Theatre The Boswells School, Chelmsford

Wrestling in Chelmsford!

Theatre The Boswells School, Chelmsford

Get ready Chelmsford! Live professional wrestling is back in town! Saturday June 27th at the Boswells school auditorium for the 1st time!

Wrestling in Wickford at Nevendon Centre

Wrestling in Wickford

Saturday 20th June

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Nevendon Centre, Wickford

Wrestling in Wickford

Nevendon Centre, Wickford

Live professional wrestling is back in town! Saturday June 20th, The Nevendon Centre, WrestleForce returns for another afternoon of action!

Seasonal

POP ICONS Bottomless Brunch at Faces NightClub, UK

POP ICONS Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 25th July

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Faces NightClub, UK, Essex

POP ICONS Bottomless Brunch

Faces NightClub, UK, Essex

Calling all Beliebers, KatyCats, and pop lovers! We’re dedicated an entire afternoon to the chart-topping hits of the world’s biggest superstars

Throwback Anthems Bottomless Brunch at Faces NightClub, UK

Throwback Anthems Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 11th July

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Faces NightClub, UK, Essex

Throwback Anthems Bottomless Brunch

Faces NightClub, UK, Essex

Throwback Anthems Relive the Greatest Hits Step into a time machine at FACES Essex!

90s vs 00s RnB Bottomless Brunch at Faces NightClub, UK

90s vs 00s RnB Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 4th July

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Faces NightClub, UK, Essex

90s vs 00s RnB Bottomless Brunch

Faces NightClub, UK, Essex

RNB 90’s vs 00’s - The Ultimate Throwback Experience Get ready for the biggest brunch in Essex!

UKG Vs RnB Bottomless Brunch at Faces NightClub, UK

UKG Vs RnB Bottomless Brunch

Saturday 18th July

3:00pm - 7:00pm

Faces NightClub, UK, Essex

UKG Vs RnB Bottomless Brunch

Faces NightClub, UK, Essex

UKG Vs RnB Bottomless Brunch | Saturday 18th July Get ready for a high-octane battle of the beats! We’re pitting the garage classics of UKG against th

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