Castle Park

Colchester’s historic Castle Park, just a short walk from the city centre, is a superb outdoor space where thousands gather from across the region to enjoy a host of events from spring to autumn. Over recent years Castle Park has staged spectacular music concerts including Olly Murs, Tom Jones and Simply Red; alongside popular events such as the Sausage & Cider Festival, Oktoberfest, Colchester Food and Drink Festival and the Christmas ‘Enlightened’ light trail.  The Castle Park also hosts touring productions from Funfairs to the Castle Park Theatre and a free programme of bandstand concerts.
  • Good transport links
  • Close to Colchester town centre
  • Grade 1 listed venue
  • Purpose designed event access
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Events at Castle Park

King Coel’s Kittens Fireworks Spectacular
5th November 2026
Castle Park
Santa Fun Run 2026
6th December 2026
Castle Park
Simply Red
18th - 18th August 2027
Castle Park
Ronan Keating & Blue
21st August 2027
Castle Park

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Colchester Events supports the Council's declaration of a climate emergency and net zero emissions target by 2030, and the need for us all to reduce the environmental impact of our lifestyles. One way we can do this is by travelling by walking, cycling or using public transport, rather than cars where possible. Please see the information about travelling to our event locations by walking, cycling and using public transport. Information is also listed about parking where this is necessary.

Castle Park is a short walk from the town centre, with great local bus links and within walking distance of Colchester North and Colchester Town Station.

By Bike

There are plenty of bike stands at most entrances to Castle Park as well as in the town centre. You can download the Colchester Cycle Map from the Cycle Colchester website, or use one of our suggested routes on this map

By Bus

Castle Park can be easily reached by bus from the bus stops on the High Street.

You can use Travel Essex to plan your route by bus online or by downloading the app.

Parking Information

The closest car parks are located at Priory Street (Colchester City Council) and Leisure World (Parking at Leisure World Colchester | Colchester Leisure World) Where you can access the Park via the north entrance. Further parking is available through the council’s town centre car parks (Parking and travel · Colchester City Council).