What's On: Norwich & East of England
Posted on Friday 12th December 2025 at 16:00
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Gigantic Tickets
From the lively streets of Norwich to the scenic coastline of Suffolk and the cultural hubs of Cambridge and Colchester, the East of England is set to come alive with unmissable events this year. With everything from open-air concerts to independent festivals, there’s a rich mix of entertainment waiting to be explored.
Whether you're a seasoned gig-goer, a festival fanatic, or simply looking for memorable days out with friends and family, there’s something happening nearby to spark your interest - and Gigantic Tickets makes it easy to plan ahead.
Whether you're venturing across the region or lucky enough to live in the heart of it all, our handpicked guide brings you the best of what’s coming up in Norwich and beyond. Want even more options? Browse at gigantic.com to discover the full range of events landing near you.
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So, whether it’s a summer of festivals or a string of standout gigs you’re after, now’s the perfect time to start planning an unforgettable season in the East!
BROWSE BY TOWN OR CITY:
NORWICH | CAMBRIDGE | PETERBOROUGH | NORTHAMPTON | ELY | IPSWICH | SOUTHEND-ON-SEA | LUTON | COLCHESTER
SOULTASIA PRESENTS 'GROOVE IS IN THE PARK'
WITH THE REAL THING, ODYSSEY & MORE
📅 Sunday 24th May 2026
📍 Harlow Rugby Club, Essex
CHESNEY HAWKES
📅 Monday 16th & Tuesday 17th March 2026
📍 Waterfront Studio, Norwich & Colchester Arts Centre
THE STREETS
PERFORMING A GRAND DON'T COME FOR FREE IN FULL
📅 Friday 7th & Friday 21st August 2026
📍 Audley End, Essex & Earlham Park, Norwich
ERIC CLAPTON - HERITAGE LIVE FESTIVALS 2026
📅 Sunday 23rd August 2026
📍 Royal Sandringham Estate, King's Lynn
MADNESS - ROCK N ROLL CIRCUS
PLUS OCEAN COLOUR SCENE, THE WAILERS, THE SELECTER & DAVID RODIGAN
📅 Sunday 23rd August 2026
📍 Earlham Park, Norwich
BILLY OCEAN - COLCHESTER CASTLE SUMMER SERIES
PLUS VERY SPECIAL GUEST MARTI PELLOW
📅 Thursday 20th August 2026
📍 Colchester Castle
PETE TONG IBIZA CLASSICS - HERITAGE LIVE FESTIVALS 2026
PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS PAUL OAKENFOLD, CHICANE, SAM DIVINE, SARAH STORY & MORE TBA
📅 Saturday 8th August 2026
📍 Audley End, Essex
DEACON BLUE
TK MAXX PRESENTS BEDFORD SUMMER SESSIONS
📅 Thursday 2nd July 2026
📍 Bedford Park, Bedford
BASTILLE - COLCHESTER CASTLE SUMMER SERIES
PLUS VERY SPECIAL GUESTS ARTHUR HILL, ORLA GARTLAND & ALFIE TEMPLEMAN
📅 Sunday 23rd August 2026
📍 Colchester Castle
THE KOOKS - ROCK N ROLL CIRCUS
PLUS THE VACCINES & THE FRATELLIS
📅 Saturday 22nd August 2026
📍 Earlham Park, Norwich
RICHARD ASHCROFT - COLCHESTER CASTLE SUMMER SERIES
PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS TOM MEIGHAN & APOLLO JUNCTION
📅 Thursday 27th August 2026
📍 Colchester Castle
THE BRAND NEW HEAVIES
📅 Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd March 2026
📍 The Nick Rayns LCR, UEA, Norwich & Cliffs Pavilion, Southend On Sea
UB40 FEAT. ALI CAMPBELL - TK MAXX PRESENTS BEDFORD SUMMER SESSIONS
PLUS VERY SPECIAL GUESTS BITTY MCLEAN & REGGAE ROAST FT. MC HORSEMAN
📅 Friday 3rd July 2026
📍 Bedford Park
ALTERED IMAGES
PLAYING THE ICONIC ALBUM HAPPY BIRTHDAY
📅 Thursday 3rd September 2026
📍 The Adrian Flux Waterfront, Norwich
KENNY THOMAS
📅 Wednesday 18th & Tuesday 24th March 2026
📍 Corn Exchange, Ipswich & Corn Exchange, Cambridge
HAPPY MONDAYS
CELEBRATING 35 YEARS OF PILLS 'N' THRILLS AND BELLYACHES
📅 Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th March 2026
📍 Cliffs Pavilion, Southend On Sea & The Nick Rayns LCR, UEA, Norwich
