# What's On In Brightlingsea This Weekend | April 24-26, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Brightlingsea is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore what to do in Brightlingsea this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and event in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore. Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Brightlingsea

- **Event Name**: Mersea Barns & Back 5k / 10k Run
  - **Description**: Stretch your legs on Sunday 26th April by joining our 5 or 10km All-Terrain Run, starting and finishing at ‘The Barns’ - supporting local charities, RNLI and Air Ambulance ��

Registration 8:30am at Mersea Barns, East Mersea.
Staggered starts for the 5K &
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 26 2026 at 08:30 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brightlingsea/mersea-barns-and-back-5k-10k-run/200029979481953
  - **Venue**: East Road, East Mersea, Colchester
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  - **Categories**: nonprofit, charities, marathons
- **Event Name**: Introduction to Enamelling with Sara Barker
  - **Description**: Enamel is powdered glass which fuses to metal when heated in a high temperature kiln, producing a rich and glossy surface ideal for lovers of shape, pattern and colour.
Guided through each stage of this lovely process you will try the two application tech
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun Apr 26 2026 at 05:30 pm (+01:00)
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  - **Venue**: The Shipyard Estate, Brightlingsea, Essex., Colchester
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- **Event Name**: Waldegraves Car Boot Sale
  - **Description**: We’re back for another fantastic season filled with bargains, hidden gems, and great vibes!

When: Every Sunday from 5th April 2026 to 13th September (weather permitting).
Where: Waldegraves Lane, West Mersea, Colchester, CO5 8SE

Times:
Sellers: From 6am
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 26 2026 (+01:00)
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  - **Venue**: Waldegraves Lane, CO5 8SE West Mersea, United Kingdom
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## Trending Events in Brightlingsea

- **Event Name**: 2026 Brightlingsea Regatta
  - **Description**: Join us for the annual Brightlingsea Regatta, a celebration of maritime heritage and community spirit. This year's event features exciting come and try sessions, family-friendly activities, local food and craft stalls, and live entertainment. Whether you'
  - **Venue**: Brightlingsea Seafront
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- **Event Name**: Mersea Lions Family Festival
  - **Description**: Family Festival for all ages. 
Admission: £5 per adult, children free. 
Vehicle display, including emergency vehicles. 
Food and drink stalls. 
Craft stalls. 
Raffle tent with fantastic prizes. 
Information tent. 
Live music all day. 
Foxash Fun Dog Show.
  - **Venue**: Waldegraves Holiday Park
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- **Event Name**: 🌴 TROPICANA NIGHT! 🌴
  - **Description**: 🌴 TROPICANA NIGHT! 🌴
Get ready for a huge 80s Tropical Party Night with THE MIXUPS at Bentley Country Park!
🎤 Whitney Houston
🎤 Gloria Estefan
🎤 Madonna
🎤 ABBA
🎤 Diana Ross
Expect bright costumes, sing-along anthems and a packed dancefloor!
📅 Saturday 2nd
  - **Venue**: Bentley Country Park
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- **Event Name**: Carnival Day
  - **Description**: Free Entry , stalls , food , live music , street parade , dog agility display , reptiles and snake handling , fun fair , licensed bar something for everyone to enjoy
  - **Venue**: Bayard Recreation Ground
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- **Event Name**: Brightlingsea Food & Drink Festival 2026
  - **Description**: We're back for our 9th year bringing great street food, arts & crafts, local food producers, live music, kids entertainers and a brilliant time.
  - **Venue**: Promenade Way, CO7 0HH Brightlingsea, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Wine & Pizza in the Vines
  - **Description**: Enjoy a relaxed and family friendly evening in the vines with our award winning wines and wood fired pizzas. 
4.30-10pm
Bring chairs if you can. 
Well behaved dogs welcome on leads. 
Only food and drink purchased at the vineyard bar to be consumed on site
  - **Venue**: Thorrington Mill Vineyard
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- **Event Name**: WWW @ Waldegraves
  - **Description**: We're back at the fantastic Waldegraves for some seaside slamming and shenanigans!! 

Don't miss what is always a great afternoon of wrestling madness!!
  - **Venue**: Waldegraves Holiday Park
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- **Event Name**: The Gatehouse Truckshow 2026
  - **Description**: The Gatehouse Truckshow tickets are now on sale, follow the social for more details and updates .
  - **Venue**: Mersea Island
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- **Event Name**: Remembrance Sunday 2026
  - **Description**: Join us on the 8th of November 2026 for a truly memorable Remembrance Sunday special event with a unique atmosphere. Supporting the Airborne Gunner Trust. We will have silence at 1100hrs within the race itself. We have kept a 10km and half option for 2026
  - **Venue**: Brightlingsea Beach
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Brightlingsea?
  - **A:** Mersea Barns & Back 5k / 10k Run (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 08:30 am at East Road, East Mersea, Colchester), Introduction to Enamelling with Sara Barker (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Shipyard Estate, Brightlingsea, Essex., Colchester), Waldegraves Car Boot Sale (Sun Apr 26 2026 at Waldegraves Lane, CO5 8SE West Mersea, United Kingdom).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Brightlingsea today April 26, 2026?
  - **A:** Mersea Barns & Back 5k / 10k Run (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 08:30 am at East Road, East Mersea, Colchester), Introduction to Enamelling with Sara Barker (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Shipyard Estate, Brightlingsea, Essex., Colchester), Waldegraves Car Boot Sale (Sun Apr 26 2026 at Waldegraves Lane, CO5 8SE West Mersea, United Kingdom).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Brightlingsea this weekend April 24–26, 2026?
  - **A:** Mersea Barns & Back 5k / 10k Run (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 08:30 am at East Road, East Mersea, Colchester), Introduction to Enamelling with Sara Barker (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Shipyard Estate, Brightlingsea, Essex., Colchester), Waldegraves Car Boot Sale (Sun Apr 26 2026 at Waldegraves Lane, CO5 8SE West Mersea, United Kingdom).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Brightlingsea in April 2026?
  - **A:** Mersea Barns & Back 5k / 10k Run (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 08:30 am at East Road, East Mersea, Colchester), Introduction to Enamelling with Sara Barker (Sun Apr 26 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Shipyard Estate, Brightlingsea, Essex., Colchester), Waldegraves Car Boot Sale (Sun Apr 26 2026 at Waldegraves Lane, CO5 8SE West Mersea, United Kingdom).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Brightlingsea?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Brightlingsea on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Brightlingsea?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Brightlingsea?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Brightlingsea include East Road, East Mersea, Colchester, The Shipyard Estate, Brightlingsea, Essex., Colchester, Waldegraves Lane, CO5 8SE West Mersea, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Brightlingsea?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Brightlingsea include Mersea Barns, BENCH space, Waldegraves Holiday Park.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Brightlingsea?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Brightlingsea.

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