Leisure World's Festival of Fun is back for its 4th year – and it's going to be amazing! Join us on Saturday 5 July at Colchester Sports Park and Sunday 6 July at Colchester Leisure World for a weekend full of free fun for the whole family.
Enjoy two days of free family fun with inflatables, swimming sessions, exciting displays, and the chance to try new sports. Highlights include the Extreme Bike Battle Show at both sites, Bounce trampoline and fitness classes at Colchester Sports Park, and a packed programme featuring free swimming assessments, water polo demos, gaming bus, skating and arcade games at Leisure World. Plus, don’t miss the ice cream vans available on both days!
Cllr Martin Goss, Portfolio Holder for Waste, Neighbourhoods and Leisure at Colchester City Council said: “We’re excited to welcome back the Festival of Fun at Leisure World and Colchester Sports Park. Join us as we showcase a fantastic variety of free activities designed to help you start—or continue—your health and wellbeing journey. We can’t wait to welcome everyone for a weekend packed with fun!”
Spaces are limited and fill up fast – secure your spot today! Book sessions here: Festival of Fun - Leisure World
Also, don’t miss the Barclays Big Tennis Weekend – a national event where everyone can play tennis for free! This event is part of a national Barclays Big Tennis Weekend campaign promoted by the LTA taking place all over Britain, encouraging people to head to their local tennis courts for free. Anyone can come along and play.
Book a slot on one of the courts for free here: Clubspark / Leisure World Tennis Centre / Coaching / Summary
Page last reviewed: 10 June 2025