Step beyond the ordinary and into a world of mystery as Moon, Magick and Mystery returns to Colchester Castle on Friday 9 and Saturday 10 October 2026.
Following the success of last year's acclaimed event (Myth, Magick and Mystery), visitors are invited to experience expert talks, paranormal investigations, witchy workshops, psychic readings, after-hours adventures and a fascinating marketplace of esoteric traders. From curious newcomers to seasoned seekers of the supernatural, there's something to intrigue everyone.
Presented by Colchester Museums and Seventh Sanctum, the event invites visitors to immerse themselves in the strange and macabre inside one of Britain's most historic buildings.
Tickets are now on sale at colchester.cimuseums.org.uk/mmm
A magical experience beneath the Moon
This year's event has a special lunar theme, inspired by the spectacular Museum of the Moon installation currently on display at Colchester Castle.
This year's event has a special lunar theme, inspired by the spectacular Museum of the Moon installation currently on display at Colchester Castle.
Created by internationally renowned artist Luke Jerram, the stunning artwork provides the perfect backdrop for this year's celebration of mystery, imagination and wonder.
From ancient beliefs about the Moon to stories, legends and unexplained phenomena, visitors will discover how lunar mythology continues to inspire and intrigue people today.
What can you experience?
During the two-day event, visitors can build their own experience from a wide range of activities, including:
During the two-day event, visitors can build their own experience from a wide range of activities, including:
- Expert talks from authors, researchers, museum specialists and paranormal investigators
- After-hours investigations of Colchester Castle, Hollytrees Museum and the Natural History Museum
- Witchy workshops and interactive experiences
- Psychic readings
- Curiosities, gothic and magical gifts from independent traders
- A pop-up café
- Limited VIP Tickets offering exclusive benefits!
Featured speakers include:
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Chris McKinnell, the grandson of legendary paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren will be talking about the cases behind the Conjuring movie franchise.
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Ashley Knibb, author, paranormal investigator and researcher will be discussing the disturbing case of the Royal Oak investigation.
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Chia-Yen, multi-award-winning QHHT practitioner, discussing past-life regression and leading workshops
Explore Colchester's most mysterious places after dark
For those brave enough, special evening investigations will offer a rare opportunity to explore some of Colchester's most historic sites after hours.
For those brave enough, special evening investigations will offer a rare opportunity to explore some of Colchester's most historic sites after hours.
Led by Seventh Sanctum and guest investigators, from TVs ‘Help! My House is Haunted’ these experiences invite participants to uncover stories, mysteries and the history connected to Colchester Museums.
Perfect for curious minds and lovers of the unusual
Whether you're fascinated by folklore, enjoy paranormal stories, love alternative culture, Moon, Magick and Mystery promises to be an unforgettable experience.
Whether you're fascinated by folklore, enjoy paranormal stories, love alternative culture, Moon, Magick and Mystery promises to be an unforgettable experience.
From sceptics and history enthusiasts to seasoned seekers of the arcane, there will be something to spark everyone's curiosity.
How to book tickets
Tickets start from £6 and are now available to buy online at colchester.cimuseums.org.uk/mmm
Tickets start from £6 and are now available to buy online at colchester.cimuseums.org.uk/mmm
Please note that some activities may have age restrictions and limited availability.
Councillor Darius Laws, Portfolio Holder for Culture, Heritage and Environment, said: "We're delighted to be offering this unique event again after the success of last year. Moon, Magick and Mystery offers visitors the chance to experience Colchester Castle in a completely different way, bringing together history, folklore, storytelling and exploration. With artist Luke Jerram’s Museum of the Moon installation providing an extraordinary backdrop, this year's event promises to be our most atmospheric yet."