An audience of 17,000 watched local singer Olly Murs perform on 10 June 2017 in the stadiums third open-air concert. This was followed by girl group Little Mix making their Colchester debut on 8 July 2018 as part of their popular Summer Hits tour.
On June 10, 2017, a significant audience of 17,000 gathered to watch Olly Murs perform at the stadium's outdoor concert event. This was followed by Little Mix making their debut in Colchester on July 8, 2018, as part of their highly anticipated Summer Hits tour.