What's On in Southend?
Want to know what's on? Southend-on-Sea boasts a rich 'feast' of festivals and events all year round.
See breathtaking displays as the legendary Red Arrows top the bill at Southend's Festival of the Air. Join the frivolities at Old Leigh Regatta for traditional sailing and wacky water races.
Pack a picnic for a Concert in the Park or linger to hear Jazz on the Walkway. Watch the London to Southend Classic Vehicle Run, laugh at Mr Punch's wicked ways in the Grand Puppet Festival and marvel at Southend Carnival's grand procession and flourish of fireworks.
Still wondering what to do? How about a show at the Cliffs Pavilion or music, comedy and drama at the Palace Theatre?
New and exciting events are being added all the time so why not browse all the latest events which are coming up?
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Find all the latest events which are taking place in Southend-on-Sea. With hundreds of events throughout the year there really is something for everyone!
Festival Highlight
The skies will be filled with the sights and sounds of high speed jets and breathtaking display teams as the Festival of the Air returns on Sunday 30th & Bank Holiday Monday 31st May.
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With a flourishing arts scene to discover and a feast of festivals throughout the year you'll be spoilt for choice.
Fireworks at Southend Seafront