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The Christmas lights are on and so it’s time to start feeling festive! The evenings are getting longer but there’s still plenty to see and do!

With a whole host of festive and not so festive events, and our exciting things to see and do, there’s so many reasons to #VisitSouthend this season.

 

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Christmas in Southend

Discover the magic of Christmas in Southend City with a variety of events and activities the whole family can enjoy. From cosy chats with Santa in one of his grottos across the city, to the selection of pantos, to one of the many craft events.

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What's On in Southend
Christmas Garland Making Workshop
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Christmas Film Day
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Christmas Crafts
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Santa Sleigh
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Children’s Christmas Craft Event
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Patrick Byrne – Elvis
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Let’s Rock n Roll Christmas Party
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Carols by the Tree
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Walk-about Christmas Characters
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