Returning for Chapter Three in 2026 – Lazydays’ line-up includes headliners Tinie Tempah, Feeder, and Sister Sledge featuring original lead singer Kathy Sledge plus special guests The Feeling.

All that alongside Professor Green, The Pigeon Detectives, Heather Small, We Are Scientists, and Tunde the voice of The Lighthouse Family, Leigh-Anne, Natalie Imbruglia, The Enemy, Brand New Heavies, Nathan Dawe, The Subways, The Bluetones and DJ Yoda.

ALSO PLAYING: Fun Lovin’ Criminals and Artful Dodger headlining a new 1,000 capacity tent, alongside So Solid Crew’s Romeo and Lisa Maffia, Beans on Toast, DJ Format, Beatles Dub Club and Atomic Brass.

Other names to feature include Woody Cook (son of Fatboy Slim), Prima Queen, Abi Flynn, The Allergies, Pastel, Stone Jets, plus rising talent and festival favourites, including Ellie Sax, Smoove and Turrell, Kara Marni, Dubinski, Nuala and Konnected DJs, Bilk, Bleach Lab and Good Health Good Wealth.

A brand new third venue is also on the way, programmed alongside Essex promoters and grassroots venues to give emerging talent a platform and a proper festival moment.

Expect a spectacular weekend bursting with:

A community you keep coming back for Southend’s biggest cultural weekend.

Headliners to hidden gems, we’ve got it all
Proudly independent beers, spirits and wine
Dazzling special effects and decor
Unforgettable memories + good vibes
Banging local street food
Full of fun, for kids and adults alike (11 and under go free!)
Captivating street theatre, comedy and demos

This is… No Ordinary Weekend!