Visit Southend

There's so much more besides the seaside... so whether you're a resident, visitor or just curious, follow us to discover the very best of Southend.

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BEAT THE HEAT 🔥🌞

The warm weather is set to continue this weekend, with temperatures forecast to reach 29°C on Saturday and 26°C on Sunday – perfect for a trip to the coast! ☀️

Start planning now your weekend now! 👇
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GREAT NEWS 🎢🎢

From Saturday (27 June) @Adv_Island will be open daily throughout the summer! Are you brave enough to tackle Axis? Or soar to new heights on Vertigo? 🙌

🌟 Rides for all ages and heights
🕚 Open from 11am
👉https://t.co/bYLz9VX6xr

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🎶MUSIC IN THE PARK🎶

Get together with your favourite people this weekend & enjoy the feel-good vibes at Priory Park for @SouthendCityC's Music in the Park!

🎤 Sat - Franky B
🎸 Sun - Cantare
🕒 3pm – 4:30pm
🙌 Sponsored by @BTMKSolicitors
👉 https://t.co/TsSMdDGdz3

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ARMED FORCES DAY 🥁🇬🇧

Show your support this Armed Forces Day. Join the City of Southend Armed Forces Day event featuring a military parade, open air service, vehicle displays, stalls& more.

📍 Southend High Street
📆 Saturday 27 June
🕙 10am-2.30pm
👉 https://t.co/JMzfij3tI2

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🚗 CLASSIC CARS ON THE BEACH 📷

Step back in time and soak up the nostalgia at Southend’s much‑loved Classic Cars on the Beach event.

📅 Sunday 28 June | 9am - 4pm
📌City Beach
👉 https://t.co/NeZ6L2jG1C

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SAVE THE DATE 🪁
Join @YourSouthchurch for a relaxed family day by the sea, with a variety of colourful kites taking to the skies from fun character designs to more traditional styles.

📅Saturday 25 July | 11:45am - 5pm
👉https://t.co/i82BNvjulU

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ART FANS ✨🎨

Leigh Art Trail returns! Mark your calendars, it’s going to be a beautiful celebration of local talent. 60+ artists including some exhibiting on the Trail for the first time will fill shops, cafes & churches!

📍 Leigh-on-Sea
📆 4-19 July
👉 https://t.co/AAzWgx5XEK

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🦇 JOIN US 🦇

Grab your community group, your dance school or just round up your mates and join us in the Southend Halloween Parade! 🎃

📅 Saturday 31 October (HALLOWEEN NIGHT!) | 6pm
📌 Southend Seafront
SIGN UP 👉 https://t.co/Ystmwrpwr9

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GET ON THE DECKS 💃🍹
The open‑air disco at the end of the world’s longest pleasure pier returns this weekend. Enjoy big beats, big views & even bigger summer vibes!

📅 20 & 21 June
🕐 1pm-7pm
📌 @southend_pier
🌴 Standard pier admission applies
👉 https://t.co/NxXTuKurjd

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WEEKEND IN SOUTHEND 🌞😎

Summer vibes are rolling in this weekend, with temperatures set to hit 27°C on Saturday and 25°C on Sunday, perfect for a trip to the coast! ☀️

Plan your visit here - https://t.co/nUWB1DYRVR

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GET YOUR FOLK ON 🙌

Get ready for toe-tapping tunes and good vibes - Leigh Folk Festival is almost here!

😎 Music | Dance | Spoken Word | Workshops | Local Makers | Food stalls
📆 26 - 28 June
📌 Leigh Library Gardens
👉 https://t.co/Si61YrBLVl

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🎉 OPENING EVENT 🎉

Join Focal Point Gallery for a vibrant day celebrating the launch of Rosie Ridgway’s Phantom Power exhibition.

📍 Focal Point Gallery, Elmer Square
📆 Saturday 20 June
🕒 3pm - 8pm
🤝Everyone welcome
👉 https://t.co/NhgPaWBCrZ

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BOOK NOW 🥳🥳

Get ready for Essex’s number 1 family-friendly festival-style garden party! Gardenfestuk is packed with feel-good vibes, great music, and fun for all ages!

📅 Saturday 25 July 2026
🕑 2pm – 8pm
📍 Skylah’s Bar Southend
👉https://t.co/qIBrXiRqQQ

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CHECK IT OUT 👀

Join Leigh on Sea Lions Club for their fantastic Charity Duck Race!

1400 numbered duckies will be ready for their annual swim from Bell to Billet Wharf.

🐤 Sponsor a duck at £1 ticket
📌 Old Leigh
📅 Sun 21 June
👉 https://t.co/cB78dTPPgg

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🦖✨ DINOSAUR TAKEOVER ✨🦖

Get ready for a ROAR-some family adventure and join Adventure Island for a Jurassic journey the whole family will love! ⭐🦕

🎢 @Adv_Island
📆 Saturday 20 June
🥚 Meet & greets run from 12pm - 5.30pm
✅ No booking required!
👉 https://t.co/ePGkHvvNck

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🚗 CLASSIC CARS ON THE BEACH 🚗

Step back in time and soak up the nostalgia at Southend’s much‑loved Classic Cars on the Beach event.

📅 Sunday 28 June | 9am - 4pm
📍 City Beach
👉https://t.co/RhYUfRYHln

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VISIT THE VULCAN ✈

In need of inspiration for a Father's Day gift? Treat Dad to a visit to the Vulcan!

See former Royal Air Force bomber Avro Vulcan @XL426 up close!

📅 Sunday 21 June | 10am-4pm
📌 @SouthendAirport
🎫 Adults £10 | Under 16 FREE
👉 https://t.co/I7tqaWTHvb

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CHECK IT OUT🏅
Join the @SouthendRNLI Mulberry Fun Run & experience the thrill of reaching the iconic Mulberry Harbour🏃‍♀️
📆 21 June
⏰ Starts at 10:50
📌 Thorpe Esplanade, Thorpe Bay
💷 Adults - £15 & Children - £10 (includes a completion medal)
👉 https://t.co/oR6EDQU941

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ON THE DECKS 🌴🎶

@southend_pier's open‑air disco returns this Saturday & Sunday, 1pm–7pm (weather dependent). Uplifting sets from live DJs:
✨ Saturday | Adam Remington
✨ Sunday | Gino Muscat Soul on Sunday
🌴 Usual pier admission charges apply
👉 https://t.co/NxXTuKtTtF

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MUSIC IN THE PARK 🎶🌲

Soak up the feel good tunes at Priory Park this weekend with @SouthendCityC's Music in the Park! 🙌 Sponsored by @BTMKSolicitors

🎤 13 June | The Fifty Choir
🎸 14 June | Rayleigh Brass
📍 Priory Park Bandstand
🕒 3pm – 4:30pm
👉 https://t.co/TsSMdDGLoB