Southend On Sea Festivals

Ministry of Sound Classical live at Rochester Castle - iconic dance anthems performed by orchestra and vocalists in a spectacular open-air show

3 day outdoor festival, held in the beautiful setting of Mt Ephraim Gardens, featuring the very best in classic and progrock, blues and roots music.

New World Festival returns on Sunday 30th August to a brand new stunning location of Chelmsford Central Park headlined by Craig David.

Chelmsford Summer Series presents: McFly, who will return to Essex for a special outdoor show in Central Park on Saturday 29th August.

The best of the 90's & 00's - Old Skool Garage, House Classics, Old Skool RnB, 90's Anthems, Club Classics & Jungle!

Secret Island Festival, back on Mersea Island for 3 days of house, disco, DnB & live bands over 4 stages, now with camping for the full island escape.

A fantastic 2 day event featuring 70s/80s legends Odyssey and Heatwave, supported by a range of amazing tributes, family themed shows and attractions!

Nashville is coming to Danson Park on 9th August! Get ready for Sundown Country Festival, a brand new show from the creators of the Park Rock series!

Returning to Bexleyheath for it's third year; Park Rock 2026 brings two stages packed with the UK's top tributes to Danson Park.

Rock The Mote returns to Mote Park in 2026 but this time it's back to the summer months, taking place in July with more of the UK's top tributes!

Prepare to dance under the stars as the amazing Symphonica #TheIbizaOrchestra comes to Danson Park with a huge new playlist for 2026!

Maxi Priest, Aswad, Tyber & Pete - The Dualers, Special Kinda Madness & Ska N Mash live at The London Ska & Reggae Festival.

A weekend of live entertainment, Thai boxing demonstrations, Food stalls, Thai beer and drinks, relaxing Thai massage and fun for all the family.

Eutopia WHS is the destination for London's biggest celebration of underground D&B + Jungle, with an Outdoor Courtyard stage + 3 Warehouse Arenas!

Chelmsford Summer Series presents: Sugababes, who will return to Essex for a special outdoor show in Central Park on Friday 28th August.

We return to our festival home in our biggest way yet this summer for the 5th anniversary of what we now call the Mara family in safari fashion!

Craig Jordan Presents... Fox Fest

Award winning, family friendly, Electronic Dance Music Festival in Essex. UK STREET FOOD | BOUTIQUE BARS | COOL BEATS 5th Sept 2026, 12.00 till 10.30

Essex's biggest over 25s outdoor party returns this summer

The Ultimate R&B Summer Festival, Open Air, Summer Surprises, Special Guest DJs, Live Hosts, Production, Dancers, Entertainment, Giveaways & More!

A full day of live tribute acts, great music and festival vibes...and raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support at The Spitfire, Kings Hill!

Kings Hill Music Festival returns with top live bands, great vibes, and a full day of music, food and family fun. Tickets on sale now!