Events near Rayleigh, Southend-on-Sea

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.

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

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

South East Dance Festival is back in Southend for 2026!

Craig Jordan X Nova Presents The Ship Open Air

Music & Drinks By the seaside. Independent | Family Friendly | Good vibes Fresh Talent Under-18s must be accompanied by adults. VIP 18+ only.

RAVER TOTS IS RETURNING TO SOUTHEND FOR THE BIGGEST AND BEST FAMILY FRIENDLY OUTDOOR FESTIVAL YET.

The Prime Show - Chelmsford Rave brings DJs, rap battles, dance-offs & nonstop nightlife entertainment to Chelmsford this August 23rd 2026 by 7pm

Country Calling is a big celebration of Country music that takes place in Chelmsford, Essex.

VIP tickets for soultasia Essex 6/6

Introducing State Fayre Festival - the UK's biggest music & BBQ festival.