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What's On in Southend-on-Sea

Home to the world's longest pleasure pier, Southend-on-Sea is Essex's classic seaside city, with a buzzing beachfront food and festival scene.

What's on in Southend-on-Sea

Today

Thu 13 Aug 2026 — 33RPM at The Chequers, Billericay
Thu 13 Aug 2026 — Jam Night at The Crown at The Crown Inn, Roneo Corner Hornchurch (2 dates)
Thu 13 Aug 2026 — Playhouse Fun Day 2026 - Singing and Acting Class at Harlow Playhouse (2 dates) — 🎭✨Panto Stars in the Making – Kids’ Singing & Acting Workshops!✨🎭 Does your child dream of being on stage? Let them…
Thu 13 Aug 2026 — Playhouse Fun Day 2026 - Princess Party with Snow White at Harlow Playhouse (3 dates) — 🌞 Wake Up to Summer Magic of the PLAYHOUSE FUN DAY! 🌟 A Family Festival of Free & Ticketed Events Inspired by Snow…
Thu 13 Aug 2026 — Playhouse Fun Day 2026 - Silly Billy's Birthday Party at Harlow Playhouse (4 dates) — 🎉 You're invited to Silly Billy's Birthday Party! 🎉 Join Silly Billy for a fun-filled party packed with games, laughter…
Thu 13 Aug 2026 — Dungeons and Dragons Taster Session – House in the Basement at House in the Basement — A beginner\'s guide to D&D - free to attend! No experience needed - all materials provided. A fun, welcoming space…
Thu 13 Aug 2026 — Playhouse Fun Day 2026 - Dance Classes at Harlow Playhouse (2 dates) — Get ready to move, groove and unleash your inner superstar at our high-energy Street Dance Taster Workshop! Perfect for…
Thu 13 Aug 2026 — Music On The Bandstand - Ian Fox at Vine Gardens Sevenoaks — Free music on the Vine Bandstand
Thu 13 Aug 2026 — Ian Fox – Music on the Bandstand at Vine Gardens — Singer and songwriter performing blues, rock and Americana on piano. Residents and visitors have gathered at the…
Thu 13 Aug 2026 — DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL at Brookside Theatre — Read the books? Watched the movies? Now experience the magic of DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL live on stage this…

This weekend

Fri 14 Aug 2026 — The Johns at The Admiral Vernon, Dagenham (2 dates)
Fri 14 Aug 2026 — Lord Toffingham at The Papillon, Southend
Fri 14 Aug 2026 — Stellar Groove at The Golden Fleece, Chelmsford
Fri 14 Aug 2026 — SX5 at The Exchange, Southend
Fri 14 Aug 2026 — Dead Horse at The Fox & Hounds , Heacham

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