Get ready for an unforgettable Bank Holiday weekend at Southend Pier this August! From Saturday 24 August to Monday 26 August, Southend Pier will transform into a vibrant hub of entertainment against the backdrop of the stunning replica Spanish ship, Galeon Andalucia. Featuring an exciting lineup of DJs, live music, special guest appearances, and a unique maritime experience, it’s a weekend not to be missed!

Southend Pier will come alive with the sounds of top DJs and live bands throughout the weekend. The renowned Old Time Sailors return to the pier to take you on a musical journey with their mix of sea shanties and folk tunes. There will also be an eclectic mix of performances from The Silver Darlings, The Tempo Collective, Levent & Taylor’s World Band, The 251s, The Tuppenny Bunters, No Good Woman & The Kingsnakes. DJs The Record Department with DJ Daryl Easlea and Middle Age Spread will be hitting the decks too.

On Saturday, the Blackwater Pirates will make a special appearance to help landlubbers really get into the spirit of the high seas. They will be posing for photos at the pierhead and raising money for Little Havens Children’s Hospice.

Performance times:

Saturday 24 August

12pm - 2pm: Old Time Sailors 

2:30pm - 3:10pm: The Silver Darlings

3:45pm - 5:30pm: The Tempo Collective 

Sunday 25 August

12pm - 12:45pm / 1:15pm - 2pm: Levent & Taylor's World Band

2:30pm -  3:15pm / 3:45pm - 4:30pm: the 251s

Throughout the day: THE RECORD DEPARTMENT WITH DJ DARYL EASLEA

Monday 26 August

12pm - 1pm / 1:30pm - 2:30pm: Tuppenny Bunters

3pm - 3:45pm / 4:15pm - 5pm: No Good Woman & The Kingsnakes

Throughout the day: MIDDLE AGE SPREAD

Please note performance times are subject to change and cancellation in bad weather.

Usual pier admission charges apply, there is an extra charge for boarding Galeon Andalucia. Advance tickets for Galeon Andalucia are available to book here.