July Events in and Around Leigh

July 8, 2022

Looking for things to do over the summer? We’ve put together a list of events and things to do this July.

1. Rock of Ages at the Cliffs Pavilion - 8th to 9th July
   Rock anthems played by a live band in this musical comedy. Tickets from £37.50
   
2. Live music at The Boatyard - 8th to 9th July
   Tribute to Elton John - 8th July, £10.99
   Tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons - 15th July, £10.99
   
3. Southend Shakespeare Company: Bartholomew Fair - From 9th to 16th July
   Come down to Belfairs Park to watch this staging of Ben Jonson’s Bartholomew Fair. Adult tickets cost £10, Children are £5 and families cost £25.
   
4. Music In the Park – Priory Park Bandstand
   The ever popular Music in the Park returns to Priory Park bandstand. This event is completely free!
   9th July: Timeline
   10th July: Pat English Band
   16th July: Gaudeamus
   17th July: Amalgam
   23th July: Aveley and Newham Band
   24th July: Essex Yeomanry Band
   30th July: D’Ukes Ukulele Band
   31st July: Rayleigh Brass
   
   All acts are performing between 3pm - 4.30pm. No chairs will be provided so please bring your own or a blanket. There is also limited parking at the park so where possible use public transport, walk or cycle.
   
5. Some Mothers Do Ave Em: Palace Theatre - 12 to 16th July
   Joe Pasquale stars in this staging of the classic sitcom. Tickets from £29.50
   
6. Events at The Royal Hotel - 8th to 9th July
   Boozy Brunch Club - 16th July, £35
   Crime Scene Illusion - 21st July, £32
   
7. The Human League at Garon Park - 16th July
   The Human League are playing next weekend alongside some special guests and additional DJ sets. Tickets from £36.72
   
8. Southend Pride Parade - 16th July
   Pride Celebration, 12:00 at Warrior Square Gardens. Entertainment and refreshments will be provided.
   
9. Classic cars on the beach - 17th July
   Classic Cars on display along Marine Parade.
   
10. Summer Art Workshops at Leigh Community Center - starting 20th July
    Learn how to draw and paint with artists in residence Susan Allen and Kerry Doyland. Reservations are essential.
    
11. Mystery on Sea - 24th July
    Walking tour of Clifftown and the Royal Terraces in Southend.
    
12. Kaleidoscope Craft Workshop at Southend Library Forum - 26th July
    Kids crafts hosted by the summer reading challenge. Free entry
    
13. Inflatable Fun Day at Priory Park - 26th July
    70ft inflatable assault course with other attractions. Tickets from £15.
    
14. Inflatable Fun Day at Chalkwall Park - 28th July
    70ft inflatable assault course with other attractions. Tickets from £15.
    
15. Anglo Saxon Weekend - 30 to 31st July
    Living history camp with battle re-enactments and activities. Tickets £8