New Year's Eve seafront fireworks

Date: 31st December 2025 - 2nd January 2026 Recurs daily.

Location: Southend Seafront

Cost: Free

Red and yellow fireworks

Back by popular demand, Southend is set to sparkle with the city's second New Year's Eve seafront fireworks displays.

Two dazzling, free displays will light up the night sky on Wednesday 31 December 2025, offering residents and visitors an unforgettable way to welcome 2026 in style.

Launched from a barge to the east of Southend Pier, they will be visible all along the seafront, but City Beach is the prime spot to catch all the action.

6pm display

At 6pm, enjoy a family-friendly display, perfect for little ones and early-night revellers.

Midnight display

The midnight fireworks will see Southend shine as the clock strikes twelve, ushering in the New Year with a spectacular bang.

Find out more on the Visit Southend website.

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