Let me Entertain You - a Tribute to Robbie Williams
A tribute show celebrating the music of Robbie Williams is set to perform at West Cliff Theatre.
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What's On in Clacton-on-Sea – Events This Week & Things To Do
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Walking past the Seafront Gardens at dusk brings quiet moments, flower scents mixing with coastal wind, benches filled with locals. In a town where history hums beneath modern pleasures, from Martello Tower E to Jaywick Sands, the best moments can disappear into online noise. We keep Clacton’s signal clear: what's new on the promenade, hidden spots near Butlin’s Holiday Camp, or weekend walks through green spaces like Jaywick Foreshore. No scrolling. Just your town, delivered.
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Events in Clacton-on-sea This Weekend
Meet Paw Patrol's Marshall And Chase at Clacton Pier! 6th June to 7th June
Children can meet PAW Patrol characters Marshall and Chase at Clacton Pier on 6th to 7th June.
Ultimate Rave Bingo // Felixstowe // Saturday 6th June
An interactive rave-themed bingo event with surprise performances and energetic atmosphere at Beach Street, Ipswich.
Jive Talkin'
Jive Talkin’ delivers a night of Bee Gees tribute music and entertainment.
Events in Clacton-on-sea This Week
Back in Essex For a Mighty 6th Year-2 Stages of Unparalleled Entertainment .. a…
A star-studded soul and disco festival returns for its sixth year with multiple stages and live performances.
Richard Digance
Comedian and storyteller Richard Digance performs his latest show at West Cliff Theatre.
Let me Entertain You - a Tribute to Robbie Williams
A tribute show celebrating the music of Robbie Williams is set to perform at West Cliff Theatre.
Meet Paw Patrol's Marshall And Chase at Clacton Pier! 6th June to 7th June
Children can meet PAW Patrol characters Marshall and Chase at Clacton Pier on 6th to 7th June.
Ultimate Rave Bingo // Felixstowe // Saturday 6th June
An interactive rave-themed bingo event with surprise performances and energetic atmosphere at Beach Street, Ipswich.
Jive Talkin'
Jive Talkin’ delivers a night of Bee Gees tribute music and entertainment.
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Upcoming Events by Category
Family & Kids
Monster Truck Motorfest Kent 2026
Monster Truck Motorfest Kent 2026 returns at Manston Airport with wild trucks and family-friendly motoring fun.
Nightlife & Music
Beat The Beast! Mark Labbett - Colchester 13/06/26
Mark Labbett hosts a bingo and quiz night at Buzz Bingo Colchester.
Country Roads Fest
Country & Western-themed festival featuring live music, DJ, food stalls, and outdoor drinking in a pub garden.
Iconic - Miss g's Academy of Performing Arts
Students from Miss G's Academy perform a vibrant celebration of music and dance at West Cliff Theatre.
Counterfeit Sixties Show
The Counterfeit Sixties Show returns to the West Cliff Theatre for its 14th anniversary UK tour.
Rulebreakerz Dark Side
A Drum n Bass/Jungle day rave in Clacton-on-Sea featuring local DJs and a live RBKZ set.
Featured Places in Clacton-on-sea
Food & Drink
9 Flags Café & Bistro9 Flags Café & Bistro is a no-frills seafront spot in Clacton-on-Sea, serving straightforward meals and drinks with quality ingredients.
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Dial A PizzaYou can find Dial A Pizza on Old Road in Clacton-on-Sea, a quick-service Italian takeaway that’s been part of local routines for years.
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Essex KebabsYou can find Essex Kebabs on Clacton-on-Sea's High Street, serving straightforward takeaway meals.
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Favourite Grill & Great ChickenYou can find Favourite Grill & Great Chicken on High Street in Clacton-on-Sea.
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Greensward CafeGreensward Cafe sits on Marine Parade West in Clacton-on-Sea’s Sea Front area, a casual coastal spot known for fish and chips served fresh daily.
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Things to do in Clacton-on-sea
You can find things to do across neighbourhoods such as Jaywick Sands and Butlin’s Holiday Camp. Activities include live music at West Cliff Theatre, family-friendly events near Clacton Beach Promenade, food options at venues like 9 Flags Café & Bistro, and seasonal markets along the seafront. Events cover culture and arts, fitness and outdoors, shopping and markets, and Food & Drink. The town’s programming reflects its seaside identity with performances at Princes Theatre and West Cliff Theatre. Activities take place near landmarks including SeaQuarium at Clacton Pier, the green spaces around Jaywick Foreshore, and Clacton Beach Promenade. Expect live music shows, community theatre productions, family days out with play equipment, food events in public areas, and guided walks along coastal paths. This site lists what’s happening this week and this weekend across categories including Nightlife & Music, Family & Kids, Shopping & Markets, Fitness & Outdoors, Culture & Arts, and Food & Drink. Information is available on venues like West Cliff Theatre and Princes Theatre for planning ahead.
Common Clacton-on-sea Questions
What kinds of events happen in Clacton-on-Sea during the week?
Weekly programming includes theatre performances at West Cliff Theatre and Princes Theatre, food festivals featuring vendors from Jaywick Sands and nearby green spaces such as Jaywick Foreshore, and markets held regularly on seafront locations or public gardens like Seafront Gardens. Exhibitions highlight geological significance through displays tied to Clacton Channel Deposits, Martello Tower E, and SSSI sites including Clacton Cliffs and Foreshore. These events update each week with schedules reflecting seasonal shifts.
Where do most events take place in Clacton-on-Sea?
Main venues are clustered along the seafront: West Cliff Theatre, Princes Theatre, SeaQuarium at Clacton Pier, Adventure Island, Martello Tower E, and Butlin’s Holiday Camp. The pier hosts evening entertainment including fireworks displays during Bank Holidays and seasonal events like Dusk Display. Green spaces such as Jaywick Foreshore, Clacton Golf Course, and Seafront Gardens provide settings for family activities and outdoor markets. These locations are accessible via the promenade or public pathways.
Are there family-friendly things to do in Clacton-on-Sea?
Yes, family events occur at venues including West Cliff Theatre (children’s theatre), Princes Theatre, Hasty’s Adventure Farm with animal encounters, and Discovery Detectives sessions held at Colchester Castle. Seafront Gardens feature sensory gardens within Green Flag Award-winning clifftop areas offering benches, walking paths, and safe play zones for young children. Activities like the Kids Club or SEND swim days are hosted in facilities near Holland Haven Country Park or Clacton Beach Promenade.
What nightlife and music events happen in Clacton-on-Sea?
Nightlife includes live performances at West Cliff Theatre (musicals), Princes Theatre, and venues on the pier. Comedy acts such as The Grahams Live appear weekly. Seven Drunken Nights tribute show is held monthly on Saturday evenings at Princes Theatre. Dusk Display during the Clacton Airshow involves pyrotechnics over a darkened sky with aircraft lighting effects from 18:00–21:30 hours in late summer. Evening events are also hosted after-hours by Butlin’s Holiday Camp and Martello Tower E.
How can I find events happening this week or this weekend in Clacton-on-Sea?
Check the site's curated listings for "this week" or "this weekend," filtering across categories: Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Family & Kids, Food & Drink, Shopping & Markets. Use venue filters (e.g., West Cliff Theatre), location tags like Jaywick Sands or Clacton Golf Course. Seasonal guides detail recurring events tied to landmarks such as Martello Tower E and the Seafront Gardens with accessible entry points during peak hours.