Blog (Events) - Visit Essex

Ring in the New Year in style with one of many brilliant New Year's Eve events in Essex!

Discover great Christmas dinners and meals out, as well as perfect Christmas party locations in Essex. 

It’s officially time to start booking your tickets to your Christmas pantomime in Essex this year – and gosh, do we have quite the line up for you to choose from!

Have you been naughty or nice this year? Find out from the big man himself and book one of our top Santa Experiences in Essex! 

Attending at least one Christmas market is a non-negotiable when the festive season hits. Find a Christmas market in Essex for you to enjoy this year!

Grab your softest jumper, switch your sandals for boots, and get ready for a great autumn in Essex with pumpkin picking and more!

Explore the history of Essex with local Heritage Open Days taking place across the county between the 6th and 15th September 2024.

We’ve compiled the ultimate guide for making your Halloween in Essex frighteningly fantastic.

Let's look back on the role that Essex tourism businesses played in the London 2012 Olympics.

We’ve got something to tempt your tastebuds in Essex this summer with an array of great food and drink festivals and fairs taking place across the county.

Treat your Dad to a great day out for Father’s Day in Essex this June! There’s plenty to see and do, from history and heritage attractions to spa days and meals out.

There will be many services and events taking place across Essex to commemorate D-Day 80 and remember those who so bravely fought for their country. Read this blog to find one near you. 

Find a venue to hire for your next conference or event in Essex. 

Treat your mum to a wonderful day out with one of these great things to do on Mother's Day in Essex, from fun activities to afternoon tea, there's something to suit everyone.

Whether you’re coming down for a weekend staycation or a family day trip, there’s bound to be an event in Essex perfect for you this 2024!

Are you spending New Year's Eve in Essex? Check out what's on in our county for a great night out this year...

We can already hear the jingle bells and smell the mulled wine! If you’re looking for a Christmas market taking place in Essex, then look no further…

Essex Day, or St Cedd’s Day, is a wonderful opportunity for us to share and promote everything that makes Essex the brilliant county that it is, both past and present.

Christmas in Essex is always magical, with lots of great events taking place across the county. Read on for our list of Santa’s Grotto experiences in Essex this year.

Spooky season is nearly here! With Halloween fast approaching, we thought we’d help you out by putting together a list of Halloween and October half-term activities to do in Essex. 

Low on bank holiday ideas for this upcoming weekend? To help you out, we’ve put together a list of our top ten things to do in Essex this bank holiday – read on for more!

These quirky events in Essex are sure to leave you with unforgettable memories; from sausage throwing to mud racing, we certainly know how to have a good time!