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Spanning three unmissable festivals at Southend’s Priory Park, these big name bookings promise to delight fans of all genres. We’ve rounded up some of the most exciting names headed for Southend this summer: We're now on WhatsApp! Join our new channel at to get all the latest breaking news and exclusive stories delivered straight to your phone. Get ready to let loose as Britrock legends Reef hit the stage at the Sausage and Cider Festival.
Brining a catalogue of unmistakable anthems, raw energy, and feel-good vibes, attendees can expect a set packed with huge tunes like ‘Place Your Hands’ and more. Get ready for a taste of Tennessee as One Night in Nashville brings the heart and soul of country music to this brand-new Southend festival. Serving an authentic Nashville sound, huge anthems, and a high-energy live show, they’ll have you singing and dancing throughout the night.
Possibly one of the UK’s biggest dance music icons, Example, will kick-off Lazydays 2025. With a legacy of chart-smashing singles, legendary festival performances, sold-out tours, and multiple platinum albums under his belt, this is a show you won't want to miss. The one and only Pete Doherty — iconic frontman of The Libertines and Babyshambles — is Lazydays’s Saturday night headliner.
With a brand-new album on the way, attendees can expect a special solo set with his band, packed with fresh tracks and timeless classics from across his legendary back catalogue. Rounding off Lazydays 2025 in true style are the double Grammy Award-winning, five-time Brit-nominated legends, Soul II Soul. Jazzie B and his full 15-piece band will be lighting up Priory Park with their signature soul sounds and R&B vibes.
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