Southend is gearing up for a weekend packed with family-friendly events as we edge closer to Halloween.

There is something for everyone to enjoy across the city, making it a perfect weekend for all ages.

Here we have listed five Halloween-themed events happening in Southend this weekend.

1. Southend Zombie Walk:

The Southend Zombie Walk is set to return on October 26, starting at noon from Southend Victoria Circus.

After several years of hiatus, this iconic event invites participants to shuffle through the streets dressed as the undead.

The walk will stop at the Forum before continuing down the High Street to Pier Hill. Everyone is welcome to join this fun, spooky experience.

For more, visit https://www.visitsouthend.co.uk/event/southend-zombie-walk-2024/

2. Fright Fantastic at Adventure Island:

Adventure Island's "Fright Fantastic" returns from October 26 to 31, for a Halloween-themed week packed with fun activities for all ages.

Guests can enjoy trick-or-treating, a Halloween treasure hunt, eerie entertainment, free face painting, and a best-dressed competition with exciting prizes.

All the park's rides will also be open, ensuring plenty of thrills.

For more, visit https://www.visitsouthend.co.uk/event/fright-fantastic/

3. Halloween Craft Event at Kent Elms Library:

Southend's Kent Elms Library is hosting "Things That Go BOO!" on October 26, from 2pm to 3pm.

This free children’s Halloween craft event features fun activities like making a Ghost on a Stick and creating cardboard cats or bats.

Kids can also take part in a Spooky Treasure Hunt around the library and help build a Giant Spider Web by colouring their own spider.

Booking is recommended. For more, visit https://www.visitsouthend.co.uk/event/things-that-go-boo-in-the-library/

4. Prittlewell Priory pumpkin patch:

Prittlewell Priory will host the "Prittlewell Pumpkin Patch" event on October 26 and 27, from 11am to 4pm.

Families can pick pumpkins from the priory's lawn, enjoy face painting, crafting, a children’s trail, and participate in "Medieval Melodies," an interactive music and storytelling session.

The event also features a scavenger hunt, and activities themed around autumn and All Hallows' Eve, offering a fun and educational experience for kids and adults alike.

For more, visit https://www.visitsouthend.co.uk/event/prittlewell-pumpkin-patch/

5. Southend’s iconic Halloween Parade:

The Southend Halloween Parade will return to Southend Seafront on October 26, 2024, from 6pm to 7:30pm.

The fourth annual parade will feature giant puppets, inflatable creatures, music, dance acts, and more.

Last year, the event attracted more than 30,000 spectators, and this year promises even more thrills.

For more, visit https://www.visitsouthend.co.uk/event/southend-halloween-parade/