Kid’s Activities
Supported by Atlantic Pacific. Stop by The Toddle Inn for a host of children’s timed and drop-in activities on Saturday and Sunday, and some whole-weekend activities.
Magic Dave
One of the UK's top family and children's entertainers, Magic Dave will be roaming the festival arena sharing his wizardry with us all. Dave regularly performs across the country with his friend Charlie the Cheetah touring his stage shows to theatres, festivals and events!
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Circus Skills
Come try your hand at juggling, diablo, plate spinning or any one of the many activities that Storm in a Teacup Circus will be running from the festival arena - you might even spot a stilt walker or two!
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Bouldering
Wall
For nearly three years, IndiRock have been bringing the adventure and enjoyment of bouldering to Southend - and now their team are joining us to debut their latest feature - a travelling bouldering wall. It's completely free to have a go, fun for all ages.
ALL WEEKEND
Bubble-ology!
Giant bubbles: awe-inspiring, super-sized and iridescent bubbles. Millions of bubbles: imagine the space around you filled with bubbles, all whirling around, ready to be popped.
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Stilt walkers
Keep your eyes peeled for our towering stilt walkers in sparkly, show-stopping outfits! They’ll be strutting, dancing and dazzling their way through the festival — spreading smiles, striking poses, and bringing big energy wherever they go. Catch them for a photo, a wave, or even a high-five (if you can reach!).
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Aerial Silk +
workshops
Look up! Our aerial silk performers will dazzle with gravity-defying moves, high above the park. Once they’re back on solid ground, it’s your turn! Join in with hands-on, family-friendly workshops where kids (and grown-ups too!) can try out safe and simple circus skills — swing, spin and stretch your way into the world of aerial acrobatics.
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Arts & Crafts
Get stuck into some hands-on fun at our arts and crafts corner! With all sorts of bobs, colours and sparkles to play with — plus a giant scribble wall for unleashing your inner artist — kids can stick, decorate and create to their heart’s content.
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
The Mocktail
Bar
Step into the only bar around that's exclusively for kids! In our mocktail activity area, get your little ones playing, experimenting and being creative with flavours, colours, fruits and garnishes. Mix with one of our mocktail shakers - or take a ride on the mocktail bike!
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Billy Banana
Meet Billy Banana — Joe Banana’s brother from another mother! One of the South East’s top family entertainers, Billy brings a big dose of silly, with party games, dancing, magic and mayhem. Expect high-energy fun, heaps of laughs, and his own unique twist on the classic Banana party!
SUNDAY
Bam Bam
Bam Bam will entertain the whole family with his unique style of magic, mad games, crazy discos, dancing and general sillyness! So, get ready for crazy props and lots of energy, bubble and snow machines, balloons, magic and laughter!
SATURDAY
Interactive Music Zone
Our official charity partner, YMCA Southend’s All in Music Studio will be bringing down a host of musical instruments (including an electric drumkit) for anyone of any age to have a go at and discover their inner-headliner!
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Giant Lawn Games
Bigger is better! Challenge your mates (or your mum) to a round of giant lawn games — think oversized classics, silly twists, and plenty of friendly competition on the grass.
ALL WEEKEND
Facepainting
Get in the festival spirit with a pop of colour and a sprinkle of sparkle! Swing by for face glitter, decals and other festival-ready finishes to add that extra shine to your day. *Small additional charge.
Storytelling
Settle in, get cosy, and let your imagination run wild — it’s storytelling time! From magical lands to mischievous characters, our storytellers will whisk little ones away on fun-filled adventures, all without leaving the festival field.
SATURDAY | SUNDAY
Bump to Breast
The YMCA Southend-run infant and breastfeeding support group will have their mobile infant feeding tent for a comfy spot to sit, with support available.
SATURDAY | SUNDAY