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The Halloween Parade took place on Saturday 29th October 2022.

6PM | The parade left Eastern Esplanade car park (formerly known as the Gasworks) 6PM-6:45PM | The parade made its way along Marine Parade to Southend Pier. 7PM-7:30PM | The parade finished on Western Esplanade by Roberto's. 7:30PM | The fabulous free fireworks finale was courtesy of Southend BID. They were set off from a barge out on the Thames just east of Southend Pier, but you could see them from anywhere along the seafront!

The Parade took place along Southend's iconic seafront, which is flat and easily accessible. There was a viewing platform on the raised area by the fountains for wheelchair users on Marine Parade. From the High Street/City Centre, access is via Pier Hill. There are lifts to and from the seafront, which are located at the bottom of the High Street. For lift opening times please call the Visitor Information Centre on 01702 212534.