Essex Summer of Culture Guide

We are delighted to share the Essex Summer of Culture guide 2025 with you.

Partnering with Essex arts and cultural organisations, we showcase some amazing free and low cost activities, exhibitions and experiences taking place in the county this summer for you to enjoy. Discover themes of community, storytelling, heritage and wellbeing.

Packed full of fascinating features and articles as well as family-friendly listings from, we'll keep you busy all summer long.

We're pleased to confirm that the Summer of Culture guidewill once again be available in print from Essex Libraries, Essex Country Parks and many attractions and organisations across the county, so look out for a print copy to share with friends.

Explore the guide or read on to discover more.

By the team that bring you Essex Explorer magazine, in association with Culture Essex.