Events in Grays From 4th May – 10th May 2026

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Looking for events in Grays this week? You can find a mix of musical evenings and daytime gatherings, with options to suit different schedules. This week’s lineup includes live music and social opportunities, mostly focused on evenings and weekends. The area’s quiet character, shaped by its history as a Thames-side fishing port and Victorian chalk pit town, underpins the local atmosphere. Events are generally low-intensity, with nightlife leaning toward relaxed settings. Accessing them is straightforward via the A13 or c2c rail from Fenchurch Street station, though expect traffic on the A13 near the town centre and around Grays bus station, particularly during peak hours. Some venues, like the disused State Cinema, no longer operate, but entertainment remains available through community-run listings. Check the listings below for times and locations. Be aware of limited step-free access at Grays station, and plan travel accordingly. The city’s past as a port and industrial site still influences its character, even if some landmarks are no longer active.

Friday 8th May

Tom Carradines - ve Day - Cockney, Wartime Singalong!

· Nightlife & Music

Tom Carradine leads a wartime singalong featuring Cockney and music hall tunes from the WW1 and WW2 eras.

Susie at Royal Oak Ockendon

· Nightlife & Music

Comedian Susie performs a live stand-up gig at Royal Oak South Ockendon, Grays.

Saturday 9th May

Go Outdoors Thurrock New Store Opening Event

· Shopping & Markets

GO Outdoors Thurrock opens its new store at Lakeside Retail Park with a public event.

House of Stepz - Day Party

· Nightlife & Music

House of Stepz hosts a daytime party at LDN EAST featuring garage and house music with deep basslines and high-energy dancing.