Events in Grays From 1st June – 7th June 2026

Looking for events in Grays this week? A range of options is forming, with chances to try local brews, hear live music, and meet people in casual settings. We’ve picked a few things to do in Grays this week, including a dog show, a talk on June 4, and a beer and cider festival. There’s something to suit different tastes and schedules, from family activities to evening gatherings. A talk by Dave Wheatley from New Zealand is set at the New Cross Inn on June 4. There’s a fun dog show at Hectors Gate on June 7. The Thurrock Beer and Cider Festival takes place at The Orsett Showground, offering local drinks and live music. Grays has a long history, originally the manor of Grai, granted to Anchetil de Greye in 1195. It was a Thames-side port, noted by Samuel Pepys in 1665 for its fishing trade. Industrial developments in the Victorian era and landfill sites shaped its layout. Landmarks like the disused State Cinema and the lightship on Grays Beach reflect its past. Traffic jams are common on the A13 near the town centre and railway bridge during peak hours, and parking at Lakeside Shopping Centre can be tight. The c2c rail service connects via Grays railway station, but step-free access is limited. You can find family-friendly spaces, green areas, and playgrounds across the town. Check the listings below for times and venues.