UB40 Featuring Ali Campbell

Back by popular demand after a SOLD OUT show in 2023 they’re back for their only UK show this August! Get ready for an unforgettable day-to-night event as UB40 featuring Ali Campbell returns to Southend. Led by the legendary founding member and unmistakable voice of UB40, this live show brings you the iconic hits and feel-good anthems that have defined generations.

He'll be joined by the iconic reggae sound of Gentleman's Dub Club, Carroll Thompson (Queen of Lovers Rock) & Trojan Soundsystem, an institution in UK sound system culture.

Book your tickets now and don't miss this huge summer event at Garon Park!

Make a full day of it with:

🎶 Special guests
🍔 Street food traders
🍺 Draft bars
🎢 Funfair rides
🎁 Brand activations
👕 Official merchandise

General FAQs and Info:

•⁠ ⁠All attendees, regardless of age, must hold a valid ticket
•⁠ ⁠Adult Tickets: Ages 14+
•⁠ ⁠Child Tickets: Ages 0-13
•⁠ ⁠All Child Ticket holders must be accompanied by a paying adult aged 18+
•⁠ ⁠All attendees under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult aged 18+
•⁠ ⁠This is a standing outdoor concert
•⁠ ⁠No alcohol will be sold to under 18s (Challenge 25 in operation)
•⁠ ⁠For event FAQs, please click here.

Accessibility information

•⁠ ⁠Getting into the event: please head to the Accessible queue lanes when you arrive. Please have your Access Card ready to help speed up entry. Our team will direct you to the dedicated accessible entrance, where you'll be issued with your accessible wristband.

•⁠ ⁠Accessibility Viewing Platform. Our Accessibility Viewing Platform is located approximately 75 metres from the Main Stage, giving you a great view of all the performances. Accessible toilets are available within this area, as well as at the Welfare Tent and throughout the event site.

•⁠ ⁠Bars. Accessible lanes are available at the bars and are clearly signposted. If you've been issued with an accessible wristband, simply show it to the bar team. Security will ask to see your wristband before allowing access to these lanes.

•⁠ ⁠Need any support? Our dedicated Welfare Team is based at the Welfare Tent and will be happy to help if you need any assistance during the event. You can also speak to any member of security, who will be able to direct you to the right place.

•⁠ ⁠Blue Badge Parking A limited number of Blue Badge parking spaces are available near the entrance. If you haven't already arranged parking and require a space, please message us as soon as possible. Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance. We hope you have a fab time, and we'll see you on Saturday! Feel free to share this information with anyone who you believe needs it.