Southend-on-Sea · Grassroots

East Coast Social

Q: What genres does East Coast Social book?

East Coast Social books Acoustic, Spoken word. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

Eat, drink, dance — Southend high-street bar with open mic and DJs

Venue at a glance East Coast Social · Southend-on-Sea

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Capacity

standinggrassroots

1 night

Live music

Monper week

19:30

Start time

doorsnightly

BYO

Backline

bring owngear

Acoustic

Books

originals+1 more

Verified

Directory status

openGX directory

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Last updated: 3 Jun 2026

East Coast Social — Quick Facts

Eat, drink, dance — Southend high-street bar with open mic and DJs

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✓ Verified openLast verified 03 Jun 2026Source: facebook.com

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Capacity–

Live nightsMon

Curfew–

Sound limiter–

Outdoor stageNo

OriginalsYes

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Where

East Coast Social
Southend-on-Sea
Southend-on-Sea

Genres

Acoustic Spoken word

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About East Coast Social

East Coast Social is a grassroots music venue in Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.

East Coast Social books Acoustic, Spoken word acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Southend-on-Sea venue directory.

East Coast Social is a bar and restaurant on Southend-on-Sea's bustling high street, built around an 'Eat, Drink, Dance, Be Social' ethos. Music is central: it runs an open mic open to all musicians, singers, poets and performers, and at weekends switches to a later licence with DJs, performers and a proper party atmosphere. There's also event space for hire, making it a flexible Southend spot for live entertainment.

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What equipment does East Coast Social provide?

BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Southend-on-Sea venue directory.

What genres does East Coast Social book?

East Coast Social books Acoustic, Spoken word. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.

How do I book a gig at East Coast Social?

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Does East Coast Social have open mic nights?

Yes — East Coast Social hosts open mic nights. Check the listing for day, time, and signup details on the Southend-on-Sea Open Mic Finder.

Where is East Coast Social?

Southend-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea. See the map below for directions. Browse more Southend-on-Sea venues nearby.

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