Walton Arts Festival

18th~20th September 2026

Save the Date! Between the Tides is coming back in September 2026. It aims to showcase the flourishing arts scene in Walton on the Naze and surrounding areas, creating the opportunity for local artists and community groups to connect through events and workshops. Games and other activities on the beaches and historic venues of Walton will keep the kids happy, too.
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The tides of the Autumn Equinox will shape the timeline of events over the weekend, taking audiences from the sandy beaches at low tide into the town centre and Naze Tower at high tide.

Dogshow at Walton Pier. Photo by Karin Andreasson

Clacton Arts Centre present Strung Out at The Albion, by Karin Andreason

Narcotic Hearts Outside of Format. Photo by Malcolm Batty

Dogshow at Walton Pier. Photo by Karin Andreasson

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Music

Local Music & Artists

Mailing List

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The Arts Trail

Walton Art Network & Exhibitions

Wander through the streets, independent shops and art venues of Walton and join the impressive Arts Trail to take in the rich and varied work of local artists.

Workshops with Jo Marshall

Walton Arts Festival

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Sandcastle Competition on The Leas Beach. Photo by Matt Sutton

Naze Tower Teddy Bear Jump

Young Writers Challenge Awards

Sandcastle Competition on The Leas Beach. Photo by Matt Sutton

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Joining in...

Workshops for All

Enjoy the work of local artists and musicians and join one of the workshops that will be taking place at the weekend.

Family Fun

Activities on the Beach & at the Naze Tower

Games and competitions on the beach and on the Naze, including a Teddy Bear Parachute jump off the iconic Naze Tower, kite flying on the beach and more.