Great Yarmouth Late Summer 2026

Welcome to Late Summer Fun 2026 in Great Yarmouth

From sandy beach expanses to the inland waterways of the Norfolk Broads, Great Yarmouth’s natural holiday appeal is a draw in itself.  Add to this traditional seaside nostalgia by the bucket load, with attractions, free events and activities and it’s the ideal late summer getaway.  With activities and shows still drawing the crowds at Visit Great Yarmouth for late summer season include:

PLEASURE BEACH - OVERPLAY FUN CENTRE  is a family‑friendly activity centre open until the 31st October. inside a huge weather‑proof Big Top from Overplay UK located in the old log flume site next to the Pleasure Beach. Guests can enjoy a giant indoor inflatable bounce park, a two‑tier climbing net, and — when conditions allow — an outdoor activity zone. Every ticket includes a minimum of 45 or 90 minutes of high‑energy fun with guaranteed access to all indoor attractions, plus the outdoor area whenever it’s safe to open. For more information visit Pleasure Beach Overplay Fun Centre

CIRCUS & WATER SUMMER SPECTACULAR AT THE HIPPODROME CIRCUS

The mesmerising Summer Circus & Water Spectacular at the Hippodrome has now finished for the Summer but will return for October half term for a fantastical Halloween Spooktacular show from 22nd October - 1st November.  For more information: Hippodrome Halloween Spooktacular

PIER OF YEAR, THE BRITANNIA PIER PUTS ON A LINE UP TO PROVE WHY

Hot from being crowned Pier of the Year 2026 in the National Piers Society’s annual competition, Great Yarmouth’s Britannia Pier still has a packed line up throughout the year.  One of the UK’s original Victorian timber-framed piers, thanks to an ongoing £2.2 million investment programme, visitors can enjoy all the recent upgrades to the amusement arcade, entrance façade, pub, food stalls and rides. The packed programme features top UK tribute bands and stand-up comedy and music nights. For the full programme, visit Britannia Pier

GORLESTON PAVILION CELEBRATES 125^TH ANNIVERSARY WITH A PACKED PERFORMANCE LINE-UP THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

In true Victorian ‘rom-pom-pom’ heritage, Gorleston, with its wide seaside promenade, is also home to other traditional favourites – a pavilion theatre and bandstand.  Celebrating its 125^th anniversary this year, the Gorleston Pavilion stages comedy, musical entertainment, tribute acts and family shows throughout the year.  For more information visit Gorleston Pavilion Theatre & Bandstand

UP CLOSE WITH THE OCEAN AT SEALIFE GREAT YARMOUTH

Open daily throughout the year - A real draw for lovers of the ocean, SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth is an itinerary must. Still fresh from a £1 million makeover last year, its aquarium display, is home to over 30 marine species including blacktip reef sharks, moray eels, tangs, and angelfish, all set within a 250,000-litre Ocean Tank and Tunnel. The display also features a shipwreck habitat with an immersive interactive experience enabling visitors to see and hear the crashing waves - making them feel completely submerged in the ocean's depths. Penguins, jellyfish, rockpool and creepy crawly encounters are all available too.  Visit Sea Life Centre for more information

SEE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION IN ACTION WITH A VISIT TO SEE THE TWO NEW RARE SUMATRAN TIGERS AT THRIGBY HALL WILDLIFE GARDENS

Open all year - Wildlife lovers visiting Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens will have the opportunity to see a pair of the world’s most endangered species.  Sumantran tigers Lottie and Raja are the latest arrivals to join the conservation attraction as part of the European Endangered Species Programme. There are fewer than 400 Sumatran tigers thought to remain in the wild so it is hoped the pairing of Lottie and Raja will help safeguard the future of this critically endangered big cat.

Alongside the tigers, are a variety of other endangered animals including snow leopards, Amur and clouded leopards, red pandas, meerkats, gibbons and Asian small-clawed otters. Families can also enjoy the large play area with a 3D Adventure Maze, climbing and ropes, plus an expansive lawn for picnics and play. Thrigby Hall Wildlife Gardens

NEW CAFÉ OPENS AT HISTORIC VENETIAN WATERWAY

A charming mix of canals, coastal gardens, and rustic bridges, Great Yarmouth’s historic Venetian Waterways is magical oasis that has been welcoming visitors since the 1920s. New for summer an independent café has opened, serving an inventive menu focused on local food and drink producers.  The Little Venetian Café & Boating Lake offers pedalo and row boat hire too (from £15 for 45-minutes) making it the perfect pitstop following an on-the-water pootle.

The Venetian Gardens were established as a ‘public works’ initiative designed to provide local employment during a period of economic hardship. Cleverly sunken (so wonderfully sheltered), this peaceful attraction is favourite summer spot - that’s accessible for wheelchairs and buggies too. For more information: Venetian Waterways & Island Cafe

With a picture postcard seafront, Marine Parade, often referred to as the Golden Mile is jam packed with amusements, attractions, adventure golf, restaurants, and pubs, all geared up for day trippers and holidaymakers, who want to make the most of our popular seaside resort.

Open all year the Wellington Pier is home to 10 full size bowling lanes, American pool tables and many other games.

For the younger generation, Joyland, open since 1949, is a firm favourite and home to many exhilarating rides, including the iconic super Snails. Opening times are weekends only out of season and reopens daily at October half term.

The Pleasure Beach Gardens is packed with many activities, including the Jurassic Gardens, the Learners’ Driving School and an intriguing Upside Down House and for lunch and refreshments visit Sara's Tearoom - open at weekends only and then open daily at October half term.

The 18-hole Pirate’s Cove is also a must if adventure golf is your thing. It’s been entertaining visitors for more than 25 years as people putt their way under waterfalls, over footbridges and through caves. Open daily until 1st November but check before you go as openings are subject to weather.

Just off the main parade there’s the iconic Regent Road selling all the holiday memorabilia you can find, as well as shops boasting wares, from clothes to furniture.

If you fancy a flutter on the horses at Great Yarmouth Racecourse or just the excuse to dress up for Ladies Day for the excitement of watching the horses thundering past - last race on 16th September or you fancy the thrill of banger racing at Yarmouth Stadium open until 1st November then Great Yarmouth has that too! Check the websites for opening dates and times.

As the sun goes down there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained  Or catch a show at the iconic beautifully restored St. Georges Theatre.

Over at Gorleston, you can enjoy the beach attractions, which includes a bowling green and a trim trail on the cliff top, boasting stunning views of the beach and harbour. 

Whilst a little way down the coast is the beautiful resort of Hemsby and Newport with it's arcades, attractions, food and gloriously sandy beach. Great Yarmouth has many villages to explore within a short distance so don't forget to take the time to explore our Seaside towns and villages 

Great Yarmouth has a rich heritage, full of cultural experiences. Why not take a tour around the Lydia Eva, the last steam drifter, which has returned to her home port of Great Yarmouth as a floating museum of the fishing industry.

Go back through the eras at the Time and Tide Museum or visit one of the UK’s oldest gaols at the Tolhouse Museum. Dating back to the 12^th century, take a peek inside the original cells and discover the fate of the thieves and smugglers who were confined there.

For those who love the great outdoors, hire a cruiser and amble along The Broads, taking in Thurne and Bure, sail past Martham, Thurne, Acle and Stokesby, before winding your way to Great Yarmouth.

With so much to see and do there’s a plethora of hotels and bed & breakfasts, and restaurants serving fabulous food to prepare for the next exciting day ahead.

Enjoy the Late Summer 2026 season in Great Yarmouth!