Thousands of people came along to the Town Council's Summer Fun Day which was held on Saturday 6th August 2011 along the Eastern Esplanade Canvey Sea Front. There was lots of entertainment including performances from a six piece "Classic Soul" band, the DLA American All Stars, Lady Gaga Tribute Act and headlining were 1980's band Heatwave. Locally sourced talent including Canvey Islands Got Talent Winners from 2009 and 2011, Georgia Garrett and Nina Smith giving vocal performances and dance entertainment was provided by local dance company Karizma. On the Labworth Park there were giant inflatables and a trampolining area for the children together with free face painting and balloon modelling. There were a variety of stalls for visitors to stroll around and street entertainers including Austin Powers, Salvo the Clown and stilt walkers. Many visitors applauded the wonderful sense of community that this event created and explained that they could not wait until next year!
