06.02.26 What’s On in Basildon this weekend

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It’s Friday, Basildon!
February is already looking busy (in the best way!) Whether you’re in the mood for bingo, live music, wrestling, or a good old quiz night, here’s what’s happening in and around Basildon, Billericay and Wickford this weekend.

Friday 6th February

Film Night: My Brother Bob 7:30pm St Andrew’s Church, Wickford
Meet film director Will Norman and watch his award-winning documentary exploring quality of life. A thoughtful and inspiring evening hosted by Wickford & Runwell C of E Churches. No booking required - just turn up! Where? St Andrew's Church, 11 London Road, Wickford SS12 0AN

Live Music: Dean Facey From 7:30pm Posh Boys Brewery & Taproom, (8 Riverside House, Lower Southend Road, Wickford, SS11 8BB) 

Youth Hangout 8pm – 9:30pm, His Kingdom Church UK
A relaxed evening of real conversations, Bible discussions, games night and social activities got young people. Ages: 3–8, 9–14, 15–20 are all welcome. Where? Laindon Community Center, Aston Road, Basildon SS15 6NX

Country/Rock n Roll tribute night From 8:30pm @ Billericay Constitutional Club
Country meets rock ‘n’ roll with Billy Jo Spears & Band. A fun, feel-good tribute night to kick off the weekend. Address: 1A High St Billericay, CM12 9BE

Bingo night from 8:00pm @ Runwell Social Club, Wickford
Country meets rock ‘n’ roll with Billy Jo Spears & Band. A fun, feel-good tribute night to kick off the weekend. Address: St. Lukes Way, Runwell, Wickford, Essex, SS11 7QA

DJ Tommy Watts from 8pm The Jolly Friars, (118 Whitmore Way, Basildon, SS14 3JT)

Karaoke night from 3:30pm @ White Swan pub, Wickford (35 The Broadway, Wickford, Essex, SS11 7AD). Grab the mic, bring your mates, and sing your heart out

Saturday 7th February

Ni-sen Karate Classes Laindon Community Centre, High Road, Laindon

• 10:15am – 11:00am: Tots

• 11:00am – 12:00pm: Older kids and adults Beginners welcome. Contact: 01268 546439 or email [email protected]

Family Bingo @ Bartlett Park, Southend Road SS11 8RZ. Doors open 7pm | Games start 7:30pm
£5 entry | Books available on the night. A mix of music bingo and classic bingo, plus a bar open. Perfect for a fun family night out. Book your place: WhatsApp Claire on 07885 406660.

Live Blues Music @ Blues at Barleylands (SS15 4BG)
2pm | £10 entry. Crosstown Revival, 70s Roadhouse Rock, Blues • Rock • Expect legendary tracks from Hendrix, Deep Purple, Status Quo, Joe Cocker, The Doors, Allman Brothers and more. Where? Barleylands Sports & Social Club, Barleylands Road, Billericay, CM11 2UF

Live Entertainment: Eden J From 8pm
Saturday night live music with Eden J bringing the energy. To book acts: 07939 016006 or 07595 584548. Where? The Barnet Centre, Butneys, Basildon, SS14 2DG

Quiz Night – Pitsea School Uniform Bank, Arrive 7pm | Start 7:30pm
£5 per person | Vange. Children over 12 are welcome in teams. Two tables still available for last-minute joiners. A great cause and a fun night with wonderful people. For enquiries, kindly get in touch. Address: Riverton Hall, Bardfield, Vange. SS16 4JW. More info/to join in, book here

Christ Church Quiz Night 7pm Christ Church, Perry Street, Billericay
£8 per person | Raffle. Bring your own drinks and nibbles (no spirits). Join as a group or come solo and make new friends. Funds raised for church roof repairs.

Live Music: Headfirst 9pm The White Swan Wickford (35 The Broadway, Wickford, Essex, SS11 7AD Headfirst live on stage. Good times, loud music, and a proper Saturday night atmosphere.

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Sunday 8th February

10AM BLAST at ((BOUNCE)) Great Berry Primary School, Forest Glade, Langdon Hills, Basildon, SS16 6SG. High-energy, feel-good cardio to banging tunes. Child-friendly (bring prams/snacks!) and suitable for all. PAYG. Book here (£7.95)

LDN Wrestling Sunday 8th February at The Billericay Theatre. 34 Radford Way, CM12 0BT
Doors open at 1:30pm. £20 adults | £16 children. Get ready for an electrifying wrestling event packed with high-octane energy, big moves, and crowd-pumping action. Whether you’re a quiz champion or more of a cocktail connoisseur, this is for everyone. For more information, call 01277 655861.

Messy Church @ Christ Church Hall, Perry Street Billericay. CM12 0NX. Time: 10am. Story, singing, and crafts for young families. All welcome!

Sunday Soul Sessions @ Chequers, 44 High Street, Billericay CM12 9BQ. Classic Soul anthems with Zero radio;s

Food & Fellowship at His Kingdom Church

Sunday, 8th February | Service starts at 2:00pm. Where? Laindon Community Centre, Aston Rd, Laindon, Basildon SS15 6NX

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