15.05.26 What's on around Basildon

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It's the Weekend!

Live music, comedy nights, indie anthems and reggae nights to bat walks and charity races, creative workshops, and community events — there's plenty happening across Basildon and beyond this weekend.

Friday 15 May

Yoga for Mental Health – FREE
🧘 11:15am
📍 King Edward Centre, Laindon SS15 6GY
✉️ [email protected]

Men’d Model Making – Happy Hub
12pm. Enjoy a relaxed creative atmosphere with good company.
📍 Unit 11, Eastgate SS14 1AE

Sing Club – Billericay Theatre
A fun daytime singing session open to all. Great for meeting people and enjoying music in a relaxed setting.
🕜 1:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 Billericay Theatre
💷 £6 per session
📧 [email protected] 

Silent Reading Group – Langdon Nature Discovery Centre
Every Friday
A relaxed space to read, unwind, and enjoy quiet company with fellow book lovers. Coffee, cake, and calm guaranteed.
🕝 2:30pm – 4:30pm
📍 Langdon Nature Discovery Centre

Adults Evening – Pottery Painting @ The Craft Shed
📅 Friday 15th May
Switch off, relax, and enjoy an evening of pottery painting with friends and family. Bring your own wine and nibbles for a laid-back creative night designed just for adults.
🕖 7:00pm – 10:00pm
📍 Fobbing, Waterworks Ln, Fobbing, Stanford-le-Hope SS17 9HT, UK
🌐 www.thecraftshedessex.com/workshops

DJ Zoltan @ The White Swan
📅 Friday 15th May
Kick off the weekend with a massive Friday night party as DJ Zoltan spins crowd favourites and dancefloor classics late into the evening. Great music, lively atmosphere, and weekend vibes guaranteed.
🕣 From 8:30pm
📍 The White Swan

DJ Tim @ Posh Boys
📅 Friday Night
Expect a lively night packed with 90s and 00s party anthems alongside classic club favourites as DJ Tim takes over the decks at Posh Boys. Perfect for a fun Saturday night out.
🕗 From 7:30pm
📍 Posh Boys
🌐 Posh Boys Bar

Langdon Bat Walk and Talk
📅 Friday 15th May
Discover the fascinating world of bats with an evening of expert talks and a guided bat walk using bat detectors. A unique outdoor experience perfect for nature lovers and curious families.
🕢 7:30pm
📍 3rd Avenue, Lower Dunton Road, Basildon SS16 6EJ
💷 £15 per person. Book here: Langdon Bat Walk and Talk | Essex Wildlife Trust

Totally Blondie – Live at Towngate Theatre
📅 Friday 15th May
One of the UK’s most respected tribute acts heads to Basildon for a night celebrating the iconic hits of Blondie. Expect classics like Heart of Glass, Atomic, Call Me, and Sunday Girl performed with energy, passion, and incredible live vocals.
🕗 8:00pm
📍 Towngate Theatre, St Martin’s Square, Basildon. Book here: Seven Drunken Nights | Towngate Theatre

Joe Garner Live @ Maggio Lounge
📅 Friday
Kick off the weekend with live music, great vibes, and cocktail deals. A relaxed evening with no booking needed…just come in and enjoy.
🕖 From 7:00pm
📍 Maggio Lounge, 50 High St, Billericay CM12 9BS

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Saturday 16 May

Ni-sen Karate Classes @ Laindon Community Centre

High Road, Laindon.
10:15am – 11:00am: Tots
11:00am – 12:00pm: Older kids & adults
Beginners welcome. Contact: 01268 546439 | [email protected]

Launch of the 3 R’s History Trail Open Days
📅 Saturday 16th May
Step into local history as three historic churches open their doors for a special heritage trail. Explore fascinating displays, discover local stories, and enjoy refreshments throughout the day. A lovely community event for history lovers and families alike.
🕙 10:00am – 4:00pm
📍 St Nicholas Rawreth • All Saints Rettendon • St Mary’s Runwell

St Mary Magdalen – Prayer Stations & Community Welcome
📅 Saturday 16th May
St Mary Magdalen Church will be open for visitors with “Thy Kingdom Come” Prayer Stations available throughout the day. Mary’s Meals and Billericay Foodbank will also be present, creating a warm and welcoming community atmosphere.
🕥 10:30am – 4:00pm
📍 St Mary Magdalen Church

Clay Plaque Workshop @ The Craft Shed
📅 Saturday 16th May
Get hands-on with clay crafting in this creative workshop perfect for beginners and craft lovers alike. A fun and relaxing session to create something unique to take home.

🕥 2:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Fobbing, Waterworks Ln, Fobbing, Stanford-le-Hope SS17 9HT, UK
🌐 www.thecraftshedessex.com/workshops

The Indie 500’s – Britpop & Indie Tribute Band
📅 Saturday 16th May
Get ready for a huge night of Britpop and indie anthems as The Indie 500’s bring the sounds of Oasis, Blur, Arctic Monkeys, The Killers, and more to The Jolly Friar. A perfect Saturday night for indie music lovers.
🕘 9:00pm
📍 The New Jolly Friar, Diamond House, 104 Whitmore Way, Basildon SS14 3JT

SX5 Live @ The Owl and Pussycat
📅 Saturday 16th May
SX5 take to the stage with a packed setlist covering hits from the 70s right through to today. Expect singalong favourites, dancefloor classics, and a lively atmosphere all evening long.
🕣 8:30pm
📍 Owl and Pussycat, 164 Clay Hill Road, Basildon

Ska & Reggae Night @ Fryerns Social Club
📅 Saturday 16th May
Enjoy a fantastic night of ska, reggae, dub, and classic party tunes featuring music from Bob Marley, Madness, UB40, The Specials, Bad Manners, and more. A brilliant atmosphere and bargain drinks make this one not to miss.
🕗 8:00pm
📍 Fryerns Social Club, 400 Whitmore Way, Basildon
💷 £3 guest entry

Test Track Ten Races – St Luke’s Hospice

📅 Saturday 16th May. One of Essex’s most respected running events returns to the Ford Dunton Campus. Choose from a 10-mile race, 10K, or family fun run while supporting St Luke’s Hospice. Open to runners, walkers, wheelchair users, and families.
🕗 From 8:00am

📍 Ford Dunton Technical Centre, Basildon SS15 6

🌐 St Luke’s Hospice – Test Track Ten Races

Give Or Take – Live @ The White Swan
📅 Saturday
Enjoy a lively night of great music, good vibes, and a buzzing atmosphere. Perfect for a Saturday night out.
🕘 From 9:00pm
📍 The White Swan

Live Music Night @ The Jolly Friar from 9pm

Enjoy 60s - 00s rock music at The Jolly Friar, Whitmore Way, Basildon. Enjoy a rockin’ Saturday night with live band entertainment, great drinks and a lively atmosphere.

Sunday 17 May

Church service at Swanmead
🕤 1st service 10:00am - 11:30am | 🕚Second service (younger people) 12:30 - 2:00pm Join a welcoming service with children’s church, youth groups, and older age groups. A warm and uplifting environment for all ages.
📍 91 Church Rd, Basildon SS16 4AH

Church Service @ Laindon Elim Church

🕤10am – 12:30pm.
Join a welcoming and friendly church community where real people come together to connect, grow in faith and support one another. Whether you’re new to faith or looking for a church family, there’s a place for you here. Contact: 07477 675768
📍Laindon Elim Church, Aston Road, Laindon SS15 6UH.

St Mary's Church 📍 High Road, Langdon Hills, SS16 6HY. Every Sunday | 9:00am Traditional service with hymns & organ music

St John's Church 📍 Forest Glade, Langdon Hills, SS16 6RX. Every Sunday | 11:00am Contemporary service with modern worship songs "St John's Kids" available for children All Age Service on the 1st Sunday of every month

Quiet Space – All Saints’ Church
📅 Sunday
A peaceful afternoon to pause, reflect, and enjoy calm surroundings. Stay as long as you like in this welcoming, tranquil space.
🕑 2:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 All Saints’ Church

Coming Up (Worth Booking Early)

Brighton Day Trip
📅 Saturday 6th June
Enjoy a full seaside escape with beach time, shopping, and great food spots. Transport included from multiple locations.
💷 £25 per person
📞 01268 777777

That’s all, folks. Have a great one, Basildon!