17.04.26 What's on around Basildon this weekend?

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And it’s the weekend, Basildon!

This weekend is packed! From theatre and live music to family fun days, markets, and community events, there’s something for everyone across Basildon, Billericay, and Wickford.

Saturday 18th April

((BOUNCE)) BLAST – Laindon
📅 Saturday 18th April
A fun, high-energy cardio workout on mini trampolines with a full-body toning section. Low impact but powerful — and child-friendly too.
🕘 9:00am – 9:45am
📍 Great Berry Primary School, Forest Glade, Langdon Hills, Basildon, SS16 6SG. PAYG. Book here

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]

Steam weekend @ Basildon Miniature Railway, Wat Tyler

Steam returns to the line for the first time since the 1990s this weekend, 18th & 19th April! From 11:00am to 4:00pm on both days, bring the family to see two special guest locomotives, Ivor and Firefly, in action. It’s a rare chance to enjoy the nostalgic sights and sounds of live steam with some fantastic photo opportunities along the way. Please note that while steam is the star of the show, some services may still be diesel-hauled.

Geoff Everett & The Crowhill Roadsters
📅 Saturday 18th April
Enjoy an afternoon of live blues music with great vibes and quality performances — perfect for a relaxed weekend outing.
🕑 2:00pm – 4:30pm
📍Where? Blues at Barleylands, 1 Barleylands Road, Billericay. SS15 4BG. For more information, visit https://www.bluesatbarleylands.co.uk/

Quiz Night – Billericay Constitutional Club
📅 Saturday 18th April
Gather your team and put your knowledge to the test in a fun and friendly quiz night. Great laughs, trivia, and a chance to win.
🕗 From 8:00pm
📍 Billericay Constitutional Club
💷 £3 per person

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Live music with Charlotte Ambrose @ Posh Boys Brewery and Taproom from 7:30pm

Where? 8 Riverside House, Lower Southend Road, Wickford, United Kingdom, SS11 8BB
Megan Ambrose is with us from 7:30pm tonight, bringing powerful vocals, great tunes and a lively Saturday night atmosphere.

Blackmore Beats Live DJ set @ The White Swan From 9pm.

35 The Broadway, Wickford SS11 7AD. Get ready for a night of non-stop dance music

Live Music Night with Navarro @ 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 19th April

BARBELLS – Laindon
📅 Sunday 19th April
A strength-focused workout using barbells and weights. A great session to build strength and improve overall fitness.
🕘 9:00am – 9:45am
📍 Great Berry Primary School, Forest Glade, Langdon Hills, Basildon, SS16 6SG

BOX – Laindon
📅 Sunday 19th April
A boxing-based workout combining punches and kicks for a high-energy fitness session. Gloves provided or bring your own.
🕙 10:00am – 10:45am
📍 Great Berry Primary School, Forest Glade, Langdon Hills, Basildon, SS16 6SG

Sunday Soirée – “The Buddy Holly Story” @The Billericay theatre
📅 Sunday 19th April
A nostalgic live performance celebrating the music and legacy of Buddy Holly. Perfect for fans of timeless classics and live theatre.
🕓 4:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 The Billericay Theatre, CM12 0D

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.

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