26.12 Things to do in/around Basildon this weekend

It’s the first weekend after Christmas, Basildon!

The turkey is finished, the wrapping paper is in the bin, and it’s time to get out of the house 😄
Whether you’re hunting for bargain sales, free family activities, creative youth sessions or something different to do with the kids, there’s still plenty happening locally.

Here’s what’s on this weekend in and around Basildon.

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Friday 26th December

Community Food Share (Free Groceries)
Bread, vegetables, salad, rolls and more
All dates between 26th–27th December
Mill Green Court, SS13 3PJ
Free food available to take or share with others. Please bring a bag or cardboard box.
Collection only. Merry Christmas!

Inspiration: The Railway200 Exhibition Train
Upminster Station
26th–30th January 2026
A special travelling exhibition celebrating the past, present and future of the railway.
Free entry – tickets are limited and going fast. Book your place online, here.

Saturday 27th December

Basildon Parkrun
Northlands Park, Felmores Road, Basildon, Essex, SS13 1SD
From 9am
Free, but needs registration

Christmas Sale – 40% OFF
Summerhill Garden Centres Christmas Sale
Starting 27th December
Open 9am–4pm
Everything in-store will be 40% OFF.
Perfect time to grab those seasonal bargains before they’re gone.

Live Match: Bowers & Pitsea vs Concord Rangers
1pm KO
The Dome Group Stadium, SS13 2BE.
£10 adults, £7 concessions, £3 U18

Live Match: Hackney Wick vs Basildon United
3pm KO
Simarco stadium, Spa road. CM8 1UN
Adults £8, concessions £5, U16s £2

Rock & Pop night – White Swan pub, Wickford
From 9pm
Big tunes, big energy, rock & pop covers all night
35 The Broadway, Wickford, Essex, SS11 7AD

More Than Music – Christmas Creative Sessions
6pm–8pm
Xperience Youth Centre
Session on 2nd January
Free creative music sessions for young people aged 11+.
No booking required – just turn up and get involved.

Sunday 28th December

Sewing squad social
10am - 12pm
Humankind cafe, 111 High Street, Billericay, Essex, CM12 9AJ