27.02.26 What’s On in Basildon this weekend?

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It’s Friday, Basildon!

Whether you’re heading outdoors for fresh air and family-friendly nature sessions, or planning a night out with live music, DJs, great food and bustling markets, this weekend has something for everyone.

Friday 27th February

EL&TE Events – House & Garage Party @ The Jolly Friar - 8pm

From 7pm. The Jolly Friar, 118 Whitmore Way, Basildon SS14 3JT.
Free entry and good vibes guaranteed. Expect a full night of house and garage music with DJ Midnight, DJ Case and DJ Livalil on the decks.

Caribbean food available all night from SK Flavours, including jerk chicken & rice, BBQ chicken & rice and fresh coleslaw.

Towngate Live Presents: Bob Collum Band @ Towngate Theatre - 6pm

Doors 6pm | First act 7pm. Gielgud Room, Towngate Theatre, Basildon.
A night of live original music featuring the Bob Collum Band, known for their alt-country rock sound blending Tulsa roots with Essex grit. Opening the evening is Essex native Lois Leon, bringing a 90s indie-inspired edge with raw, emotive songwriting.

Tickets: £5 General Admission.
Secure your places now at: https://towngatetheatre.co.uk/towngate-live/ - Or visit the box office in person or by phone on 01268 205 300.

Music Bingo, Downham Arms, Wickford - 8pm

Where? Downham Arms,132 London Road, Wickford, SS12 0AR. Live music from 7pm

Live Music at Poshboys Brewery and Taproom, Wickford - 7:30pm

Tonight from 7:30pm, Chris Wilson is bringing great vocals, classic favourites and that proper Friday night atmosphere. Where? 8 Riverside House, Lower Southend Road, Wickford, SS11 8BB

Karaoke night at Noak Bridge pub, Laindon - 8pm

Karaoke Friday with Kelsey. Warm up those vocal cords… it’s your time to shine!
Grab the mic and kickstart the weekend in style Where? 45 Wash Road, Laindon, SS15 4BS

Music Bingo @ Wickford Railway social club from 7.30pm
A fun night of music, drinks and singalongs; no music expertise needed! 3 games played. Where? Market Avenue, Wickford, United Kingdom, SS12 0AD

£2 per game. Members free. Non-members £3.

DJ Nikos @ The Jolly Friars From 8pm. 

The Jolly Friars, 118 Whitmore Way, Basildon SS14 3JT.
DJ Nikos brings party vibes and crowd favourites for a lively Friday night.

DJ Matt at The new Plough & Tractor, Basildon - 7pm

Where? 186 great knightleys , Basildon, United Kingdom, Ss155hg

Fill a Bag Alert for £10 @ Essex & Herts Ambulance Charity Shop, Southernhay
Join in on Friday, March 27th and Saturday, March 28th for a fantastic opportunity to support a great cause! For just £10, you can fill a bag with as much as you can carry! This includes ladies & men’s clothes.

Folk music from Rev Simpkins @ concert at St Andrew's Wickford from 7.30pm Join in at St Andrew’s Church, 11 London Road, Wickford SS12 0AN. Suffolk-Essex musician, Rev Simpkins, presents an evening of acoustic music of great imagination and charm. The Rev will perform songs from his acclaimed folk albums such as ‘Big Sea’ and ‘Saltings’, together with songs from his band album ‘Pissabed Prophet’.

Saturday 28th February

9AM Basildon Parkrun at Northlands Park, Felmores Road, Basildon, Essex, SS13 1SD. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! More information and book here

9AM BLAST at ((BOUNCE)) Laindon 9am Laindon Community Centre High-energy, feel-good cardio to banging tunes. Child-friendly (bring prams/snacks!) and suitable for all. PAYG. Book here

9.30am - 4.30pm Multicraft workshop @ Christ Church, Wickford.

Where? Christ Church hall, SS11 7FW. Join us for a morning, afternoon, or an entire day of crafting heaven, where creativity takes centre stage. £30 half day (1 × 3 hour session), £60 full day (2 x 3-hour sessions). To book, email [email protected] or call 07947615360. (Lunch is optional for those attending the full day at an additional cost).

Community walk @ Langdon Hills - 9.30am

Meeting outside St John’s Church at 9.30am, the gentle stroll gives us the opportunity to chat and admire the changing seasons as we wander down to the Sensory Garden and then stop for refreshments at the Discovery Centre, which is a perfect opportunity to connect with the local community. Where? Forest Glade, Great Berry, Langdon Hills,
Basildon, SS16 6RX

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]

Saturday Party Night @ The Noak Bridge Pub

From 7:30pm until late. The Noak Bridge Pub, Essex.
DJ, party vibes and weekend energy all night long. Expect great drink offers and a lively atmosphere whether you’re dancing or just out with friends.
Book your table here: https://www.greeneking-pubs.co.uk/pubs/essex/noak-bridge/

Live Music: Aaron Kelly @ The White Swan

From 8:30pm. The White Swan Pub, 35 The Broadway, Wickford SS11 7AD.
Enjoy a fantastic night of live music with Aaron Kelly. Great tunes, flowing drinks and a welcoming pub atmosphere.

Warley Place Spring Bulb Spectacular

10:30am – 4:30pm. Warley Place, Brentwood.
Daffodils, crocuses and snowdrops in bloom create a stunning spring display. A perfect opportunity for a peaceful countryside walk surrounded by colour. Visit https://www.essexwt.org.uk/events/2026-02-28-warley-place-spring-bulb-spectacular for more details.

Open Mic Night @ Bowers Social Club & Function Hall

6:30pm – 11:30pm. Bowers Social Club & Function Hall, 20 Crown Avenue, Basildon SS13 2BE. After a hugely successful last event, Open Mic Night returns with another evening of incredible local talent. Expect live performances from musicians and singers in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

Live Music @ The Jolly Friar

Saturday 28th February, from 9pm. The Jolly Friar, Basildon. Catch 8 Bars of Piano, a three-piece covers band bringing soul, indie and rock favourites for a lively Saturday night atmosphere.

Live Music: The Most @ The White Swan, Wickford From 8:30pm.

The White Swan, 35 The Broadway, Wickford, SS11 7AD .
Maximum beat and rhythm!

DJ Tim at Poshboys Brewery and Taproom, Wickford - 7:30pm

Where? 8 Riverside House, Lower Southend Road, Wickford, SS11 8BB

Sunday 1st March

Fobbing Farmers Market

9am – 3pm. Gables Poultry Farm, Waterworks Lane, Fobbing SS17 9HT.
Free entry and dog-friendly. Browse fresh fruit and veg, cheese, honey, jam, pies, cakes and deli treats. A perfect Sunday morning outing supporting local producers.

Early Closing Ukulele band  Human Kind Cafe, 2pm - 4pm

Where? 111 High Street, Billericay, Essex, CM12 9AJ Early Closing’ bring classic hits from the 1960's to the 1980's back to life, with toe tapping covers of some old favourites! A fun, feel-good performance for all ages. Visit early to enjoy a delicious vegetarian or vegan roast dinner, or treat yourself to an afternoon hot drink and a slice (or two) of cake while enjoying the lively music.

Sunday Morning Service starting at 10am @ Manor Mission Church (100 years old in 2026!)

Where?Manor Road, Basildon, United Kingdom, SS15 6PA

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That's all folks. Have a great weekend, Basildon!