What's on around Basildon this weekend? 11.9.26

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Hey Basildon,

It’s officially the weekend! Hope you’ve had a great week so far. Before we get into the activities for the rest of the weekend, here’s an event at the Queen’s theatre, Hornchurch for your calendar.

Friday 11th September

Back to the 80s @ Posh Boys Bar Kick off the weekend with a night of huge 80s anthems, dancefloor favourites and singalong classics at Posh Boys Bar. Dressing for the decade is very much encouraged, so bring out the neon, big hair and leg warmers. 📍 Posh Boys Bar, Wickford 

Saturday 12th September

Ni-sen Karate Classes @ Laindon Community Centre Weekly Saturday karate sessions for tots, older children and adults, with beginners welcome. 🕙 Tots: 10:15–11:00am | Older kids & adults: 11:00am–12:00pm 📍 High Road, Laindon | 📞 01268 546439 | 📩 [email protected]

Wickford Fire Station Open Day @ 10:00AM – 4:00PM Head along on Wickford Town Carnival day to meet the local team, explore the fire station, and learn how firefighters keep the community safe. Packed with fun activities for all ages. 📍 Wickford Fire Station, Nevendon Road, Wickford, SS12 0QG.

The Foodie Festival @ 11:00AM – 5:00PM Back and bigger than ever, this year's festival spans two full days featuring delicious food vendors, refreshing drinks, unique craft stalls, and family fun. Tickets are £5.00 for Adults and FREE for Under 12s (cash-only tickets available on the gate). 📍 Frasers Marquee, Muggeridge Farm, Battlesbridge, SS11 7RF. Book here: frasersbattlesbridge.co.uk

Northlands Park Green Flag Celebration @ 10:00AM–1:00PM Celebrate Northlands Park's Green Flag Award with a morning of free family activities, including football, tennis, cricket and fishing. The Mayor of Basildon, Cllr Sam Journet, will raise the Green Flag shortly after 10am. 📍 Northlands Park, Basildon.

Annual Ride & Stride – Essex Churches & Chapels Explore churches and chapels across Essex by cycling, walking or another non-motorised form of transport while raising funds to preserve historic places of worship. Entry is free and everyone is welcome. 🔗 friendsofessexchurches.org.uk/ride-stride

Wickford Town Carnival 2026 @ 12:00PM Wickford Town Carnival returns for a free community celebration, with the procession starting at Runwell Park at noon before travelling through Swan Lane and Wickford High Street and arriving at Nevendon Park around 1:30pm. Everyone is welcome to join the procession. 📍 Runwell Park → Nevendon Park, Wickford.

Blues at Barleylands (Bad Pennies) 14:00 - 16:30 Top Dollar Rock and Blues. No Short Change - No Dodgy Notes! Bad Pennies are a raw, unadulterated blues rock band original material and a selection of covers paying tribute to some of the finest blues rockers of the 70's and 80’s: RORY GALLAGHER, STEVIE RAY, DR FEELGOOD, ZZ TOP, and a whole lot more.📍 Blues at Barleylands
Barleylands Sports & Social Club, Billericay, CM11 2UF Time: 14:00pm – 16:30pm. Tickets: https://www.bluesatbarleylands.co.uk/

September Picnic in the Park @ 2:00PM–6:00PM Bring your family, friends and a picnic blanket to Gloucester Park for a free afternoon of arts and crafts, Tai Chi, live music, food tasters from around the world, games and activities for all ages. 📍 Gloucester Park, Basildon | 🎟️ Free tickets available via Eventbrite.

Rock Candy return to Castlemayne @ 9:30PM Rock Candy are pleased to be returning to rock The Castlemayne with a selection of your favourite tunes..Castle Mayne, The Knares, Lee Chapel, Basildon SS16 5RZ

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Sunday 13th September

Basildon Half Marathon & Junior Race @ 9:00AM Registration is open for the brand-new Basildon Half Marathon and Junior Race! Welcoming runners of all ages and abilities, it's the perfect opportunity to chase a new PB or complete your very first race in a fun, supportive atmosphere. 📍 Basildon Sporting Village, Cranes Farm Road, Basildon, SS14 3GR. Book here: basildonhalfmarathon.co.uk (Check road closures here: Road Closures - Basildon Half Marathon | Road Closed Race)

Floral wreath workshop @ 10:30AM | Langdon Learn to make a floral wreath using recycled books in this new workshop at Langdon Nature Discovery Park. 📍 Location: Langdon Nature Discovery Park, 3rd Avenue, Lower Dunton Road, Basildon, Essex, SS16 6EB. £28. Book here: Langdon floral wreath workshop | Essex Wildlife Trust

National Billericay Day & Parade @ 11:00AM–8:00PM | Billericay The first Your Billericay Community Parade & Celebration takes over Billericay High Street with local schools, charities, clubs and organisations joining the parade. Expect face painting, balloon modelling, stilt walkers, close-up magic, Punch and Judy shows and live music throughout the day. Free entry. 📍 Billericay High Street.

Sunday Church Service @ 10:30AM Associate Pastor Tim shares a message titled 'What Are You Doing Here?'. All are welcome in person or via livestream from 10:45am. 📍 Crouch Drive, Wickford, SS11 8AQ.

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

Sunday Sessions: Taz & Dave Live Acoustic Duo @ 1:00PM – 4:00PM Unwind on Sunday afternoon with live acoustic music from duo Taz & Dave (@tazmilbanksinger). 📍 The Noak Bridge Pub, 1 Coppice Lane, Basildon, SS15 4JS.

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That’s all, folks. Have a brilliant weekend, Basildon!