What's on around Basildon this weekend?

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It's the weekend!

What a weekend in Basildon and Essex! Taylor Swift tributes, Simply Red, Soul Alldayers, Ladies Nights, community picnics, craft fairs, karaoke and so much more — this weekend is absolutely packed! Get out and enjoy it!

FRIDAY 12 JUNE

Holding Back The Years – The Ultimate Simply Red Tribute  Super Early Bird and Early Bird tickets SOLD OUT — fewer than 50 general admission tickets remaining! Don't miss out! 📍 The Old Regent Ballroom, Stanford le Hope 📅 Friday 12th June | ⏰ 7:00pm. Buy tickets

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat -  Based on the book of Genesis, and originally penned as a school cantata in 1968, this beloved stage sensation features the legendary duo Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber at their absolute best. 📍 Towngate Theatre, St Martin's Square, Basildon 📅 Friday 12th June | ⏰ 1:00pm. More info

Ladies Night – 53 Fobbing  Gather the squad for a night of glitz, glamour and laughs! 2-course meal and show-stopping entertainment included. 📍 53 | Gables Farm | Waterworks Lane, Fobbing, SS17 9HT 📅 Friday 12th June | ⏰ 7:00pm. Book here

Bingo Balls – Eat, Drink & Play for £6  Exclusive offer… enjoy bingo, a burger and a drink for just £6! Grab this deal at Buzz Bingo, Basildon 📅 Friday 12th June | ⏰ 7:00pm 💷 £6 per person.

SATURDAY 13TH JUNE

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]

Gloucester Park Community Picnic – June Gathering (FREE)  A relaxed, family-friendly community picnic with gentle arts activities, music, wellbeing activities, Tai Chi led by Gary Matthews of Jintou Basildon, and home-cooked community food tasters. Bring a picnic blanket and your own snacks! Please note… some food tasters available but this is not a fully catered event. 📍 Gloucester Park, Basildon 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ From 7:00am. Free… everyone welcome 🎟️ More info

Soul Fiesta – Summer Soul Alldayer  An epic all-day soul party at the breathtaking Cromwell Manor — lose yourself on the dance floor in one of Essex's largest marquees! 📍 Cromwell Manor, Basildon 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ 2:00pm – 11:00pm. Book here

Rise of the Footsoldier Fan Day The official Rise of the Footsoldier Franchise Fan Day Tour comes home to Basildon! 📍 Holiday Inn, Basildon 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ 10:00am – 6:00pm 💷 £27.80 Book here

Craft Fair – Basildon Salvation Army  A morning of shopping with local crafters, fundraising for the heart unit at Basildon Hospital. 📍 Basildon Salvation Army, Fauners, Basildon, SS16 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ 10:00am – 1:00pm. Free entry. More info

Karaoke Night 🎤 HPE slush cocktails and shot deals — don't miss it! 📍 Herd Lane, SS17 9BJ 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ 8:00pm. More info

EHPPS June Showing Show 2026 (Pre-Entry Only) June showing show at the Essex Horse & Pony Protection Society Sanctuary. Classes limited to 15 competitors — pre-entry only. 📍 Essex Horse & Pony Protection Society, Basildon 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ 9:00am. Book here

Sponsors & Vice Presidents Day – Cricket  Watch Basildon's 1st XI take on Tillingham CC in a Premier League match. A special afternoon of cricket and celebration! 📍 Mopsies Park, Timberlog Close, Basildon, SS14 1PF 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ From 1:00pm

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Saturday Pay & Play at The P.T Barn Train and play at the UK's number 1 OCR Training Facility. Kids go FREE (1 free child per paying adult)! 📍 The P.T Barn, One Tree Hill, Langdon Hills, SS17 9NH 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm 💷 £20 per adult. More info

Pictonico & Among Us Gaming Meet Showing off Pictonico, Nintendo's new mobile game, plus Among Us to celebrate the launch of the TV show! 📍 Unit 90, HAPPY Hub, Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon SS14 1AF 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ 11:00am. 

Heart of Pitsea Men's Shed – Open Day (FREE) Come and see what the Men's Shed is all about! Free tea, coffee and soft drinks, try using hand tools, meet the team and get involved in this friendly community space. 📍 Heart of Pitsea Men's Shed, Pitsea, Basildon 📅 Saturday 13th June | ⏰ 10:00am – 4:00pm. More details

Veterans Breakfast Club  Part of Basildon's Armed Forces Month celebrations leading up to Armed Forces Day. 📍 Basildon 📅 Saturday 13th June 🔗 More info

Comedy Night @ The Gun Pub Saturday 13th June

The Gun launches its brand-new Comedy Nights with Arthur Smith and a brilliant lineup of comedians. Expect plenty of laughs and a fantastic night out.

🕖 Doors Open 7:00pm | Show Starts 8:00pm
📍 The Gun
💷 £15
📞 01268 551506