What's on around Basildon this weekend?

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FRIDAY 31 JULY

Meet and Greet Spider-Man at Cineworld Basildon
Come and watch Spider-Man: Brand New Day and meet Spider-Man & Hulk! Characters and times may vary.
📍 Cineworld Basildon | ⏰ 1:00pm – 6:00pm

Quiet Gym Sessions (NEW)
Brand new calm and welcoming gym sessions designed for anyone who finds busy or noisy gyms overwhelming — including people living with dementia, autism, sensory sensitivities or other wellbeing needs. Little or no music, relaxed atmosphere, exercise at your own pace.
📍 Basildon Sporting Village, Cranes Farm Road, Basildon, SS14 3GR
📅 Every Friday | ⏰ 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Come along and give it a try! 📞 01268 722450

Elite Events – Summer Night at The Jolly Friar
House, Garage, RnB, Afrobeats, Dancehall and Amapiano with DJ Midnight, DJ Hoolis and DJ Livalil. Over 21s only.
📍 The Jolly Friar, 118 Whitmore Way, Basildon, SS14 3JTn | ⏰ 6:00pm – Midnight. Free entry

Live Music with Tabitha Lily
A relaxed evening of soulful acoustic music in a welcoming atmosphere. Bring your friends and unwind!
📍 Orleto Lounge, 2 East Square, Basildon | ⏰ 7:00pm. Free

M.J. Tribute Night
 🎤 A great night of Michael Jackson tribute music at The Railway Tavern — held on the restaurant side.
📍 The Railway Tavern, 10 King Street, Stanford le Hope, SS17 0HL
📅 Friday 31st July | ⏰ 7:30pm.

SATURDAY 1 AUGUST

Basildon Town Centre Big Summer Fun Day
A big community fun day in Basildon Town Centre! Stall holders — a few spaces still available
📍 Basildon Town Centre | ⏰ 8:00am 📞 07790 134606

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 Pay & Play at The P.T Barn
Play, train and test your skills on a huge variety of obstacles at one of the UK's top OCR facilities. Kids go FREE (1 free child per paying adult)!
📍 The P.T Barn, One Tree Hill, Langdon Hills, SS17 9NH | ⏰ 10:00am
💷 £20 per adult. Get your ticket Pay & Play | Obstacle | OCR Training | The P.T Barn | Essex | Basildon | British Obstacle Sports

WPM 2026 Junior Bible Study (FREE)
 📖 A fun and inspiring time diving into Bible study for children, teenagers and young people.
📍 Westley Heights Hall, SS16 6HG | ⏰ 11:30am. Free

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UBW – The Floor Is Lava 2026
Ultimate British Wrestling returns to Basildon for its 13th year of live pro wrestling! Fun and action for the whole family.
📍 Basildon Sporting Village | ⏰ 5:00pm.

Back in Time and Envy Part 3
The Romford memories, the music, the DJ! Cocktail bar open from 7pm. No entry after 9pm.
📍 19 Corringham Road, Stanford le Hope, SS17 0AQ | ⏰ Doors 7:30pmm💷 £15 per person. Dress code: whatever goes (no dirty trainers, no hoodies)

Flashdance 80s Band – Fryerns Social Club
Bringing the 80s show back to Fryerns Social Club — come and have a fun night!
📍 Fryerns Social Club, Basildon | ⏰ 8:00pm

Born Wild – Live at Laindon Community Centre
Powerhouse vocals fronting a hard-hitting rock band.
📍 Laindon Community Centre, Laindon | ⏰ 9:00pm

Summer BBQ – Western Theme
Saddle up for a Western-themed Summer BBQ with great food, entertainment and plenty of fun!
📍 Florence Way, Langdon Hills, Essex, SS16 6AJ | ⏰ 1:00pm – 4:00pm

SUNDAY 2 AUGUST

Fobbing Farmers Market
The popular monthly farmers market is back with local produce and goodness!
📍 Fobbing Farm Shop & Shopping Village. ⏰ 9:00am – 3:00pm

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.

EHPPS August Showing Show 2026 (Pre-Entry Only)
Showing show at the Essex Horse & Pony Protection Society Sanctuary. Classes limited to 15 competitors — pre-entry only. More info
📍 Essex Horse & Pony Protection Society, Pitsea Hall Lane, SS16 4UH Basildon. ⏰ 9:00am

Sunday Service – Stanford le Hope
⛪ A welcoming church service with worship, prayer ministry and refreshments afterwards.
📍 The Green, Stanford le Hope, SS17 0EP | ⏰ 10:15am 🆓 Free — all welcome

2026 Team UK OCR World Championships Prep Training Day
The ultimate prep session for UK OCR World Championship competitors at the UK's premier OCR facility. 📍 The P.T Barn, One Tree Hill, Langdon Hills, SS17 9NH | ⏰ 8:30am 🔗 https://www.theptbarn.co.uk

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

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