Join us at Eastgate Shopping Centre for our exciting Pumpkin Patch event this Halloween! 🎃

On Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th October, bring the whole family to our ground floor event space (in front of the hoardings) for a fun-filled day of pumpkin picking and decorating.

Choose your perfect pumpkin from our patch, snap some pics at our festive selfie spot 📸, and get creative at our arts and crafts station where you can decorate your pumpkin to take home! 🎃✨

Important Info:

  • This is a FREE event but to ensure everyone has a great time and it doesn’t get too crowded, you’ll need to book a 30-minute time slot in advance.
  • Each child can be accompanied by 1 adult max, so please keep this in mind when booking.

Secure your spot now by heading to our ticket page and get ready for some spooky Halloween fun at Eastgate!

Book Your Tickets Here

We can’t wait to see you there! 🧡

AUGUST EVENT SCHEDULE at Eastgate Shopping Centre! 🌟

We’ve got an exciting line-up of FREE events every weekend in August in our Ground Floor Event Space! Here’s what you can look forward to:

 

Friday 2nd August: Family Fun Day with Vue Cinema and Basildon Council
– Time: 11am-4pm
– Highlights: Dinosaur Takeover, character meet-and-greets, and more family fun activities.

Saturday 10th August: Olympic Arts and Crafts
– Time: 11am-3pm
– Highlights: Get creative with Olympic-themed arts and crafts sessions for all ages.

Saturday 17th August: Golf Simulator in the Centre
– Time: 11am-4pm
– Highlights: Try your hand at our golf simulator and compete with friends and family.

Saturday 24th August: Jamie Knight Football Freestyler
– Time: 11am-3pm
– Highlights: Watch incredible football freestyle performances and join in on workshops every hour.

 

Bonus Activity: 
– Olympic-Themed Badminton Court
– Dates: Available for free play on the days between these weekend events.
– Location: Ground Floor Event Space, outside Starbucks.

Don’t miss out on a fun-filled August at Eastgate! Bring your family and friends to enjoy a month of exciting activities and events. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉

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Summer of Sports: Badminton Extravaganza!

As we wrap up our Summer of Sports, get ready to smash, serve, and have a blast with our final sport: Badminton! We’ve had a fantastic journey with football and tennis, and now it’s time to enjoy the thrill of badminton. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking for some family fun, our badminton court is open to all!

Event Details:

Dates: All through August
Location: Ground floor, outside Starbucks in our event space
Time: Available for free play every day, with events every Saturday

Why Join Us?

  • Stay Active: Enjoy a fun way to keep fit and active during the summer.
  • Family-Friendly: A perfect activity for families to enjoy together.
  • Community Spirit: Join fellow community members in a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

How to Participate:

Just show up! There’s no need to register in advance. Our badminton court is available for free play throughout the day, every day in August. If you’re looking to join in on the special Saturday events, be sure to check our event schedule for details.

Join Us for a Smash Hit Summer!

Don’t miss the final stretch of our Summer of Sports at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Come down, enjoy the game of badminton, and make some wonderful summer memories. See you on the court! 🌞🏸

Date: Friday, 2nd August

Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: East Square, Eastgate Shopping Centre

Eastgate Shopping Centre, in partnership with Vue Cinema and Basildon Council, is thrilled to invite you to our Family Fun Day to celebrate the grand opening of the new Vue Cinema! This is an event you won’t want to miss, packed with exciting activities and entertainment for the whole family, and it’s all FREE!

What’s Happening:

Character Meet & Greets:

  • Say hello to Bluey, Minions, and giant dinosaurs like T-rex and Velociraptor!
  • Meet and greet with baby dinosaurs, including the adorable Dino Rangers roaming around with surprises in hand.

Entertainment & Activities:

  • Dino Story Time: Enjoy engaging dinosaur tales.
  • Roaming Rangers: Explore with our rangers and their surprises.
  • Face Painting & Balloon Modelling: Fun for all ages!
  • Circus Skills Workshop: Learn amazing new tricks.
  • Community Window Colouring: Get creative with local artists.

Vue Cinema Specials:

  • Exclusive Preview of Bluey: 10:00 AM – Watch a compilation of your favourite episodes from season three. You might even get a chance to meet Bluey in person!
  • Mighty Mornings Screening: Enjoy the family blockbuster “IF” at 12:30 PM.
  • Spiderman: Back on the big screen at 1:00 PM.
  • McLaren Simulator Challenge: Test your racing skills on the big screen, brought to you by Coca Cola. Compete against a pro McLaren E-sport champion’s lap time.

Eastgate Highlights:

  • Meet and greet with baby dinosaurs.
  • Fun giveaways and a plush stall.
  • A 1995 Jurassic Jeep Wrangler on display.
  • Special offers from retailers around the centre.

This fun-filled day is perfect for families, film enthusiasts, and anyone looking to enjoy a fantastic day out. Come and celebrate with us, make new memories, and experience the magic of Eastgate and Vue Cinema.

Don’t Miss Out!

Join us for a day of unforgettable fun and celebration. We can’t wait to see you there!

For full details and updates, visit Basildon Council Events.

Summer of Sports at Eastgate Shopping Centre –
Phase 2: Tennis Extravaganza! 🎾

We’re thrilled to announce Phase 2 of our exciting Summer of Sports installation, perfectly timed to coincide with Wimbledon. Get ready for a tennis-themed extravaganza that’s sure to delight all ages!

From July 1st to July 31st, come and enjoy our FREE tennis-themed activities:

Table Tennis Fun

We’ve set up table tennis tables in our event space – in front of the hoardings, outside Starbucks – for you to have a game with friends or family. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a beginner, grab a paddle and join in the fun. It’s a great way to stay active and enjoy some friendly competition!

Exciting Competition and Giveaway

Keep your eyes peeled for our upcoming competition and giveaway. Fantastic prizes are up for grabs, so stay tuned and make sure to participate. You won’t want to miss out on the fun and the chance to win big!

Join us at Eastgate Shopping Centre from July 1st to 31st for a fantastic, free event filled with tennis-themed fun. See you there!

Eastgate Summer of Sport Launch!

This summer, we’re bringing the excitement of the Euros, Wimbledon, and the Olympics right here to Eastgate with our amazing Summer of Sport event!

Kick Off with Football June 14th

Free Football Fun: We’re building a dedicated space with FREE football-themed games on astro turf opposite the Starbucks on the ground floor! Think mini-pitches, speed kicks, target practice, and more.

Activities include:

  • Velcro kick target challenge
  • Table football
  • Beat the goalie
  • Speed hurdles
  • Speed rings
  • Precision goal scorer
  • & more!

The space will be open through June, July, and August, so you have plenty of time to come and enjoy it!

Remember, this is all FREE to enjoy! Make sure to tag us in any photos of you enjoying our challenges!

Join us at Eastgate Shopping Centre on Saturday May 25th 11am-2pm, for a FREE extravaganza of entertainment! A day filled with Circus-Themed entertainment for all.

We will have a Contortionist, Snake Charmer, Ringmaster Juggler, AND Hula Hooper!

PERFORMANCE TIMES:

11:00am – 15 min stage show (juggler + snake charmer)

11:30am – Hula hooper + contortionist 20 min walkabout

12:00pm – 15 min stage show (juggler + contortionist)

12:30pm – Snake charmer + hula hooper 20 min walkabout

01:00pm – 15 min stage show (juggler + hula hooper)

01:30pm – Snake charmer + contortionist 20 min walkabout

Don’t miss out on this spectacular event!

Make sure to plan your timing according to our performances so you don’t miss out!…

 

Meet The Eastgate Bunny!

🐰 Join us for an egg-citing egg-stravaganza on Saturday, March 30th, from 11am to 2:30pm! Meet the beloved Easter Bunny himself and receive a delightful Easter goodie for free.

📸 Don’t miss out on our spectacular Easter balloon display, adding a touch of magic to your day! Bring the whole family for unforgettable photo ops and Easter-themed fun that everyone will cherish.

🥚 Mark your calendars and get ready for a hopping good time at Eastgate Basildon Shopping Centre. See you there!