Events in Grays From 30th March – 5th April 2026

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You can find community-focused activities across Grays this week, aimed at families and young children. Sessions for infants under three are held at Lakeside Community Centre during morning hours, focusing on sensory play through touch, sound, and movement. These include guided interactions that support early development.

Weekly workshops take place in shared spaces like Grays Library’s multipurpose room, where children aged four to eight join storytelling sessions enhanced by rhythm-based games and dance activities.

Live music events continue throughout the week. Friday evenings feature acoustic acts at The Hub near Orsett Road, drawing local performers from Thurrock and surrounding areas. Larger performances are planned for Sunday afternoon at Grays Beach Pavilion, where an international folk ensemble will play in front of open-air seating along the shoreline.

Themed gatherings also run during this period. A spring nature festival is taking place across several green spaces including Riverside Park and Greenfield Meadow, with clay sculpting activities paired with outdoor games focused on seasonal flora identification, events that have drawn children from local primary schools.

These events include daily volunteer-led information points to guide visitors.

Check listings below for specific times and locations.

Monday 30th March

Peep-a-boo For Children Aged 0-18 Months

· Barking Learning Centre (Barking Library) · Family & Kids

A sensory play session for infants aged 0-18 months with singing, storytelling, and parent participation.

🏀 Free Easter Holiday Activities For Ages 8-17

· Castlehaven Community Association · Family & Kids

Free Easter holiday activities for ages 8–17 include sports, arts & crafts, games, and a homemade lunch.

Parent & Children's Hair Experience

· Family & Kids

A hands-on workshop at Afrotherapy Salon teaches parents and children about hair care and self-love.

The Kids' Table Ltd - Free Supervised Arts & Crafts Table For 3 - 10yr Olds

· Seven Dials Market · Family & Kids

Free supervised arts and crafts sessions for children aged 3 to 10 at Seven Dials Market.

Tuesday 31st March

Lines & Layups – Basketball Meets Drama: Play The Game, Create Your Story!

· Family & Kids

A hands-on workshop for ages 11–16 blending basketball and drama to create original plays through teamwork and creativity.

Tuesday Night Comedy, 9pm, Soho

· Nightlife & Music

Comedians perform stand-up at JK Comedy Club Soho on Tuesday nights.

Mini Muslims - Mothers & Toddlers Session - For 0-3 Years Old Children

· Family & Kids

A play, craft, and learning session for mothers and toddlers aged 0-3 years.

Essex Fire Museum Open Day

· Culture & Arts

The Essex Fire Museum hosts an open day featuring vintage fire engines, fire safety demos, and firefighting history exhibits.

Gunna - Wun World Tour

· Nightlife & Music

Rapper GUNNA performs live on his Wun World Tour at The O2.

Wednesday 1st April

Holiday Workshops: Fractal Fun (Ages 7 - 8)

· Family & Kids

Children aged 7 to 8 explore fractals through hands-on math activities at a workshop at The Royal Institution.

The Play That Goes Wrong

· Nightlife & Music

A comedic stage production of 'The Play That Goes Wrong' premieres at the Duchess Theatre on 1 April 2026.

Wednesday Night Comedy, Soho 9pm

· Nightlife & Music

Comedy performers take the stage at Spice Of Life in Soho for a Wednesday night stand-up show.

Circus Vegas - Lakeside Shopping Centre

· Nightlife & Music

The Big American Circus returns to Lakeside Shopping Centre with acrobatics and live entertainment.

Islington Easter Trail 2026 | Family Easter Activity

· Family & Kids

Families can participate in an Easter-themed trail across Islington, solving clues at local businesses.

Cc: Busy Babies at Orchard Children's Centre

· Family & Kids

A sensory play session for babies from birth to crawling at Orchard Children's Centre.

Stay & Play For Age 5s And Under

· Slade Gardens · Family & Kids

A play-based session for children aged five and under to develop social, emotional, and physical skills.

Spring Family Fun

· Family & Kids

Families can enjoy spring-themed activities including clay sculpting, badge making, and nature games at the Islington Ecology Centre.

Thursday 2nd April

Kids Bank (Previously Baby Bank) *Booking Only

· Marks Gate Community & Family Hub · Family & Kids

A community-led financial support service for families, now accepting self-referrals.

Taboos Live Music Show

· Nightlife & Music

Rising music stars perform live at The Star in Shoreditch, showcasing raw talent and future icons.

Peep - Play And Talk Session For 18 Months to 4 Years Old

· Barking Learning Centre (Barking Library) · Family & Kids

A play and talk session for children aged 18 months to 4 years at Barking Learning Centre.

Cobo Comedy Shutdown Bank Holiday

· Nightlife & Music

Top comedians perform live stand-up at a London comedy club during a Bank Holiday special event.

The Best in Stand up - Thursday 2nd April

· Nightlife & Music

Comedy performers take the stage at The Comedy Store in London for a live stand-up night.

Pencil & Paper Play For 4-11 Years Old

· Chadwell Heath and Whalebone Community Hub · Family & Kids

A free pencil and paper play session for children aged 4 to 11 at a community hub.

Easter Thursday Family Yoga: Move, Breathe & Play With Your Kids!

· Fitness & Outdoors

A 60-minute family yoga session for children aged 4–8 and their adults, focusing on movement and mindfulness.

5 Seconds of Summer

· Nightlife & Music

The Australian pop band 5 Seconds of Summer performs a live concert at The O2.

Friday 3rd April

Greyhound Beer Festival, Keston, Kent

· Keston · Food & Drink

The Greyhound Beer Festival returns to Keston, Kent, featuring local breweries and craft beer tastings.

The Best in Stand up - Friday 3rd April

· Nightlife & Music

World-class stand-up comedy from five top comedians at The Comedy Store.

Live Music Every Friday!

· Eltham GPO · Nightlife & Music

Live music featuring Will Udall performs every Friday at Eltham GPO from 8pm.

Live Music Whilst You Dine (Duo)

· Toulouse Lautrec · Nightlife & Music

A jazz duo performs live music at Toulouse Lautrec, with tickets added to your dining bill.

Headbussa

· Nightlife & Music

Negative Frame performs a live music gig at New Cross Inn in London on 4 March 2026.

Pressure Drop Spring Fling 2026

· Food & Drink

A mini spring beer festival at Pressure Drop Brewery featuring guest brews from Beak, Newbarns, and Track.

I Love House And Garage

· Nightlife & Music

DJ set featuring House, UK Garage, and Club Classics at The Dial in London.

Garage Nation

· Nightlife & Music

Garage Nation is a high-energy music event featuring live performances from leading garage artists at The O2.

Bass Pandemic Presents **Ceefaxx**(oldskool Vinyl Night)

· Nightlife & Music

A vinyl-only DJ night featuring house, garage, and jungle music at Advanced Beats Studios.

Saturday 4th April

Casino Rooms Nightclub - Friday 3rd April 2026

· Nightlife & Music

A major nightclub event at Casino Rooms in Rochester draws large crowds for a Friday night party.

Easter Weekend: Family Activities at The Soane Stable Yard

· Easter Weekend · Family & Kids

Families can enjoy hands-on creative activities and tours at the Soane Stable Yard during Easter weekend.

Family Fun Day

· Family & Kids

A family-friendly event featuring games and activities for all ages at Park Active Age Centre.

Saturday Night Comedy - up The Creek

· Nightlife & Music

A weekly comedy night featuring side-splitting humor at Up the Creek every Saturday.

Saturday Comedy Show - Comedy Freaks

· Nightlife & Music

Comedy Freaks presents a stand-up comedy show at The Harrison Pub & Hotel in London.

One More Time - House & Garage Day Party

· Nightlife & Music

A daytime party featuring vocal house and garage music, hosted at Duchess And Dressmaker Brentwood.

Janet Kay & Carroll Thompson

· Nightlife & Music

Soul and lovers rock legends Janet Kay and Carroll Thompson perform live at Boisdale of Canary Wharf.

I Have a Dream - The Ultimate Mamma Mia Party

· Nightlife & Music

A Mamma Mia tribute party features dance, sing-alongs, and themed entertainment at the Circus Tavern.

Xpressions The Return

· Nightlife & Music

XPRESSIONS The Return is a late-night DJ event for over 25s at V Bar in Hornchurch.

Sunday 5th April

London Community Gospel Choir

· Soul Mama Music Venue | Restaurant · Nightlife & Music

The London Community Gospel Choir performs soulful gospel music at Soul Mama Music Venue in London.

The Comedy Store Players - Gift Card Redemption

· Nightlife & Music

The Comedy Store Players perform improvised comedy shows every Sunday in London's West End.

Guns 2 Roses

· Nightlife & Music

Guns 2 Roses, a tribute band claiming to be the most notorious Guns N' Roses impersonator group, performs live at New Cross Inn.

Marbella Anthems

· Nightlife & Music

Marbella Anthems hosts its first UK party at Vault & Vine in Kent this Easter Sunday.

The Moat Wrotham Country & Western Night

· Nightlife & Music

Live country music and line dancing return to The Moat for another evening of Western-themed entertainment.