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Halloween Fun Day at ACL Basildon

Spooktacular Family Fun Day Returns to Basildon – Halloween Edition!
Basildon, Essex – 28 October 2025
Address: 3SG, Churchill Ave, Broadmayne, Basildon SS14 3SG
Time: 10am-2pm
ACL Essex is thrilled to invite families across the community to our Halloween-themed Family Fun Day in Basildon – a celebration packed with creativity, learning, and spine-tingling fun!
This year’s event promises a magical mix of hands-on activities, educational experiences, and seasonal surprises for all ages. Highlights include:
• Family Crafts with a Maths Twist – families can enjoy creative crafts that sneak in a bit of numeracy fun.
• Create Your Own AI Animal – we will guide children through designing their own imaginative AI-inspired creatures.
• VR Headset Experiences – Explore virtual worlds with our IT tutors
• Spooky Hair & Halloween Nails – We will be transforming little monsters with frightfully fun styles.
• AIG Activities – We will be showcasing engaging and interactive learning experiences.
As always, face painting and slime-making will be available, adding extra layers of excitement to the day. Refreshments will be provided to keep everyone energised throughout the event.
Special Announcement: Launch of the Basildon Hair and Beauty Salon
We’re excited to unveil our brand-new Basildon Hair and Beauty Salon, a vibrant space designed to help local aspiring hairdressers and beauticians gain valuable skills and qualifications. The salon will also offer affordable treatments and appointments for residents, making professional hair and beauty services accessible to the whole community.
Community events like the Family Fun Day are more than just fun, they foster togetherness, provide educational opportunities, and create lasting memories. They also serve as a gateway to discovering the wide range of courses and programmes offered by ACL Essex. From wellbeing workshops to parenting and personal development classes, ACL Essex is committed to supporting residents in gaining skills, finding employment, and uplifting their families.
Join us for a day of spooky fun, learning, and community spirit!

