Latest Events in Aveley(August Updated)

Welcome to Soul Fiesta presents Soul Carnaval! Get ready for a night of soulful music, dancing, and great vibes at Best Western The Thurrock Hotel. We've got amazing DJs lined up to keep you grooving at this ultimate carnival party. Aitch B (Soul360)Brian Kelly (Zero Radio)Jon Jules (Mi-Soul)Lee Alder (Zero Radio)Mike Vitti (Mi-Soul)Scott James (Stomp Radio)Steve Kite (Zero Radio) Grab your tickets, grab your friends, and come and soak up the carnival atmosphere, and let loose on the dance floor. It’s going to be a party to enjoy and a memory you won’t forget!See you there! Information Source: Soul Fiesta | eventbrite

Get ready for a night of soul, rhythm and carnival fever.We’re taking over The Best Western Thurrock Hotel on Saturday 16th August 2025 with a night of electrifying soul, funk and disco. Expect pure grooves, live energy and uplifting anthems that hit you deep. 🎧 7 Heavyweight DJs – 1 massive night:Aitch B (Soul360)Brian Kelly (Deep crates & rare grooves)Jon Jules (Soulful house, funk & disco)Lee Alder (Carnival cuts & underground soul)Mike Vitti (Mi-Soul Vinyl Sessions)Scott James (Stomp FM & Soul Weekenders)Steve Kite (Zero Radio & Soulful Sundays)🕗 8PM – 1AM | Strictly Over 30s | Free Parking 🎟️ Early bird tickets just £10 (no booking fee) 💃 Hotel rooms from only £80 – make a night of it! 🧠 ABOUT THE EVENT🔥 A Night of Carnival SoulWe’re turning Thurrock into a soul sanctuary. Carnival colours, deep basslines, disco gems and infectious energy all under one roof. This is more than a party – it’s a celebration of music that moves generations. 🎵 7 DJs. 1 Dancefloor. No Filler.Handpicked from the UK soul scene, our DJs bring decades of experience and crate-digging credentials. Whether you’re into soulful house, 70s funk, 80s boogie or modern remixes, they’ve got your vibe covered. 🌍 Who’s it for?Over 30s with rhythm in their bones. From Romford to Brixton, Luton to Leytonstone, if you love your soul with substance, this night is yours. 📍 LOCATIONBest Western Thurrock Hotel Ship Lane, Aveley, Thurrock, Essex, RM19 1YN Free parking onsite | Hotel room deals available 🎫 TICKETSEarly Bird: £10 (no booking fee) First Release: £15 VIP: £30 (includes exclusive lounge & drink) 💬 FAQsQ: Is there parking at the venue? Yes – plenty of free parking onsite for all guests. Q: What’s the dress code? Smart & stylish – with a splash of Carnival colour encouraged! Q: Is there a minimum age? Yes. This event is strictly over 30s. Please bring ID if you look younger. Q: Are tickets refundable? All tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled. Q: Can I stay overnight? Yes – rooms at the hotel are available from just £80. Early booking recommended. Q: Will food or drinks be available? Yes – full bar available. Food options TBC closer to the event. Grab your crew. Book your tickets. Feel the rhythm. 🎟️ Early birds won’t last… Information Source: Soul Fiesta Events | eventbrite

Thanks to the City of Swan. Aveley skatepark skateboard , scooter and BMX coaching session Session 1 - 9:00am Session 2 - 10:00am The workshop sessions would be open to any participant over the age of 6. Freestyle Now squad members will offer participants technical advice, trick tips, skill development and skatepark etiquette, as well as give step by step instructions on how to achieve greater levels of confidence. Each coaching workshop session is 60 minutes in duration. Our facilitators analyze the participants skill level and work from that base and assist with confidence building. Skills can be taught but confidence cannot. It is important to not only just focus on skill building but confidence as well. By using their own skill base as a stepping stone we are able to help them advance. Our instructors speak the participant’s language and speak on their level. Our instructors relay this safety message to our participants and reiterate the importance of helmets and how they can minimize injuries. Participants are split up into groups based on their skills and or what is required to learn. All participants would need their own equipment and would also be required to wear a helmet and closed in shoes. Participants with defective equipment may not be able to participate. Our facilitators are not able to make repairs to participants equipment during the coaching session. Participants under the age of 6 will be taken on their ability to understand and follow instructions and to control their apparatus. Key points Coaching workshops are not suitable for 3 wheeled plastic scooters.Participants must be wearing a helmetPlease remember to bring some water and wear sunscreenParticipants must be over the age of 6Parents must stay on site if their child is under 12Please arrive 15 minutes early to register your attendanceDisclaimer form will need to be signed on the dayFreestyle Now coaching workshops are fun, informative and motivational. The squad members let the participants ride at their own level and encourage progression. All our instructors are very easy going and relate to the participants well. Our workshops cover all aspects of the sports, as well as equipment maintenance and personal safety issues. Freestyle Now hosts many coaching workshop sessions throughout the year for various local governments, community organizations and private companies. Freestyle Now also can do private coaching lessons. www.freestylenow.net Information Source: Freestyle Now | eventbrite

Event Details Join us for a fantastic Cardboard Adventure! Using designer Sam Wilde’s trademark sustainable cardboard puppet style you will travel to Boxville, a land made entirely from sustainable cardboard! Work with the Boxville engineers to craft-a-long with the story and build your own way through the tasks and trials of Boxville, earning everything you need to become a fully-fledged cardboard engineer! You will meet paper dragons, corrugated crabs and cardboard space robots in this STEM skilled, hands on, interactive, cardboard adventure! Accessibility: Suitable for: Ages 4+ and their grown ups The show is one hour and has no interval Outside: The venue is situated off the High Street on an unmarked road. There is a car park at the front of the hub upon arrival. The main doors open automatically Inside: Aveley Community Hub is a wheelchair accessible venue, with a step-free entrance including a ramp and an accessible toilet. There is a hearing assistance system. Motorised scooters are welcomed in public parts of the venue. Customers can charge scooters or wheelchairs at the venue. If you have any access needs please contact the Start Thurrock team to discuss this to support you. Getting There: By bus: There is a bus stop within 150m of the venue on Aveley High Street. Take route 22. By train: The nearest National Rail station is Purfleet which is approximately two miles away from the venue. By car: Parking at the venue is free for all users. There are two Blue Badge parking spaces. These cannot be booked in advance. Show credits: Directed and Design - Sam Wilde Co Director - Ian Nicholson Producer - Sarah Shephard Lighting Design - Sherry Coenen Sound Design - Greg Hall Dramaturg - Stephanie Kempson Assistant Designer - Ruby Brown Instagram: @SamuelJWilde To book on to other Green Light activities visit our website or Eventbrite page: Website: www.startthurrock.org/whats-on Instagram | Facebook: @startthurrock To contact the Start Thurrock team: Email: Hello@StartThurrock.org Phone: 01375 531410 Information Source: Start Thurrock | eventbrite

Thanks to the City of Swan. Freestyle now will be facilitating a fun and informative coaching session at Aveley Skatepark for Skate, Scooter and BMX participants. Our facilitators analyze the participants' skill level and work from that base and assist with confidence building. It is important to not only just focus on skill building but confidence as well. By using their own skill base as a stepping stone we are able to help them advance. Our coaches speak the participant’s language and speak on their level. Our instructors relay the importance of safety, the importance of helmets and how they can minimize injuries. Freestyle Now team members will be present to offer participants technical advice, trick tips, skill development and skatepark etiquette. Participants are split up into groups based on their skill level and what they are interested in achieving. All participants would need their own equipment, helmet and closed in shoes. Participants with defective equipment may not be able to participate. Our coaches may be able to assist with some minor adjustments (Scooter/BMX Bar straightening, skate/rollerskate truck/wheel tightening) before the session starts if required and time permitting. Participants under the age of 6 will be taken on their ability to understand and follow instructions and to control their apparatus. Key points Participants must be wearing a helmetPlease remember to bring some water and wear sunscreenRecommended for participants must be over the age of 6Parents must stay on site if their child is under 12Limited spare scooters and skateboard may be availablePlease arrive 15 minutes early to register your attendanceDisclaimer form will need to be signed on the dayCoaching workshops are not suitable for 3 wheeled plastic scooters or plastic rollers skates Freestyle Now coaching workshops are fun, informative and motivational. Our coaches let the participants ride at their own level and encourage progression. All our coaches are very easy going and relate to the participants well. Our workshops cover all aspects of the sports, as well as equipment maintenance and personal safety issues. Freestyle Now hosts many coaching workshop sessions throughout the year for various local governments, community organizations and private companies. You can find the full list of our upcoming events here. www.freestylenow.net Information Source: Freestyle Now | eventbrite