Your guide to activities, exhibitions, craft fairs, theatre, dance, & events in Ipswich

We love to tell you about events that are happening locally, as well as those further afield that might be of interest to you. Posting a community event is free so whether it is a concert, rally, craft fair, fund-raiser, or other type of event we’d love to hear from you.

We have also included a selection of local leisure learning, short courses and lectures, and if it is Car Boot Sales you are looking for, then click here for more details.

And if it is Photography or Art Exhibitions in Ipswich you are interested in, click here for the latest exhibitions in Ipswich and the surrounding area.

Disclaimer: Activities are not organised by the Ipswich Town & Waterfront unless stated otherwise. Neither is the Ipswich Town & Waterfront responsible for the accuracy of the information provided.

 

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Join at Ipswich to cruise the scenic River Orwell. Cruise under the Orwell Bridge, pass picturesque Pin Mill & see the busy international port of Harwich & before landing atRead more
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Join at Ipswich to cruise the scenic River Orwell. Cruise under the Orwell Bridge, pass picturesque Pin Mill & see the busy international port of Harwich before continuing to RoughsRead more
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Jun 1 all-day
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A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
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Jun 1 all-day
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This event is geared towards girls aged 8 to 19 and aims to encourage healthy relationships and friendships. Facilitated by Tender, the Conference will use theatre and arts to engageRead more
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The Suffolk Show 2016 @ Trinity Park (Suffolk Showground)
Jun 1 @ 07:30 – Jun 2 @ 18:00
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SUFFOLK SHOW Wednesday 1st and Thursday 2nd June - Gates open from 7:30am What to See & Do Above all else, it is the combination of things to see and do thatRead more
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Show and Tell Day @ Ipswich Museum & Christchurch Mansion
Jun 1 @ 10:00 – 16:00
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Have you ever found something interesting and wondered what it might be? Maybe you’ve found something curious whilst in the attic or whilst digging in your garden and want toRead more
Jun
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Ipswich Youth Steel Band @ St Peter's by the Waterfront
Jun 1 @ 17:00 – 18:00
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Designed to get young people involved in learning about traditional music from the Caribbean. Join our growing group which ranges from 9 years old to 19 year old. Contact theRead more
Jun
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Joan - Pulse Festival 2016 @ HEG High Street Exhibition Gallery
Jun 1 @ 18:30 – 19:40
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Presented By Milk, in association with Derby Theatre Written and directed by Lucy J Skilbeck Performed by Drag Idol Champion Lucy Jane Parkinson. Put your drinks down and your handsRead more
Jun
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Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
Jun 1 @ 19:30 – 21:30
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Red Rose Chain’s production of RICHARD III will have you on the edge of your seat with suspense! Expect thrills, laughs and the endless beauty of Shakespeare’s incredible history playRead more
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Jun 1 @ 20:00 – 21:00
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An era of possibility, polyester and pubic hair Presented by Wardrobe Ensemble It’s 1972. An era of possibility, polyester and pubic hair. Ziggy Stardust is on Top of the Pops,Read more
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Jun 1 @ 21:30 – 22:30
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A hilarious honest and brutal show about loneliness, with film. Presented by Annie Siddons 5 years ago in the middle of a shitstorm of life events, artist, single mother andRead more
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Jun 2 all-day
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Have the iconic and world-famous Tower Bridge lift just for you! Cruise the River Orwell, scenic Essex coast & Thames estuary before passing through the Thames Flood Barrier & intoRead more
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Jun 2 all-day
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A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
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Guided Walks Around Ipswich @ Ipswich Tourist Information Centre
Jun 2 @ 14:15 – 15:45
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Guided Walks Thursdays Take a guided tour around Ipswich and discover something new about the town. The knowledgeable and friendly guides will introduce you to key facts about Ipswich, it’sRead more
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Fable - Pulse Festival 2016 @ New Wolsey Theatre
Jun 2 @ 18:00 – 19:00
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A show about what we believe in, what we stand for, and what we can change Presented By The Flanagan Collective In Co-Production With Greenwich Theatre. A woman runs soRead more
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Evening Guided Walks Around Ipswich @ Ipswich Tourist Information Centre
Jun 2 @ 19:00 – 20:30
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Evening Guided Walks Take a guided tour around Ipswich and discover something new about the town. The knowledgeable and friendly guides will introduce you to key facts about Ipswich, it’sRead more
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Suffolk School of Samba @ St Peter's by the Waterfront
Jun 2 @ 19:00
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Suffolk School of Samba is a community group specialising in the performance of Afro Brazilian percussion and dance. With drummers and dancers, we can bring a whole carnival atmosphere toRead more
Jun
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Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
Jun 2 @ 19:30 – 21:30
19:30
Red Rose Chain’s production of RICHARD III will have you on the edge of your seat with suspense! Expect thrills, laughs and the endless beauty of Shakespeare’s incredible history playRead more
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Jun 2 @ 20:00 – 21:00
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A show about friendship, being woman and asking for help Presented By Rhiannon Faith A show about friendship, being a woman and asking for help. Quirky and outrageous dance theatre;Read more
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Jun 2 @ 21:30 – 22:30
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A collision of fiercely energetic dance and comedy Presented By The Hiccup Project May-We-Go-Round? is a collision of fiercely energetic dance and comedic
theatre. We jangle through the merry-go-round of romance,Read more
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Jun 3 all-day
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National Youth Dance Company is seeking dancers aged 16-18 (flexible in certain circumstances) who are passionate about dance and eager for a life-changing experience that will present career possibilities, raiseRead more
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Jun 3 all-day
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A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
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Jun 3 @ 17:00 – 17:30
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An insight into the world of the Saturday job Presented By Eastern Angles Love, life, work it all happens in the fitting room. Taking place in a high street shop,Read more
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Martlesham Heath Aviation Society - Monthly Meeting @ The Main Hall, Martlesham Heath Community Centre,
Jun 3 @ 19:30
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Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Google+Read more
Jun
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Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
Jun 3 @ 19:30 – 21:30
19:30
Red Rose Chain’s production of RICHARD III will have you on the edge of your seat with suspense! Expect thrills, laughs and the endless beauty of Shakespeare’s incredible history playRead more
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Jun 3 @ 19:45
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Locally based Andi Hopgood presents a night of great jazz and improvisation along with her equally talented quartet featuring alto saxophonist Martin HathawayShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens inRead more
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Jun 3 @ 20:00 – 21:00
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A brand new play inspired by the latest developments in the EU referendum debate Presented By Corby Core The Core at Corby Cube has teamed up with rapid-response theatre makersRead more
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Jun 3 @ 21:45 – 22:45
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A show that celebrates the inconsistencies and contradictions that make us human Presented By Ursula Martinez Following on from the success of My Stories, Your Emails, Olivier Award-winning performance provocateurRead more
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SHAKESPEAREATHON! @ The Avenue Theatre
Jun 4 – Jun 5 all-day
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A LIFE’S WORK | A 400-YEAR LEGACY | ALL IN 25 HOURS | FEATURING YOU! Perform on Red Rose Chain’s stage this June and join them for an extraordinary explosiveRead more
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Jun 4 all-day
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A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
Jun
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This Is What Men Do - Pulse Festival 2016 @ HEG High Street Exhibition Gallery
Jun 4 @ 12:30 – 13:30
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The influence of men in world history performed by local women Presented By Nigel & Louise After an extensive period of research exploring the influence of men in world historyRead more
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Jun 4 @ 14:00 – 15:00
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A humorous, moving and serendipitous journey around a world in miniature. Presented By Victoria Melody When Victoria Melody was competing in beauty pageants for a previous show a hairdresser advisedRead more
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Jun 4 @ 16:00 – 17:00
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A work-in-progress exploring the ritual of wedding, which will premier in 2017 Presented By Gecko A work in progress sharing Created by Amit Lahav As the world becomes more connectedRead more
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Jun 4 @ 18:00 – 19:00
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Stand-up meets astrophysics in an entertaining and deceptively simple show about huge ideas and what it means to be human Written & Performed by Alexander Kelly Inspired by conversations withRead more
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Jun 4 @ 18:00
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Tower Chamber Choir Abendlied Conductor Christopher Borrett Music by Schubert Mendelssohn Reger & RheinbergerShare this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens inRead more
Jun
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Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
Jun 4 @ 19:30 – 21:30
19:30
Red Rose Chain’s production of RICHARD III will have you on the edge of your seat with suspense! Expect thrills, laughs and the endless beauty of Shakespeare’s incredible history playRead more
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Jun 4 @ 19:45
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Ipswich Witches compete in the British Premier League. Speedway is fast bikes with no brakes which makes for some very exciting racing. Gates open at 6:40pm, parade starts at 7.30pmRead more
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Jun 4 @ 20:00 – 21:30
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Presented By Spy Monkey and Tim Crouch There are 74 onstage deaths in the works of William Shakespeare - 75 if you count the black ill-favoured fly killed in TitusRead more
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Jun 5 all-day
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A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
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The One Big Diversity Lunch @ Quayside Nursery and Preschool
Jun 5 @ 11:00 – 15:00
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The One Big Diversity Lunch is a fun filled family day out with lots of stalls, food and entertainment from around the world. The Big Lunch is a very simpleRead more
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Open Day @ RAF/USAAF Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum
Jun 5 @ 14:00 – 17:00
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Share this:Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Google+Read more
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Jun 6 all-day
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A programme of 77 guided walks across Suffolk from 14th May to 5th June 2016. Too many that we couldn’t list them all, so why not head over the theRead more
Jun
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Springboard (7+) @ DanceEast
Jun 6 @ 16:30 – 17:30
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This class is for children with additional needs and carers are not required to attend unless personal care is needed. The tutors have extensive experience teaching dance to young peopleRead more
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Jun 6 @ 18:00 – 19:15
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Discover dance skills and create your own movement with a creative focus. Carers are not required to attend unless personal care is needed. The tutors have extensive experience teaching danceRead more
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Yoga Classes @ DanceEast
Jun 6 @ 18:00 – 19:00
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The sessions involve working in a series of poses and postures which are either seated or standing. There is a focus on breath and overall wellbeing therefore it can helpRead more
Jun
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Mini Mammoths @ Ipswich Museum
Jun 7 @ 10:15 – 11:15
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Mini Mammoths takes place on the first Tuesday of every month between 10.15am - 11.15am. To book a place, drop into the Ipswich Museum before the day of the session, orRead more
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Jun 7 @ 10:30 – 11:30
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Designed to enhance your children’s co-ordination and rhythm and nurture their natural love of movement in a structured yet relaxed environment. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to join in and share theRead more
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Jun 7 @ 13:00 – 17:00
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Join us for a Suffolk Picnic Cruise and bring your own food. Our cruises are designed for families, friendship groups and individuals to enjoy a relaxing sail. Our Suffolk PicnicRead more
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Lunchtime Concert @ St Mary le-Tower
Jun 7 @ 13:10 – 13:55
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  The busiest promoter of classical music in Ipswich St Mary-le-Tower offers two series of lunchtime concerts a year, from May to October and in December, leading up to Christmas.Read more
Jun
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Guided Walks Around Ipswich @ Ipswich Tourist Information Centre
Jun 7 @ 14:15 – 15:45
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Guided Walks - Tuesdays Take a guided tour around Ipswich and discover something new about the town. The knowledgeable and friendly guides will introduce you to key facts about Ipswich,Read more
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