Your local guide to what’s on, including activities, exhibitions, craft markets,
theatre and dance, and 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.
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Photography & Art Exhibitions
@ Ipswich & Suffolk
Jan 1 – Dec 31 all-day
Visit our Photography & Art Exhibitions page where we highlight some great exhibitions that take place here in Ipswich, as well as further afield. Many exhibitions feature local artists, and worksRead more
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod
@ The Avenue Theatre
Dec 15 all-day
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod “He went to bed in his boots” Venue: The Avenue Theatre 10 DEC to 3 JAN Coming to The Avenue this Christmas! FeaturingRead more
Midweek Walk - Christchurch Park
@ Christchurch Park
Dec 15 @ 10:00 – 12:00
Location: Meet at Soane Street entrance A walk round Christchurch Park Ipswich. Lasts approx. 2 hours. All welcome.Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (OpensRead more
The Paper Dolls
@ New Wolsey Studio
Dec 15 @ 14:00
From the award-winning author of The Gruffalo TIMES/ 2pm Mon to Sat (excluding Fri 25 Dec and Fri 1 Jan), 11am Mon to Sat (excluding Tue 1 Dec, Fri 25Read more
Women in Rural Enterprise (WiRE)
@ Blackfriars
Dec 15 @ 18:30
Professional women’s networking group, which meets on the third Tuesday evening each month. Meetings take place at Blackfriars (formerly Ladies That Lunch), Ipswich. Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in newRead more
Dec 15 @ 19:00 – 21:30
December at SIMS will see Daniel Somers, an SEO expert from seomers.com, tell us all about SEO Blackhats, warn businesses about its dangers and how to avoid them.Share this:Share onRead more
The Sword in the Stone
@ New Wolsey Theatre
Dec 15 @ 19:00
A Brand New Rock And Roll Panto sponsored by Ipswich Building Society Please see the website for a full listing of all 85 performances!Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in newRead more
Holy Mackerel!
@ Sir John Mills Theatre,
Dec 15 @ 19:45
Eyes down for another wacky and wonderfully alternative Christmas show. In the sleepy Cornish port of Newlyn, there’s something troubling afoot (but the chiropodist can’t help!) In Victorian times EastRead more
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod
@ The Avenue Theatre
Dec 16 all-day
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod “He went to bed in his boots” Venue: The Avenue Theatre 10 DEC to 3 JAN Coming to The Avenue this Christmas! FeaturingRead more
The Paper Dolls
@ New Wolsey Studio
Dec 16 @ 14:00
From the award-winning author of The Gruffalo TIMES/ 2pm Mon to Sat (excluding Fri 25 Dec and Fri 1 Jan), 11am Mon to Sat (excluding Tue 1 Dec, Fri 25Read more
ISSBA Christmas Party 2015
@ Bear’s Boutique Bowling Bar and Grill
Dec 16 @ 18:30 – 23:45
ISSBA Christmas Party Wednesday 16th December 6.30pm till late Bear’s Boutique Bowling Bar and Grill Join us at an amazing new venue, Bear’s Boutique Bowling Bar and Grill in IpswichRead more
The Sword in the Stone
@ New Wolsey Theatre
Dec 16 @ 19:00
A Brand New Rock And Roll Panto sponsored by Ipswich Building Society Please see the website for a full listing of all 85 performances!Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in newRead more
Holy Mackerel!
@ Sir John Mills Theatre,
Dec 16 @ 19:45
Eyes down for another wacky and wonderfully alternative Christmas show. In the sleepy Cornish port of Newlyn, there’s something troubling afoot (but the chiropodist can’t help!) In Victorian times EastRead more
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod
@ The Avenue Theatre
Dec 17 all-day
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod “He went to bed in his boots” Venue: The Avenue Theatre 10 DEC to 3 JAN Coming to The Avenue this Christmas! FeaturingRead more
The Paper Dolls
@ New Wolsey Studio
Dec 17 @ 14:00
From the award-winning author of The Gruffalo TIMES/ 2pm Mon to Sat (excluding Fri 25 Dec and Fri 1 Jan), 11am Mon to Sat (excluding Tue 1 Dec, Fri 25Read more
Bollywood Christmas
@ Wherstead Park
Dec 17 @ 19:00
Have a Bollywood Adventure at Wherstead Park, with plenty of exotic activities scheduled throughout the night, including a fantastic 3 course meal and Bollywood dancers.Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens inRead more
The Sword in the Stone
@ New Wolsey Theatre
Dec 17 @ 19:00
A Brand New Rock And Roll Panto sponsored by Ipswich Building Society Please see the website for a full listing of all 85 performances!Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in newRead more
Suffolk Family History Society Monthly Meeting - December
@ The Co-Op Education Centre
Dec 17 @ 19:30
Eve Regelous Presents an illustrated talk: “The History of Harrods” Based on Eve’s unique insight as an Event’s Organiser at this World Famous London, Knightsbridge Store, with herRead more
Holy Mackerel!
@ Sir John Mills Theatre,
Dec 17 @ 19:45
Eyes down for another wacky and wonderfully alternative Christmas show. In the sleepy Cornish port of Newlyn, there’s something troubling afoot (but the chiropodist can’t help!) In Victorian times EastRead more
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod
@ The Avenue Theatre
Dec 18 all-day
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod “He went to bed in his boots” Venue: The Avenue Theatre 10 DEC to 3 JAN Coming to The Avenue this Christmas! FeaturingRead more
The Paper Dolls
@ New Wolsey Studio
Dec 18 @ 14:00
From the award-winning author of The Gruffalo TIMES/ 2pm Mon to Sat (excluding Fri 25 Dec and Fri 1 Jan), 11am Mon to Sat (excluding Tue 1 Dec, Fri 25Read more
Bollywood Christmas
@ Wherstead Park
Dec 18 @ 19:00
Have a Bollywood Adventure at Wherstead Park, with plenty of exotic activities scheduled throughout the night, including a fantastic 3 course meal and Bollywood dancers.Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens inRead more
The Sword in the Stone
@ New Wolsey Theatre
Dec 18 @ 19:00
A Brand New Rock And Roll Panto sponsored by Ipswich Building Society Please see the website for a full listing of all 85 performances!Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in newRead more
Holy Mackerel!
@ Sir John Mills Theatre,
Dec 18 @ 19:45
Eyes down for another wacky and wonderfully alternative Christmas show. In the sleepy Cornish port of Newlyn, there’s something troubling afoot (but the chiropodist can’t help!) In Victorian times EastRead more
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod
@ The Avenue Theatre
Dec 19 all-day
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod “He went to bed in his boots” Venue: The Avenue Theatre 10 DEC to 3 JAN Coming to The Avenue this Christmas! FeaturingRead more
Birds by Barge on the Stour Estuary
@ Ha’Penny Pier, HARWICH, Essex
Dec 19 all-day
Bird Watching Do not miss out on this special opportunity to experience one of East Anglia’s finest wildlife spectacle. See thousands of birds on the magnificent river estuary. This opportunityRead more
The Paper Dolls
@ New Wolsey Studio
Dec 19 @ 14:00
From the award-winning author of The Gruffalo TIMES/ 2pm Mon to Sat (excluding Fri 25 Dec and Fri 1 Jan), 11am Mon to Sat (excluding Tue 1 Dec, Fri 25Read more
Ipswich Town V Derby
@ Ipswich Town Football Club
Dec 19 @ 15:00
Share this: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+ (Opens inRead more
ITFC V Derby FC
@ Ipswich Town Football Club
Dec 19 @ 15:00
Share this: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+ (Opens inRead more
Bollywood Christmas
@ Wherstead Park
Dec 19 @ 19:00
Have a Bollywood Adventure at Wherstead Park, with plenty of exotic activities scheduled throughout the night, including a fantastic 3 course meal and Bollywood dancers.Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens inRead more
The Sword in the Stone
@ New Wolsey Theatre
Dec 19 @ 19:00
A Brand New Rock And Roll Panto sponsored by Ipswich Building Society Please see the website for a full listing of all 85 performances!Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in newRead more
Dec 19 @ 19:30
Visit Alaturka Turkish Restaurant in Ipswich and enjoy a three course meal, and an evening of Belly Dancing entertainment, provided by Sama Belly Dance. Belly Dancer Evenings at Alaturka areRead more
Holy Mackerel!
@ Sir John Mills Theatre,
Dec 19 @ 19:45
Eyes down for another wacky and wonderfully alternative Christmas show. In the sleepy Cornish port of Newlyn, there’s something troubling afoot (but the chiropodist can’t help!) In Victorian times EastRead more
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod
@ The Avenue Theatre
Dec 20 all-day
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod “He went to bed in his boots” Venue: The Avenue Theatre 10 DEC to 3 JAN Coming to The Avenue this Christmas! FeaturingRead more
Birds by Barge on the Stour Estuary
@ Ha’Penny Pier, HARWICH, Essex
Dec 20 all-day
Bird Watching Do not miss out on this special opportunity to experience one of East Anglia’s finest wildlife spectacle. See thousands of birds on the magnificent river estuary. This opportunityRead more
The Paper Dolls
@ New Wolsey Studio
Dec 20 @ 14:00
From the award-winning author of The Gruffalo TIMES/ 2pm Mon to Sat (excluding Fri 25 Dec and Fri 1 Jan), 11am Mon to Sat (excluding Tue 1 Dec, Fri 25Read more
The Sword in the Stone
@ New Wolsey Theatre
Dec 20 @ 19:00
A Brand New Rock And Roll Panto sponsored by Ipswich Building Society Please see the website for a full listing of all 85 performances!Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in newRead more
Christmas Show
@ Ipswich Jazz Club
Dec 20 @ 20:00 – 22:30
Join Ipswich Jazz Club for Christmas Celebrations. With Joanna Eden, Mark Crooks and the Chris Ingham Trio you can expect lots of festive fun and good cheer from this band.Read more
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod
@ The Avenue Theatre
Dec 21 all-day
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod “He went to bed in his boots” Venue: The Avenue Theatre 10 DEC to 3 JAN Coming to The Avenue this Christmas! FeaturingRead more
The Paper Dolls
@ New Wolsey Studio
Dec 21 @ 14:00
From the award-winning author of The Gruffalo TIMES/ 2pm Mon to Sat (excluding Fri 25 Dec and Fri 1 Jan), 11am Mon to Sat (excluding Tue 1 Dec, Fri 25Read more
The Sword in the Stone
@ New Wolsey Theatre
Dec 21 @ 19:00
A Brand New Rock And Roll Panto sponsored by Ipswich Building Society Please see the website for a full listing of all 85 performances!Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in newRead more
Holy Mackerel!
@ Sir John Mills Theatre,
Dec 21 @ 19:45
Eyes down for another wacky and wonderfully alternative Christmas show. In the sleepy Cornish port of Newlyn, there’s something troubling afoot (but the chiropodist can’t help!) In Victorian times EastRead more
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod
@ The Avenue Theatre
Dec 22 all-day
Beatrix Potter’s The Tale of Mr Tod “He went to bed in his boots” Venue: The Avenue Theatre 10 DEC to 3 JAN Coming to The Avenue this Christmas! FeaturingRead more
Young Wardens at Holywells Park
@ Holywells Park
Dec 22 @ 10:30 – 12:30
Practical Conservation activities for children 10-15 year old, this is free but places must be booked.Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in newRead more
The Choir of St Mary-le-Tower
@ St Mary le-Tower
Dec 22 @ 13:00
A Programme of Festive Music with the Choristers, Choral Scholars and Adults.Share this:Share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share onRead more
The Paper Dolls
@ New Wolsey Studio
Dec 22 @ 14:00
From the award-winning author of The Gruffalo TIMES/ 2pm Mon to Sat (excluding Fri 25 Dec and Fri 1 Jan), 11am Mon to Sat (excluding Tue 1 Dec, Fri 25Read more
