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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May
24
Tue
May 24 all-day
00:00
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
May
24
Tue
May 24 @ 10:30 – 11:30
10:30
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
May
24
Tue
Lunchtime Concert @ St Mary le-Tower
May 24 @ 13:10 – 13:55
13:10
  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
May
24
Tue
Over The Garden Fence @ The Town Hall
May 24 @ 14:00 – 17:00
14:00
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
May
24
Tue
Guided Walks Around Ipswich @ Ipswich Tourist Information Centre
May 24 @ 14:15 – 15:45
14:15
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
May
24
Tue
May 24 @ 16:30 – 17:30
16:30
Each hip hop session at DanceEast begins with an aerobic warm up, followed by technique exercises and a routine. The main focus is on perfecting technique and performance as wellRead more
May
24
Tue
Ipswich Hospital Band @ St Peter's by the Waterfront
May 24 @ 19:30 – 21:30
19:30
Looking to join a group of musicians. The Ipswich Hospital Band rehearses each week at St Peter’s by the Waterfront, and is open to applications from anyone with a minimumRead more
May
24
Tue
Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
May 24 @ 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
May
24
Tue
Springboard @ DanceEast
May 24 @ 19:30 – 21:00
19:30
This class is for adults with additional needs and carers are not required to attend unless personal care and support is needed. The tutors have extensive experience teaching dance toRead more
May
25
Wed
May 25 all-day
00:00
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
May
25
Wed
Ipswich Youth Steel Band @ St Peter's by the Waterfront
May 25 @ 17:00 – 18:00
17:00
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
May
25
Wed
May 25 @ 17:30 – 18:45
17:30
Keep fit, learn new skills and keep fit. Join this contemporary technique class for the over 50s. For a full list of all classes available at DanceEast click here. DatesRead more
May
25
Wed
Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
May 25 @ 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
May
25
Wed
Zumba Classes @ DanceEast
May 25 @ 20:00 – 21:00
20:00
This calorie burning dance fitness party is suitable for complete beginners who have no dance experience. Zumba routines incorporate resistance and interval training, alternating low- and high-intensity exercises set toRead more
May
26
Thu
May 26 all-day
00:00
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
May
26
Thu
Vuelos @ DanceEast
May 26 @ 13:30
13:30
Multi-award winning international company Aracaladanza returns to the UK to delight audiences with their new dance theatre production Vuelos (Flights), made especially for families. After critically acclaimed Constellations (2012), CloudsRead more
May
26
Thu
Pilates Classes @ DanceEast
May 26 @ 14:00 – 15:15
14:00
Pilates emphasises your body’s core – the abdomen, obliques, lower back, inner and outer thigh and bottom. This gentle form of exercise means there is a much lower chance of injury thanRead more
May
26
Thu
Guided Walks Around Ipswich @ Ipswich Tourist Information Centre
May 26 @ 14:15 – 15:45
14:15
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
May
26
Thu
May 26 @ 18:30 – 19:30
18:30
This class is designed to take you further in ballet technique. Less time is spent at the barre to allow for more time in the centre. The class helps toRead more
May
26
Thu
May 26 @ 18:30 – 19:45
18:30
Learn basic belly dancing, have fun, get fit, and meet new people. Egyptian Belly Dancing is a gentle form of exercise with movements which particularly work the lower back and pelvisRead more
May
26
Thu
May 26 @ 19:00 – 19:45
19:00
A new piece of a cappella song theatre Presented by Verity-Standen In Association With Tobacco Factory Theatres Mmm Hmmm is a playful, poignant musical journey shaped by three exceptional femaleRead more
May
26
Thu
Suffolk School of Samba @ St Peter's by the Waterfront
May 26 @ 19:00
19:00
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
May
26
Thu
Monthly Meeting Suffolk Family History Society @ The Pioneer Room, Co-Op Education Centre, 11, Fore Street, Ipswich IP4 1JW car park: IP4 1JG
May 26 @ 19:30 – 21:45
19:30
Ipswich Branch, Suffolk Family History Society Monthly Meeting. Thursday 26th May 2016 at 7:30 p.m. The Co-Op Education Centre,Pedestrian Entrance: 11, Fore Street, Ipswich, IP4 1JW Car Park entrance: inRead more
May
26
Thu
Speed Dating @ Grand Central
May 26 @ 19:30
19:30
Please note this event is for under 45s. We also hold events for over 45s on the same evening starting at 18.00 Speed dating is fun, it’s friendly, and atRead more
May
26
Thu
May 26 @ 20:45 – 21:45
20:45
A story from Preston. About Preston Presented by Andy Smith and Fuel Written & performed by Andy Smith Welcome to The North A story from Preston. About Preston. A storyRead more
May
27
Fri
May 27 all-day
00:00
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
May
27
Fri
May 27 @ 10:00 – 11:00
10:00
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
May
27
Fri
Suitcase Prize Day - Pulse Festival 2016 @ New Wolsey Theatre + New Wolsey Studio
May 27 @ 11:30
11:30
The Suitcase Prize challenges theatre makers to think in an environmentally and economically sustainable way. The 10 participants compete to win £1,000 by presenting a 20 minute scratch which canRead more
May
27
Fri
May 27 @ 12:00 – 13:00
12:00
Every class offers a unique combination of 52 moves that correspond with the main areas of the body. It is a cardiovascular class which uses whole-body, expressive and grounded movements,Read more
May
27
Fri
Vuelos @ DanceEast
May 27 @ 13:30
13:30
Multi-award winning international company Aracaladanza returns to the UK to delight audiences with their new dance theatre production Vuelos (Flights), made especially for families. After critically acclaimed Constellations (2012), CloudsRead more
May
27
Fri
May 27 @ 17:30 – 18:45
17:30
The open class begins with a warm up followed by technique practice and travelling exercises. The class will finish with a sequence incorporating the technique learnt during the session. ContemporaryRead more
May
27
Fri
Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
May 27 @ 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
May
27
Fri
Kathryn Williams - Live @ St Peter's by the Waterfront
May 27 @ 20:00
20:00
Kathryn Williams will be performing at St Peter’s as part of her Spring Tour. 2000 Mercury Music Prize nominee Kathryn Williams is an English singer-songwriter born in Liverpool and has released 12Read more
May
27
Fri
May 27 @ 20:30
20:30
Folk on a Boat - Last Concert in Series The last folk concert of the current series aboard the historic Sailing Barge Victor, on Ipswich Waterfront, takes place on FridayRead more
May
28
Sat
May 28 all-day
00:00
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
May
28
Sat
Moving Gallery @ DanceEast
May 28 @ 12:00
12:00
Part of the PhotoEast Festival 2016, a unique collaboration between DanceEast and photography students from UCS will create a choreographed gallery of specially-commissioned photographs representing the Festival theme ”Of TimeRead more
May
28
Sat
May 28 @ 12:00 – 13:00
12:00
Some of today’s participants bravely present new work at an early stage of development and ask for your feedback. Session 1: New Wolsey Theatre 12pm – 1pm TAKING FLIGHT THEATRERead more
May
28
Sat
Vuelos @ DanceEast
May 28 @ 13:30
13:30
Multi-award winning international company Aracaladanza returns to the UK to delight audiences with their new dance theatre production Vuelos (Flights), made especially for families. After critically acclaimed Constellations (2012), CloudsRead more
May
28
Sat
May 28 @ 14:10 – 15:10
14:10
Session 2: High Street Exhibition Gallery 2.10pm – 3.10pm RACHEL BAGSHAW THE SHAPE OF THE PAIN ‘I am just you, with one of the dials tuned to a station thatRead more
May
28
Sat
May 28 @ 15:30 – 16:30
15:30
RICHARD CHILVER PRESENTS HOLD A young man struggles to write his girlfriend’s name on the Moon. Standing on a cloud, this eighteen year old shares his story with the celestialRead more
May
28
Sat
Scratch Day - Session 4 - Pulse Festival 2016 @ HEG High Street Exhibition Gallery
May 28 @ 17:15 – 17:45
17:15
Session 4: High Street Exhibition Gallery 5.15pm – 6.45pm JOHN OSBOURNE THE FIDELITY WARS A half hour story about love, break-up and a tiny indie band that no-one has everRead more
May
28
Sat
Scratch Day - Session 5 - Pulse Festival 2016 @ HEG High Street Exhibition Gallery
May 28 @ 18:15 – 18:45
18:15
Session 5: High Street Exhibition Gallery 6.15pm – 6.45pm JAMAL HAREWOOD WORD They’re pretty special. They give a person the opportunity to express themselves. They can be read. They canRead more
May
28
Sat
May 28 @ 19:30
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
May
28
Sat
Shakespeare’s RICHARD III @ The Avenue Theatre
May 28 @ 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
May
28
Sat
May 28 @ 20:00 – 21:00
20:00
An arresting physical endurance act that crashes head first into an impossibly true love story Presented By Made In China A woman takes to the stage. A man watches fromRead more
May
29
Sun
May 29 all-day
00:00
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
May
29
Sun
Duckie - Pulse Festival 2016 @ New Wolsey Studio
May 29 @ 11:00 – 12:00
11:00
A retelling of The Ugly Duckling. A show for all ages, perfect for the entire family. Presented by Le Gateau Chocolat Walking a little differently. Sounding a bit strange. DuckieRead more
May
29
Sun
EACH Ipswich Colour Dash @ Christchurch Park
May 29 @ 11:00
11:00
Back for it’s third year is the popular, and very messy, Colour Dash at Christchurch Park Ipswich! Run, walk or jog a 5km route, but be prepared to be showeredRead more
May
29
Sun
Vuelos @ DanceEast
May 29 @ 13:30
13:30
Multi-award winning international company Aracaladanza returns to the UK to delight audiences with their new dance theatre production Vuelos (Flights), made especially for families. After critically acclaimed Constellations (2012), CloudsRead more
May
29
Sun
Nel - Pulse Festival 2016 @ New Wolsey Theatre
May 29 @ 14:00 – 15:15
14:00
A story about what it means to be an introvert Presented by Scratchworks Meet Nel: a foley artist. Don’t know what that is? Don’t worry, not many do. Nel bringsRead more
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