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Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – October 26 2026
Ipswich Events Guide: Late October Theatre, Films and Family Fun The clocks have changed, the evenings are drawing in, and…
Ipswich waterfront hosts University of Suffolk graduation week
Thousands of University of Suffolk graduates celebrated in a marquee on Ipswich waterfront, from new jobs at Ipswich Town to…
New Comedy-Drama 48 Thoughts Per Minute Opens at New Wolsey
Verbatim theatre show co-written with Jessica Fostekew, starring Mark Thomas, comes to Ipswich's New Wolsey 27-28 January 2027. Tickets from…
Ipswich Misses City of Culture 2029 Shortlist, Strategy Goes On
a summary of the news that Ipswich has not been short listed for the final stage of the DCMS City of Culture 2029 competition
Work begins on inclusive play area and free gym at Alderman Road
Ipswich Council's £3.5m play strategy brings accessible play kit, Suffolk-themed features and free outdoor gym kit at Alderman Road, due…
Ipswich graduate thanks tutors with crocheted caricatures
Ipswich Fine Art graduate Gemma Upson crocheted caricatures of every University of Suffolk tutor and technician, then posed with them…
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Ipswich slang that only makes sense if you’re from here, on a proper tee. Buy merch, support Ipswich community projects.
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – October 19 2026
Autumn has settled in across Ipswich, and this week's diary has a good mix of things to do. You'll find…
Local work joins Constable exhibition at Christchurch Mansion
Constable to Contemporary at Christchurch Mansion, Ipswich, runs 24 October 2026 to 28 February 2027 with work by local schools…
First International Film Festival Comes to King Street Cinema
The Ipswich International Film Festival runs 31 October to 14 November at King Street Cinema, with 35mm classics, previews and…
Remembrance Sunday parade and services return to Ipswich
Pay your respects at the Ipswich Remembrance Sunday parade and service in Christchurch Park. Armistice Day events also take place…
Win Ipswich Town FC tickets in new litter poster competition
Ipswich primary school children can win ITFC tickets by designing a poster for the This is our Town campaign to…
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – October 12 2026
What’s On in Ipswich This Week: Live Comedy, Creative Groups and Community Gatherings Whether you have lived in Ipswich all…
Halo moves to Willis Building with 1,000 graduate job goal
As major company Halo moves its HQ the Ipswich, the article reintroduces the investment made in the town with quotes from relevant parties
Extra help for Ipswich smokers as local rates hit 21 per cent
Support services on offer as stoptober approaches for helping to quit smoking in Suffolk
New plans to restore Wolsey’s Gate as project enters next phase
Professor Jenny Higham leads the next phase of Ipswich's Wolsey 550 project, focusing on the conservation of Wolsey's Gate and…
Upgraded stalls as Ipswich market moves to northern Cornhill
Ipswich market moves to the northern Cornhill with new blue and white stalls. The relocation supports town centre upgrades and…
New bollards to enforce vehicle-free hours in Ipswich town centre
Physical bollards will enforce pedestrian-only hours in Ipswich town centre from 12 October. Find out which streets are affected by…
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – October 05 2026
What’s On in Ipswich This Week: Theatre, Live Music, Creative Gatherings, and Local Days Out As the days roll by,…
New bug-themed inclusive play area opens at Ellenbrook Park
Ellenbrook Park's new play area is now open, featuring bug-inspired equipment and inclusive features for children in Ipswich to enjoy…
Future Female Society is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the announcement of a major £259,832 award
Ipswich-based Future Female Society secures a £259,832 National Lottery grant to celebrate 10 years of empowering local women and girls.
New £150,000 Christmas lights and lantern parade for Ipswich
Experience the new £150,000 Christmas lights in Ipswich this year. The festive season includes a lantern parade, sea giant puppet…
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – September 28 2026
What’s on in Ipswich This Week: Live Comedy, Choirs, Crafting and Community Gatherings Whether you are local to the town…
Fantasy, Gaming and Creativity Take Over Ipswich Town Centre This October
a different kind of weekend street market feature fantasy and games, new stalls and old favourites in Ipswich, coinciding the same weekend as the book festival
More Than a Room: Why Good Shared Housing Matters to Ipswich
An article that looks to explore the other side of the HMO debate and why house shares work for many