Culture
Future Female Society celebrates 10 years of impact ahead of International Women’s Day
Future Female Society (FFS) marked its 10-year anniversary with a celebration evening on Tuesday 24th February at King Street Cinema
Ipswich Completes First Step of UK City of Culture Bid
Ipswich has completed the first stage of its bid to become the UK City of Culture 2029, submitting its Expression of Interest to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). The Town waits to hear if succesful in passing the the next stage. Residents are ask to continue to sign the pledge at www.ipswich2029.com to show breadth and depth of support
Step Into Constable’s World: ‘A Cast of Characters’ Exhibition at Ipswich’s Christchurch Mansion
As part of the 250-year celebrations of Constable’s birth by Colchester + Ipswich Museums (CIMS), a new exhibition at Christchurch Mansion, in Ipswich, will reveal stories about the people who helped turn Suffolk into ‘Constable Country’.
Ipswich becomes part of a wider global conversation
The Ipswich Portal has recently become part of an even wider global conversation, after linking up with Asia’s first-ever Portal in Manila, Philippines - the sixth installation worldwide. A side-effect of international connection has been local connection. People pause. They linger. They comment on who’s on screen. They laugh together when someone waves back. Strangers strike up conversations that simply wouldn’t happen elsewhere in the town centre.
CLAY 1A moves a step closer with Towns Fund support
Plans for CLAY 1A, a new creative and visitor attraction on Ipswich’s waterfront, have recently taken an important step forward after securing support from the Towns Fund Town Centre Regeneration programme.
Two Weeks To Go !
Business leaders in Ipswich meet to disucss how they can support Ipswich's bid to become City of Culture 2029
On the huh? Get the T-shirt
Ipswich slang that only makes sense if you’re from here, on a proper tee. Buy merch, support Ipswich community projects.
National Year of Reading kicks off in Suffolk with library fines amnesty!
Post describes how Suffolk Community Libraries are supporting the National Year of Reading with local activities and an amnesty on fines.
Vote! Vote! Vote! – A Level Art Competition 2025/2026 Public Vote
Four students from Ipswich School and Ipswich High School reached the national A Level Art Competition final for 2025/26. Here is how to cast your vote.
Backing the Bid – here’s why…
Ipswich.love director Sam Sherman joins Rob Dunger on Suffolk Sound Radio to explain why we are backing Ipswich to become UK City of Culture 2029.
Taking Ipswich Community Radio to Saudi Arabia
Elene Marsden has taken Ipswich Community Radio's Time Capsule Show to Saudi Arabia for two months, interviewing residents and planning Radio Aramco links.
#BackTheBid – Ipswich Launches #BackTheBid Campaign to Unite the Town Behind City of Culture Ambition
#BackTheBid article announcing a campaign to Unite the Town Behind City of Culture Ambition. There is a QR code and link for everyone to use
We have a World Premiere coming to Ipswich!
A world premier of Luca Silvestrini’s The Magic Flute coming to DanceEast in Ipswich in December 2025 with multiple performances
Ipswich City of Culture 2029 FAQ
Ipswich bid for City of Culture 2029 FAQ document. A set of Q&A for the the bid to help to explain the who, what, when, where and how.
The Hay Wain Comes Home: Celebrate John Constable’s 250th Anniversary in Ipswich at Christchurch Mansion
Constable's The Hay Wain comes to Suffolk for the first time in 2026, shown at Christchurch Mansion alongside Ipswich's own preparatory sketches.
New Ipswich Mural Celebrates Community, Diversity, and Hope at Westgate House
Exciting news for Ipswich as a vibrant new mural is set to enhance the community spirit right in the heart of the town.
Young People Bring Colour and Creativity to Ipswich Town Centre
More than forty young people from four secondary schools across Ipswich will soon be making their mark on the town centre this November as part of Youth Voice UNLOCKED
Join Eastern Angles’ Treasure Map Competition: A Creative Adventure for Ipswich Kids This Christmas
Calling all Ipswich children! Enter Eastern Angles’ Treasure Map Competition inspired by their Christmas show Treasure Island. Create your own map of a favourite local spot and win free theatre tickets. Submissions open until 20th November.
Ipswich Love SPILL Festival!
SPILL Festival is back – and Ipswich is about to get creative again Get ready, Ipswich! From 23–26 October, the town will be buzzing
Tjimur Dance Theatre is coming to DanceEast’s Jerwood DanceHouse
Taiwan’s premiere contemporary dance company is bringing a show dedicated to exploring and expressing the identity of the indigenous Paiwan people.
Join Ipswich’s Mayor and Community at the Annual Civic Service Celebrating 825 Years of the Town Charter
Attend Ipswich’s annual Mayor’s Civic Service on 19 October, featuring a procession and ceremony at Ipswich Minster. Celebrate 825 years of Ipswich’s Town Charter with community leaders and residents.
Ipswich Receives £126,200 Grant to Reopen Christchurch Mansion Five Days a Week and Celebrate John Constable
Ipswich’s Christchurch Mansion will reopen five days a week thanks to a £126,200 Museum Renewal Fund grant. Discover enhanced access to Ipswich museums and upcoming John Constable exhibitions in 2026.
What Black History Month means to me.
Black History Month is officially here! Whilst it is so important, we also have to acknowledge the injustice in being “given” just one month.
Ipswich Welcomes Durga Puja: A Cultural Milestone by Suffolk Bengali Society
For the first time ever, Ipswich will resonate with the beats of dhak, the fragrance of incense, and the vibrant colors of Bengali tradition.