Things to Do
The Walk’s Vintage & Retro Street Market is back!
The Walk’s Vintage & Retro Street Market is back on 3rd May2026. Come in to the town to enjoy a variety of stalls and interesting things
Welcome to the Ipswich.love Directory
The ipswich.love Directory is now live: a curated list of businesses, charities and community groups covering the whole town and surrounding villages.
Samba time, anyone?
Get down to the Cornhill in Ipswich today to party like a Brazilian!. The new new location for the portal opens today from 1pm. Samba time, anyone?
Street Performers’ Showcase
Ipswich Borough Council wants musicians, magicians, dancers and living statues for its first Street Performers Showcase on 4 April. Apply by 6 March.
Royal Bengal Sports Club
a blog post describing the Royal Bengal Sports Club in Ipswich, a community led club for everyone
Valentine’s events in Ipswich 2026
A summary of events for Valentine's weekend taking place in various Ipswich locations in 2026
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.
Ipswich community invited to help shape future of The Baths
Brighten The Corners shares plans for a £1.92m Creative Digital Skills Lab at The Baths. Free public event, 10 February, The Church on St Stephen's Lane.
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – January 26 2026
Gainsborough Community Library hosts the Wednesday Singing Group, ActivSteps runs at California Social Club and Broomhill Library has Saturday Lego Fun.
Ipswich Thrive: Business Festival – Driving Growth, Innovation, and Collaboration
Ipswich Thrive: Business Festival – Driving Growth, Innovation, and Collaboration. Ipswich.love lists this and other upcoming business, networking and workshop events in the Town
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.
DineMeet: Turning Strangers into Friends, One Dinner at a Time
Elene Marsden brought the idea home from Bangkok: strangers at a shared table, a different Ipswich restaurant each time. Three DineMeet dinners in so far.
Discover the Magic of Ipswich Town Hall Christmas Fayre 2025 – Festive Fun for All Ages
Ipswich is set to sparkle and shine as the Town Hall, Corn Exchange, and Cornhill are transformed into a festive haven for the first-ever Ipswich Town Hall Christmas Fayre.
Ipswich Craft Beer Week!
Ipswich is celebrating Craft Beer for a whole week 17 – 23 November 2025, as beer lovers around the town host events celebrating craft beer with special events.
Fancy playing Netball?
Teacher's Pet Netball is a vibrant community welcoming players of all abilities. Matches played at Kesgrave High School.
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 Witches Premiership Victory Celebration: Meet the Champions Live on the Cornhill
Ipswich is buzzing with excitement as the Ipswich Witches make history by clinching the British Speedway ROWE Motor Oil Premiership title for the first time since 1998!
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – October 27 2025
From yoga classes and creative workshops to lively parties and engaging children's activities, Ipswich offers something special for everyone.
Celebrate the Season: Ipswich Christmas Lights Switch-On Event on 16 November
Join Ipswich’s festive celebration with the Christmas Lights switch-on on 16 November at the Cornhill. Enjoy live entertainment, festive performances, and free parking on Sundays. Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Suffolk’s vibrant town centre
From Boxing Ring to Spirit Work: Nathan Horne’s Mediumship Journey
Ipswich boxing coach, youth mentor and evidential medium Nathan Horne is stepping onto a different kind of platform: his first “Evening With Nathan Horn” at Murrayside Community Centre on Saturday 1 November. This is the story of how heartbreak, honesty and a lot of hard work led him from a mattress on the floor to messages of hope.
Special Halloween Screening at King Street Cinema: Extended Cut of ‘Halloween’
Ipswich launches the UK’s first Portal on The Cornhill — a unique global artwork connecting people worldwide. Experience this innovative cultural and digital attraction in Ipswich’s town centre.
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – October 20 2025
Looking ahead to the coming week, Ipswich offers a wonderful variety of events catering to different interests and age groups.
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.