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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.
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.
Discover Ipswich’s Groundbreaking ‘Portal’ Art Installation Linking the Town to Global Cities
Ipswich is set to welcome the UK's first ‘Portal’ public art installation on the Cornhill, connecting the town centre with cities worldwide.
Finding Balance Again: How Acupuncture Supports Women’s Wellness
As women, we juggle so much — careers, family, relationships, and the endless to-do lists that never seem to end.
Should Ipswich Create a New Town Council to Strengthen Local Representation?
The Government is planning to replace Ipswich Borough Council, Suffolk County Council, and all district councils in Suffolk with one or more “unitary” councils.