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New Ipswich project invites local people and communities to connect with nature
New nature based project run by the ActivLives team at the at the People’s Community GardenMaidenhall Allotments, Halifax Road, Ipswich IP2 8RE
New Trail Makers AI project will engage schoolchildren in the town’s history and The Ipswich Society’s Blue Plaques scheme
Ipswich Trail Makers teaches primary pupils the town's history through The Ipswich Society's Blue Plaques. Piloted at Ranelagh and Broke Hall primaries.
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – May 11 2026
Rosehill Sunday Crafts at Rosehill Library, seniors' jazz dance at Murrayside Community Centre and more happening around Ipswich the week of 11 May 2026.
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – May 04 2026
Our Ipswich pick from 4 May 2026: Restless Natives at The Baths, Wild in the Orchard at Bishop's Cafe & Tea Room, plus library crafts and quiz nights.
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – April 27 2026
Live music at The Smokehouse, volunteering at Chantry Walled Garden and more: our hand-picked guide to what is on across Ipswich from 27 April 2026.
Suffolk Show… incoming!
The Suffolk Show returns to Trinity Park on 27-28 May, with around 85,000 visitors expected. Free parking, plus shuttle buses from the train station.
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.
BTC – All Dayer Festival in Ipswich
BTC All Dayer is a brand new one-day FREE music festival in Ipswich.Celebrating the grassroots music scene, discover over 60 artists across 7 venues on 25th April.
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – April 20 2026
The Hive hosts the Express Yourself LGBTQIA+ group and English conversation classes, plus dance, art and live music across Ipswich, week of 20 April 2026.
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
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – April 13 2026
From free Welcome Wednesdays at Museum Street Methodist Church to Stay & Play at Kesgrave Library and a home match day: Ipswich picks, 13 April 2026.
ITGA Summer Guided Walks
ITGA Summer Guided Walks blog describes the various guided walks around the town centre and waterfront areas of historic ipswich
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – April 06 2026
Week of 6 April in Ipswich: box kit making at Bobbits Lane Nature Reserve, Man V Fat Football, live music and creative workshops across the town.
Qualifications for everyone: Free adult courses at Suffolk New College
Gaining new qualifications as an adult can be tough. Discover our free adult courses at Suffolk New College, free, and designed to fit around work.
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – March 30 2026
Musical theatre dance for juniors at Castle Hill URC Church, over-60s exercise at Murrayside and more Ipswich events for the week of 30 March 2026.
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?
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – March 23 2026
Beginner beekeeping at The People's Community Garden, a weekly men's circle at CHIp Studios, plus history and wellbeing sessions around Ipswich this week.
Windrush: vibrant event to light up Ipswich
Ipswich comes together to celebrate the Windrush anniversary
You Are Ipswich!
Across the town, we’re listening - through surveys, recordings and conversations - capturing what makes Ipswich distinctive and how culture can help our town to thrive over the next decade.
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.
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.
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – January 19 2026
This week in Ipswich: RummiKlub at the County Library, Monday walking football with the Ipswich Town Foundation, and family craft club on Landseer Road.
#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
Our weekly pick of events in Ipswich – January 05 2026
Ice Illusions Majorette runs Monday sessions for ages 4-12 at Pinewood Community Hall, plus Wednesday seniors street dance at Castle Hill URC Church.