There are 11 upcoming events in Ipswich. The next event is Leiston Book Festival on September 19, 2026 at Leiston Film Theatre.
Ipswich hosts a range of events including exhibitions, festivals, conferences. Most events run between spring and autumn each year.
Each event listing includes a direct link to the official ticket page or organizer website where available. Some events are free and do not require advance booking.
Ipswich hosts 11 upcoming events for 2026, including exhibitions, festivals, conferences. The next scheduled event is Leiston Book Festival on September 19 at Leiston Film Theatre. Each listing includes dates, venue details, and ticket links where available.
11 upcoming events — conferences, festivals, exhibitions and more happening in Ipswich in 2026.

An exhibition exploring the history of King Edmund and the Viking invasions, running from June 6 to October 4, 2026.

A literary festival featuring a range of authors and events.

The opening event of the Festival of Nature, featuring talks and activities celebrating Suffolk's natural heritage.

A guided ramble as part of the Festival of Nature, celebrating Suffolk's wildlife and natural beauty.

A special event celebrating the autumn equinox with activities focused on women's connection to the woods.

A creative workshop where participants can make clay leaf impressions.

An exhibition showcasing artworks inspired by Suffolk's natural environment.

An evening walk to observe and learn about local bat species.

A workshop teaching the art of cyanotype photography.

A workshop exploring the use of natural colours in art and crafts.

A gastronomic festival with over 100 food and drink producers from Suffolk.