What’s On in Suffolk – Events, Things to Do & What’s Happening

Boxford Village Hall, Boxford, Suffolk. £5 per adult. suffolkcentre.org.uk

Bury St Edmunds Fire Station, Parkway North, IP33 3AT. £25 per adult, £20 for riders aged 17 and under. www.suffolkfireride.co.uk

Bury St Edmunds Fire Station, £25 per adult, £20 for riders aged 17 and under, suffolkfireride.co.uk. A charity bike ride supporting the Fire Fighters Charity, offering 60km and 100km routes for cyclists of all abilities.

Bridgeport, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Free. bridgeportsuffolk.com

Bridgeport Suffolk, reservations available, bridgeportsuffolk.com. Enjoy breakfast at The Silos.

Snape Maltings, IP17 1SP, snape-maltings.co.uk

Snape Maltings, £5, snapeconcerts.co.uk

Potfest Suffolk – Haughley Park is set in the parklands adjacent to this magnificent Jacobean manor house. Over 90 makers will be selected to showcase a wide and diverse range of work that is guaranteed to delight and inspire. Discover functional and decorative ceramics to suit all tastes and budgets and buy direct from the makers.

Capel St Mary Library, Village Hall, The Street, Capel St Mary, Suffolk, IP9 2EF. Free to attend but donations are welcome.

Mildenhall Library, free, suffolkcommunitylibraries.co.uk

Bring the whole family to enjoy a fun board game session for all ages. Free to attend; donations welcome.

Friends of Holywells Park at Holywells Park 04 Jul 2026 13:00

Cavendish Memorial Hall, Cavendish, Suffolk.

Open Mic Night at Sudbury Library. Free entry. sudburylibrary.co.uk

Snape Maltings, IP17 1SP, snape-maltings.co.uk

Suffolk Rural, Charity Ln, Otley, Ipswich, £50, suffolksupplychain.co.uk

BT Adastral Park, IP5 3RE, suffolksupplychain.co.uk

Training course at Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds. More info at suffolkwildlifetrust.org.

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. £40 per person. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Wednesdays with Wellbeing at 11:00. Visit www.saxmundham.org for more information.

Saxmundham Community Festival featuring music, arts, and local talent at Saxmundham Memorial Field. Free entry. More info at saxmundham.org.

Community Room at Cutchogue-New Suffolk Free Library, cutchogue.librarycalendar.com

An event at Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

BT Adastral Park Martlesham Heath Ipswich, £50, suffolksupplychain.co.uk

Rose House, IP17 1AL, saxmundham.org

Lackford Lakes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. More info: suffolkwildlifetrust.org/lackfordlakes/upcoming-events-lackford-lakes

Gorefield Community Hall, Wolf Lane, Gorefield, Wisbech, PE13 4NE. £10 per person. suffolkcentre.org.uk

Africa Alive, Whites Lane, Kessingland, Lowestoft, NR33 7TF. A networking event for local businesses. Entry fee applies. Website: suffolksupplychain.co.uk

East Point Pavilion, Lowestoft, Suffolk. Free entry. eastpointpavilion.com

Event at Bell Inn, Carlton Colville, Suffolk. Price: £5.00. Website: camra.org.uk.

A monthly bingo event to support the Village Hall Refurbishment Program. Doors open at 6:45pm; eyes down at 7:30pm.

A monthly bingo event at Woolpit Village Hall, with doors opening at 6:45pm for book sales and eyes down at 7:30pm. Snacks and drinks available. Proceeds to the Village Hall Refurbishment Program.

Prelude To Pride, 10 July 2026, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM, www.eastsuffolk.one/events/category/lowestoft/

Blyburgate Hall, Beccles, £5, eastsuffolk.one

Prelude To Pride, Whitton Residents Hall, Lowestoft, NR33 9LF, £5 per person, eastsuffolk.one

Artisan Makers Market at Southwold United Reformed Church.

A workshop teaching participants how to create beautiful flower arrangements.

Capel St Mary Library, free, suffolkcommunitylibraries.co.uk

Capel St Mary Library, free, suffolkcommunitylibraries.co.uk

Venue16, Ipswich. Tickets from £35. Venue16.co.uk

Thurston Library, Thurston, Suffolk. Free entry. suffolkcommunitylibraries.co.uk/events/creative-writing-club-at-thurston-library-2026-07-11/

Bridgeport, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Free. bridgeportsuffolk.com

Kentwell Hall, Suffolk, United Kingdom. £15. kentwell.co.uk

Holywells Park, Ipswich, Suffolk. More info: suffolkwildlifetrust.org/events-in-ipswich

Woodbridge Artisan Market at Woodbridge Community Hall. Free entry. woodbridgeartisanmarket.co.uk

Crafts for the whole family at Capel St Mary Library.

Art Safari, IP12 1BD, woodbridgehistoricriverside.org

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. £5 per child. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Ipswich Waterfront Innovation Centre, Ipswich, Suffolk.

Beccles, Suffolk. Local residents will be opening their gardens to the public, offering a variety of horticultural displays and garden designs.

Crafts for the whole family at Capel St Mary Library.

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. Free entry. Enjoy a family-friendly forest adventure.

Safari Networking event at Africa Alive, Whites Lane, Kessingland, Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 7TF on Tuesday 14 July 2026 from 09:30 to 11:30.

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. Entry fee applies. A family-friendly forest adventure.

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. £15 per child. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge. Tickets required. A forest adventure for children aged 8-11.

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. Free entry. Forest activities for children aged 8-11.

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. £15 per child. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Suffolk Supply Chain event at Bistro on the Quay, IP4 1AS, starting at 08:30.

Brandon Country Park, Brandon, Suffolk. Entry fee applies. Summer trail with activities for children and families.

A summer trail through the park with activities for children.

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Workshop: Natural dyes in summer.

Brandon Country Park, Brandon, Suffolk. A summer trail featuring various activities and attractions.

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, £25, suffolkswildlifetrust.org

Suffolk Food Hall, IP9 2AB, suffolkfoodhall.co.uk

An event at Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre.

Corton Community Rooms, Corton, Suffolk, NR32 5HF. A showcase of local crafts and handmade goods, providing an opportunity to support local artisans and find unique items.

Bridgeport Suffolk, reservations available, bridgeportsuffolk.com. Enjoy breakfast at The Silos.

Celebrating Victorian-inspired creativity with costumes, entertainment, activities and fun for all ages.

A festival celebrating arts and creativity within the local community, featuring participatory workshops and exhibitions.

Steampunk Shenanigans at the Long Shop, Leiston at 10:00. Visit www.visit-leiston.co.uk for more information.

Along Woodbridge Historic Riverside, East Suffolk, United Kingdom. A traditional regatta and fair featuring various water and land-based activities, stalls, and entertainment for all ages.

Summer Tea Party at Stowmarket Library. Free entry. stowmarketlibrary.co.uk

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. A hands-on workshop exploring the use of natural dyes sourced from summer plants.

Summer Tree ID at Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. More info at suffolkwildlifetrust.org.

Venue 16, 312 Tuddenham Road, Ipswich, IP4 3QJ. A lunch event with guest speakers. Entry fee applies. Website: suffolksupplychain.co.uk

Presenting and preserving the past by Janet Few at 14:30. Visit www.visit-leiston.co.uk for more information.

Event at Maltings Pavilion, Bungay, Suffolk. Price: £10.00. Website: camra.org.uk.

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Tree identification session.

Lackford Lakes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. More info: suffolkwildlifetrust.org/lackfordlakes/upcoming-events-lackford-lakes

Seining for Kids at the New Suffolk Waterfront.

Lackford Lakes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. More info: suffolkwildlifetrust.org/school-holidays

Festival at Gun Hill, Southwold. More info at visitsouthwold.org.

Southwold Food & Drink Festival returns during the heart of summer 2026! An eclectic gathering of grocery food, craft and art stalls is complemented by a range of entertainments for the whole family including live music stage and children’s entertainment. Alfresco dining areas will be served by bars of distinction providing a perfect location to relax with friends and family as part of a day out in Southwold.

Felixstowe, 24 July 2026, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Seafront parade, funfair, live music, and community entertainment. Website: felixstowenews.co.uk

Fen Meadow, Woodbridge. Free. SuffolkBis.org.uk

Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Lowestoft, Suffolk. £5 per child. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Lowestoft, Suffolk. £25 per person. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Felixstowe Leisure Centre Hall, free entry, felixstowecarnival.org.uk

Trinity Park Ipswich, tickets required, suffolkmilitaryshow.co.uk

Martlesham Wilds Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. More info: suffolkwildlifetrust.org/upcoming-events-martlesham

River View Restaurant, Snape Maltings, Suffolk. An exclusive first look at the Summer Contemporary exhibition, showcasing works by various artists.

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. £5 per child. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. £1,200 per person. suffolkwildlifetrust.org/upcoming-events-bradfield-woods

Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Lowestoft, Suffolk. £5 per child. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Suffolk Wildlife Trust Open Day at Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve. Entry £5.00. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Wenhaston Village Hall, Wenhaston, Suffolk. A traditional village show featuring local produce, crafts, and entertainment, celebrating the community's talents and heritage.

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. £5 per person. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. Entry fee applies. Holiday club for children aged 6-11.

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. £25 per child. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Snape Maltings, £10, brittenpearsarts.org

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. Entry fee applies. A holiday club for children aged 6-11.

Saxmundham Memorial Field, Rendham Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk. A community festival celebrating local music, arts, and talent with performances and activities.

Annual duck race in Beccles, Suffolk, featuring family-friendly activities and entertainment.

Snape Maltings, £10, brittenpearsarts.org

Snape Maltings, suffolkfoodhall.co.uk. A soulful vocalist known for her inventive and atmospheric mix of R&B, jazz, classical, and pop, Laura Mvula is joined by pianist Oli Rockberger for this special acoustic performance.

Event at Star Inn, Wenhaston, Suffolk. Price: £5.00. Website: camra.org.uk.

Foxburrow Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. £10 per person. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Lakenheath Library, free, suffolklibraries.co.uk. A fun and interactive session for children and parents to enjoy stories, songs, and activities together.

Beccles Library, free, suffolklibraries.co.uk. An open session for all ages to enjoy a game of table tennis in a friendly environment.

Ixworth Library, free, suffolklibraries.co.uk. A creative afternoon for adults to explore various crafts and meet like-minded individuals.

Snape Maltings, suffolkfoodhall.co.uk. Join our celebration of music this summer. Whether it’s the London Symphony Orchestra playing Bruckner, Talisk getting you on your feet with their unique brand of folk, or enjoying a night of hits from the West End with the Novello Orchestra; we’ve got a concert that's just right for you.

Snape Maltings, Snape, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Join our celebration of music this summer. Whether it’s the London Symphony Orchestra playing Bruckner, Talisk getting you on your feet with their unique brand of folk, or enjoying a night of hits from the West End with the Novello Orchestra; we’ve got a concert that's just right for you. Plus there are events perfect for all the family, our Summer Contemporary art exhibition, delicious seafood at Malted Mussel and much much more, all set within the glorious Suffolk countryside.

Grove Court Care Home, Woodbridge, Suffolk. £3 per child. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

River View Restaurant, Snape Maltings, £5, brittenpearsarts.org

Annual Soiree on the Lawn at the New Suffolk Waterfront, honoring a local conservation icon.

Art Safari, Woodbridge. ArtSafari.co.uk

Needham Market Community Centre, Needham Market, Suffolk. Free entry. www.stallfinder.com/event/county/suffolk/20/

Family activity at Lowestoft Beach, Lowestoft. More info at suffolkwildlifetrust.org.

Art Safari, Woodbridge, Suffolk. A day of sketching along the River Deben, suitable for all skill levels.

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Workshop: Natural Dyes in Summer. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. £25 per person. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

New Suffolk School Ballfield, New Suffolk. Summer concert event.

New Suffolk School Ballfield, free, newsuffolkcivicassociation.com

West Suffolk University And Professional Development Centre, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3SP, eastsuffolk.one

An event at West Suffolk University And Professional Development Centre, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3SP.

A fun family event with rubber duck races on the River Waveney.

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Summer Tree ID.

Suffolk Food Hall, £2, suffolkfoodhall.co.uk

Cinema in the Park at 19:00. Visit www.visit-leiston.co.uk for more information.

Enjoy a FREE open?air cinema night in Leiston, celebrating 50 years since the local Town Council saved the Leiston Film Theatre, with attractions, food, drinks and fireworks at the end of the night. Victory Recreation Ground.

An event at Beccles Quay, Beccles, NR34 9BB.

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Award for Forest School Assistants (August 2026) - Level 2.

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Forest School Leader (August 2026) - Level 3.

Snape Maltings, Snape, Suffolk. A day of shopping featuring local artisans and producers.

Wild Tots event at Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Carlton Colville. More info at suffolkwildlifetrust.org.

Holiday Club at Carlton Marshes Nature Reserve & Visitor Centre, Carlton Colville. More info at suffolkwildlifetrust.org.

Haughley Park, Stowmarket, Suffolk. A ceramics festival showcasing over 90 potters and their work.

An event at Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

Saxfest 2026 at 12:00. Visit www.saxmundham.org for more information.

Saxmundham Memorial Field, Rendham Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk. A community festival celebrating local music, arts, and talent with free entry.

Haughley Park, Stowmarket, Suffolk. Adults £8; accompanied under 16s free. potfest.co.uk

Rose House Street Farm Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk. Free.

Village Hall, The Street, Capel St Mary, Suffolk, capelstmary.suffolk.cloud

Suffolk Food Hall, £60, suffolkfoodhall.co.uk

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Award for Forest School Assistants (August 2026) - Level 2. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Forest School Leader (August 2026) - Level 3. suffolkwildlifetrust.org

Bradfield Woods National Nature Reserve, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. A guided session on identifying summer trees in the local area.

Three fun days of sketching along the River Deben. Art Safari, Woodbridge.

Venue 16, 312 Tuddenham Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, ipswichchamber.com

Stowmarket Community Centre, £10, stowmarketcommunitycentre.co.uk

Gainsborough community library on clapgate lane in ipswich. frm 2 til 10pm FREE to attend. Family fun and live music with an open mic event aimed at celebrating new local musicians, come and join the fun

Ipswich Museum, £5, ipswichmuseum.org.uk

Southwold & Reydon Constitutional Club, Woodleys Yard, Southwold, IP18 6HP. Southwold And Reydon Beer Festival. southwoldconclub.co.uk

Southwold & Reydon Constitutional Club, £5, visitsouthwold.org

Southwold & Reydon Constitutional Club, Woodleys Yard, Southwold, Suffolk. A four-day celebration of local beers, ciders, and entertainment.

Martlesham Wilds Nature Reserve, Woodbridge, Suffolk. More info: suffolkwildlifetrust.org/upcoming-events-martlesham

Old Hall Farm, Reydon, £2.50 admission (under 16 free), antiques-atlas.com. Situated on the stunning ‘Suffolk Heritage’ coast overlooking the historic Blyth River. ALL WEATHER event inside Old Halls Large Barn (Rain or shine we'll all be dry!). 40+ selected Antique & Vintage dealers from around East Anglia. On site cafe & kids play area. Open 9 - 4 £2.50 Admission (Under 16 free). Abundant parking.

Elmhurst Park, £5, woodbridge-festival.squarespace.com

Whisstocks Place, Woodbridge, Suffolk, United Kingdom. Our popular boutique festival returns for the 5th year in Woodbridge, the home of ambient music.

Woodbridge Festival at Elmhurst Park, featuring music and art. More info at woodbridge-festival.squarespace.com.

Suffolk Village Hall, free, suffolkvillagehall.org.uk

Alexandra Park, Ipswich from midday onwards - FREE to attend

Woodbridge Festival featuring music and art at Elmhurst Park, Woodbridge. More info at woodbridge-festival.squarespace.com.

Elmhurst Park, Woodbridge, Suffolk. A community festival featuring music, arts, and local food.

Saxmundham Memorial Field, free, saxmundham.org

Suffolk Food Hall, IP9 2AB, suffolkfoodhall.co.uk

Ipswich Cornhill, £5, ipswichcornhill.co.uk

Ipswich Cornhill, £10, ipswichcornhill.co.uk