CONTACT For further information and to find out more about sponsorship opportunities please contact the Events Team as detailed below. Luke Fitch Assistant Events Officer Email: luke.fitch@ipswich.gov.uk Tel: 01473 432229 James Young Events Manager Email: james.young@ipswich.gov.uk Tel: 01473 432869 | 07736 826312
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IPSWICH EVENTS
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INTRODUCTION
Ipswich has long been well regarded for its vibrant and active events programme, offering the local community and beyond a diverse range of free to attend, quality events. By encompassing venues across the town, the programme further compliments Ipswich’s economic expansion by invigorating its cultural growth, which poses both social and business benefits. The year round series of events also aims to promote and encourage content of the highest possible standard. Such events are entirely sustainable through our working relationships with public and private sector, cultural partners and artists and such partnerships are integral to the development of the programme.
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IPSWICH CYCLING WEEKEND
Ipswich has been working in partnership with British Cycling to develop recreational and elite cycling for the last three years. There are three different strands to Ipswich’s development plan which includes a professional cycling race, amateur race and Skyride. Date:
30th-31st August 2014
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MARITIME IPSWICH
Maritime Ipswich graced the shores of Ipswich Waterfront for the weekend; celebrating Ipswich’s nautical history, including historical re-enactments, dance performances, craft stalls, live traditional music, fireworks and much more. Date:
Friday 15th August - Sunday 27th August 2014
Attendance:
70,000
Venue:
Ipswich Waterfront
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F O O D A N D D R I N K F E S T I VA L
Launched this year, the Food and Drink Festival is set to be another successful addition to the 2014 events calendar and delivered annually. The event features demonstrations from Celebrity Chefs alongside national and international suppliers, seminars and tastings, whilst showcasing local Suffolk produce and businesses. Date:
16th-18th May 2014
Location:
Ipswich Waterfront
Attendance:
20,000
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OPEN AIR CINEMA
This event always screens a very popular and current film and attracts a large audience. Last year saw the screening of ‘Les Miserables’. It is held in Christchurch Park and is an open-air event where the audience brings their own seating for the afternoon/evening. Date:
5th July 2014
Location:
Christchurch Park
Attendance:
5,000
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WORLD MUSIC WEEKEND
GLOBAL RHYTHM is always a colourful
INDIAN SUMMER MELA is a rich and
and exciting celebration of worldwide
colourful celebration of Asian culture
culture. You are invited to enjoy an
including vibrant performances of
array of live music, art and food from
Indian dance, songs, music, as well
across the world, in the perfect
as Yoga, Tai Chi, BOKWA & Bollywood
setting of Christchurch Park.
workshops and demonstrations, vibrant market and Indian food
Date:
12th July 2014
Date:
13th July 2014
Location:
Christchurch Park
Location:
Christchurch Park
Attendance:
8,000
Attendance:
12,000
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I P S W I C H A R T S F E S T I VA L
Ipswich Arts Festival is Ipswich’s annual summer arts festival with an exciting programme of visual arts, performing arts, literature, film and music. Across a multitude of venues and over 70 different events, every year Ipswich Arts Festival aims to fascinate, delight, intrigue and stimulate, bringing the town alive with culture. Date:
20th June - 13th July 2014
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M U S I C D AY
2013 saw 22nd anniversary of Ipswich Music Day, one of the largest free one-day music events in the UK. This annual event features a selection of the brightest talents across 5 stages, spanning almost every type of music. There is plenty of other entertainment on offer; fairground rides, children’s activities, stalls and a variety of food. Date:
6th July 2014
Location:
Christchurch Park
Attendance:
55,000
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O P E N A I R T H E AT R E
2014 will see an open air production of Peter Pan visit Christchurch Park. Heartbreak’s amazing adaptation of the iconic classic Peter Pan gives audiences a chance to join the gang - team up with the Lost Boys, Indians or Fairies and let your imagination run wild in a playground full of fun and adventure. Date:
25th June 2014
Location:
Mansion Lawn, Christchurch Park
Attendance:
500+
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