Ipswich Events 2013

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.

photos: Jen O’Neill

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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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