Ipswich Other Christmas Activities 2025

Discover 23 verified other christmas activities in Ipswich and nearby areas.

Discover 23 Ipswich Christmas events across the area—easy to compare and add to your calendar.

All Other Christmas Activities Around Ipswich

Christmas in Harwich Weekend

Harwich 10 mi from Ipswich

Weekend Christmas celebration across multiple Harwich locations

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Christmas in Harwich Weekend. This festive event spans multiple locations throughout the charming town of Harwich, promising a delightful experience for all. Keep an eye out for more details as the event...

Holiday TraditionCommunity CelebrationFamily Friendly

SeaYou Breakfast with Santa

Felixstowe 11 mi from Ipswich
$$

Sell-out Breakfast with Santa experience

Experience the magic of the holiday season with a 'Breakfast with Santa' event. This popular, sell-out experience offers a delightful cooked breakfast, engaging games, and interactive table activities. Children will have the chance to meet Santa Claus, receive a special...

Santa VisitsFamily FriendlyChildrens Activities

Christmas Wreath Making Workshops

Elmstead Market, Essex 14 mi from Ipswich
$$

Handmade Christmas wreath making workshops

Get into the holiday spirit by crafting your own festive Christmas wreath. These hands-on workshops guide you through creating a beautiful 12-inch moss-based wreath, which you can then personalize with an array of dried fruits, cinnamon sticks, pinecones, baubles, and...

WorkshopsChristmas MarketFamily Friendly

Colchester Holiday Season Experiences

Colchester, Essex 16 mi from Ipswich
$

Vibrant community hub for art and holiday experiences.

Firstsite in Colchester invites visitors to celebrate the festive season with a diverse array of creative and community-focused experiences. From hands-on workshops and seasonal cinema screenings to artisan craft markets and family activities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Discover...

Community CelebrationFamily FriendlyWorkshops

Air Dry Clay Decorations Workshop

Colchester, Essex 16 mi from Ipswich
$

Hands-on air dry clay holiday decoration workshop for families.

Unleash your creativity this festive season at the Air Dry Clay Decorations workshop. Led by ceramic artist Lizzie Croucher, this fun, hands-on session teaches simple techniques for shaping and decorating clay. Children can craft stars, trees, or entirely unique holiday...

Children ActivitiesFamily FriendlyWorkshops

Tiny Tots Nursery Grotto at Colchester Castle

Colchester 16 mi from Ipswich
$

Calm, dedicated grotto visits for young children.

Colchester Castle Museum invites nursery and preschool groups to its enchanting Tiny Tots Nursery Grotto in December 2025. This special event offers young children aged five and under a calm and welcoming opportunity to meet Father Christmas. Alongside their visit,...

Santa VisitsFamily FriendlyChildrens Activities

Meet Father Christmas at Colchester Castle

Colchester, Essex 16 mi from Ipswich
$$

Meet Father Christmas in a historic castle grotto.

Colchester Castle invites families to its enchanting grotto for a magical encounter with Father Christmas in 2025. Children can share their Christmas wishes, receive a special festive gift, and create lasting memories. This special event offers a delightful start to...

Santa VisitsFamily FriendlyHoliday Tradition

Colchester Zoo Magic of Christmas

Stanway 19 mi from Ipswich
$$

Christmas festivities at a renowned zoo with an enchanted light trail.

Colchester Zoo transforms into a winter wonderland for their 'Magic of Christmas' event. Visitors can enjoy the zoo's animal residents during regular hours, with special festive activities planned. For an even more enchanting experience, the 'Enchanted Trail of Light' offers...

Christmas VillageFamily FriendlyLight Displays

Hand-stitched Creations: A Christmas Workshop

Haverhill 23 mi from Ipswich
$$

Hands-on Christmas textile crafting workshop

Discover the joy of creating bespoke Christmas decorations at this hand-stitched creations workshop. Participants will learn various textile crafting techniques to produce unique, festive items perfect for gifting or personalizing holiday decor. It's an ideal opportunity to get creative and...

WorkshopsFamily FriendlyHandmade Items

Christmas at Paycocke's: Tudor Yuletide & A Christmas Carol

Paycocke's, Essex 24 mi from Ipswich
$$

Authentic Tudor Christmas reenactment and intimate 'A Christmas Carol' performance.

Step back in time this Christmas at Paycocke's House and Garden for an authentic Tudor Yuletide experience. Witness how Thomas Paycocke and his household celebrated centuries ago, complete with traditional decorations and festive foods. For a truly magical evening, be...

Christmas MarketTheaterFamily Friendly

Christmas Wreath Making Workshop

Tiptree, Essex 25 mi from Ipswich
$$

Hands-on Christmas wreath making workshop

Unleash your creativity and craft a stunning Christmas wreath at this delightful workshop. Led by a talented florist, you'll learn to create a beautiful festive decoration to take home. Enjoy the charming ambiance of the Tiptree Tea Room while immersing...

WorkshopsChristmas MarketFamily Friendly

Wreath Making Workshop

Langford 30 mi from Ipswich
$$

Hands-on holiday wreath making at a historic power museum.

Get into the holiday spirit by attending a festive wreath-making workshop. Participants can choose to decorate their creations with baubles or use natural materials. The event takes place at the Museum of Power, offering a unique blend of historical industrial...

WorkshopsHoliday TraditionSeasonal Activities

Haverhill Christmas Lights Switch On

Haverhill, Suffolk 30 mi from Ipswich
Free

Community-led Christmas light illumination event

Experience the magic of Haverhill's Christmas lights! While a public switch-on event was not possible this year, the town council, with help from local DJs, has arranged a special 'secret switch-on'. Residents are invited to join the festive spirit by...

Community CelebrationHoliday TraditionFree Event

Haverhill Civic Carol Service

Haverhill 30 mi from Ipswich
Free

Traditional community carol service

Join the Haverhill community for a traditional Christmas Civic Carol Service. This beloved annual event brings residents together to celebrate the festive season with carols and community spirit. Details regarding specific timings and any special performances will be announced closer...

Community CelebrationHoliday TraditionCarols

Candlelit Advent Procession

Norwich 40 mi from Ipswich
Free

Candlelit Advent procession with carols and readings

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Norwich Cathedral's Candlelit Advent Procession. This evocative event marks the beginning of Christmas preparations with a moving candlelit procession, accompanied by traditional carols and readings that bring the Christmas story to life....

CarolsReadingsCandlelit

Christmas Experience at Adventure Island

Southend 41 mi from Ipswich
$$

Festive fun day out with Father Christmas and bundled attractions.

Get into the holiday spirit at Adventure Island's Christmas Experience! Meet Father Christmas and receive a special toy, plus enjoy a free child's meal, a round of golf, and arcade credits. This festive event offers a magical day out for...

Family FriendlySanta VisitsChildrens Activities

Barleylands Father Christmas Experience

Billericay 44 mi from Ipswich
$$

Meet Father Christmas and receive a gift

Step into a winter wonderland at Barleylands for their enchanting Father Christmas Experience. Children can visit Father Christmas in his magical grotto and receive a special gift, creating lasting holiday memories. The farm park offers a delightful setting for festive...

Santa VisitsFamily FriendlyChildrens Activities

Ely Cathedral Advent and Christmas Services

Ely, Cambs 44 mi from Ipswich
Free

Traditional Advent and Christmas services in a historic cathedral

Experience the magic of the holiday season at Ely Cathedral with a rich program of Advent and Christmas services. From the awe-inspiring Advent Procession to the joyous Christmas Day Eucharist, they offer a spiritual journey through the festive period. Families...

Community CelebrationCarolsSanta Visits

Canvey Island Christmas Event

Canvey Island 44 mi from Ipswich
Free

Annual Christmas celebration by the Town Council

Get into the holiday spirit at the Canvey Island Christmas Event! Organized by the Canvey Island Town Council, this festive gathering promises a delightful experience for the community. Immerse yourself in the cheerful atmosphere and enjoy the seasonal celebrations.

Community CelebrationHoliday TraditionFamily Friendly

A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols

Cambridge, ENG 45 mi from Ipswich
Free

World-renowned Christmas Eve carol service broadcast globally.

Immerse yourself in the timeless tradition of A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, a cherished Christmas Eve service held annually at King's College Chapel. Since 1918, this service has captivated listeners with its blend of biblical readings and sacred...

CarolsClassical MusicCommunity Celebration

Cambridge Christmas Punt and Hunt

Cambridge 45 mi from Ipswich
$

Christmas punt tour with an interactive city scavenger hunt.

Experience the magic of Christmas in Cambridge with a unique punt and hunt adventure. This festive scavenger hunt leads families on a quest to find Santa's elves and reindeer, combining a scenic punting journey on the River Cam with an...

Seasonal ActivitiesFamily FriendlyHoliday Tradition

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Frequently Asked Questions

Any quick etiquette for parades in Ipswich without bringing chairs?

Stand behind seated groups, keep walkways clear, and avoid stepping into the route for photos. Offer space to kids for better views.

How do we plan a budget-friendly holiday day in Ipswich?

Stack 2–3 free stops: a tree or plaza display, a library/city-center craft, and a neighborhood lights walk after dusk. Bring cocoa in a thermos and set a small souvenir cap.

How can we structure a low-cost date night during the holidays in Ipswich?

Blue-hour stroll past displays, share a warm drink, then a short neighborhood lights loop. Keep travel legs short and finish somewhere cozy.

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