Beat the post-Christmas blues and head to one of these major events taking place in Suffolk in the new year. 

Here are five events and shows to go along to in Suffolk this January

Sing-a-long-a Encanto

Sing along to the songs from the hit film Encanto when the musical production comes to Ipswich on Sunday, January 22.

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The show tells the tale of the Madrigals an ex-traordinary family who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a charmed place called the Encanto.

Fancy dress is strongly encouraged and full audience participation essential. 

Classic Car Rally 

If you love classic cars then this is the thing for you. 

Bridge Classic Cars in Pettistree is organising the Classic Car Rally on Sunday, January 8. 

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Drivers will meet at 9am at Bridge Classic Cars where hot drinks and snacks will be available. 

The route will take drivers along to Blythburgh to The White Hart for a lovely lunch. 

Elvis on Tour

Don't miss a fantastic night with interactive tributes to the king of rock 'n' roll Elvis Presley at the Spa Pavilion in Felixstowe. 

Marshall King returns to The Spa with his legendary faithful recreation of a full Elvis touring show.

Tickets for the show on Saturday, January 14 start at £26 and can be purchased online. 

Strictly Ballroom the Musical 

The musical production featuring stars from the BBC One show Strictly Come Dancing Maisie Smith and Kevin Clifton is coming to Ipswich in the new year. 

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Directed by Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood, the show will be coming to the Regent Theatre between Monday, January 9, and Saturday, January 14. 

Tickets for the show start at £15 and can be purchased on the Regent's website.

The Magic of Motown 

You are invited to join the celebrations of the sound of a generation when the Magic of Motown comes to the Regent Theatre on Saturday, January 28.  

Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship. 

Tickets start at £37.37 and can be purchased on the Theatre's website.