There are all kinds of events lined up this weekend in the Ipswich area. Here’s a guide to what’s on from March 10-11.
The IMAX Film Fest
Ipswich Cineworld
March 10
Watch your favourite blockbuster movies in IMAX for £3 at a film festival this weekend.
Cineworld in Cardinal Park will be showing five films, Guardians of the Galaxy (Vol 2), Beauty and the Beast (2017), IT, Dunkirk and Thor Ragnarok.
There will also be prizes and the chance to experience a 4DX motion seat.
For more details and to book, visit the website.
Suffolk Orchid Society Spring Show
St Michael’s Church Centre, Martlesham Heath
March 10
Your chance to admire a colourful display of orchids staged by the society.
There will also be first class orchids for sale, re-potting demonstrations and advice on cultivating these beautiful plants.
The day runs from 10am to 4pm, and refreshments including light lunches will be available.
For more information, visit the website.
The Prosecco Festival
Ipswich Town Hall
March 10
The Prosecco Festival proved a hit on its previous visit to Ipswich, and now it is returning.
There will be 40 different types of prosecco, brut, spumante, cocktails and pink fizz available to enjoy.
There will also be Italian-style street food available and live music, with both afternoon and evening sessions.
For more details and to book, visit the website.
Sunset Boulevard
Ipswich Regent
March 10
There are two performances of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical on Saturday, your last chance to see this touring production.
Danny Mac of Strictly Come Dancing fame stars opposite stage sensation Ria Jones in this tale, based on the classic Billy Wilder film.
A poor screenwriter stumbles into the world of a faded silent-screen goddess.
For details and to book, visit the website.
Storymaker
New Wolsey Theatre
March 10
Your little ones will enjoy two special performances in the theatre’s upstairs foyer.
Little Story is aimed at three and four-year-olds, accompanied by their families, and takes place from 11am.
Big Story is for five to six-year-olds. Youngsters sit around the Storymaker chair on cushions.
For more details, visit the website.
The Making of Ipswich
Ipswich Art Gallery
March 10-11
Learn more about the story of Ipswich through the ages with your family.
This free exhibition will teach you about the people who have lived in Ipswich, show you stored collections and relive the town’s memories.
It traces the Ipswich story from prehistoric times to the present day.
To find out more visit the website.
Thomas Wolsey Exhibition
Christchurch Mansion
March 10-11
Take your family to see the Thomas Wolsey exhibition this weekend.
Explore some of the Ipswich Museums’ rarely displayed Tudor objects and delve deeper into the town’s past.
This exhibition brings together objects not seen before together outside of London.
To read more visit the website.
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
Milsoms Kesgrave Hall
March 10-11
Milsoms has a special Mother’s Day tea event on both Saturday and Sunday.
There will be a glass of fizz and entertainment by singer Casper Clarke.
Seating arrangements will be around shared larger tables.
To find out more, visit the website.
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