Your weekend inspiration is here – these events are all taking place near you on December 23 and 24.
Felixstowe Ice Rink
Great Eastern Square, Felixstowe
December 23
Saturday is your last chance to put on your ice skates and head to Felixstowe.
Skating on the ice rink is completely free, just turn up and give it a go.
For more information visit the Facebook page here.
An Albion Christmas show
The Apex, Bury St Edmunds
December 23
Get into the Christmas spirit with the Albion Christmas show.
The show is a seasonal mixture of carols, spoken word, humorous readings and dance.
The band have been touring for almost 20 years and attracts sell out audiences. For more details visit the website here.
Aladdin
Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
December 23 and 24
Enjoy a great day out with the family watching the magical tale of Aladdin.
The show is packed with fun, laughter, surprises, songs and audience participation.
To book tickets visit the website here or call 01502 533200.
Christmas with Christina Johnston
St Peter and St Paul’s Church, Aldeburgh
December 23
Classical chart topper Christina Johnston and famous pianist Inga Goldsmith are back to bring you the spirit of Christmas.
The concert will be full of memorable Christmas songs and will include Matthew Sheeran’s new piece In the bleak midwinter.
To find out more details and to book tickets visit the website.
Demon Xtreme Ice Slider
Castle Park, Colchester
December 23 and 24
Who needs snow when you can go sledging this weekend without it.
The DX Ice Slider is a 35 metre long ride with five lanes, four lanes are to be used with a plastic sled and the other is for more adventurous riders.
Each person gets 25 minutes to slide down as many times as they can fit in. For more information visit the website.
Meet Father Christmas at Stow Maries
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome, Purleigh
December 23
Father Christmas will arrive by plane to greet children and reindeer.
You will be able to feed the reindeers and have your picture taken in Santa’s sleigh.
Meet Father Christmas and choose your own gift from his shop. For more details visit the website.
Cars and Coffee
Museum of Power, Maldon
December 24
Are you a car enthusiast? If so make sure you don’t miss this event.
Take your classic or modern vehicle to the Museum of Power and enjoy a coffee with other car enthusiasts.
The Steam Pump Tea Room will be open serving breakfasts, hot/cold food, home make cakes and refreshments. For more information visit the website.
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