About this event
🎄 Ipswich Town Hall Christmas Fayre
Get into the festive spirit right in the heart of Ipswich!
Join us for a magical weekend as Ipswich Town Hall, Corn Exchange & Cornhill transforms into a winter wonderland filled with festive cheer, unique gifts and family fun. With plenty to see, do and enjoy, it’s the perfect way to start off the Christmas season.
🎟️ Entry: Only £2 per adult, per day
Children aged 14 and under: FREE
Pre-booking your entry timeslot is highly recommended to avoid queues.
📍 Location: Ipswich Town Hall & Corn Exchange
Please head to the Town Hall Main Entrance to start your journey through the venue.
✨ What to Expect
🎁 Christmas Market
Browse a wide range of handmade gifts, festive decorations and seasonal treats from talented local makers and traders.
🎶 Live Entertainment
Enjoy free performances from local choirs, schools and community groups throughout the weekend.
🎅 Children’s Activities
Take part in a free festive trail across the Town Hall and Corn Exchange, with plenty to keep little ones entertained, including Santa’s Grotto (available at an additional cost).
⚽ Calling All Ipswich Town Fans! 💙
Visit the Ipswich Town Room and discover more about the club, with a presence from Ipswich Town Foundation, our Stadium History, Tours & Heritage team, and Hospitality & Events team.
There will also be a small retail shop with Ipswich Town merchandise available, making it the perfect stop for Blues fans of all ages! 💙
🍴 Food & Drink
Tuck into winter favourites, sweet treats and warming drinks, including mulled wine, while you shop and soak up the festive atmosphere.
🎬 Festive Cinema
We’ve teamed up with King Street Cinema, based in the Corn Exchange, to bring you special screenings of your favourite festive films in their charming, traditional cinema setting.
The perfect way to relax and soak up the Christmas spirit!
Please book cinema tickets directly through the cinema’s website.
🎅 Santa’s Grotto
Step into Ipswich Town Hall’s very own Lapland and meet the big man himself and his elves!
Our beautifully decorated grotto includes a festive photo opportunity walk through and a magical meet and greet with Father Christmas – a truly special experience for children of all ages.
Please note: Tickets for Santa’s Grotto must be purchased in advance to avoid disappointment. Book Tickets Here
🎄 A Christmas Weekend for Everyone
Whether you’re looking to buy gifts, enjoy a family day out, meet Santa, watch a festive film, discover more about Ipswich Town or simply soak up the Christmas atmosphere, the Ipswich Town Hall Christmas Fayre is not to be missed.
Come along and make some magical Christmas memories in the heart of Ipswich! 🎄✨💙