Letting Ipswich know Whats On!
Division 3 is set to shine this festive season with the return of the Christmas in Ipswich program, featuring magical events for residents of all ages. Division 3 Councillor Marnie Doyle highlighted the St Nicholas Precinct, a centerpiece of the city’s celebrations. “From December 13 to 22, Tulmur Place will Read more
The festive season has arrived, and Division 2 is at the heart of the celebrations with the launch of the Christmas in Ipswich program. Deputy Mayor and Division 2 Councillor Nicole Jonic unveiled a vibrant calendar of events guaranteed to bring joy to families across the region. One of the Read more
Get ready to experience all 37 of Shakespeare’s plays in just 100 minutes with The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)! Presented by the Ipswich Orpheus Chorale, a not-for-profit community-based choir, this uproarious, high-speed romp is set to delight audiences from Friday, July 5 to Sunday, July 7, 2024, at Read more
Spend this Saturday eating delicious food and browsing away at the Ripley Markets. With handcrafted goods, live music, fashion, delicious food and family-friendly entertainment, there is no better way to spend your Saturday. IMAGE CREDIT: Discover Ipswich/Supplied The Ripley Market is hosted every second Saturday of each month from 3 Read more
Looking for kids’ entertainment these school holidays? Look no further Thomas The Tank Engine, everyone’s favourite Number 1 blue engine is heading to The Workshops Rail Museum. For the first time ever, this day of colourful adventures will celebrate the magic and beauty of colour at Day Out With Thomas: Read more
The wrapping is off this year’s Christmas in Ipswich program, revealing a mix of magical light installations, community carols events, markets and a cinema under the stars to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said it was beginning to look a lot like Christmas Read more
Swich Up Productions and Ipswich Civic Centre present… One of the most inspirational and loved Christmas stories – ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’. Set in a 1940s recording studio, this live radio play is the warm hug we can’t wait to give our loved ones. Join them this Christmas as they Read more
Kate Miller-Heidke embarks on the Catching Diamonds Massive National Regional Tour of Australia. Coming soon to a town near you, in January-March 2024. Kate will be supported by Georgia Mooney. Kate Miller-Heidke is an award-winning singer-songwriter who traverses the worlds of folk, pop, opera and musical theatre. She has performed Read more
In the lead-up to Christmas, a visit to the heart of Ipswich Central isn’t complete without stopping by the City’s Christmas Tree in d’Arcy Doyle Place. Lights on nightly, come down and make your Christmas wish. Share your photos with on Instagram by using #ChristmasInIpswich #IpswichFestivals #DiscoverIpswich Friday 24th November Read more
A much loved local event will return to Ipswich in 2023 – Kitsch in the Swich will celebrate its first outing at its brand-new home at the Ipswich Showgrounds. The event, which ran in the former Ipswich City Square space between 2013 and 2019, is a celebration of all things Read more
Ipswich City Council is launching a new pilot program in Ipswich Central centred around embracing and enhancing the visual merchandising of businesses. In today’s environment, shoppers have multiple platforms to shop from and enticing buyers to stop, stay and spend is more valuable than ever. Shoppers are savvy and seek Read more
Back By Popular Demand Direct from Las Vegas USA “You Got It! – a salute to Roy Orbison” Live In Concert Wesley Orbison, Roy Orbison’s eldest son is very proud to fully endorse and present this amazing live concert experience. Remembering his father as we relive the sound and all Read more
Put your indicators on and tell us what you think; council’s new draft parking strategy is now open for community feedback. Growth, Infrastructure and Waste Committee Chairperson Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding said the iGO Parking Strategy and Action Plan would help shape how council manages parking and the kerbside across Read more
From classic cult horror movies to family-friendly markets, there’s something for every goblin and ghoul this Halloween right here in the Swich! Cult classic cinema Head to Limelight Cinemas to see a special interactive Halloween screening of the classic Rocky Horror Picture Show. Just like previous years you are invited to throw Read more
Ipswich Musical Theatre Company Juniors and Ipswich Civic Centre presents Aladdin Jr! Come on down, stop on by, hop a carpet and fly as IMTC Juniors take you to ‘a whole new world’ with their production of Aladdin Jr. Disney’s Aladdin Jr. is based on the 1992 Academy Award®-winning film Read more
Ipswich City Council Environment and Sustainability Committee Chairperson Deputy Mayor Russell Milligan said the festival is a major highlight of council and community events scheduled throughout October to celebrate Sustainable Ipswich season. “Sustainable Ipswich season is the perfect opportunity to be inspired by the latest knowledge and ideas for living sustainably Read more
The inaugural Mardi Gras-Burg Festival is going to be an all-inclusive event as they strive to create a community that celebrates diversity and champions equality for all! Their motto is “We are more fabulous together” and with this in mind, they want everyone to feel that they are part of Read more
The Goodna Jacaranda Festival, a much-loved community festival held amidst the majestic Jacaranda trees in Evan Margison Park Goodna , is back on Friday 27, Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 October 2023, with three action-packed days and nights of family fun, food and celebrations. Created in the late 1960s by Read more
Romance is in the air for many native animal species – so it’s important for humans to be mindful of increased animal activity in Spring. Environment and Sustainability Committee Chairperson Deputy Mayor Russell Milligan said it was a time of year where everything from birds to snakes were active as Read more
Halloween is on its way and there’s plenty of ghoulish fun to be had around the Swich. From creepy artworks to scary celebrations, harrowing haunted houses and mesmerising mayhem – there’s something for everyone this month in our BOO-tiful city! A spooky celebration of art inspired by local encounters with Read more
It’s almost that time of the year again when the holly jolly festivities kick off around Ipswich. The Ipswich Little Theatre has two fabulous Christmas shows to delight audiences of all ages, with Santa’s Aussie Bush Christmas Surprise for the littlest theatre-goers, and My Fair Empire for the grownups. Santa’s Read more
Ipswich will welcome more than 160 male footballers with an intellectual disability who will represent their state or territory in the annual 2023 Toyota AFL National Inclusion Carnival. Acting Ipswich Mayor Russell Milligan said Ipswich was proud to host the 2023 Toyota AFL National Inclusion Carnival, featuring 44 matches over four Read more
From hilarious Celtic tales to raw blues/rock performances, Aussie singers and songwriters and a new take on the classic story of Aladdin, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Murphy’s Pigs 2023 A big band, a big sound and nearly an acre of suit fabric. This is the award-winning, Celtic-Rock Big Read more
Ipswich’s senior citizens are being celebrated across a busy October of activities and events for Queensland Seniors Month 2023. Through to 31 October, Ipswich City Council has collated a calendar of activities for local seniors to enjoy across the whole city. Community, Culture, Arts and Sports Committee Chairperson Councillor Andrew Read more
Sydney Drag Queen presents, Les Divas: An all-male revue. Australia’s six-foot something songstress Prada Clutch plays the Goddess of Pop; Cher in her new show set on the Las Vegas Strip featuring an allstar line-up of her most famous friends. The ninety-minute all-male revue includes some of the world’s greatest Read more
Sustainable Ipswich Month is back this October to shine a light on the everyday actions that residents and businesses can take to contribute to a liveable and sustainable city. Ipswich City Council Environment and Sustainability Committee Chairperson Deputy Mayor Russell Milligan said council and community events are scheduled throughout October Read more
It’s Stitch in the Swich – proudly presented by the Ipswich Civic Centre. One time only! Ellen Briggs will be surprise MC for this month of Stitch in the ‘Swich Comedy! This month features Julia Wilson, Liam Daley and local comedian Selina McMahon! Julia Wilson has been a truck driver, Read more
Step outside the everyday and immerse yourself in a hedonistic night of music, circus, drag, burlesque, theatre and comedy as cult cabaret, Bite Club, heads to the city for one night only. Proudly presented by the Ipswich Civic Centre and Cluster Arts, Bite Club features Brisbane’s award-winning mischief-makers, circus stars, Read more
Spring into the warmer weather and celebrate the school holidays with our go to guide. Looking for fun stuff to do with the family? Check it out! Skater Art Decked out is the Annual Skateboard Art exhibition and Competition.50 Entries will compete for Gift Certificates and Prize packs from Arttime Read more
Spring school holidays are fast approaching, with the countdown now on to find family-friendly activities that can keep everyone entertained without breaking the budget. Ipswich Central Redevelopment Committee Chairperson and Division 3 Councillor Marnie Doyle said Ipswich families should look no further than Nicholas Street Precinct. “For one week starting Read more