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In the lead up to the event please find map leaflets in and around town shops & galleries.

During the weekend 12th & 13th September
pick up your maps from the Buttermarket.

Events 2026

10 venues across the town featuring exhibitions,
drop-in mini workshops and artists demonstrating their art.

12th and 13th September 2026
10am – 4pm.

" Last year was wonderful. It was fabulous to see artists at work and be able to talk to them on the Ipswich Town Art Trail, and the venues and artists were all very welcoming."

Are you a Ipswich-based artist,
maker or gallery owner?

and connect to the community -
it only takes a minute!

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Just 3 weeks to go!!

We are excited to invite you to explore the artworks of Ipswich artists, who will be showcasing their creations, demonstrating their skills, and hosting drop-in workshops suitable for all ages. This year's HUB is in the BUTTERMARKET, in the town centre. There you will find the FREE art trail map leaflet, artworks, artists demonstrating and child-friendly activities. You can begin at any location, but from the hub in the Buttermarket, you can visit 10 venues over 2 days. There

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News!

News about venues taking part, artist and maker call out, diversity, volunteers needed, funding, City of Culture bid 2029 and more...

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Want to join our IVAC directory?

You can now include your name in our public directory of artists, makers, galleries, and venues in Ipswich. Adding your name is easy; simply complete the following form—it only takes a minute. Please be aware that your information will be public. To ensure your safety, we only request your name, speciality, and either a website or social media address. Add yours now at the following link https://forms.gle/88wcaARULfXWoTKd7 YOU CAN NOW VIEW THE DIRECTORY HERE We look forward

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Jan 241 min read

And so it continues in 2026!

If you are an artist living and working in Ipswich we would love you to to hear from you. We are open to new ideas to help connect our artists, and to showcase their talent with the wider community. The Art Trail covers some of this but there are other ways to be connected and celebrate our creativity. If this appeals to you, please come along to the meeting and have your say on what matters to you as an artist in Ipswich.

Event News

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Wow! What a Success!

Wow, what a weekend we've had! Over 800 visitors to the Unitarian Meeting House and Marquee! The whole place was buzzing. As was the...

Event News

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Oct 1, 20252 min read

Are You an Artist in Ipswich?

There are so many positive aspects of being part of an art community. We know there is a need for it too, because we often work alone. While we may enjoy working independently, we are also social beings. Coming together around our shared interests can be uplifting and inspiring. The opportunities we create together can help us share our talents with the wider community, and we can learn so much from each other too.

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Ipswich Town Art Trail 2025

Our major event for 2025 is the Ipswich Town Art Trail, and we are getting quite excited about it! There will be ten venues across the...

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In the lead up to the event please find map leaflets in and around town shops & galleries. During the weekend 12th & 13th September pick up your maps from the Buttermarket.

Events 2026

12th and 13th September 2026 10am – 4pm.

" Last year was wonderful. It was fabulous to see artists at work and be able to talk to them on the Ipswich Town Art Trail, and the venues and artists were all very welcoming."

Are you a Ipswich-based artist, maker or gallery owner? and connect to the community - it only takes a minute!

Just 3 weeks to go!!

News!

Want to join our IVAC directory?

And so it continues in 2026!

Wow! What a Success!

Are You an Artist in Ipswich?

Ipswich Town Art Trail 2025

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In the lead up to the event please find map leaflets in and around town shops & galleries.

During the weekend 12th & 13th September
pick up your maps from the Buttermarket.

12th and 13th September 2026
10am – 4pm.

Are you a Ipswich-based artist,
maker or gallery owner?

and connect to the community -
it only takes a minute!