It can be the most magical time of the year, with decorations up, twinkling lights, lavish feasts and people feeling merry. Get involved with these fun ways to celebrate Christmas in Ipswich.
St Nicholas Precinct
Ipswich City Council once again brings you the St Nicholas Precinct.
Expect amazing photo worthy moments again with this beautiful display in the redeveloped Ipswich mall.
St Nicholas Precinct will run from December 13 to 22 from 6.30pm-9.30pm (except on Monday 16 December when a low sensory evening will be held from 6pm-9pm) and is free to enter. Plus you don’t need to book a ticket!
Gather your family and friends to experience the lights, live entertainment and festive food.
Christmas themed escape room
Seraphim Escape Rooms have a great holiday activity, a Christmas themed escape that the young and old can enjoy.
Perfect for small groups or families wanting something different to do in the lead up to or after Christmas!
Christmas events
There’s a number of Christmas events coming up including carols, shows, carnivals and more.
Get your shopping done at a market or boutique
Every year in the lead up to Christmas there’s a few special markets offering a great way to buy gifts!
There’s also a selection of beautiful boutique shops around the Ipswich CBD and some even in the country areas stocking beautiful artisan products.
Find out more about Christmas markets here and about Ipswich’s boutique shops here.
See the best Christmas lights
Every year houses and businesses in Ipswich enter the annual Christmas lights competition and every year there’s some amazing entries. Voting for people’s choice begins on December 1 and winners will be announced after voting ends on December 9.
Enjoy a delicious Christmas lunch
Some of Ipswich’s best restaurants are opening up for special Christmas Day lunches.
You can book the family in for a hassle free lunch – without any dishes to do!
Festive flavoured ice ceam
UB’s Milk Bar will transform their restaurant with Christmas decorations and will once again be offering festive flavours.
Get a candy cane or Christmas pudding flavoured ice cream during December and while you’re there try out the new burger menu!
