What’s on this Summer

Summers in Suffolk are always a lively time of year. You will find it difficult to be bored when there is plenty to do across our county and beyond. We have compiled a short list of just a few of the local events being held this Summer. Take a look, there is truly something for everyone!

Magic Weekend

A weekend of mystic and whimsy just 30 minutes away. Explore the magic of Suffolk at this fun-filled event at the historic grounds of Kentwell Hall.

Date: Saturday 25th July – Sunday 26th July 2026

Location: Kentwell Hall, Long Melford, Suffolk, CO109BA

For more information: https://www.kentwell.co.uk/magic-weekend

Festival of Classic and Sports Cars

Held on the old estate, home to a gorgeous stately house of long history. Another great day to spend out in the Summer sunshine.

Date: Sunday 2nd August 2026

Location: Helmingham Estate, Helmingham, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 6EF

For more information: https://www.helmingham.com/events/the-festival-of-classic-sports-cars/

East Anglia Beer & Cider Festival

It’s beer festival season, and Summer is the perfect time for it! See all that Suffolk has to offer, from lagers, real ales, stouts and ciders; the list goes on. It’ll all be at this event!

Date: Wednesday 26th August – Monday 31st August 2026

Location: Abbey House, Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 1LS

For more information: https://burystedmundsbeerfestival.com/

Beer Festival at The Red Rose

Enjoy a bank holiday weekend filled with fun, music and plenty of real ales, cider and lager! An annual event held just down the road from The Crown, that you definitely won’t want to miss...

Date: Friday 28th August – Sunday 30th August 2026

Location: The Tye, Lindsey, Ipswich, Suffolk IP7 6PP

For more information: https://www.thelindseyrose.co.uk/whats-on

Bury St Edmunds Food and Drink Festival

Bury St Edmunds is known for its food and drink, and this event is where they are given the chance to shine! Experience a whole variety of flavours, sourced from East Anglia. It can’t be any more local!

Date: Sunday 30th August – Monday 31st August 2026

Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 1DY

For more information: https://www.ourburystedmunds.com/events/food-drink-festival/