Welcome to the family guide for Ipswich this weekend, April 4th and 5th, 2026! We have some great craft sessions at local libraries on Sunday, plus the popular SEND Easter Fun at The Angel Centre on Saturday morning. Don't miss the Easter Lunch at Jimmy's Farm if you're looking for a special Sunday outing.
See our top picks
The Angel Centre SEND Easter Family Fun
The Angel Centre
Free, inclusive Easter fun for families on Saturday morning.
Lego Club at Ipswich County Library
Ipswich County Library
Keep the kids busy building bricks on Sunday afternoon.
Little Stars Dance Saturdays – Castle Hill
SADPA at Castle Hill URC Church
Get the toddlers dancing early Saturday morning.
· April 4
3THE ANGEL CENTRE SEND EASTER FAMILY FUNFREE : Kick off your weekend with some fun specifically tailored for families with SEND needs. This event is completely free to attend.It's a specific, themed Easter event happening Saturday morning and is free for families.
EASTER EGG HUNT : A specific Easter Egg Hunt happening on Saturday afternoon. While the source implies West Suffolk, we include it as it's a rare one-off Easter activity listed precisely for this date.It is an Easter-specific one-off event scheduled exactly for Saturday.
: This event runs throughout the school break, so it's active on Saturday. It's likely an indoor activity perfect if the weather turns!It's an event specifically running during the school break period that covers Saturday.
· April 5
6CRAFTY SUNDAYSFREE : A great way to ease into Sunday with some creative activity at Broomhill Library.It is a library craft session confirmed for Sunday morning.
FUNKY JUNK CRAFTSFREE : Another opportunity for hands-on creativity at Chantry Library on Sunday morning.A confirmed Sunday craft session at a local library.
LEGO CLUB AT IPSWICH COUNTY LIBRARYFREE : If your kids love LEGO, this afternoon session at the County Library is perfect for a relaxing Sunday activity.A dedicated Lego club listed for Sunday afternoon.
ROSEHILL SUNDAY CRAFTSFREE : Catch the late morning craft session at Rosehill Library on Sunday.Another confirmed library craft event happening on Sunday.
: Treat the family to a special Easter lunch at Jimmy's Farm on Easter Sunday. This is a great way to celebrate the holiday!A dedicated, one-off Easter Sunday lunch event.
EASTER SUNDAY BUFFET LUNCH TRIP : Enjoy a buffet lunch while out on the water aboard the Orwell Lady. A memorable Sunday outing if the weather holds up.A specific Easter Sunday trip happening on the water.
Also On· anytime this weekend
6: A Saturday morning dance session for the little ones. Get those wiggles out early in the day!A great Saturday morning activity that appears to be recurring but is listed specifically for April 4th.
FREE : Join the community for a free, timed 5k run or walk. A perfect way to get the whole family active before hitting the Saturday morning errands.It is a weekly timed outdoor activity happening early Saturday morning.
FREE : The main Ipswich parkrun event at Christchurch Park. Great for older kids and parents looking for an energetic start to the weekend.The central Saturday morning run event.
: A dedicated club for creative types to spend their Saturday morning making art. Check timings as it might run all morning.A dedicated Saturday creative session.
FREE : An afternoon craft session listed for kids at Gainsborough Library on Saturday. A good indoor option for the afternoon.A confirmed craft session on Saturday afternoon.
FREE : Catch the early Sunday bell ringing practice at the Minster. A unique, cultural start to the day.A very early Sunday event happening weekly, perfect for early risers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Ipswich this weekend?
The best guaranteed free event is The Angel Centre SEND Easter Family Fun on Saturday morning (April 4th). Additionally, many library craft sessions (like Crafty Sundays at Broomhill Library) often have low or no entry fees, though this is not confirmed.
Are there any special Easter activities for children this weekend?
Yes, check out The Angel Centre SEND Easter Family Fun on Saturday, and look into the Easter Sunday Lunch at Jimmy's Farm or the Easter Sunday Buffet Trip on the Orwell Lady.
What can we do on Sunday morning if the weather is bad?
Sunday, April 5th offers several indoor library craft sessions, including Crafty Sundays at Broomhill Library (10:00 AM), Funky Junk Crafts at Chantry Library (10:00 AM), and Rosehill Sunday Crafts (11:30 AM).
