7 major events and things to do in Suffolk in March 2025

1. Chris McCausland: Yonks! 

The comedian added an extra date to return to Ipswich (Image: Supplied) When: Tuesday, March 18

Where: Ipswich Regent Theatre, St Helen’s Street, Ipswich, IP4 1HE

Cost: £26.50

The Strictly Come Dancing champion is hitting the road again with another stand-up comedy show.

It follows on from his previous tour which was a sell-out.

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2. Aspal Antiques Fair 

The fair will feature a range of vintage collectibles (Image: Stonham Barns Park) When: Saturday, March 15

Where: Stonham Barns Park, Pettaugh Lane, Stonham Aspal, Stowmarket, IP14 6AT

Cost: Free admission

Due to previous success, the Aspal Antiques Fair is returning with a range of vintage and retro collectibles.

Stalls will include hidden gems to find such as furniture, garden items and unique plants.

3. Dr John Cooper Clarke

His poetry inspired an Arctic Monkeys song (Image: Andy Hollingworth) When: Thursday, March 13

Where: The Apex, arc Shopping Centre, Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3FD

Cost: £27

Known as the “Godfather of Punk Poetry”, Dr John Cooper Clark rose to fame with his unique delivery style and even inspired an Arctic Monkeys song.

He will supported by Freya Beer and Luke Wright in the show.

4. Mo Gilligan

Mo Gilligan is extending his tour due to demand (Image: PA) When: Saturday, March 22

Where: Ipswich Regent Theatre, St Helen’s Street, Ipswich, IP4 1HE

Cost: Starting from £28.05

After extending his tour due to high demand, Mo Gilligan is travelling the world with his In the Moment show.

Only the last few seats remain to see the BAFTA-winning comedian in Ipswich.

5. A Tryal of Witches

The play is set during the witch trials (Image: Supplied) When: Friday, March 7 until Saturday, March 22

Where: Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds, Westgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1QR

Cost: £12

Set in the summer of 1645, the play follows the story of one of Britain’s most shocking witch trials in Bury St Edmunds.

As moral panic sets in, the villagers need to find someone to blame for the failure of the crops as the civil war nears its end.

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6. Su Pollard: Still Fully Charged

She is celebrating 50 years in show business (Image: Supplied)

When: Wednesday, March 5

Where: Marina Theatre, Marina, Lowestoft, NR32 1HH

Cost: £26.50

The star of Hi-de-Hi is returning to the stage to celebrate her 50 years in show business.

Her one-woman show will feature songs from the shows, backstage secrets from her diaries and the appearance of one or two familiar characters.

7. Wine tasting night

The pub is hosting a wine-tasting night (Image: Newsquest) When: Thursday, February 6

Where: White Horse Inn, Mill Green, Edwardstone, Sudbury, C010 5PX

Cost: £30

In collaboration with supplier Street Wines Ltd, Suffolk’s “best pub” is hosting a wine tasting night.

A mixture of red and white wines will be included with nibbles served alongside.