The summer holidays in Suffolk offer a treasure trove of free creative activities for families, perfect for keeping the kids entertained without breaking the bank. Here are our top picks for fun, enriching things to do this July and August —
🐰 Hop To It! Suffolk Art Trail
Go on a creative adventure with the Hop To It! Suffolk Art Trail, featuring over 85 giant hare sculptures decorated by local artists and school groups. This free outdoor art trail stretches across Ipswich, Woodbridge, Felixstowe, Beccles, and Lowestoft, offering a brilliant way to discover artworks on your doorstep.
⚓ Anchors Away – Suffolk Archives
Celebrate Suffolk’s rich maritime history with Anchors Away, the travelling family activity series from Suffolk Archives. Expect free craft sessions themed around pirates, mermaids, and sea legends in towns across Suffolk, including Newmarket, Stowmarket, and Haverhill.
These events are part of the Anchors Away - Suffolk and the Sea exhibition at The Hold in Ipswich.
Anchors Away | Suffolk Archives
🎨 Creative Fun at East Point Pavilion, Lowestoft
Lowestoft’s vibrant East Point Pavilion is hosting free creative activities this summer, from biscuit decorating inspired by classic storybooks to crafting with seaside materials. Perfect for a beach day with a cultural twist!
Creative Fun | East Point Pavillion
🎵 Music Making - Britten Pears Arts
Introduce children to music through playful, age-appropriate sessions at Snape Maltings. These free family music workshops include singalongs for toddlers and hands-on sound making for older kids. Booking may be required.
Mini Music Makers | Britten Pears Arts
💃 Let’s Dance! Holiday Club – DanceEast, Ipswich
Join the excitement at DanceEast’s Let’s Dance! Holiday Club, offering free creative dance sessions for children. Taking place at the Jerwood Dance House, this is a fun way for young people to stay active and express themselves through imaginative movement.
Let's Dance! Holiday Club | DanceEast
More Free Cultural Activities in Suffolk This Summer
Beyond these highlights, Suffolk is bursting with summer events for families, including:
Outdoor theatre performances in local parks
Library-led arts and crafts mornings
Museum discovery days and storytelling sessions
Inclusive festivals and pop-ups
Whether you're a resident or visiting on holiday, there's no shortage of free cultural things to do with kids in Suffolk. Make the most of the school holidays in 2025 with a mix of creativity, history, and fun – all without spending a fortune.