Festive fun has arrived at Suffolk Libraries! Join in with free and low-cost Christmas events for all ages taking place in libraries across the county. From festive craft fayres to fun science experiments, and even special appearances from Santa himself – see what’s happening.
To find more events and activities near you, take a look at our What’s On event listings or visit the Let’s Get Creative website for more budget-friendly festive events.
Where: Needham Market Library
When: Sunday 1 December from 10AM
Join us at Needham Market Library for our popular annual Christmas Fayre! Pop in from 10AM to 4PM and enjoy a variety of festive crafts and activities, suitable for families of all ages. You can even get your face painted!
Where: Woodbridge Library
When: Thursday 5 December at 7.30PM
Enjoy a fabulous evening of entertainment with James Hornsby's solo performance of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol at Woodbridge Library! Suitable for adults and teenagers.
James returns with a host of Charles Dickens' wonderful characters, including Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim, Jacob Marley, The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future, Mr and Mrs Fezziwig and of course, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge. All brought to life in the 'inimitable' style of Dickens' own legendary public readings.
Where: Thurston Library
When: Friday 6 December at 2.30PM
Get in the spirit of the season with this festive playreading of 'Auld Langs syne m'dear', a one-act play written by Audrey Pocock! Light refreshments will be offered during the interval, followed by a festive poetry reading session.
Where: Glemsford Library
When: Saturday 7 December at 7PM
The Friends of Glemsford Library invite you to join us for an evening of fun, laughter and prizes at our Christmas Reindeer Drive! A fun, fast and furious, festive version of the old family favourite Beetle Drive. Played in pairs and suitable for all the family, 8 years and above. No drawing skills required!
Where: Ipswich County Library
When: Sunday 8 December from 10.15AM
Take a break and recharge in-between present shopping and join us for a magical Christmas Movie Marathon, perfect for the whole family! Cosy up with loved ones and enjoy an enchanting line-up of holiday classics that are sure to warm your heart.
While the movies roll, indulge in delicious hot chocolate to keep you warm and toasty. Plus, between screenings, we’ll have festive craft activities that will inspire your Christmas creativity! Whether you want to make your own holiday decorations or create fun keepsakes, these activities are perfect for kids and adults alike.
Where: Southwold Library
When: Sunday 8 December from 11AM
Santa is coming to Southwold Library! Come along on Sunday 8 and Sunday 15 December to meet Santa Claus before he and his reindeer travel around the world giving out everyone's Christmas presents! Children can get a photo with Santa and be given a special gift and there will also be some festive robin-themed crafts activities for children to enjoy. Suitable for under 8s.
Where: Woodbridge Library
When: Tuesday 10 December from 4PM
Calling all children, big and small! Come along to our free Christmas show at Woodbridge Library where you will see puppets, a magic show and have an opportunity to meet and greet a polar bear! Join us from 4PM to 6PM.
Where: Gainsborough Community Library
When: Saturday 14 December from 11AM
It's that time of year again - join us at Gainsborough Community Library for our annual Christmas Fair for families of all ages!
This year we'll have a variety of table stalls to browse from for that perfect festive present, a range of crafts and games for little ones, and a raffle and tombola for the chance to win some prizes. You can also meet Father Christmas from 1PM to 4PM! (Free to meet, £1 per child for a present).
Where: Oulton Broad Library
When: Saturday 14 December from 2PM
Join us at Oulton Broad Library for an afternoon of fun festive activities based on the much-loved storybook The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg! This event includes 'Naughty or Nice' bells on arrival, a golden ticket for the chance to win a sleigh bell, biscuit decorating, takeaway 'bell' craft and more! Suitable for children aged 2-12.
We'll also be running a Christmas Raffle after the event - get yourself a strip of tickets for only £1 for the chance to win our grand prize! The draw will take place from 4PM to 4.30PM so make sure you stick around.
Where: Lowestoft Library
When: Friday 20 December from 10.30AM
Santa is coming to Lowestoft Library! Come along on Friday 20 December to meet Santa Claus before he and his reindeer travel around the world giving out everyone's Christmas presents! Suitable for pre-school children.
Where: Southwold Library
When: Saturday 21 December from 11AM
Kinetics Science Adventures are bringing their Lab in a Library back to Southwold! Join us at Stella Peskett Millennium Hall and find out about the science behind the festive favourite snow globes and learn how to make your own to take home with you! Plus other Christmas-themed science experiments.
