Tot Rock at Great Cornard
A musical play session for toddlers held at Great Cornard Library.
Events in Bury st Edmunds From 27th April – 3rd May 2026
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You can find a thoughtful mix of events across Bury St Edmunds this week, offering quiet moments and lively gatherings in spaces like village halls and historic buildings. Try the self-care session at Badwell Ash Village Hall on Tuesday afternoon, or attend the talk at Bury St Edmunds Library exploring key events from 1173, including the Siege of Haughley Castle and the Battle of Fornham. Evening entertainment includes stand-up comedy with Angelos Epithemiou and Arthur Smith performing at Risby Village Hall, while brass music by The Raedwald Ensemble plays at Stowlangtoft Church. Live blues rock hits are set to fill The Quay Theatre on Thursday night, and acoustic sets feature in places like the Abbey Gateway Café. These events reflect a balanced calendar shaped by local interests, ranging from cultural reflection through civic institutions such as the abbey’s heritage office and library archives, to light-hearted laughter. Check the listings below for times and locations.
Monday 27th April
Digital Skills With Realise Futures: Tablet Course at Beccles
A digital skills tablet course is held at Beccles Library, led by Realise Futures.
Barclays Drop-in Advice Session at Sudbury
A drop-in session at Sudbury Library offers financial advice and support from Barclays.
Monday Mega Bloks at Framlingham
Children build with Mega Bloks at Framlingham Library during a weekly session.
Stay & Play at Aldeburgh
A family-friendly activity session hosted at Aldeburgh Library for children and families.
Stay & Play at Gainsborough
A relaxed play session for young children and their parents at Gainsborough Library.
Highfield Community Stories, Songs And Signs
A community event featuring storytelling, songs, and sign language sessions at Bury St Edmunds Library.
Barclays Bank Drop-in at Beccles
Barclays Bank hosts a drop-in session at Beccles Library for financial advice and services.
Chat & Chill: Ladies Conversational Group
A weekly conversational group for women hosted at Bury St Edmunds Library.
Meet up Mondays at Sudbury
Monthly social meet-up for library users at Bury St Edmunds Library.
Michaela Strachan - Not Just a Wild Life
Comedian Michaela Strachan performs her stand-up show 'Not Just a Wild Life' at Apex.
Tuesday 28th April
Cup of Calm - a Cosy Afternoon of Self Care
A cozy afternoon event focused on self care and relaxation at Badwell Ash Village Hall.
Wednesday 29th April
Mib Int Bury st. Edmunds Networking Event
A networking event for women hosted at Dragonfly Hotel, Bury St Edmunds.
Exploring The Plan For 24/7 Neighbourhood Mental Health Centres in Suffolk
A community discussion at Bury St Edmunds Library about the proposed 24/7 mental health centres in Suffolk.
Talk: 'a Hard And Grievous Battle; The Siege of Haughley Castle And The Battle…
A historical talk on the Siege of Haughley Castle and the Battle of Fornham in 1173 is held at Bury St Edmunds Library.
Thursday 30th April
Crime & Justice
A weekly discussion group explores contemporary crime and justice policies with a conversational approach.
T'pau
The band T'Pau performs at The Apex in Bury St Edmunds.
Friday 1st May
Wild Tots at Lackford Lakes (Ecc 2814)
Monthly nature playgroup for children aged 18 months to 5 years at Lackford Lakes Barns.
Big Comedy Clubnighy With Angelos Epithemiou, Arthur Smith
Comedians Angelos Epithemiou and Arthur Smith perform stand-up at Risby Village Hall.
Saturday 2nd May
Foogle
Indie rock band Foogle performs a set of classic and modern tracks at Greengage in Bury St Edmunds.
Eaf Exhibition 2026
The EAF holds its 2026 exhibition at The Apex in Bury St Edmunds, opening with a presentation by the EAF President.
Drinkstone Annual Sale Trail 2026
Residents of Drinkstone Village Hall host a community garage sale on 2nd May from 9.30am to 2.30pm.
Dj Yoda – 90s Mixtape Live – av Show
DJ Yoda performs a live 90s mixtape AV show at Bedford Esquires on Saturday, 2nd May.
Them Heavy Souls - The Ultimate British Blues Rock Experience
A British blues rock band performs iconic 1960s and 70s hits at The Quay Theatre.
An Evening of Brass Music With The Raedwald Ensemble
The Raedwald Ensemble performs an evening of brass music at Stowlangtoft Church.
Sunday 3rd May
**On Sale 5th April** Steve & Al’s Bank Holiday Weekend Quiz Night!
A lighthearted quiz night with drinks and laughter at The Three Blackbirds.