Love live music but not sure where to go in Ipswich? There’s more places than you might think in the heritage City of Ipswich! Some of the venues are within beautiful heritage buildings in the city, so read on to find out...Studio 188Starting at the Top of Town precinct, you will find Studio 188 which was formerly an art deco-style Baptist church. Located at 188 Limestone St Ipswich, Saturday nights are the best for live music here.The venue is also a great intimate space for workshops, school performances and various forms of performing arts. Come along for Friday night trivia in this lovely acoustic venue! Studio 188 is available for hire throughout the week and is fully equipped with the latest visual, lighting and sound technology. 

Are you looking for a place to take the kids where they can burn off some energy and then indulge in morning tea?  Or an ideal spot to meet up with friends for a play date followed by lunch? Then check out these top spots in the Ipswich region.Ripley Splash and PlayGrab the kids’ swimmers and a towel for this one – Splash 'n' Play at Ripley has shallow streams and small fountains for the little kids to play in and water shooters and aqua arches for the older children.There’s also a playground with seesaws and swings, a giant twisty slide, climbing ropes and a flying fox.