Your November social calendar is officially sorted, with Ipswich turning up the excitement with a jam-packed lineup of events, experiences and festive fun this November! From getting into the Christmas spirit to catching incredible live music, browsing bustling markets, indulging in foodie favourites, farm adventures and soaking up inspiring art exhibitions, there’s something to suit every mood.Discover the magic of Christmas in IpswichGet ready to Jingle all the way to Ipswich because the city’s Christmas festivities are kicking off early! Running from late November right up to New Years Eve, this year’s Christmas in Ipswich program will be bigger and better than before! Highlights include the City Christmas Lights Competition, lighting of the City Tree, festive markets, community carols, plus much more! Visit the Ipswich Festival’s website to see the full program.To celebrate Santa’s arrival after his long journey from the North Pole, the team at Orion Springfield Central is rolling out the red carpet with a special welcome parade on November 7. Families can wave hello to the jolly man in red as he makes his way up Town Walk alongside some of his other delightful Christmas character friends. Be sure to be there early, as the parade kicks off at 9am.

Celebrate Christmas in Ipswich and get your gifts sorted with these great markets and events in the lead up to Christmas. Summer Land Camels Christmas MarketsExperience the best of a boutique country market and get a start on your Christmas shopping at the Summer Land Camels Christmas Markets on November 7.

Ghosts, ghouls, witches and warlocks are set to descend on Ipswich this Halloween, with a packed calendar of family-friendly events, haunted experiences, live entertainment and spooky celebrations taking place across the region throughout October.The Halloween festivities culminate on Saturday 31 October when the Ipswich Showgrounds transform into the Halloween Carnival of Screams Twilight Carnival (4pm-9pm). The event promises a night of thrills with a haunted house, spooky disco, trick-or-treating, carnival rides, food trucks, market stalls and a best-dressed competition. Little monsters can enjoy plenty of family fun while brave visitors test their nerves in the blood-curdling attractions.Families can also head to Tulmur Place in the Nicholas Street Precinct for the free Halloween Spooktacular Disco, where witches and warlocks will be treated to themed markets, craft workshops, trick-or-treating, dazzling light displays and a Halloween disco from 5pm to 9pm.

The September school holidays are the perfect time to get outside, try something new and make unforgettable family memories.From roaring animatronic wildlife and live Dora the Explorer shows to creative workshops, active adventures and hands-on animal encounters, Ipswich is packed with activities to keep children of all ages entertained.Here are some of the top activities to add to your family's holiday checklist from 19 September to 5 October.

If you're dealing with a picky eater in the family and seeking a place that caters to both your palate and your kids', then explore these family-friendly dining spots in Ipswich. Featuring a play area for the kids or a special menu just for them, here are our current top picks for dining out with your little ones in Ipswich.Brothers Leagues ClubIf the secret to a successful family meal is keeping the kids entertained, Brothers Leagues Club has cracked the code.Home to The Space Place, a colourful cosmic-themed kids' room for little adventurers aged 10 and under, it's easy to turn lunch or dinner into a family outing.

Feel like spending a long weekend indulging in delicious flavours, soaking up some heritage or just breathing fresh country air?  We've got you!Check out the Nicholas Street PrecinctThe award winning Nicholas Street Precinct features a movie cinema, restaurants and bars, activities for the kids and much more! The entertainment precinct has a MiniBounce for children 0-6 years old, a space for the bigger kids to enjoy with bowling and arcade games as well as great food and drinks at General Public and a Hoyts movie cinema.There's also a beautifully restored pub - Hotel Commonwealth that serves up tasty bites and drinks seven days a week. 

Set on the stunning hills of the Tallegalla area, is the secluded and peaceful Tallavalley Farm B&B. Guests enjoy the entire charming four-bedroom house to themselves. Visitors have exclusive use of a full open kitchen, living room, laundry and deck. If you’re an animal person, you’re in luck! You’ll find cows, goats and chickens on the almost 50 acres of the working property.Tallavalley Farm is in a convenient location with the country towns of Marburg and Rosewood just a few minutes drive away. Brisbane city is only around 45 minutes away and the City of Ipswich is about a 20 minute drive.

Whether you're looking for a spot to lay out your own spread, or want someone to do all the work for you, you'll find your way to picnic heaven with this list. Soul NookGrab your closest friends and book a luxury bell tent picnic at the Old Church grounds in Marburg.  Soul Nook take care of everything, the styling, the food, the bubbles and even the music with solo artists able to be booked to serenade you for the afternoon.  Just about any type of occasion is catered for, including hens parties and intimate date night settings.

Country Ipswich offers many fabulous farms and rural experiences for families to explore - some where you can even stay the night, like TallaValley Farm.Tallavalley Farm B&B is one such place – a working 50-acre farm that allows visitors to bring their dog and even their horse.David and Jo Baker have been delighted by the response to their farmstay since launching it in early 2019 and have already hosted visitors from around Australia.

Say “I do” this valentine’s day in some of the most romantic wedding locations in Ipswich. Whether you are looking for a traditional chapel ceremony or tranquil garden wedding, the city of Ipswich has so much to offer the romantic at heart.Queens Park Bush ChapelEntering through a gorgeous poinciana lined one-way street, Queens Park Bush Chapel provides a beautiful leafy location to say “I do”. The open-air chapel accommodates up to 120 guests and is a beautiful and peaceful setting, located right in the heart of Ipswich CBD.The poinciana lined street is a magnificent location for photos when in bloom late from November to February, providing a brilliant pop of red to your wedding portraits. Once finished at the bush chapel, head to The Glasshouse for endless photo opportunities.