🆓 Free Events in Bury St Edmunds

22 free events happening in Bury St Edmunds — no entry fee required. Concerts, exhibitions, workshops, markets and more.

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Build Your Future - Careers Event at University and Professional Development Centre

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Thu 6 Aug

Build Your Future - Careers Event

📍 University and Professional Development Centre

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Thu 6 Aug — Thu 3 Sept

Wellbeing on Wheels

📍 Ickworth Estate

Teddy Bear's Picnic at St Edmundsbury Cathedral

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Wed 12 Aug

Teddy Bear's Picnic

📍 St Edmundsbury Cathedral

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Wed 12 Aug

Traditional Hay Baling

Eclipse Effect Edventure at West Stow Country Park

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Wed 12 Aug

Eclipse Effect Edventure

📍 West Stow Country Park

University Centre & Adult Learning Open Day – Bury St Edmunds – Sat 15 Aug at University and Professional Development Centre, 73 Western Way, Bury St. Edmunds

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Sat 15 Aug

University Centre & Adult Learning Open Day – Bury St Edmunds – Sat 15 Aug

📍 University and Professional Development Centre, 73 Western Way, Bury St. Edmunds

River Discovery Day - Paddleboard Adventures at The Jetty, Thetford

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Wed 19 Aug

River Discovery Day - Paddleboard Adventures

📍 The Jetty, Thetford

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Wed 19 Aug

Circus Pazaz

📍 Ickworth Estate

Thetford Business and Community Network at Thetford Library

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Thu 20 Aug

Thetford Business and Community Network

📍 Thetford Library

Trust10 Trail Run at Ickworth Estate at Ickworth Estate

FREE

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Sun 23 Aug — Sun 22 Nov

Trust10 Trail Run at Ickworth Estate

📍 Ickworth Estate

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Sun 23 Aug

DOT productions - The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz

📍 Ickworth Estate

Berries and Bakes Workshop at Jubilee Farm

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Wed 2 Sept

Berries and Bakes Workshop

📍 Jubilee Farm

Outdoor Theatre - The Pantaloons present Twelfth Night at Ickworth Estate

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Thu 3 Sept

Outdoor Theatre - The Pantaloons present Twelfth Night

📍 Ickworth Estate

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Fri 4 Sept — Sat 5 Sept

Bat Walk

📍 Ickworth Estate

Floristry Award Level 1 - Bury St Edmunds at University Studies at West Suffolk College

FREE

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Mon 7 Sept — Mon 11 Jan

Floristry Award Level 1 - Bury St Edmunds

📍 University Studies at West Suffolk College

Brandon Heritage Trail: Historic Town and River - Afternoon Walk at Brandon Market

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Sat 12 Sept

Brandon Heritage Trail: Historic Town and River - Afternoon Walk

📍 Brandon Market

Brandon's Town Street: Workhouse to Works, Camps to Housing at Brandon Leisure Centre

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Mon 14 Sept

Brandon's Town Street: Workhouse to Works, Camps to Housing

📍 Brandon Leisure Centre

AAT Bookkeeping Certificate Level 2 (Thetford) at West Suffolk College

FREE

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Tue 15 Sept

AAT Bookkeeping Certificate Level 2 (Thetford)

📍 West Suffolk College

Brandon's River History: Working Lives and Recreation at The Bridge Hotel Brandon

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Sun 20 Sept

Brandon's River History: Working Lives and Recreation

📍 The Bridge Hotel Brandon

Suffolk Design Festival 2026 at The Apex

FREE

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Thu 24 Sept

Suffolk Design Festival 2026

📍 The Apex

MURDER IN THE CATHEDRAL 24-26 September 2026 at St Edmund's Church

FREE

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Thu 24 Sept

MURDER IN THE CATHEDRAL 24-26 September 2026

📍 St Edmund's Church

St Nicholas Hospice Care 10K Run at Angel Hill

FREE

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Sun 27 Sept

St Nicholas Hospice Care 10K Run

📍 Angel Hill

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many free events are happening in Bury St Edmunds?

There are currently 22 free events listed in Bury St Edmunds. New free events are added daily — check back often for the latest listings.

What types of free events can I find in Bury St Edmunds?

Free events in Bury St Edmunds include art exhibitions, community workshops, outdoor activities, markets, live music sessions, talks, guided walks and family-friendly activities.

Do I need to book free events in Bury St Edmunds?

Some free events require advance booking while others are drop-in. Check individual event listings for booking details — we include direct links to register where available.

Free Things to Do in Bury St Edmunds

Bury St Edmunds offers a wealth of free events and activities throughout the year. From free gallery exhibitions and museum open days to outdoor concerts, community workshops, and seasonal markets — there's always something to enjoy without spending a penny. EventsList.co.uk updates free event listings daily with Full event descriptions, venue details, and direct booking links so you never miss out on the best free things to do in Bury St Edmunds.