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A full day of soul, funk, disco and sunshine in the heart of Suffolk
Summer Soul Vibes returns to Venue16 for 2026, bringing together feel‑good music, great food, local community spirit and that unmistakable summer festival energy.
Set in the beautiful grounds of Venue16, this is Ipswich’s most vibrant, affordable and welcoming festival experience.
Whether you’re coming with friends, family or your partner, Summer Soul Vibes 2026 is designed to be the perfect day out for anyone who loves live music, great food and a relaxed, friendly festival atmosphere.
Artist Line-Up - Live Soul, Funk & Disco All Day Long
Get ready for a full day of live music from some of the region’s most exciting soul, funk and disco performers, along with national favourites.
The 2026 line-up includes:
Tickets From Just £35pp - Suffolk’s Best‑Value Festival
We believe great music and great memories shouldn’t come with a huge price tag. That’s why Summer Soul Vibes is one of the most affordable festivals in East Anglia.
General Admission tickets start at only £35, making it the perfect choice for:
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Couples looking for a summer day out
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Groups of friends
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Parents with older teens
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Anyone wanting a festival experience without the festival price
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Corporate group bookings available - contact the Venue16 team for tailored packages
Affordable. Local. High‑quality. That’s the Summer Soul Vibes promise.
Food, Drink & Festival Facilities
Enjoy a hand‑picked selection of food and drink options, including:
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Local favourites from the 16 Steakhouse & Venue16 team
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Outdoor bar
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VIP Bar
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Bad Boi Burritos - External Vendor
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Astro Donuts - External Vendor
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Top Dogs Gourmet Hot Dogs - External Vendor
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Big Pan Paella - External Vendor
Relax in the sunshine, grab a drink, enjoy the music and soak up the festival vibe.
Accepts Cash & Card
Paid Parking
Campervan Stay
Bars
Street Food
VIP Zone
Toilets
Easy to Get To - Even Easier to Enjoy
Venue16, home to the festival, is perfectly located for festivalgoers from across Suffolk and beyond:
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Ipswich - right on your doorstep
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Kesgrave - around 3 miles away
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Bramford - around 4 miles away
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Claydon - around 5 miles away
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Martlesham - around 6 miles away
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Woodbridge - around 8 miles away
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Stowmarket - around 12 miles away
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Colchester - around 18 miles away
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Bury St Edmunds - around 25 miles away
With £5 parking available, great transport links and plenty of space, it’s the ideal setting for a summer celebration.