Everything you need to know about Love Felixstowe Festival

More than 30,000 visitors are expected to descend on the town for the first Love Felixstowe Festival, between September 2 and 7.

The popular Art on the Prom will return, as well as the start and finish of Stage 5 of the Tour of Britain.

An outdoor cinema, chef demos and live bands are among the activities taking place, as well as a children's treasure hunt, steel band and petanque taster sessions at the recently opened beachside activity park.

The Love Felixstowe Festival will be held from September 2-7. (Image: Kate Cain)

The weekend will culminate in a fly-by along the coast with Mark Jefferies' aerobatic display.

Felixstowe BID manager, Kate Cain, said: "We cannot wait to welcome visitors to the town for the Love Felixstowe Festival.

"From our wonderful shops and businesses to the new Ferris wheel, there is so much to love about the town and the event really does promise something for everyone.

Kate Cain, Sarah Shinnie, Liz Baalham (Image: Kate Cain)

"We hope to retain the legacy of Love Felixstowe and look forward to holding a festival every year."

On September 2, street entertainers, live music and local chefs will showcase their skills on Hamilton Road.

On the seafront, there will be a cinema showing Moana and Mamma Mia, while Beach Street will host live music.

The week will end on September 7, in a first for Felixstowe when they welcome the start and finish of Stage 5 of the Tour of Britain.

Cllr Seamus Bennett, Mayor of Felixstowe, Chris Bally, Chief Executive, East Suffolk Council, Caroline Topping, Leader, East Suffolk Council (Image: Kate Cain)

Cyclists will leave from Sea Road at 10.30am and is due to finish in the same location at 3.30pm.

Cycling-themed cocktails and bike-based competitions are planned, while homeowners on the route are encouraged to decorate their bikes and houses to welcome the race.

For more details on the week, click here.