Events in & around Framlingham
Framlingham is a vibrant town with a thriving arts and culture scene. From markets, exhibitions and concerts to a calendar of seasonal and annual community events and a programme of themed events at the castle, there’s always something to look forward to on the Framlingham horizon.
Check out the overview of Framlingham’s regular markets and annual festival and events such as the Framlingham Gala – a tradition for generations. Take a look at what’s on at Framlingham Castle, where every school holiday has a creative trail or fun event. Or catch up with upcoming groups and children’s sessions held at Framlingham Library.
Film@Fram – August 2026 – Rental Family (2025)
Set in modern-day Tokyo, Rental Family follows an American actor (Brendan Fraser) who struggles to find purpose until he lands an unusual gig: working for a Japanese “rental family” agency, playing stand-in roles for strangers. As he immerses himself in his clients’ worlds, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Confronting the moral complexities of his work, he rediscovers purpose, belonging, and the quiet beauty of human connection.
WHY BOOK THIS FILM? We all need a feel-good film
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“Rental Family is an uplifting, emotional look at a man adrift, reconnecting with the outside world through an unlikely source. It’s a soothing watch, with plenty to admire from its lead performances, visuals and score and looks set to be a crowd pleaser. . . Ultimately life-affirming, it strikes a nice balance between melancholy and comedy without becoming overly saccharine.” The Upcoming
“The execution doesn’t always keep up with the premise, but Fraser is an affable guiding light in this crowd pleaser about the complexities of connection.” Empire
“Utterly charming.” New York Times
