Come and join us for our exciting Mini Makers children's craft or art activity at Northamptonshire Central Library! Children aged 11 and under and their carers are very welcome to join us for an afternoon of fun, crafts and arts! This is a drop-in session. There is a charge of £1 per child.
Nine creatives from the very popular, ever-expanding Open Studios are displaying their diverse range of work and techniques across the galleries, shop and gardens until Sunday October 5th. Including glassware, paintings, photography, jewellery, woodwork and ceramics, there is something for everyone to appreciate. Free entry and all products for sale. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4.30pm
For centuries, landscape was considered an unworthy subject for serious artistic exploration. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Until Sunday 4 October When landscape did appear in paintings, it was often relegated to the background—merely a setting for religious or historical scenes. This perception began to shift in the 17th century with the work of Nicolas Poussin and Claude Lorrain. These pioneering artists crafted idealised rural vistas to illustrate the myths of Ancient Greece and Rome, imbuing natural elements with metaphorical meaning. Through their romantic and structured visions of the countryside, landscape painting began to gain recognition as a meaningful art form. It was not until the 19th century, however, that landscape truly came into its own. Artists such as J.M.W. Turner and John Constable redefined the genre, capturing the drama, emotion, and grandeur of the natural world. Their work affirmed landscape as a powerful subject in its own right—one that continues to inspire artists to this day. Drawing from the museum collections, this exhibition explores the evolution of landscape painting, where nature takes centre stage.
Journey through 150 million years of Northamptonshire's past. From prehistoric treasures to modern marvels, 100 remarkable objects reveal the people, events, and industries that shaped the county, each telling a unique story of its cultural, social, and economic heritage. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 20 September - Sunday 22 February 2026 This exhibition has been shaped by an extraordinary network of 51 guest curators from across the county, each bringing their own expertise and local knowledge to the project. These dedicated individuals, from historians and collectors to community groups, have worked alongside the museum team to select objects and craft narratives. Their collaborative efforts ensure this exhibition truly reflects the breadth of Northamptonshire's heritage, guided by those who know their communities best.
An animated film to mark the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of Northampton. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 20 September - Sunday 5 October (Please note: the film will not be available on the afternoons of Friday 26 & Saturday 27 September) Saturday 20 September marks the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of Northampton – a devastating event that tore through the town, destroying 700 of 850 buildings in the centre and claiming 11 lives. Experience a digital 270° surround animated film that brings to life the events of that fateful day and the remarkable story of recovery that followed.
12 artists coming together at both Northampton Museum and Art Gallery and Abington Park Museum Northampton Museum & Art Gallery & Abington Park Museum Saturday 13 September - Sunday 9 November 2025 A mix of mediums including ceramics, sculpture, paintings, glass, woodwork, printing, papercut illustrations, drawing, felted art and mixed media art. Part of Northampton and Rutland Open Studios
Celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at Northampton Museum! Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 16 August - Sunday 2 November 2025 Join us at Northampton Museum as we proudly mark Northampton’s role as a host city for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. Explore a dynamic exhibition that delves into the rich history of women’s rugby and its growing popularity across Northamptonshire. Discover powerful images from local photographers, capturing the energy and dedication of players, coaches, and club staff, both on and off the pitch. From grassroots heroes to elite teams like Loughborough Lightning and the Red Roses, this exhibition showcases the heart and passion behind the game. Don’t miss this exciting celebration of sport, community, and women’s rugby in action!
Could you BE any more ready for a quiz? oin us for another of our immensely popular Bottomless Brunch Quizzes. This time we're celebrating the best of British and American sitcoms. From 'Only Fools & Horses' to 'Gavin & Stacey', 'The Royle Family' to 'Friends', and 'The Big Bang Theory' – expect questions, quotes, and plenty of laughs (no laugh track needed). You’ll have 90 minutes of bottomless cocktails and Prosecco. Our motto: your glass is never empty. Halfway through, we’ll serve up a delicious sweet-and-savoury platter to keep your brain ticking over. The quiz consists of 5 rounds, with 10 questions in each round. £5.00 from every seat sold goes into the cash prize pot for the Winning Team. If you have any dietary requirements, just let us know when you book. Tickets are £45.00 per person with a £15 deposit required at the time of booking. Booking is essential, as places go very quickly, so please call us to save your seat at the table. Sadly, there are no discounts for non-drinkers, but we promise the fun is bottomless too!
We’re so bloody proud – and ridiculously excited – to invite YOU to a night of wall-to-wall rock madness! Saturday 04/10/25 Bands from 18:00 | Doors (and beers!) from 14:00 Get down early, grab a pint, and settle in – this is gonna be one hell of a night! LINEUP OF LEGENDS: Mercury Calling – Original rock with power, passion & punch Johnny the Fox – A celebration of all things Thin Lizzy Dirty Deeds – The ultimate AC/DC tribute, done loud & proud Three killer bands. One epic night. And the best rock crowd in town. This is ROCKTOBER. This is The King Billy. Don’t miss it.
Lightning Seeds Continue Greatest Hits Tour Due To Demand 35th Anniversary Greatest Hits Tour Extended 20 Track Hits Disc ‘Tomorrow’s Here Today: 35 Years of Lightning Seeds’ Out Now Forget the hurt, it’s been 35 years of pure joy for Lightning Seeds, one of the country’s best loved bands. And to celebrate, they have extended their greatest hits tour in 2025, following a fully sold out run in 2024. The 11 new dates will take the band’s huge catalogue to new cities and new venues, with tickets on sale at 10am on Friday 28th March. Alongside the tour, the band released their ‘best of’ compilation: Tomorrow’s Here Today: 35 Years of Lightning Seeds. It’s an absolute masterclass in modern pop songwriting from Ian Broudie. Kicking off with their classic debut single ‘Pure’, this really is a greatest hits disc worthy of the title from a band who have sold over 8 million albums. Across 20 tracks the LP features Lightning Seeds favourites including ‘The Life Of Riley’, ‘Change’, ‘Lucky You’, ‘Sense’, ‘All I Want’, ‘Sugar Coated Iceberg’, ‘You Showed Me’, ‘Emily Smiles’, ‘3 Lions’ and more. Ian Broudie said: “Wow, I can’t believe it’s been 35 years! Our first single ‘Pure’ really opened...
The Manfreds, featuring original Manfred Mann members Paul Jones and Tom McGuinness, will once again bring their highly acclaimed Maximum Rhythm and Blues show to Royal & Derngate on Sat 4 October. Their incredible repertoire of hits includes the iconic songs Do Wah Diddy Diddy, Pretty Flamingo, 5-4-3-2-1, The Mighty Quinn, plus many more, including those from Paul Jones’ solo success and Tom McGuinness from his hugely successful group, McGuinness Flint. The band is delighted, and indeed privileged, to welcome their very special guest, Noel McCalla. Described by Blues & Soul magazine as ‘One of Britain’s best soul singers’, Noel’s impressive CV boast such credentials as lead singer with Manfred Mann’s Earth Band from 1991 until 2009, which brings hits such as Blinded By The Light and Davy’s On The Road Again onto the set list, plus his own unique blend of soul/jazz/blues inspired material.
After their successful launch and recent Viva Verdi! concert, Northampton Opera Group returns to Royal & Derngate. There’s a new line-up of international opera soloists, local vocal talent and a brand-new programme of the greatest opera choruses and solos of every kind, from comic tunes to heartbreak, love and tragedy. If you love singing, join us!
Richard Exall Quartet presents Goes Getz: A Tribute to the music of Stan Getz Mike Ridout – Guitar Mark Adams – Double Bass Clark Tracey – Drums The Richard Exall Quartet bring you a varied and exciting programme consisting of favourites from Jazz Samba, Getz Au Go Go and The Cool Sound Of Stan Getz. Making the most of Getz’s reputation for beautiful ballads and rip-roaring swing standards.
Live music from 9pm
Nigeria Independence Party @ REPLAY Nigerian Independence Party @ Replay Saturday 4th October | 10PM – 4AM Replay Northampton (former Revolutions/Playhouse), Bridge Street (opposite NB's) ? The Vibes We’re turning Replay ALL the way up for Naija Independence! DJs + live performers bringing you the hottest sounds all night: Afrobeats • Dancehall • Amapiano • Bashment • R&B • Club Classics. Full line-up dropping soon ? ? The Flavours What’s a Naija celebration without food? Expect the REAL deal: ? Jollof Rice ? Suya ? Asun ? Plantain & more! ? Ballers & Divas Step out in style, link up with the tribe, and party ‘til the lights come on. ?? Tickets will FLY — grab yours now and don’t get left behind!