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SUMMARY:Sabari Sen: A Journey in Clay and Colour
DESCRIPTION:From 2nd April to 2nd May in the Mezzanine Space. \nEntry to all exhibitions is free
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/sabari-sen-a-journey-in-clay-and-colour/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Barry Roberts: Glimpses through the Archive
DESCRIPTION:Photography from around the world; including a prize drawer to win a framed print of your choice! Ends May
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/barry-roberts-glimpses-through-the-archive/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Architectural Heads/Flower Heads
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to host two much-travelled contemporary artists\, Piero Serra & Simington who will be displaying their work in the Barwell Room from Tuesday March 10 th to the end of May. \nWith very different styles and techniques\, the two friends chose to collaborate on this exhibition entitled ‘Architectural Heads/Flower Heads’. \nSerra\, who trained as an architect\, was born in Northampton. He shows us his extraordinary drawings which were partially inspired by architectural forms soon after he moved to Berlin\, where he still lives. Serra who trained as an architect\, was born in Northampton. \nSimington’s work shows us constructed composite images\, which can be made up of multiple layers\, to create worlds which take on a life of their own. Liam was born in Scotland\, has lived in both Japan and Egypt and now resides in Northamptonshire. \nHouse and Galleries are open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4.30pm. A small entrance fee applies for visits to the heritage house but entry to all exhibitions is free.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/architectural-heads-flower-heads/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:78 Derngate
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SUMMARY:Carboniferous Monsters: 100 million years before the Dinosaurs
DESCRIPTION:Step back to the Carboniferous period\, 100 million years before the dinosaurs. \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday 21 February – Sunday 7 June 2026\n\n\n\n\n\nVisit tropical forests and swamps teeming with bizarre and ferocious ancient monsters\, some of which had larger teeth than T. rex. Meet the dinosaurs’ distant ancestors\, the very first reptiles\, the largest creepy-crawlies ever to live\, and prehistoric animals unlike anything you’ve ever seen before! \nA must-see for prehistoric monster fans of all ages!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/carboniferous-monsters-100-million-years-before-the-dinosaurs/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T170000
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SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis exhibition explores drawing as a fundamental artistic language\, presenting preparatory sketches and finished works that reveal how ideas take shape on paper. Through the delicate studies of Henry Moore\, the atmospheric sketches of Walter Sickert\, the imaginative designs of Sir Edward Burne Jones\, and the expressive drawings of Clare Abbatt\, amongst others\, visitors are invited to consider drawing not merely as a preliminary step but as an art form in its own right. The works on display highlight how artists across different periods and practices use line\, tone\, and observation to experiment\, problem solve\, and refine their vision. Together\, they celebrate drawing’s enduring role as a tool for exploration\, invention\, and creative thinking.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T170000
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SUMMARY:Semilong Blooms – The Semilong Garden Community Project
DESCRIPTION:Semilong Blooms by Jack Savage is a photographic portrait series documenting some of the people behind the Semilong Garden Project\, a grassroots community initiative established by Louise Troy. Louise formed a community constitution of committed volunteers to transform the derelict space. The space was originally filled with litter and graffiti tarnished the walls. \nThe series highlights some of the residents\, volunteers\, and families who helped bring this project to life\, transforming a neglected strip of Northampton into a thriving space for creativity\, connection\, and community. Each portrait celebrates the individuals whose collective effort turned overlooked land into a place of pride\, joy\, and shared ownership.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/semilong-blooms-the-semilong-garden-community-project/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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SUMMARY:Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art
DESCRIPTION:This Exhibition explores the similarities between fine art and comics and how they are produced. It will explain the process of how comics are created and examine the common elements from fine art; the drawing\, the painting and the poetry. It will also exhibit a story of epic proportions without superheroes\, just ordinary people.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/art-and-comics-unwrapped-exploring-the-line-between-comics-and-fine-art/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T163000
DTSTAMP:20260418T095135
CREATED:20260401T160912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T160912Z
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SUMMARY:Golden Gloves Gala
DESCRIPTION:The Golden Gloves Gala offers an unforgettable evening of sport\, entertainment and philanthropy\, marking its debut. \nGuests will experience\, for the first time at Royal & Derngate\, white-collar boxing\, unlicensed bouts\, and Muay Thai fights with traditional Wai Kru ceremonies\, alongside live music\, a DJ\, a 40-person choir\, a dazzling fire-eater and much more. \nVIP ticket holders will enjoy an exclusive gala dinner with premium views of the action. The event raises vital funds for the TOR-ROX Foundation\, supporting cancer patients through exercise during treatment. \nMore than sport\, the Gala celebrates community\, culture\, and an unforgettable experience.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/golden-gloves-gala/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T180000
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SUMMARY:OLD AND RARE SPIRITS
DESCRIPTION:Mythical sprits \n\nGuess who? Lox again! This time\, taking on the wonderful world of spirits. For this tasting\, it won’t be your typical spirits experience. Instead\, we will be exploring some of the finest and rarest spirits on the market. An absolute must for any spirits lover!!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/old-and-rare-spirits/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event,Masterclass
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T193000
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SUMMARY:Frankie Goes To Bollywood
DESCRIPTION:After a smash-hit UK tour\, Frankie Goes To Bollywood returns – bigger\, bolder\, and bursting with Bollywood glamour. \nThis dazzling musical comedy-drama dives deep into the glitzy\, high-pressure world of Indian cinema\, where dreams are mass-produced\, identities are reshaped\, and women are expected to smile and play by the script written for them. \nAt the centre of it all is Frankie\, a young British woman with little interest in fame. But her quiet suburban life is turned upside down as she is thrust into a world of dazzling lights\, choreographed perfection and media obsession. Frankie must decide: Can she become a star without losing who she really is? \nWhat must she give up to succeed in a man’s world – and what is she willing to fight for? \nWith show-stopping choreography\, lavish costumes\, and a cast of unforgettable characters\, Frankie Goes To Bollywood is a bold\, uplifting story of ambition\, transformation\, and the power of telling your own story. \nFeaturing original Bollywood songs by hit composer Harry Anand\, this is Rifco Theatre Company’s most ambitious production yet – a celebration of love\, identity and courage\, packed with joy\, drama\, and spectacular entertainment. \nWhether you’re a fan of musicals\, Bollywood films\, or powerful British stories\, this is one night at the theatre you won’t want to miss.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/frankie-goes-to-bollywood/2026-04-18/3/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T095135
CREATED:20260116T075646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T075646Z
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SUMMARY:DIRTY DEEDS
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to rock the night away with Dirty Deeds – the explosive tribute band bringing you the raw power\, energy\, and thunder of AC/DC!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/dirty-deeds-3/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
DTSTAMP:20260418T095135
CREATED:20260217T075741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T075741Z
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SUMMARY:DIRTY DEEDS FT MERCURY FALLING
DESCRIPTION:ITS A DOUBLE HEADER !!\nSupport band MERCURY FALLING from 9pm\nMERCURY FALLINGDeliver big riffs\, huge melodies\, and hooks that stick. Blending classic and hard rock with a touch of metal\, they’ve released two originals — A New Kind Of Truth and Mr Rock ’N’ Roll — plus a high-energy take on Roxanne by The Police\, earning regular internet radio airplay !\nDIRTY DEEDS Get ready to rock the night away with Dirty Deeds – the explosive tribute band bringing you the raw power\, energy\, and thunder of AC/DC!\n From High Voltage to Back in Black\, it’s a full-throttle ride through all the legendary hits:Highway to Hell • Thunderstruck • Whole Lotta Rosie • Hells Bells • You Shook Me All Night Long • Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap – and many more!\n Expect roaring guitars\, pounding drums\, and the spirit of Bon and Brian brought to life.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/dirty-deeds-ft-mercury-falling/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
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SUMMARY:FRICTION
DESCRIPTION:live music.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/friction-3/
LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T233000
DTSTAMP:20260418T095135
CREATED:20260414T151011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T151015Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music – Big Phat Jukebox
DESCRIPTION:It’s the Big Phat Jukebox Party Band – come and experience the greatest hits in rock and pop.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/live-music-big-phat-jukebox/
LOCATION:The Fish Pub\, 11 Fish St\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 2AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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