Barry Roberts: Glimpses through the Archive
78 Derngate Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UHPhotography from around the world; including a prize drawer to win a framed print of your choice! Ends May
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Events for May 22, 2026
The Creative Place local maker takeovers
The Creative Place Northampton Market SquareEvery weekend until 6th June we have Northants makers and artists taking over our arts space The Creative Place on Northampton Market Square. Come say hi and see what they offer. 8th and 9th May SaltLightLuxe - clothing15th and 16th May Mary McGarry - ceramics and paintings22nd and 23rd May Artistic Escape - jewellery, keyrings and art29th and 30th May It's All A Bit Wooly - knitting and crochet5th and 6th June Sneaker Social - clothing
Architectural Heads/Flower Heads
78 Derngate Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UHWe 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. With very different styles and techniques, the two friends chose to collaborate on this exhibition entitled ‘Architectural Heads/Flower Heads’. Serra, 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. Simington’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. House 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.
Carboniferous Monsters: 100 million years before the Dinosaurs
Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, NorthamptonStep back to the Carboniferous period, 100 million years before the dinosaurs. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 21 February - Sunday 7 June 2026 Visit 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! A must-see for prehistoric monster fans of all ages!
From the Collection: Drawings
Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, NorthamptonAn exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. This 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.
Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art
Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, NorthamptonThis 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.
Rose Finn Kelcey: House Rules
NN Contemporary Vulcan Works, northamptonArts Collective launches its new gallery programme with an exhibition revisiting the pioneering work of British conceptual artist Rose Finn-Kelcey, curated by Emer Grant. This marks the first presentation of the artist’s work in her hometown of Northampton. Featuring photographic, installation and video works loaned from national collections and archives, the exhibition recontextualises Finn-Kelcey’s groundbreaking practice through architectural space and coded forms. It considers how formal systems and power structures shape experience through architecture, language, ritual and atmosphere. Exhibited publicly for the first time since its original installation, Bar Doors (1991) captures architectural thresholds, foregrounding moments of passage between spaces. The photographic documentation of Finn-Kelcey’s site-specific installation—seven saloon-style doors installed in a Houston city park—invites viewers to reconsider familiar architectural features as markers of access and permission. The exhibition also explores Finn-Kelcey’s fascination with spirituality and its connections to the commercial and domestic structures of contemporary life, featuring works such as It Pays to Pray (1990), God Kennel – A Tabernacle (1992) and Jolly God (1997). Her iconic flag works are also presented, including documentation of Power for the People (1972), in which a collective political declaration was placed directly onto the monumental architecture of Battersea Power Station while it remained operational. Throughout the exhibition, architecture, movement and attention shape...
Mini Museum Explorers – April – July 2026
Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, NorthamptonBooking essential, includes refreshments. Embark on a magical journey with Mini Museum Explorers! Every Friday morning, our beloved hands-on sessions invite curious little adventurers aged 2.5 to 5 years—and their grown-ups—into a world bursting with creativity and discovery. Each week brings a brand-new adventure filled with captivating stories, joyful music, imaginative art, and playful crafts. Explore the museum in a warm, welcoming space where imaginations take flight and new friendships bloom. And while your little explorer enjoys a tasty treat, you can relax with a well-deserved tea or coffee. It’s the perfect way to start your Friday—with fun, learning, and a sprinkle of museum magic! 17 April – Comic Capers 24 April – Dragons and Castles 1 May – May Day 8 May – Soldiers and Warriors 15 May – Truly Scrumptious! 22 May – Gardens and Plants 5 June – All the colours of the Rainbow 12 June – Animal Adventures 19 June – Smartest Giant in Town 26 June – Doctors and Nurses 3 July – Transport 10 July – Sailing the Seas These sessions are perfect for children aged 2.5 to 5 years, accompanied by parents or carers (no ticket needed for adults). Spaces are limited, so...
Rockin’ Roadrunner Festival
Something for everyone, a great day of fun for the whole family. Free entry. Blue badge holders - free parking on site
Craft and chatter
Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, NorthamptonIf you’re looking for a way to unwind after a busy week or just want to make some new crafting friends, come along with your chosen craft to these friendly informal sessions. They take place every Friday lunchtime in the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery lower café area. Drop in – no booking required but please purchase a drink or something to eat from the cafe.
GIN AND TONIC TASTING
G&T Time! Who doesn’t love the classic combination that is gin and tonic? Tired of the same old same old? For this masterclass, Lox will be offering up an array of gins from all around the world, and expertly pairing them with flavoured tonics. Discover new flavours, and decide on your favourite mix. A must for any gin lover!!
Bite Street – May 22-24 in Northampton – NN’s hottest street food event
Delapre AbbeyNorthampton's hottest street food pop-up rocks the late May Bank Holiday at Delapré Abbey. Fabulous eats. Liquid treats. Cool beats. Dates and times: Friday 22 May - 5.30pm to 10pm. Saturday 23 May - 1pm to 10pm. Sunday 24 May- noon to 4.30pm. Last orders for drinks 30 mins before closing. Kitchens close at 9pm on Friday, 9pm on Saturday and 4pm on Sunday.
Fever: Ballet Of Lights
Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DPExperience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dance and light show. Enjoy a unique fusion of classical ballet and modern technology, where local dancers literally light up the stage with glittering routines and glow-in-the-dark costumes. The timeless tale of the cursed princess awakened by her true love’s kiss comes to life on stage, as pirouettes and gravity-defying leaps cast a kaleidoscope of colours across the space. It’s a beautiful production you won’t want to miss! Get your tickets now for Fever: Ballet Of Lights! Tickets are sold through Fever’s website. Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone.
Book Club & Wine
Chill with great books and tasty wine—join us for a fun, cozy hangout in person! Book Club & Wine 📚 – Conversation & Culture Join us for an intimate evening of conversation, stories, and connection at Book Club & Wine. Whether you’ve read every page or just love being around books and thoughtful discussion, this is a relaxed space to unwind and share ideas. Enjoy a book discussion or selected readings, sip on green and pink drinks, and indulge in cake in a warm, welcoming setting designed for easy conversation and cultural exchange. What’s included: ✨ Book discussion or curated readings ✨ Green & pink drinks with cake ✨ Warm, welcoming atmosphere Come solo or with friends — all readers, thinkers, and listeners are welcome.
£9.38
Empty Chairs
On Friday 22nd May at 6:30pm we’ll be hosting Empty Chairs at Albion Brewery Bar.Empty Chairs is a simple idea created to help combat loneliness and remind people that they don’t have to sit on their own. It isn’t a club, a networking event or a therapy session, it’s simply a friendly table where anyone can sit down, feel welcomed and chat. Whether you stay for five minutes or the whole evening, the chair is there for you. Here’s how it works:If you need somewhere to go, or just a reason to leave the house, an Empty Chair is waiting for you.• Look for the host wearing orange and take a seat (they’ll wait an hour from the start time to see if anyone comes)You don’t need to sign up.You don’t need to spend money.You don’t even need to talk if you don’t feel ready.Just turning up is enough.And if you’re feeling nervous, that’s completely normal; most people who come for the first time feel exactly the same. Whether you’re feeling isolated, going through a difficult time, new to the area, or simply want some company and conversation, everyone is welcome. If you need somewhere to go, or just a...
Half cut Harmonies
We are excited to have Half cut Harmonies here with us for bank holiday sunday. Starting 7:30pm, sit back and relax with a refreshing drink, good music and a great atmosphere.
Live music this bank holiday weekend at O’Neill’s Northampton
O'Neill's Northampton 23-25 St Giles' St, NorthamptonFriday Ruth Chomik 8pm - 10pm DJ Steve 10pm - Close Saturday Farrell Crowson 8pm - 10pm DJ Steve 10pm - Close
Live at The Fish – Northampton
Expect all your favourite 90’s and 00’s Rock and Indie hits served to you piping hot in an old newspaper! Sea you there
SIMPLY FLOYD
Forget the lasers, walls, and flying spaceships — Simply Floyd are a no-frills tribute to the legendary Pink Floyd, delivering the music with raw power, passion, and authenticity.
Frettlyst live at The King Billy Music Bar
Bringing the energy with music to keep you dancing and singing.
Wayward Lights
A high energy 5 piece covers band bringing you classic Indie Rock from the 90’s and 00’s Think Pulp, James, Kaiser Chiefs, Killers, Chilli’s