Northampton BID

SOPHIE SLADE – PAINT THE TOWN IN COLOUR!
2025-06-06 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-06-07 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-06-08 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-06-10 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-06-11 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-06-12 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-06-13 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-06-14 10:00 - 16:30 (Europe/London) and 5 more dates | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
We are delighted to be hosting local, contemporary artist Sophie Slade once again in our Barwell Room and mezzanine level galleries. Sophie’s work lights up the town in terrific colour and form!

Only Fools & Horses Pre-show Cocktail Event
2025-06-06 17:00 - 20:00 | The Eccentric Englishman, 21 St Giles' Street, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Lovely jubbly! Get in the mood with Del Boyâ€™s favourite Cocktails before the Theatre show

If youâ€™re heading to see â€œOnly Fools and Horsesâ€� at The Royal and Derngate, in June, why not get in the mood with a pre-Theatre Cocktail or two and book into our unique cocktail evening.

Del Boy is a man after our own heart â€“ an eccentric Englishman!
We’ve always wanted to try a Baileys and Cherryade or a Tia Maria and Lucozade haven’t we? If they donâ€™t â€˜tickle yer fancy,â€™ we have lots of choices for youâ€¦..not forgetting half a lager for Rodney.
It’s just £10.00 per person to reserve your place, which includes a complementary Welcome cocktail.
We’re always up for a laugh and this’ll be fun. As Del Boy often says, â€œYou know it makes sense!â€�
Please give us a call â€œon the blowerâ€� to book your place.

BENT BACK TULIPS
2025-06-06 21:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom

Wellbeing in the child.
2025-06-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Grandbies, 26 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Wellbeing and the wellbeing in the child.
? Wellbeing & The Child: A Creative, Reflective Parent Workshop

An immersive and nurturing event focused on child wellbeing, safeguarding, and self-reflection — with coffee, cake, and creativity.
Join us for a meaningful morning exploring the emotional and behavioural needs of children, how we respond as adults, and how to care for our own wellbeing too. Expect warmth, insight, creativity, and community.
? What to Expect:

A focused discussion on child wellbeing, emotional response and regulation
Interactive session with a qualified Occupational Therapist
Safeguarding insights with Dawn, our experienced Safeguarding Lead
Breakout room discussions: small group chats for reflection and shared strategies
Pottery Painting: A calming, creative session to explore “looking inside yourself”
Networking with other parents over coffee and cake ??

? Why You Should Come

Deepen your understanding of your child’s emotional world
Learn how to respond rather than react — from an OT perspective
Explore your own wellbeing as a parent or caregiver
Connect with other families in a relaxed, supportive setting
Enjoy therapeutic, hands-on creativity with pottery painting

ETFM / BLACKBIRD COMMUNITY @ Coconut Paradise Café
2025-06-07 16:30 - 23:30 | Coconut Paradise, 9 Gold Street Mews, Northampton, northamptonshire, NN1 1RA, United Kingdom
Join us at Coconut Paradise Café for a night of music, food, and community vibes with ETMF and Blackbird!
ETMF / BLACKBIRD COMMUNITY @ Coconut Paradise Café
Experience the creativity of ETFM at Coconut Paradise Cafe!!
ETMF and Blackbird celebrate community and DIY action, creative and constructive, in this all-day event.
16:00 ETFM live band (free entry until 18:30)
19:30 DJs & MCs (£3 singles online and OTD / £7.5 family of 3)
COCONUT PARADISE CAFE WILL BE SERVING FOOD ALL NIGHT :))

Table top game night
2025-06-10 18:00 - 23:00, 2025-06-17 18:00 - 23:00 | Mail Coach, 8 Derngate, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UB, United Kingdom
Come join us for a thrilling Board Game Night at Mail Coach Northampton in Northampton! Whether youâ€™re a seasoned strategist or just looking for a fun night out, this event is perfect for all board game enthusiasts.
Bring your friends, family, or come solo â€“ we have a variety of games available, but feel free to bring your own favorites. Reserve a table and let us take care of the rest while you enjoy an evening filled with laughter, competition, and camaraderie.
Donâ€™t miss out on this opportunity to showcase your skills, discover new games, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable Board Game Night at Mail Coach Northampton!

OPEN MIC
2025-06-11 20:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom

PDA workshop with The Connection collective
2025-06-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Coconut Paradise, 9 Gold Street Mews, Northampton, northamptonshire, NN1 1RA, United Kingdom
Suitable for Neurodivergent young people, adults and their parents and carers by The Connection Collective.

Board Games Night
2025-06-12 18:30 - 21:30 | The Eccentric Englishman, 21 St Giles' Street, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
As Eminem once said;â€� Iâ€™m standing on my Monopoly board which means Iâ€™m on top of my gameâ€�
Playing board games is fun, engaging and nostalgic, after all, who didnâ€™t play â€˜Monopolyâ€™ and â€˜Trivial Pursuitâ€™ when they were kids (and maybe still do)?!
This is a night designed for friends to meet up, have a drink and play some games. We can even put on a small menu if you get peckish.
We will have â€˜Monopolyâ€™ and â€˜Trivial Pursuitâ€™ available but feel free to bring your own. Seats are £5.00 each and we will include a glass of Prosecco or Nosecco on arrival.
Call today to book a place at the games tables, or email through our Contact Form.

What is Northampton Made Of? - Film workshop.
2025-06-14 11:00 - 13:00 | The Creative Place, Northampton Market Square
Come learn about Northamptonâ€™s unique film industry and discover what makes our town so special in this hands-on workshop!
Weâ€™re producing a short animated/digital art film to mark the 350th anniversary of the Great Fire of Northampton, and weâ€™re inviting any Northampton resident to get involved. Doesnâ€™t matter whether you have any relevant experience or not. The project is supported by West Northamptonshire Council.
Come along to this, the first meeting, and see what itâ€™s all about. The Creative Place is one of the new kiosks on the market square (with seats and heating!).
The film will premiere in September 2025.

Grandbies Business Networking Event
2025-06-14 12:00 - 15:00 | Grandbies, 26 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Business Networking Brunch – Letâ€™s Talk Marketing! Join us for our second vibrant networking event, where great minds meet over coffee!
Business Networking Brunch – Letâ€™s Talk Marketing!
Join us for our second vibrant networking event, where great minds meet over coffee, cake, and conversation.
Whether youâ€™re a start-up founder, freelancer, creative, or small business owner, this is your space to connect, collaborate, and grow.
? What to Expect

Fresh coffee, delicious food, and homemade cake ?
An inspiring guest speaker on tech and AI
Open discussion: How do YOU market your business?
Space to share ideas, swap contacts, and build relationships

? Why You Should Come

Build your local network
Gain insights into tech and AI
Exchange tips and experiences in a relaxed setting
Leave feeling motivated and supported in your business journey

? Special Guest Speaker:
Weâ€™ll be joined by a marketing expert sharing practical tools, stories, and fresh ideas to help you amplify your brand and reach the right audience.

Northampton Carnival - Earth, Wind, Fire & Water
2025-06-14 12:00 - 19:30 | Northamptonshire
Saturday 14 June 2025
Racecourse Park, Northampton, NN1 4LG
Start Time: 12:00 Noon until 7:30pm

Paint and Sip - Mt Fuji
2025-06-14 14:00 - 16:00 | The Optimist, 23-25 St. Giles Street, Northampton,, NN1 1JA
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Northampton! No previous painting experience necessary!
Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of Northampton! No previous painting experience necessary! Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going!
Whatâ€™s included
??Approx. 2 hour step-by-step painting session led by our experienced artist and assistants.
??All painting materials needed to complete your masterpiece.
?? Acrylic paint on high-quality stretched canvas.
?? Photos taken throughout the session & posted on our Facebook page.
?? Heaps of fun exploring your creative side.
??A one-of-a-kind masterpiece to take home.
??and best of all â€“ we clean up!
Please arrive 15 mins before your event start time to get settled .
Drinks are not included but can be purchased from the bar. BYO is not permitted as our events are held at licensed venues.

WEW hosted by Grandbies- Special educational needs, navigating the system
2025-06-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Grandbies, 26 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
WEW (women empowering women) hosted by Grandbies- special educational needs and how to navigate them for your child. Lead host Marion Brown.
WEW hosted by Grandbies is here to help you navigate the system when it comes to special educational needs. Join us at Grandbies coffee house and boutique for an informative session filled with tips and advice. Whether youâ€™re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this event is perfect for anyone looking to better understand how to support individuals with special needs. Donâ€™t miss out on this opportunity to learn and connect with others in the community!

Creating Equalz - Pamoja Njia Bora Launch Event.
2025-06-16 09:30 - 12:30 | Vulcan Works, 34-38 Guildhall Rd, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1EW, United Kingdom
Creating Equalz presents Pamoja Njia Bora: a new path for change, connection, and community.
Creating Equalz proudly invites you to join us for a special morning event as we launch the Pamoja Njia Bora Programme.
We’re delighted to invite you to the official launch of Pamoja Njia Bora — a new and important programme that’s all about creating better connections in our communities and encouraging more positive dynamics among us.
Come and meet others passionate about building a safer, more supportive future. The morning will include a warm welcome, an introduction to the project, and space to explore what’s ahead.
About the Programme
Pamoja Njia Bora (meaning â€œBetter Way Togetherâ€�) is a behaviour change programme tailored specifically for Black African, Caribbean, and Mixed Heritage men and their communities.
Spanning Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire, and Derbyshire, the programme offers culturally responsive and trauma-informed support that helps participants:

Understand and shift harmful behaviours
Build and maintain healthy relationships
Take accountability and make real, lasting change

This is about awareness, education, and transformation — with community at its heart.
We’re excited to share what’s to come, and we hope you’ll be part of this meaningful journey.

Northampton - Small99's People, Planet, Pint™: Sustainability Meetup
2025-06-18 17:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Pop down to your local People Planet Pint meetup to find more about whatâ€™s going on locally with sustainability and how you can get involved
No pitches, powerpoints or panels. Just People, Planet, Pint/s.
Your local meetup is a great place to start your journey or continue learning, and meet diverse people to chat about life and how we can sustain it. Every job is a climate job, so come along and learn about how you can take action, as well as what is going on locally.
We welcome everyone, regardless of their experience or background. People Planet Pint is a space where everyone can feel comfortable learning about sustainability and sharing their ideas.
Afterall, creating a sustainable future requires connected communities. And what better way to bring everyone together than over a drink?

Google Digital Garage:
2025-06-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Vulcan Works, 34-38 Guildhall Rd, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1EW, United Kingdom
Improve your digital skills to help grow your business or career with free in-person training from Google UK.
Google is coming to Northampton!
Join us in person for free workshops and mentoring sessions. Google Digital Garage trainers will be available to help you grow your business online and find new customers.
What to expect on the day
We will be running varied sessions all day, alongside interactive networking opportunities.
You will leave the event with a clear understanding of AI, new digital skills and how to implement these methods to help your business thrive.
Join us for an exciting event where youâ€™ll learn how AI can enhance your marketing and productivity – helping you work smarter, save time and achieve better results!
Free lunch will be available.
Please arrive at 10.00 am to check in before the day begins at 10.15 am. Enjoy complimentary coffee and tea while you settle in. If you have any questions, please get in touch at events@enterprisenation.com.
