BBQ & Rum Festival
2022-07-31 12:00 - 18:00 (Europe/London) | The Fish Pub, 11 Fish St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2AA, United Kingdom
Have chilled Sunday at The Fish Pub with a BBQ and live music

Shambala Music Festival 2022
2022-08-25 | Northants
An adventure in utopia, the Shambala Festival has been delivering creativity for over a decade. According to Shambala this festival is â€˜a space to play, to reinvent, revitalize, and return to the world fueled-up on the beauty of being alive.

Inaugural Town Takeover festival
2022-09-24 08:00 - 17:00 | Northampton
Dozens of musicians will play across four venues in Northampton as part of the inaugural Town Takeover festival later this year.

The event has been put together by the team behind The Scratched Record Podcast, which regularly covers the town’s music scene.

Founders Elliott Farrar and Joe Edwards have already revealed part of the line-up which will play at The Black Prince, The Lab, Phipps Albion Bar and Brooklyn Social on September 24 and more announcements are due in the coming weeks. This includes headliners The Covasettes and Second Thoughts.

Northampton Film Festival 2024
2024-03-08, 2024-03-09, 2024-03-10, 2024-03-11, 2024-03-12, 2024-03-13, 2024-03-14, 2024-03-15 and 3 more dates | town centre
Northampton Film Festival 2024 8 â€“ 16 March 2024
Check out the Film Guide to see what weâ€™re showing or the Schedule to book a screening.
And if you want to binge on local and British cinema for less, book a festival pass.
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The Festival has been made possible with support from Northampton Town Council and our venues: Cineworld Northampton, Delapre Abbey, Lings Forum, University of Northampton and Northampton Filmhouse.

TREVOR NELSON SOUL NATION--SOUL RnB--CLUB CLASSICS AT THE ROADMENDER
2024-12-20 21:00 - 2024-12-21 01:00 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
AFTER ANOTHER SELL OUT EVENT “TREVOR NELSON-SOUL NATION” IS JOINING US AGAIN FOR A NIGHT OF SOUL/RNB AND CLUB CLASSICS.
Trevor Nelson holds a cornerstone in UK music history with a career that spans decades and genres. London native began on then pirate radio station which we’ve come to know as Kiss FM. Nelsons took fans through his collection of Soul, R&B, Reggae and Dancehall daily with his BBC Radio 1 Extra stint. Now that he’s moved to only presenting on Sundays he’s ready to grace fans with something special.
This Xmas he’ll be taking Northampton by storm again for one night only.
Take this rare opportunity to see one UK’s soul masters spin for die-hard fans and grab a ticket before they sell out.
9pm to 1am

The Roy Orbison Experience
2025-01-18 19:00 - 21:45 | The Deco, The Deco, Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE
The Roy Orbison Experience, the UK’s newest and most authentic tribute to the music of Roy Orbison, one of America’s most famous voices.
The Roy Orbison Experience is a celebration of the music of Roy Orbison, fronted by the incredible voice of Oliver Harris, who has appeared at the Edinburgh Fringe, the West End and many theatres across the UK.

Drag me to the 80s
2025-01-24 19:30 - 22:00 | The Deco, The Deco, Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE
Meet the cast of our 80’s Divas and join us on an unforgettable journey as this amazing production delivers a dazzling fusion of nostalgia, empowerment and a celebration of the extraordinary.

GOLDIE LOOKING CHAIN & GUESTS
2025-01-31 19:30 - 22:30 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
STRAIGHT OUTTA NEWPORT AND BEST KNOWN FOR CLASSICS “GUNS DON’T KILL PEOPLE RAPPERS DO” AND “YOUR MOTHER’S GOT A PENIS”, THE GLC ARE OFFICIALLY BRITAIN’S BIGGEST RAP GROUP .
MAGGOT, EGGSY, DWAIN XAIN ZEDONG, MIKE BALLS, ADRIAN FANDANGO, 2HATS, THE WIBBLER, MYSTKAL AND GRAYHAM THE BEAR ARE COMING TO ROADMENDER IN NORTHAMPTON AND KEEPING IT REAL.
FUELLED BY LAMBRINI, FAGS, CHICKEN TIKKA MASALA AND WEED THEY ALL TOOK TO THE MIC AND IN 2001 THE GLC’S FIRST ALBUM “DON’T BLAME THE CHAIN” WAS BORN.
AND SO IT BEGAN, A JOURNEY WHICH HAS SEEN THE GLC TOP THE CHARTS, PERFORM AROUND THE WORLD AND AT EVERY MAJOR FESTIVAL IN THE WESTERN HEMISPHERE MAKING MILLIONS OF PEOPLE LAUGH ALONG THE WAY.
TO DATE THE GLC HAVE RELEASED 18 ALBUMS… AND AMAZINGLY NONE OF THEM HAVE DIED YET

NFF's Youth Disability Advisory Board presents a selection of shorts for schools (12A)
2025-03-07 10:00 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
This invitation-only event will be screening a selection of short films to secondary school and college age young people.
Weâ€™re showing two films from the NFF 2025 shortlist â€“ plus a selection of films chosen by our Youth Disability Advisory Board made by or starring people with disabilities provided by Oska Bright Film Festival, the world’s leading festival for films made by or featuring people with learning disabilities or autism.
Sarah Leigh will take part in a Q&A after the screening of her film â€˜One For The Roadâ€™.
All our venues are wheelchair accessible.

NFF 2025 short films: Celebrating Identity (12A)
2025-03-07 14:00 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
A selection of short films from documentary to drama, from Northampton and across the country, about people discovering themselves, celebrating their talents and finding their tribe.
As well as the films, there will be a chance to discuss the films afterwards. The certificate of this screening is 12A.
Doors open at 2pm. Delapreâ€™s cafe will be open throughout for refreshments.
For the Coffee + Cake ticket, you can swap the coffee for tea or various soft drinks. A variety of cakes will be available on the day.
All our venues are wheelchair accessible.

NFF 2025 Opening Gala + prosecco (18)
2025-03-07 18:30 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
Join us on the red carpet at the beautiful Delapre Abbey to celebrate the start of Northampton Film Festival 2025.
Watch a selection of films, from drama to documentary, comedy and animation, meet some of the filmmakers and also the NFF team.
Each ticket includes a glass of prosecco (or a soft drink if you prefer). The Orangery cafe (with limited menu) and bar will be open throughout.
Event photo from NFF 2024 by Simon Turner â€“ expect a new red carpet moment for 2025!
Doors 6.30pm. The films will show with an interval and time for a Q&A afterwards. The order of films may change. This screening has an 18 certificate although many of the films we show have a U or 12A certificate â€“ if you would like any trigger warnings in advance after reading the filmsâ€™ descriptions, please do get in touch info@northamptonfilmfestival.co.uk
All our venues are wheelchair accessible.

NFF 2025: International Women's Day short films Selection 1 (PG)
2025-03-08 11:00 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
A selection of short films, from animation to music to drama, that have been shortlisted for this yearâ€™s festival.
Come on your own or bring the family. Weâ€™ll have a colouring book station at the back of the room for any smaller ones who might not want to sit for the whole programme â€“ adults of course also welcome there!
Doors at 11am, films starting at 11.30am with a short interval in the middle and some time at the end to discuss the films.
The coffee/drink and cake is any coffee, tea or juice box plus a cake of your choice for the daily selection.
All our venues are wheelchair accessible.

NFF 2025: International Women's Day short films Selection 2 with People Library + drink (15)
2025-03-08 13:30 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
A selection of short films made by or featuring women from this yearâ€™s shortlisted films, celebrating women in front of and behind the camera for International Womenâ€™s Day.
We also have a Women in Film â€˜People Libraryâ€™ â€“ come along and speak to a selection of women working in different roles in the world of Film â€“ ask questions which may help your film career, understand the industry better or to get the inside story on how a film comes together. A â€˜Librarianâ€™ will book in for short conversations. There will also be opportunities to meet other filmmakers and network.
Doors and Women In Film People Library opens 1.30pm with first film screening at 2.30pm.
There will be a short interval in the middle of the films then another chance to visit the People Library â€“ but we highly recommend arriving from 1.30pm if you want to visit the library â€“ it is will be operated on a first come first served basis â€“ the â€˜Librarianâ€™ will get as many people to see our â€˜booksâ€™ as possible!
Your ticket comes with a drink which can be a glass of wine, bottled beer or soft drink. The Orangery cafe will also be open throughout.
This screening has a 15 certificate â€“ if you would like any possible trigger warnings, please read the descriptions of the films then get in touch if youâ€™d like more detail info@northamptonfilmfestival.co.uk
All our venues are wheelchair accessible.

NFF 2025: International Women's Day short films Selection 3 with People Library + drink (18)
2025-03-08 18:00 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
A selection of short films made by or featuring women from this yearâ€™s shortlisted films, celebrating women in front of and behind the camera for International Womenâ€™s Day.
We also have a Women in Film â€˜People Libraryâ€™ â€“ come along and speak to a selection of women working in different roles in the world of Film â€“ ask questions which may help your film career, understand the industry better or to get the inside story on how a film comes together. A â€˜Librarianâ€™ will book in for short conversations. There will also be opportunities to meet other filmmakers and network.
Doors and Women In Film People Library opens 6pm with first film screening at 7pm.
There will be a short interval in the middle of the films then another chance to visit the People Library â€“ but we highly recommend arriving from 6pm if you want to visit the library â€“ it will be operated on a first come first served basis â€“ the â€˜Librarianâ€™ will get as many people to see our â€˜booksâ€™ as possible!
Your ticket comes with a drink which can be a glass of wine, bottled beer or soft drink. The Orangery cafe bar will also be open during the evening.
This screening has a 18 certificate â€“ if you would like any possible trigger warnings, please read the descriptions of the films then get in touch if youâ€™d like more detail info@northamptonfilmfestival.co.uk
All our venues are wheelchair accessible.

NFF 2025: Comedy, coffee and cake (12A)
2025-03-09 11:30 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
Films to make you smile! What better for a Sunday morning than just over an hour of joy and jokes. Oh, and of course drains.
Animation, drama and documentary.
Doors 11.30am, films 12pm. Please arrive in good time before 12pm if youâ€™re getting a coffee. There will also be a chance to discuss the films after the screening. The cafe will also be open throughout.
There will be a selection of cakes to choose from and instead of coffee you can have a tea or juice box if you prefer.
This film has a 12A certificate

NFF 2025: 'The House That Stood' feature film with filmmakers Q&A plus shorts 'Black Vultures Over Britain' + 'A Day in February' (15)
2025-03-09 14:00 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
Doors open 2pm with the films starting promptly at 2.20pm. Your ticket comes with a glass of wine, a bottle of beer or soft drink. The Orangery cafe will also be open for additional refreshments.
Local Director Antonella Spirito and Producer Barnaby Spikings of â€˜The House That Stoodâ€™ will be with us for a Q&A after the screening so have your questions ready!

NFF 2025: 'Gama Bomb' documentary feature with shorts 'Decksdark' & 'National Treasures' (15)
2025-03-09 17:00 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
Doors open 5pm with the films starting promptly at 5.20pm. Your ticket comes with a glass of wine, a bottle of beer or soft drink.
Contains strong swearing.

NFF 2025: Film Networking in association with the University of Northampton
2025-03-10 17:00 - 20:00 | University of Northampton, Waterside Campus, University Dr, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5PH, United Kingdom
Creative Hub, University of Northampton
Waterside Campus, University Drive, Northampton NN1 5PH
March 10, 2025, 5:00 â€“ 8:00 PM GMT

NFF 2025: A selection of University of Northampton shorts (18)
2025-03-10 18:00 | University of Northampton, Waterside Campus, University Dr, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5PH, United Kingdom
Creative Hub, University of Northampton
Waterside Campus, University Drive, Northampton NN1 5PH
March 10, 2025, 6:00 â€“ 6:30 PM GMT

NFF 2025: A selection of our Misfit and Maverick shorts (18)
2025-03-10 18:30 | University of Northampton, Waterside Campus, University Dr, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5PH, United Kingdom
Films that donâ€™t fit the narrative fiction or documentary mold. Lots of Northamptonshire connections too!
