Save the date for our fantastic Festive Fair at Northamptonshire Central Library on Saturday 22 November from 10 am to 3 pm. The library is the place to be this festive season, with a festive market, games and fun for all the family! This is a drop-in event for all ages, so everyone is welcome.
Northamptonshire Guild of Designer Craftsmen are having an exhibition of work in the Barwell Room at 78 Derngate, Northampton, UK. Saturday 25th October until 21st December.opening times are 10am until 4pm. Please check opening days before you travel to the exhibition.there will be a collection of crafts including jewellery, ceramics, wood, basketry, textile accessories & glass. ideal Xmas gift ideas to suit all pockets 78 Derngate is a unique venue in Northampton. it's the only Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed house south of the border of Scotland. it's now a museum and art gallery housing some fabulous artwork and cafe. Visit www.78derngate.org.uk to find out more, or call 01604 603407.
Enjoy a great day out for all the family at Delapré Abbey's annual Christmas Fair to kick off the Festive season. Event Details Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd November, 10am – 4pm £2 per person entry with an option to donate food as well. Enjoy a great day out for all the family at our annual Christmas Fair. Pick up unique, handmade gifts from local makers and a wide range of carefully selected stalls. There will be something for all ages with food and drink, live music, and children’s activities. *Food Donations: For the sixth year running, we’ll be collecting food donations for Northampton Hope Centre and Food Aid Far Cotton to help tackle poverty this Christmas. Please bring an item of food with you on the day.
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.
Northampton Town and County Art Society: 108th Open Annual Exhibition An exhibition in Art Gallery 1 Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 8 November - Sunday 11 January 2026 The Northampton Town & County Art Society presents its 108th Annual Exhibition, showcasing paintings, sculptures, and original prints by leading and emerging Northamptonshire artists. This long-running exhibition features works by society members and selected non-members, offering a rich variety of styles and media. Most pieces are available for sale, providing an ideal opportunity to purchase original art. Free entry
An exhibition of artworks from NMAG's collection celebrates the variety of genres, methods and media used by women artists, from the eighteenth to the twenty-first century. Northampton Museum & Art Gallery Saturday 11 November - Sunday 12 April 2026 Throughout history, both men and women have created art, yet only a select few have been remembered within Western art history. Art by men was historically valued more highly than art by women, reflecting broader beliefs that only men could possess artistic or creative genius. Certain genres and mediums were also considered more prestigious, while work made in the domestic sphere was dismissed as craft or decoration rather than recognised as fine art. Women were barred from studying nude figures a crucial part of classical art training until the late 1800s. Second-wave feminism in the twentieth century, and wider social changes in the twenty-first, have challenged these hierarchies. Today, women are at the forefront of artistic production, with artists such as Tracey Emin, Maggi Hambling, Rachel Whiteread and Jasleen Kaur recognised as leading voices in contemporary art.
It's Christmas at The Creative Place! We're turning our space into a Mini Christmas Makers Market! We open on Sat 22nd Nov along with the Christmas Light Switch On and running right up until Christmas! You can expect... - Local artists & makers selling handmade gifts - Free Christmas crafts for children and adults - A festive space to make and shop local! Creative activities & local traders announced soon, so watch the space! Grab a gift for someone you love or just come in, get inspired, and get crafty! Tues-Sat 10am-5pm 22 Nov- Christmas Inside The Creative Place, Northampton Market Sq
No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa's Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a £2 charge to secure the booking per family, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them.
Due to popular demand, we’ve added an extra sitting from 3pm to 5pm Before we give you the details of this event, we're sorry to say that our 12pm – 2pm session is already sold out! However, celebrate the release of the magical new film "Wicked for Good", which comes out on November 21st, with a truly unique Christmas Afternoon Tea experience. Enjoy three courses of homemade treats, festive music, themed decorations, and cocktails, plus a few special extras to take home. All guests will also receive a complimentary drink on arrival. Prices: Children – £25.00 Adults - £35.00 for our non-alcoholic Prohibition Tea Adults - £45.00 for our famous "Tiddley" Tea A £15.00 per person non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. Please let us know of any cancellations at least 24 hours in advance, otherwise full charges will apply. Call us today to reserve your place, or use the Contact form on the website to provide your requirements, and join the festive fun — no one does this event like we do!
Saturday 22nd November 12pm - 6pm Market Square, Northampton Enjoy a stocking-stuffed line up of free festive fun as we countdown to Christmas! Northampton's Annual Christmas Lights Switch On returns to the Market Square with a packed schedule of live stage entertainment, community stalls, festive workshops and activities. Join Panto Stars, The Mayor of Northampton and Santa as we celebrate the most magical time of year. More info coming soon...! The switch on will illuminate the large spruce trees on the Market Square, All Saints' Piazza, Guildhall Square, Abington Square and at Becket's Park, as well as the festive installations throughout the town. The town council has invested in new Christmas lighting schemes for the town centre locations and along the Wellingborough Road. We hope residents and visitors enjoy the festive atmosphere as we will continue to improve and evolve the lighting over the next couple of years. Santa's Grotto, delivered by Northampton BID and supported by Northampton Town Council, opens in the Grosvenor Centre on Saturday 22nd November and will welcome families each weekend throughout December. The festive fun continues with the Northampton BID Golden Ticket giveaway, running from 1st November to 14th December, offering lucky entrants the chance to...