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Santa’s Grotto

Grosvenor Shopping Northampton Grosvenor Centre, Union Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2EW

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 money from this event will be donated to charity. There will be a £1 charge to secure the booking per family, using PayPal.  6 tickets per half hour will be sold to allow a provision of 5 minutes with Santa. The last family to arrive for their half hour session will have to wait 25 minutes. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift.  

Apero DJ:Tom Eclect

VnB 10 St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

The Northamptonshire Variety Performance

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Get ready for an unforgettable night of entertainment right here at the Royal & Derngate Theatre! The Northamptonshire Variety Performance is packed with an incredible line-up of local and talented performers showcasing their skills. From mesmerizing dancers to a comedian that will have you in stitches, from soulful singers to a mind-blowing magician, this show has it all. Prepare to be amazed, laugh out loud, and be thoroughly entertained. Get your tickets and join us for a night of non-stop fun and excitement, all in aid of Cynthia Spencer Hospice. Full line-up to be announced very soon.

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Santa’s Grotto

Grosvenor Shopping Northampton Grosvenor Centre, Union Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2EW

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 money from this event will be donated to charity. There will be a £1 charge to secure the booking per family, using PayPal.  6 tickets per half hour will be sold to allow a provision of 5 minutes with Santa. The last family to arrive for their half hour session will have to wait 25 minutes. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift.  

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The Snowman Live! with The GUS Band

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

The Snowman, by iconic illustrator and cartoonist Raymond Briggs, has become an integral part of Christmas for children and adults alike since the picture book was first published in 1978, with the animated version first broadcast on Channel 4 in 1982. In keeping with the book, the film is wordless and free of dialogue with the exception of the iconic song Walking in the Air which will be performed by a local Northamptonshire boy singer. We are delighted to bring this special screening of the film with The GUS Band playing live alongside the film to bring the iconic score to life, offering an immersive experience for children and adults of all ages. The GUS Band is one of the world’s leading brass bands, who are also based in Northampton. This timeless classic is suitable for all ages, and the performance will also include a short concert of family favourite Christmas songs and music from The GUS Band.

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Beer Bingo

Penny Loafer 10-12 Market Sq, Northampton, Northampton, northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Beer Bingo is back it’s Wednesday! Grab your lucky charm (and a beer ) because at 1:30 PM, it’s game time! Prizes, laughs, and probably way too much yelling “BINGO!” Don’t miss it!

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Our Man in Havana

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

White Cobra return to Royal & Derngate with a 90 minute roller coaster comedy, full of colourful characters, and ideal for all ages looking for a fun evening. The play is adapted by Clive Francis from Graham Greene’s iconic satirical novel, which was made into a classic British film starring Alec Guinness and Noel Coward.

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Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen

Northampton Museum And Art Gallery 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Fever ExclusiveTickets Selling Fast Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen ? Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Northampton. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info ? Venue: Northampton Museum and Art Gallery ? Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector ? Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted) ? Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult ? Accessibility: this venue is wheelchair accessible ? View the FAQs for this event here ? Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone ?? If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here ? Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Northampton ? To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here Programme I Want to Break Free We Will Rock You Somebody to Love Radio Ga Ga Don't Stop Me Now Killer...

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Saba’s Swim

Royal and Derngate Theatre 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP

Seven months ago, Saba walked out of her GCSE mocks and didn’t come back. Her friends don’t understand why. Now, on prom night, Saba’s finally made contact, challenging her friends to track her down via a series of cryptic clues. But when the friends are finally reunited, Saba is different. The way she sees the world has changed. And what she’s asking of her friends… is it more than they can give? This new play written by Danusia Samal, directed by Anna Simpson, and performed by the Royal & Derngate Young Company, asks probing questions about the responsibility of the individual in a troubled globalised world, as well as growing up, growing apart, and how far should you go for what you think is right. The Young Company will also be performing Saba’s Swim as part of the National Theatre Connections Festival. Content Warning: This performance contains flashing lights which may not be suitable for people with photosensitive epilepsy

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