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SUMMARY:Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/open-mic-36/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:Mail Coach\, 8 Derngate\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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SUMMARY:Northampton Space Trail
DESCRIPTION:We’re challenging families to complete a trail of town centre businesses and track down eight space-themed installations to complement the Pop-Up Planetarium in the Market Square.\n\n\n\nLaunching this weekend\, the immersive 360-degree experience is expected to bring in thousands of children over the next month\, discovering more about our solar system and the universe beyond.\n\n\n\nSitting alongside the Planetarium GO UK experience will be a digital trail featuring eight space-themed installations housed in eight separate locations.\n\n\n\nThe activity will see participants encouraged to complete the trail by answering a question at each location on their phone\, with all those visiting all eight locations entered into a prize draw for the chance to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend in Northampton town centre.\n\n\n\nTrail locations include Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Sol Northampton\, Northamptonshire Central Library\, Northampton Museum & Art Gallery\, Butterwicks\, Skipton Building Society and Northampton Market Square.\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more details visit https://vicinitytrails.com/c/northamptonbid.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-space-trail/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T160000
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CREATED:20260324T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170718Z
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SUMMARY:Sabari Sen: A Journey in Clay and Colour
DESCRIPTION:From 2nd April to 2nd May in the Mezzanine Space. \nEntry to all exhibitions is free
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/sabari-sen-a-journey-in-clay-and-colour/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260407T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
UID:135701-1781604000-1781629200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260407T155710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155710Z
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SUMMARY:Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art
DESCRIPTION:This 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/art-and-comics-unwrapped-exploring-the-line-between-comics-and-fine-art/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260408T111952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T111952Z
UID:135992-1781604000-1781629200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rose Finn Kelcey: House Rules
DESCRIPTION:Arts 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. \nFeaturing 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. \nExhibited 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. \nThe 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. \nThroughout the exhibition\, architecture\, movement and attention shape how the works are encountered. Finn-Kelcey’s work offers a lens through which to experience 24 Guildhall Road as an active structure—shaped by play\, language and collective imagination. \n\n\n\n\nImage Credit: Rose Finn-Kelcey Bar Doors (Photograph of installation) 1991 \nWood\, Houston International Festival\, Buffalo Bayou Park\, Houston\, Texas. USA \n©The Estate of Rose Finn-Kelcey. Courtesy the Estate and Kate MacGarry
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rose-finn-kelcey-house-rules/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:NN Contemporary\, Vulcan Works\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260618T114844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T114844Z
UID:137512-1781604000-1781629200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Humans of NC
DESCRIPTION:This collection of images explores themes of diversity and inclusivity\, capturing how college students and staff celebrate their individuality while embracing a shared sense of belonging. Through these photographs\, the work highlights the richness of different backgrounds\, identities\, and experiences within the college community. \nAt its core\, the exhibition reflects a simple but powerful idea: while we may appear different on the surface\, we have far more that unites us than divides us. Together\, these images tell a story of connection\, respect\, and the strength found in the community.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/humans-of-nc/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T190000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260310T104218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T104218Z
UID:134871-1781604000-1781636400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Planetarium Go! Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Embark on immersive journeys through space\, from family–friendly adventures to awe–inspiring documentaries revealing the mysteries of our universe. Pick your favourite film and prepare for a breathtaking 360° experience under our dome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/planetarium-go-northampton/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Northampton Market Square
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T190000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260526T154601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T154601Z
UID:136751-1781636400-1781636400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:NMPAT: The Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the talent of young performers from across Northamptonshire at The Festival\, presented by Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT). This annual event brings together students from schools across the county for an unforgettable evening of live music and performance. Experience the energy\, creativity\, and passion of young musicians as they showcase their skills. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/nmpat-the-festival-4/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T210000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260604T142055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T142055Z
UID:137050-1781636400-1781643600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Philosophy Club
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/philosophy-club-10/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260616T213000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260526T143851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T143851Z
UID:136691-1781638200-1781645400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:MICROSCOPY
DESCRIPTION:ROTIFERS PART 2 by John Smith. A more detailed look at the structure and behaviour of these tiny freshwater animals. With video footage to help you distinguish them from algae and protozoa. Please bring water or sediment samples from ponds\, streams or bird baths etc to explore if you can.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/microscopy-23/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260528T112019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T112717Z
UID:136977-1781686800-1781715600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Northampton Space Trail
DESCRIPTION:We’re challenging families to complete a trail of town centre businesses and track down eight space-themed installations to complement the Pop-Up Planetarium in the Market Square.\n\n\n\nLaunching this weekend\, the immersive 360-degree experience is expected to bring in thousands of children over the next month\, discovering more about our solar system and the universe beyond.\n\n\n\nSitting alongside the Planetarium GO UK experience will be a digital trail featuring eight space-themed installations housed in eight separate locations.\n\n\n\nThe activity will see participants encouraged to complete the trail by answering a question at each location on their phone\, with all those visiting all eight locations entered into a prize draw for the chance to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend in Northampton town centre.\n\n\n\nTrail locations include Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Sol Northampton\, Northamptonshire Central Library\, Northampton Museum & Art Gallery\, Butterwicks\, Skipton Building Society and Northampton Market Square.\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more details visit https://vicinitytrails.com/c/northamptonbid.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-space-trail/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260324T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170718Z
UID:137335-1781690400-1781712000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Sabari Sen: A Journey in Clay and Colour
DESCRIPTION:From 2nd April to 2nd May in the Mezzanine Space. \nEntry to all exhibitions is free
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/sabari-sen-a-journey-in-clay-and-colour/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260407T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
UID:135702-1781690400-1781715600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/1959-60.49.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260407T155710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155710Z
UID:135908-1781690400-1781715600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art
DESCRIPTION:This 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/art-and-comics-unwrapped-exploring-the-line-between-comics-and-fine-art/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260408T111952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T111952Z
UID:135993-1781690400-1781715600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rose Finn Kelcey: House Rules
DESCRIPTION:Arts 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. \nFeaturing 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. \nExhibited 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. \nThe 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. \nThroughout the exhibition\, architecture\, movement and attention shape how the works are encountered. Finn-Kelcey’s work offers a lens through which to experience 24 Guildhall Road as an active structure—shaped by play\, language and collective imagination. \n\n\n\n\nImage Credit: Rose Finn-Kelcey Bar Doors (Photograph of installation) 1991 \nWood\, Houston International Festival\, Buffalo Bayou Park\, Houston\, Texas. USA \n©The Estate of Rose Finn-Kelcey. Courtesy the Estate and Kate MacGarry
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rose-finn-kelcey-house-rules/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:NN Contemporary\, Vulcan Works\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260618T114844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T114844Z
UID:137513-1781690400-1781715600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Humans of NC
DESCRIPTION:This collection of images explores themes of diversity and inclusivity\, capturing how college students and staff celebrate their individuality while embracing a shared sense of belonging. Through these photographs\, the work highlights the richness of different backgrounds\, identities\, and experiences within the college community. \nAt its core\, the exhibition reflects a simple but powerful idea: while we may appear different on the surface\, we have far more that unites us than divides us. Together\, these images tell a story of connection\, respect\, and the strength found in the community.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/humans-of-nc/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260310T104218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T104218Z
UID:134872-1781690400-1781722800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Planetarium Go! Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Embark on immersive journeys through space\, from family–friendly adventures to awe–inspiring documentaries revealing the mysteries of our universe. Pick your favourite film and prepare for a breathtaking 360° experience under our dome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/planetarium-go-northampton/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Northampton Market Square
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/DSC01803-1-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260526T154601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T154601Z
UID:136754-1781722800-1781722800@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:NMPAT: The Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the talent of young performers from across Northamptonshire at The Festival\, presented by Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT). This annual event brings together students from schools across the county for an unforgettable evening of live music and performance. Experience the energy\, creativity\, and passion of young musicians as they showcase their skills. \n 
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/nmpat-the-festival-4/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Royal and Derngate":MAILTO:BoxOffice@royalandderngate.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T193000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260526T154827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T154827Z
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SUMMARY:Eric & Ern
DESCRIPTION:The Production Garden in association with Cube Room Productions presents an evening of Eric & Ern with Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens. From the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated critically acclaimed West End hit Eric & Little Ern. \nThis is a show for all the family from 8 to 80! \nA brilliant homage crammed full of renditions of those famous comedy sketches\, that hits all the right notes! Coming to Royal & Derngate celebrating the centenary year of the nation’s favourite comedy legends Morecambe & Wise! \nFrom Greig’s Piano concerto to Mr Memory\, “Arsenal!” It’s a show full of Morecambe and Wise’s most loved routines\, songs and sketches. \nThis wonderful show evokes memories of times when whole families would huddle around the telly to watch those fantastic Christmas specials. \nYou’ll feel you’ve experienced the real thing and been taken back to a world of sunshine and laughter. \nAs seen on The One Show on BBC1 and The Alan Titchmarsh Show on ITV
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/eric-ern/2026-06-17/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260617T220000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260526T145004Z
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SUMMARY:PHOTOGRAPHY
DESCRIPTION:MONOCHROME PRINTS FINALS. Today the winners from the previous three rounds of our Monochrome competition battle for the annual trophy.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/photography-49/
LOCATION:Northamptonshire Natural History Society\, The Humfrey Rooms\, 10 Castilian Terrace\, Northampton\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Natural History
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260528T112019Z
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UID:136978-1781773200-1781802000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Northampton Space Trail
DESCRIPTION:We’re challenging families to complete a trail of town centre businesses and track down eight space-themed installations to complement the Pop-Up Planetarium in the Market Square.\n\n\n\nLaunching this weekend\, the immersive 360-degree experience is expected to bring in thousands of children over the next month\, discovering more about our solar system and the universe beyond.\n\n\n\nSitting alongside the Planetarium GO UK experience will be a digital trail featuring eight space-themed installations housed in eight separate locations.\n\n\n\nThe activity will see participants encouraged to complete the trail by answering a question at each location on their phone\, with all those visiting all eight locations entered into a prize draw for the chance to win one of two £50 vouchers to spend in Northampton town centre.\n\n\n\nTrail locations include Grosvenor Shopping Northampton\, Sol Northampton\, Northamptonshire Central Library\, Northampton Museum & Art Gallery\, Butterwicks\, Skipton Building Society and Northampton Market Square.\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more details visit https://vicinitytrails.com/c/northamptonbid.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/northampton-space-trail/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Town Centre
CATEGORIES:Trail
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T113000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260612T100313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T100322Z
UID:137228-1781776800-1781782200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Studio Photography: Workshop
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/studio-photography-workshop/
LOCATION:Lumina Gallery\, Lumina Gallery\, Northampton\, NN1 1DF
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260324T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170718Z
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SUMMARY:Sabari Sen: A Journey in Clay and Colour
DESCRIPTION:From 2nd April to 2nd May in the Mezzanine Space. \nEntry to all exhibitions is free
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/sabari-sen-a-journey-in-clay-and-colour/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260407T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
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SUMMARY:From the Collection: Drawings
DESCRIPTION:An exhibition of drawings from the Northampton Museums & Art Gallery collection. \nThis 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/from-the-collection-drawings/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260407T155710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T155710Z
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SUMMARY:Art and Comics Unwrapped: Exploring the Line Between Comics and Fine Art
DESCRIPTION:This 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.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/art-and-comics-unwrapped-exploring-the-line-between-comics-and-fine-art/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260408T111952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T111952Z
UID:135994-1781776800-1781802000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rose Finn Kelcey: House Rules
DESCRIPTION:Arts 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. \nFeaturing 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. \nExhibited 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. \nThe 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. \nThroughout the exhibition\, architecture\, movement and attention shape how the works are encountered. Finn-Kelcey’s work offers a lens through which to experience 24 Guildhall Road as an active structure—shaped by play\, language and collective imagination. \n\n\n\n\nImage Credit: Rose Finn-Kelcey Bar Doors (Photograph of installation) 1991 \nWood\, Houston International Festival\, Buffalo Bayou Park\, Houston\, Texas. USA \n©The Estate of Rose Finn-Kelcey. Courtesy the Estate and Kate MacGarry
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/rose-finn-kelcey-house-rules/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:NN Contemporary\, Vulcan Works\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T170000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260618T114844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T114844Z
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SUMMARY:Humans of NC
DESCRIPTION:This collection of images explores themes of diversity and inclusivity\, capturing how college students and staff celebrate their individuality while embracing a shared sense of belonging. Through these photographs\, the work highlights the richness of different backgrounds\, identities\, and experiences within the college community. \nAt its core\, the exhibition reflects a simple but powerful idea: while we may appear different on the surface\, we have far more that unites us than divides us. Together\, these images tell a story of connection\, respect\, and the strength found in the community.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/humans-of-nc/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260310T104218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T104218Z
UID:134873-1781776800-1781809200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Planetarium Go! Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Embark on immersive journeys through space\, from family–friendly adventures to awe–inspiring documentaries revealing the mysteries of our universe. Pick your favourite film and prepare for a breathtaking 360° experience under our dome.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/planetarium-go-northampton/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Market Square
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T215803
CREATED:20260407T160650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T160650Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Morning Talks: April – July 2026
DESCRIPTION:Cost: £3.50 per talk or £21 for a series ticket \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIncludes tea\, coffee and biscuits \nBooking Essential \nJoin us for the Summer series of these seven engaging talks covering a wide range of topics\, including local history\, cultural heritage\, notable figures\, and the evolution of our communities. Whether you’re curious about the past\, passionate about storytelling\, or simply enjoy learning something new\, these talks offer something for everyone. Delivered by knowledgeable speakers in a friendly and welcoming setting\, each talk invites you to explore stories that have shaped our local identity and continue to inspire us today. \nThursday 16 April\nThe Roles of a Supporting Artiste\nSpeaker: Robert Brewer \nDiscover the behind-the-scenes world of a TV and film extra. Robert shares stories from his work on Hollywood blockbusters\, TV dramas\, soaps\, comedies\, and even a few adverts. \nThursday 30 April\nNorthampton Saints & the Second World War\nSpeaker: Graham McKechnie \nBBC Radio Northampton sports editor and Saints club historian Graham McKechnie explores the remarkable wartime experiences of Saints players who served around the world — in the air\, at sea\, in North Africa\, the Far East\, and Normandy. \nThursday 14 May\nThe Surprise of My Life\nSpeaker: Rosie Rushton \nAn extraordinary personal story. They say life is full of surprises — but sometimes the biggest one doesn’t arrive until you’re 75. Join Rosie as she uncovers a mystery that has lingered since childhood. \nThursday 4 June\nThe Development of the Great American Songbook\nSpeaker: Melody Flyte \nHear how Irving Berlin\, Cole Porter\, the Gershwins and their contemporaries transformed popular music and musical theatre. Melody will perform in vintage costume\, featuring classics including You’re the Top\, Over the Rainbow\, and Ain’t Misbehavin’. \nThursday 18 June\nThe Remains of Annie Pritchard\nSpeaker: Kate Philbin \nIn 1892\, a dismembered body was discovered near the Althorp Estate. This talk tells the chilling story of Annie Pritchard and her neighbour Andrew MacRae\, who was convicted and hanged for her murder at Northampton Gaol. \nThursday 2 July\nFood Glorious Food\nSpeaker: J.P. Carr \nAn illustrated journey through Northamptonshire’s eating and shopping habits. Discover national brands with local roots\, much-loved food manufacturers\, and traditional county recipes. \nThursday 16 July\n10 Years of The Good Loaf\nSpeaker: Suzy Van Roogen \nA look back at a decade of baking Northamptonshire’s finest bread while supporting those who are less fortunate than ourselves. \nBook a Thursday Morning Talk series ticket \nBook a Thursday Morning Talk individual ticket \nTickets are also available to purchase from the museum direct\, either in person of by calling 01604 526322\, Tuesday to Saturday 10am – 5pm and Sundays 12-5pm.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/thursday-morning-talks-april-july-2026/2026-06-18/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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