Northampton BID

Endangered and Extinct by creative recycling artist Val Hunt
2025-07-11 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-12 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
With inspiration, ingenuity, humour and skill, creative recycling artist Val Hunt has created a fascinating selection of large and small sculptural pieces which are both appealing and informative
Saturday 28 June â€“ Sunday 10 August 2025
Animals, exotic birds, fish, dinosaurs and species of flora, all on the edge or now extinct, have been made from a selection of throwaway material especially Val’s favourite medium, drinks can metal.
This exhibition presents a subtle message about recycling and preservation, raising awareness of why the creatures on show are endangered or extinct. Find out why species are disappearing from this planet at an alarming rate.

CRAFT & CHATTER
2025-07-11 12:30 - 14:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Every Friday 12.30 â€“ 2.00 Free If youâ€™re looking for a way to unwind after a busy week or just want to make some new crafting friends, come along with your chosen craft to these friendly informal sessions. They take place every Friday lunchtime in the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery lower cafe area. Drop in no booking required but please purchase a drink or something to eat from the cafe.

Piano, Prosecco, Charcuterie!
2025-07-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Grandbies, 26 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Piano and Prosecco
Piano & Prosecco Night at Grandbies
? Jazz, Bubbles & Pre-Date Night Bliss ?
Unwind in style at Grandbiesâ€™ Piano & Prosecco Night—the perfect pre-dinner date setting. Whether youâ€™re heading out afterwards or simply want to start your evening right, join us for smooth live jazz piano, a chilled glass of prosecco, and delicious charcuterie boards to share.
? What to Expect:

A complimentary glass of sparkling prosecco on arrival
Live jazz piano creating the ultimate relaxed vibe
Elegant charcuterie boards available for couples and friends
Warm, ambient atmosphere—perfect for romantic evenings or catching up in style

? Let the music set the tone.? Drop in before dinner or linger with another glass.

Apéro DJ: Ritchie K
2025-07-11 18:00 - 22:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Apéro DJ: @ritchie__k__theravelist8894 . •balearic•acid•jazz•soul•6-10.

ODDESSEY
2025-07-11 21:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
LIVE MUSIC

SOUL D BAND LIVE
2025-07-11 21:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
A party night of Soul, Funk and Disco.

Comedy Crate Weekender 2025
2025-07-12 - 2025-07-13
Comedy Crate Weekender 2025

3 Venues â€“ The Charles Bradlaugh, The Black Prince and The Lamplighter (Saturday only)
25 acts across 2 days.
You’ll get to see a maximum of 5 shows per day, totalling just £4 per hour long show for a weekend ticket.
It will be wristband entry. Collection of wristbands will be on the day, giving you access to all venues.
All the shows will be Edinburgh Previews or Work in Progress shows. These are great opportunities to see acts try out some new stuff in preparation for their Edinburgh runs and upcoming tour shows.
Each show will be roughly 1 hour long. There will also be half hour intervals between each show, with a 1 hour interval after the 2nd show to allow for a decent food break.
Please note, all venues have a limited capacity, if there is an act you really want to see, get to that venue in plenty of time.
Venues:
The Charles Bradlaugh â€“ 1 Earl St, Northampton NN1 3AU
The Black Prince â€“ 15 Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE
The Lamplighter (Saturday only) â€“ 66 Overstone Rd, Northampton NN1 3JS
To find out more about who is on and what the shows are about click HERE.
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The Giant, Immersive Murder Mystery Game
2025-07-12 00:00, 2025-07-13 00:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
June – 7 September 2025
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
£25 per team
Step into the role of a detective and solve a series of curious and whimsical mysteries in your local museum. Using our companion app, youâ€™ll explore the museum to uncover hidden clues and encounter life-sized cardboard characters—each one a possible suspect, witness, or victim.
Work together to connect the dots, follow the twists in each story, and put your problem-solving skills to the test. It’s the perfect activity for families, friends, or anyone with a curious mind looking for a fun and unique experience.
What to Expect
A Unique Blend of Games
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure that combines elements of a murder mystery, escape room, scavenger hunt, and even a touch of Where’s Wally. Team up and see if you can crack the case.

An Immersive Museum Adventure
Watch the museum transform into a crime-solving playground. Track down cardboard clues, solve puzzles, and interact with quirky characters—surprises await around every corner.

Three Curious Cases to Solve
Your adventure lasts between 1 to 2 hours and includes three entertaining cases, from a vandalized moustache to a victim flattened by an ancient sarcophagus.
Ready to solve the mystery? Gather your team and start your investigation.
Perfect for friends, families, and curious minds – this is not your typical museum visit. It’s an adventure where YOU become the detective!
Just £25 per team
Timed slots
Only one phone needed to play

Mini Makers at Northamptonshire Central Library
2025-07-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2BA, United Kingdom
Come and join us for our exciting Mini Makers childrenâ€™s craft or art activity at Northamptonshire Central Library! Children aged 11 and under and their carers are very welcome to join us for an afternoon of fun, crafts and arts! This is a drop-in session. There is a charge of Â£1 per child.

UoN's 2nd Birthday parkrun
2025-07-12 09:00 | University of Northampton, Waterside Campus, University Dr, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5PH, United Kingdom
Can you believe next week is UoNâ€™s second birthday!! Come and join us celebrate this milestone and Northamptons Pride Day â€“ be bright, be proud, wear your parkrun shirt, or ignore the shenanigans and just enjoy some cake with us ! The roster is already in good shape so let me know if you would like to pace for us!Looking forward to a fun filled day, see you there!

Dancing Schools UK
2025-07-12 10:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Join us for the toe-tapping Grand Final of Dancing Schools UK running by Step by Step Dance School Ltd
This is the 12th year of this fabulous Ballroom and Latin dance event designed to encourage school children from across the region to have a try at dancing and nurture team work. From its early days as Strictly Junior, the show has now evolved to Dancing Schools UK and seen over 3000 children having braved the stage, stepped out into the spotlight and done something they never thought they would do – dance in front of hundreds of people.
In this Grand Final, finalists of the regional school heats across Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire will compete against each other to win the coveted Dancing Schools UK title and Glitter Ball trophy

Exhale. Wind down. Exhale. Activities. Arts and Crafts.
2025-07-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Grandbies, 26 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Exhale. Wind down. Exhale. Activities. Arts and Crafts. Support withveducational health plans.
? Exhale: A Summer Wind-Down for Parents & Carers
Exhale. Wind down. Breathe.
This is your moment to pause, reflect, and prepare – before the busy summer break begins.
Join us for a gentle, supportive gathering designed especially for parents and carers navigating the world of parenting, education, and summer planning. Whether you need a quiet moment, fresh ideas, or someone who understands — this space is for you.
? What’s Happening:

Relaxing arts & crafts activities for adults (and optional children’s table)
Practical support on Educational Health Care Plans (EHCPs)
A leaflet packed with tips and resources to support your wellbeing and your child’s
Info on local clubs, activities & childcare options for the summer holidays
Hot drinks, cake, calm music, and space to just be

? Why Attend?

To recharge before the school holidays begin
To connect with other parents in a non-judgmental space
To get guidance on navigating educational plans or support needs
To gather ideas for summer activities and support systems
To simply exhale

Gladiators of Britain
2025-07-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Explore the history of gladiatorial fights in Britain.

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The events of the amphitheatre – its wild beasts and enslaved fighters – are one of the most enduring aspects of Roman culture that still capture the public imagination today.
This touring exhibition brings together some of the countryâ€™s most important objects to tell the story of Britainâ€™s entertainment venues and the people who died to the roar of the crowd. It will reveal the violence of the arena, and the importance of spectacle within Roman culture.
Highlights include the Colchester Vase loaned by Colchester Museums, which records an actual battle between two real gladiators, and the Hawkedon Helmet, the only confirmed piece of gladiatorial armour from Roman Britain. These iconic loans will be supported by a selection of other items that reveal the popularity of gladiators throughout Roman society.
This tour is in partnership with Colchester and Ipswich Museums and is inspired by the recent exhibition at Colchester Castle, Gladiators: A Day at the Roman Games which featured British Museum loans. It will explore Roman spectacle in the local region, following in the footsteps of the gladiators who fought in the amphitheatres of Britain.

From the Collection: Landscapes
2025-07-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
For centuries, landscape was considered an unworthy subject for serious artistic exploration.
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Until Sunday 4 October
When landscape did appear in paintings, it was often relegated to the background—merely a setting for religious or historical scenes.
This perception began to shift in the 17th century with the work of Nicolas Poussin and Claude Lorrain. These pioneering artists crafted idealised rural vistas to illustrate the myths of Ancient Greece and Rome, imbuing natural elements with metaphorical meaning. Through their romantic and structured visions of the countryside, landscape painting began to gain recognition as a meaningful art form.
It was not until the 19th century, however, that landscape truly came into its own. Artists such as J.M.W. Turner and John Constable redefined the genre, capturing the drama, emotion, and grandeur of the natural world. Their work affirmed landscape as a powerful subject in its own right—one that continues to inspire artists to this day.
Drawing from the museum collections, this exhibition explores the evolution of landscape painting, where nature takes centre stage.
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IN EXTREMIS: Landscape Reimagined
2025-07-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-07-13 10:00 - 17:00 | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
We are very pleased to be hosting this exhibition across all our galleries here at 78 Derngate. Simon James is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of nature and the urban environment in mostly abstract or semi-abstract forms and takes inspiration from his surroundings in the cities of Asia and Europe or, more recently, the English countryside. James trained in Fine Art and Printmaking at London’s Royal Academy and Royal College of Art and he now works across the spectrum from painting and drawing to video and photographic works, having adopted the expressive potential of digital media while working as a designer and independent artist in Asia. Having held solo shows in London, Berlin, Singapore, Shanghai and Tokyo, whilst also designing for TV, publishing and the music industry, Simon was also a university lecturer in multimedia and photography.

www.simonjames.com

Northampton Pride 2025
2025-07-12 11:00 | Northampton Market Square
Now in its 8th year, this much-anticipated event is organised by the Northampton Pride Committee and West Northamptonshire Council’s LGBTQ+ and Allies Forum. Northampton Pride features live performances, walkabout entertainers, food stalls, and much more, creating a welcoming and unforgettable celebration for all.

Northampton Fostering Information Session
2025-07-12 11:00 - 18:00 | Northampton Market Square
TACT East Midlands are hosting a Fostering Information Session at Northampton Pride on Saturday 12th July between 11.00am – 6.00pm.
Members of the TACT East Midlands team will be at the event, including both staff and foster carers. It’ll be a fantastic opportunity to meet our friendly team and to also talk to some of our foster carers and find out more about what it is like to be a foster carer with TACT East Midlands.
Please register before the event: https://tactfostering.org.uk/â€¦/northampton-informationâ€¦/
If you have any questions prior to the event, please call us on 0330 123 2250.
We look forward to seeing you there!

PUMPED UP POLICE
2025-07-12 12:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom

SERIAL KILLER AFTERNOON TEA AND QUIZ
2025-07-12 13:00 - 16:00 | The Eccentric Englishman, 21 St Giles' Street, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Trying something new here….instead of a bottomless brunch quiz, we’re going for an afternoon tea quiz. Same afternoon tea choices except in between each course we will have a quiz round, and a new subject….serial killers!!!

Summer Open Days - June - September at Church of The Holy Sepulchre
2025-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Sheep Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2LY
Summer Open Days â€“ June- September

Every Saturday at 2 p.m. for 2 hours

Please note that this event will not be taking place between 28 Jun 2025 and 5 Jul 2025

Church Of The Holy Sepulchre

Sheep Street/Church Lane Northampton, NN1 3NL, United Kingdom

Our Medieval Round Church has been welcoming visitors since 1100 AD and in 2024 she is set to fling open her doors again.
On Saturdays afternoons from 2pm-4pm from June to September, visitors can learn all about this fascinating church and the historic treasures she contains. (Please note there is no Open Day on 28th June)
If only these walls could talk, I wonder what they would say? For the moment we will let our historians do the talking.
The Holy Sepulchre is the oldest building in Northampton, surviving the great fire, one of only four medieval round churches in the U.K., and has the longest aisle in Northampton.
Historic battles have taken place here, famous people have been married here and royalty has visited.
The stained glass is beautiful, the Soldier’s Chapel delightful and the stories even more intriguing.
Join our volunteers and historians every Saturday from June to September to find out more.
DATES:
Every Saturday from June 6th until 6th September. 2pm-4pm. Please note there is no Open Day on 28th June.
WHERE:
Holy Sepulchre Church Hall, Church Lane, Northampton NN1 3NL.
E-mail tours@holysepulchre.co.uk for more information.
Please note while the church will be open at these times we can’t always guarantee there will be a historian or tour guide on site.

Carnegie Talk - Northampton in the First World War Pt.2 - Terry Whenham
2025-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Northampton Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2BA, United Kingdom
Go back in time over 100 years as we look at World War 1 through the eyes of the people from Northampton. Leave the 21st Century behind as you are taken back to our County town between 1914-1918 and meet some of the people who played a role in winning the war.
We discuss the famous and the not so famous characters.
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The Boston Pride Party
2025-07-12 18:00 | The Boston
Pride After-Party! | SAT 12th July 12th July Seeâ€™s Northamptonshire Council Host Itâ€™s 8th Pride Event @ Market Square (Town Centre)! For Those That Would Like To Carry On The Celebrations, We Are Hosting An After-Party From 6PM* At The Boston! With FREE Entry**, Live Drag Shows & Music From DJ Cilla, Everyone Is Welcome! FREE Entry B4 10PM**Live Drag Shows From 7PM â€“ 11PMHost: Miss Alexis+Wilma Fingadoo+Linda Matthews+DJ Cilla Pop / Party / Dance / CheeseOpen Until 6AM!*Venue OPEN from 4PM**FREE Entry B4 10PM | £5 After 10PMThe Boston, College Street, Northampton, NN1 2QP

Apéro DJ - NOAHMONO
2025-07-12 18:00 - 22:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Apéro DJ: @_noahmono . •balearic•soul•latin•reggae •6-10.

Old Dogs New Tricks
2025-07-12 20:30 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
OLD DOGS NEW TRICKS
Five-piece Milton Keynes & Northants based band performing classic to modern pop and rock. Artists covered include Queen, Pink Floyd, Phil Collins, Gary Numan, Genesis, The Police, Wings, Erasure, Pulp, James, Bruce Springsteen, AC/DC, Led Zeppelin, Simple Minds, White Stripes, Muse, Biffy Clyro, Foo Fighters, Rainbow and Placebo

Join the 360° Wellness Run Club!
2025-07-13 08:00 | 360 Wellness, 73 St Giles Street Northampton, NN1 1JF
Looking to stay active, meet like-minded people, and enjoy the benefits of running? 360° Wellness Run Club meets every Sunday at 8am, welcoming runners of all ages and levels. Whether youâ€™re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, youâ€™re invited to join our supportive community!
We start and finish at 360° Wellness HQ, 73 St Gilesâ€™ Street, NN1 1JF- a boutique wellness centre in the heart of Northampton. Plus, our sister company, St Giles Physiotherapy Clinic (38 York Road, NN1 5QJ), is here to help runners stay injury-free and prepare for events.
Come run with us and be part of something bigger!

Beginner's Photography Class
2025-07-13 09:00 - 12:00
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance! Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
