Northampton Town and County Art Society Annual Exhibition
2025-01-17 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-18 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-19 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-22 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Northampton Town & County Art Society presents its 107th annual show with a selection of members and non-membersâ€™ artwork.
The annual show features the works of professional and celebrated local artists, this year’s exhibition will again feature works by non-society members which bring an exciting edge to an already popular show, and adds to the rich variety of styles and media from the cream of Northamptonshire artists. Free entry.

Mini Museum Explorers!
2025-01-17 10:15 - 11:45 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Mini Museum Explorers!
This week â€“ Toys & Games!
Friday, 17 January
10:15 – 11:45 AM
£5 per child per session
Calling all mini adventurers!
Bring your little ones (ages 2.5–5) to our fun and creative pre-school sessions! Each week, we dive into a different magical theme with:

Engaging stories
Hands-on arts & crafts
Joyful music
New friends to meet

Parents and carers, this is your chance to enjoy a relaxed morning while your kids play, create, and explore! Plus, we’ve got snacks for the kids and tea or coffee for you—perfect for making lasting memories together.
Join us every Friday during term time and let’s make Fridays extra special!
Book your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/â€¦/mini-museum-explorers-atâ€¦
See you soon!

FROM THE JAM ‘SETTING SONS’ TOUR
2025-01-17 19:00 - 22:30 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
FROM THE JAM ‘Setting Sons’ 45th Anniversary Tour
From the Jam WERE FORMED IN 2006 WHEN Russell Hastings AND Rick Buckler (EX-THE JAM DRUMMER), WHO WERE TOURING AS The Gift, JOINED FORCES WITH Bruce Foxton (EX-THE JAM BASSIST AND SONGWRITER), TO FORM From The Jam. Russell Hastings HAS BEEN THE ONLY FRONTMAN TO WORK WITH BOTH Rick Buckler AND Bruce Foxton SINCE Paul Weller.
From the Jam WILL TOUR THE UK CELEBRATING THE 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF The Jam’S FOURTH STUDIO ALBUM SETTING SONS. THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED ALBUM REACHED #4 IN THE UK AND WAS THE BAND’S FIRST ALBUM TO ENTER THE US CHARTS. SUCCEEDING ALL MOD CONS, THE ALBUM BECAME A COMMERCIAL SUCCESS, EARNING THEM THEIR FIRST TOP TEN HIT SINGLE THE ETON RIFLES. ”IT SEEMS THAT EVEN THE OBSCURE ALBUM TRACKS LIKE LITTLE BOY SOLDIERS AND THICK AS THIEVES ARE AS POPULAR WHEN WE PLAY THEM LIVE AS THE HIT SINGLES.” SAYS Russell Hastings

Dear Evan Hansen
2025-01-17 19:30, 2025-01-18 14:30 - 17:00, 2025-01-18 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Today is going to be a good day. And here’s why…
Meet Evan: an anxious high school kid who wants nothing more than to fit in. The thing is, on his way to fitting in, he didn’t tell the whole truth. And now must give up on a life he never dreamt he’d have. As events spiral and the truth comes out, Evan faces a reckoning with himself and everyone around him.
Packed with some of the biggest musical theatre songs of the last decade, Dear Evan Hansen has a score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Oscar-winning composers for The Greatest Showman), book by Steven Levenson and more awards than can be listed here. Well OK, we’ll mention a few: its Tony® Award for Best Musical, Olivier Award for Best New Musical, Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Score… no big deal but the list goes on!
With direction by Adam Penford (Artistic Director at Nottingham Playhouse), this brand-new production marks the first time that the Broadway and West End phenomenon will tour the UK and Ireland. Casting has been announced with Ryan Kopel (Newsies) cast in the iconic role of Evan Hansen, alongside Lauren Conroy (Into The Woods) as Zoe Murphy and Alice Fearn (Wicked, Come From Away) as Evan’s mum, Heidi.
They will be joined by Helen Anker (Mamma Mia!) as Cynthia Murphy, Richard Hurst (The Lion King) as Larry Murphy, Killian Thomas Lefevre (Bat Out Of Hell) as Connor Murphy, Tom Dickerson (Heathers) as Jared Kleinman and Vivian Panka (9 to 5 the Musical) as Alana Beck.
The show collaborated with TikTok during the audition process, inviting those interested in being cast in the production to upload a video singing any number from the show. Over 2000 videos were submitted, 36 TikTok users were invited to in-person auditions and Sonny Monaghan was cast in the ensemble, and as alternate Evan (performing the role twice a week, at every matinee performance).
So book now for the Dear Evan Hansen tour coming to Northampton in January 2025!

Our Man in Havana
2025-01-17 19:30, 2025-01-18 19:30 | 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.
Jim Wormold, an under-employed vacuum cleaner salesman living in 1950s Cuba, is struggling to pay for his teenage daughter’s increasingly extravagant lifestyle. So when the British Secret Service asks him to become their Man in Havana he can’t afford to say no.
There’s just one problem: he doesn’t know anything! To avoid suspicion he begins concocting a series of intricate fictions. But Wormold soon discovers that his stories are closer to the truth than he could have ever imagined.
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SOLD OUT Comedy at the Bradlaugh
2025-01-17 20:00 - 22:30 | The Charles Bradlaugh, 1 Earl St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AU, United Kingdom
Ian Stone
Scott Bennett
Russell Arathoon
Abbie Edwards
Osman Shibli

Black Rose Society @ The King Billy Rock Bar
2025-01-17 21:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom

Ivor Johnson
2025-01-17 21:00 - 23:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Friday 17th January, the Wig and Pen are hosting Ivor Johnson from 9pm.

UON Open Day
2025-01-18 08:45 - 14:30 | University of Northampton, Waterside Campus, University Dr, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5PH, United Kingdom
What happens at university open days?
University Open days give you the opportunity to find out more about a University and see everything that it has to offer. UON open days are free and include information on the courses available and give a chance to explore the campus. It’s the best way to find out what it’s really like to study with us at the University of Northampton!
At a University of Northampton open day you can:

Get subject information delivered by our academic staff, to give you a real taste of the courses we offer.
Quiz our current students on every aspect of student life.
Take a tour of Campus
Get a feel for our halls of residences
Speak to advisors and find out about bursaries, scholarships, accommodation and student support.
Ask your questions about postgraduate and master’s options.
Chat to the Students’ Union and meet representatives from our clubs and societies.

The specific timings for our university open days may be subject to change but you can view a sample schedule to help plan your day.

Skate into the New Year in Northampton!
2025-01-18 11:00 - 18:00 | Northampton Market Square
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Visitors to the Market Square and town centre can enjoy a day of free winter skating and activities between 11am and 6pm on Saturday, 18th January.
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Activities include:
â€“ Winter Skating Rink with skate aids for children ????
- @thesilentdiscoproject New Year’s Party Sessions â€“ get your dancing shoes ready! ?????
- @lemonpopacademy will be offering ‘make and take’ activities where budding artists can also colour in the ‘Winter Wonderland in Northampton’ community canvas ?
â€“ Children’s ‘have a go’ Curling Lane ???
â€“ Face painting with @vividstrokesbyamie ?
â€“ Yummy treats from @sweetchimneycake ?
â€“ Children’s Fun Fair Rides ?
Northampton Town Council have partnered with @westnorthants and @northamptonbid to organise this one-off event, after the Becket’s Park Winter Wonderland date was cancelled due to bad weather in the lead-up to Christmas.
Beat the January blues, get the kids out the house, support our local businesses and join us for a day of fantastic free family fun in the heart of the town!
For more information, keep an eye on Northampton Town Council’s social media pages and website: https://www.northamptontowncouncil.gov.uk/skate-into-the-new-year
Booking is recommended for The Silent Disco Project sessions – details coming soon on how to book!
All events are free of charge. (Please note, charges apply for Children’s Fun Fair Rides, Vivid Strokes Face painting and food/drink vendors.)

Saturday social - all ages welcome
2025-01-18 12:00 | Coconut Paradise, 9 Gold Street Mews, Northampton, northamptonshire, NN1 1RA, United Kingdom
Saturday social â€“ all ages welcome

Coconut Paradise Community Cafe, Northampton, NN1 1RA

Sat 18th January 2025 12:00PM

Saturday daytime social, all welcome.
Will include arts, crafts, books and games.
£3 per person includes a drink and cake.

Event Details: Starts at 12:00PM

Location: Coconut Paradise Community Cafe, Northampton, NN1 1RA

Wax & Whisk: Matcha Candle Making Workshop
2025-01-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Grandbies, 26 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Join us for a cozy afternoon of candle making and matcha sipping! Unlimited matcha included for the ticket!

NORTHAMPTON SAINTS Vs MUNSTER
2025-01-18 15:15 | Franklinâ€™s Gardens, Weedon Rd, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN5 5BG, United Kingdom

NEW YEAR CONCERT
2025-01-18 18:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery, Northampton, NN1 1DP

Sat 18th January 2025

The Enlightenment

Join some of Fioriâ€™s favourite players to celebrate New Year 2025.
To honour Albert Schweitzer - musician, philosopher & humanitarian (who was born 150 years ago in January 1875) â€“ Fiori perform a New Year concert of Enlightenment music, fittingly set in Northampton’s Museum & Art Gallery & featuring Heidi Fardell flute & Kerstin Linder-Dewan in amiable flute quartets by some of the Enlightenment’s lesser known pioneering musical spirits. This concert takes place in the fine centrally located setting of Northamptonâ€™s recently refurbished Museum & Art Gallery.
JC Bach Flute quartet III in C
JP Salomon Duo for violin and cello in G
Fiorillo Flute quartet no.6 in E minor
CPE Bach Flute divertimento in G (642)
F Benda Violin sonata in C minor
T Giordani Flute quartet in D op2 no5
Fiori Musicali Chamber Ensemble
on authentic instruments
Heidi Fardell flute
Kerstin Linder-Dewan violin
Poppy Walshaw cello
& the Fiori Chamber Ensemble
Penelope Rapson harpsichord/director
Tickets:
Main area â€“ £30
Restricted view â€“ £20
concessions, for children, students and blue badge
This concert is supported by the Continuo Foundation

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.

The Wig & Pen - Boxeddy
2025-01-18 21:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Join us from 9pm

Powerchild @ The King Billy Rock Bar
2025-01-18 21:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom

Men’s Wellness Walk
2025-01-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Sunday 19th January , 11am â€“ Men’s Wellness Walk w/ @litcounselling @nn_mens_wellness_walks @_simeonjames (Just turn up!)

Sip & Paint
2025-01-19 13:00 - 16:00 | Grandbies, 26 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Unleash your creativity at our Sip and Paint! a fun and relaxing evening where art meets leisure!

The Wig & Pen - Blagwagon
2025-01-19 16:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Playing live from 4pm

CURATION
2025-01-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
EXPLORING THE SOCIETYâ€™S COLLECTIONS. The society has a number of important collections including â€“ butterflies, shells, eggs, sands, microscope slides, rocks, minerals and Northamptonshire fossils. This is a great opportunity to look at our extensive collections, to draw, study them or just appreciate their beauty. Also, if you wish to assist us conserving or documenting you would be welcome

MICROSCOPY
2025-01-21 14:30 - 16:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
SPECIALISED INSECT BODY PARTS â€“ SESSION 1 by Kevin Rowley. Insects are a huge and varied group of organisms with body parts specialised to many different functions. Kevin plans to show us how these can benefit the animals as well as how they can help us to identify what group various insects belong to.

Art Jam & Cocktails
2025-01-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Saints Coffee, 62 St Giles' St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JW, United Kingdom
Tuesday 21st January, 7pm â€“ Art Jam & Cocktails w/ @sophiesladeart (Tickets available at sophiesladeart.com)
