The Gruffalo’s Child
2026-02-13 10:30, 2026-02-14 10:30, 2026-02-15 10:30 (Europe/London) | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should

Ever set foot in the deep dark wood…
Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?
Let your imagination run wild with songs, laughs and scary fun for everyone aged 3 to 103.

Adapted from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning picture book
The Gruffalo’s Child © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2004–Macmillan Children’s Books

Access Enhanced Performance
Relaxed Performance
The performance on Sat 7 February 10.30am will be Relaxed.
Audio Described & Touch Tour
The performance on Sun 8 February 1.30pm will be Audio Described. (Touch Tour begins at 12.30pm) This performance will be described by Talking Theatre.
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EDUCATIONAL RATE
£12 with 1 free ticket for every 10

Click here to find out more about how to make a group booking at the above prices.

Bridgerton and Valentine's Day themed Candlelight concerts coming to Northampton for the ultimate romantic experience ❤️
2026-02-13 18:00, 2026-02-14 20:30 | Northamptonshire
Candlelight® brings two romantic musical experiences to Northampton this Valentine’s season
The concert series presents two string-quartet programmes: Valentine’s Day Special, showcasing timeless love songs and film themes, and Best of Bridgerton on Strings, featuring music from the beloved Netflix and Shondaland series
Northampton, January 2026 – Candlelight®, the series of live concerts presented by Fever, brings a romantic experience to Northampton to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Held at The Guildhall Northampton on 13 February, the concert will feature a string quartet performing timeless love songs and iconic film themes, including “Unchained Melody,” “La Vie En Rose,” “Can’t Help Falling in Love” and “My Heart Will Go On,” all reimagined in an intimate candlelit setting. Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special, now embraced as a new tradition by audiences around the world,
During the Valentine’s season, the Candlelight® series also presents the Best of Bridgerton on Strings concert, scheduled to take place at Northampton Museum and Art Gallery on 14 February. Developed in collaboration with Netflix and Shondaland, the program features a string quartet performing some of the most renowned songs from the series, inviting fans to relive Bridgerton’s fairy-tale romances in a spectacular candlelit setting, just as anticipation builds for the upcoming fourth season, premiering in two batches on January 29 and February 26, only on Netflix.

Programming below:
Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
Venue: The Guildhall Northampton
Dates and times: Feb 13th 18:00
From: £29.00
Tickets can be purchased at: https://feverup.com/m/412024

Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings
Venue: Northampton Museum and Art Gallery
Dates and times: Feb 14th 20:30; Mar 14th 20:30
From: £23.00
Tickets can be purchased at: https://feverup.com/m/471523

For more information about Candlelight, access here.
Download general pictures of the experience here.

About Candlelight
Candlelight® is a series of live concerts presented by Fever, designed to democratize access to classical music. This innovative format offers a unique musical experience through a diverse selection of programs, catering to a wide range of tastes. Performed by talented local musicians in iconic venues illuminated by thousands of candles, Candlelight creates an immersive and intimate atmosphere. Candlelight draws in a broad audience, including those who may have never considered attending a classical music concert. Audiences can connect with the masterpieces of composers like Vivaldi, Mozart, and Chopin, while also enjoying fresh interpretations of popular hits from artists like Queen, ABBA, Coldplay, and Ed Sheeran. The Candlelight brand has delighted millions of guests in over 40 countries worldwide.

About Fever
Fever is the world’s leading tech platform for discovering culture and live entertainment, inspiring over 300 million people last year to discover the best experiences in over 40 countries. With a mission to democratize access to culture and entertainment in real life, Fever inspires users to enjoy unique experiences and events —from immersive exhibitions and sports to interactive theatrical performances, concerts, and festivals— while empowering its partners with data and technology to develop and expand new experiences worldwide.

Fill your Heart with Pasta - With Carmela's Kitchen
2026-02-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Join us for a celebration of love, laughter and carbs with this fun pasta-filling evening —perfect for partners, friends and family!

Suzi Ruffell: The Juggle
2026-02-13 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
It’s hard to be good all the time. A good mother, a good daughter, a good partner, a good friend, a good person. To be ambitious but not ruthless; a success but not a sell-out. A gentle parent but not a pushover. To be smashing life and make it look easy. The juggle. Suzi is exhausted and she hasn’t even started. This is a stand-up show and a support group!
The Juggle is a brand new tour from confessional multi-award-winning comedian Suzi Ruffell.
“A fabulously funny show from a class act” – ★★★★ Evening Standard
Suzi has appeared on Live At The Apollo, The Jonathan Ross Show, The Last Leg and QI. Suzi co-hosts smash-hit podcasts Big Kick Energy with Maisie Adam and Like Minded Friends with Tom Allen, as well as having her own podcast, OUT With Suzi Ruffell. She even finds time to host on Virgin Radio. Suzi’s debut book, Am I Having Fun Now? was released in June 2025.

Tribute to The Carpenters
2026-02-13 19:30 - 21:30 | The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Tribute to The Carpenters
One of the original, very first tribute shows touring the UK is back by popular demand, with an all new production of, Tribute to The Carpenters.
Brought to you by renown producers, Entertainers. Home to shows including, The Magic of Motown, Fastlove and Lost in Music.
Join us for the one very special night as we celebrate the music of the Carpenters and take you on a musical journey through all the hits and the sound track of our lives. Songs including, Close to you, Top of the world, Raining days and Mondays, Mr Postman, Goodbye to Love and many many more.

Featuring Gordy Marshall’s, The British Carpenters, starring the fantastic Sally Creedon as Karen Carpenter and with a fantastic cast made up of musicians straight from London’s West End.
This show is not be missed, it’s a beautiful moving musical journey. So join us as we bring you the smallest of dreams coming true and as we escape this world full of madness, for one night only.
Tribute to The Carpenters, touring the UK once again.

Swiftogeddon - The Taylor Themed Club Night - Northampton (Early Show)
2026-02-13 20:00 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
Swiftogeddon: The Taylor Themed Club Night

The legendary night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift: non-stop Swifty all night: deep cuts, fan favourites and all the hits.
Do you have a Blank Space in your diary? Then this night is Taylor-made for you!
Join fellow fans in a celebration of the genius of the Swift – because she’ll never go out of Style.
This is an 18+ event

DJ MISTER 1
2026-02-13 20:30 - 23:30 | Turtle Bay, 2-6 Gold Street, Northampton, NN1 1RS
Dancehall/Reggae/RnB

BIG PHAT JUKEBOX
2026-02-13 21:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Get ready for a massive night of hits!From Oasis to ABBA, The Weeknd to A-ha, and so many more, Big Phat Jukebox deliver the ultimate soundtrack to your night out.Expect big tunes, big energy, and non-stop singalongs — every era, every style, one incredible show.Big Phat Jukebox — the party starts here!

SEEKING PERFECTION
2026-02-13 21:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Live music from 9pm.

Tom Osborne Robinson: Celebrating his life and work
2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-15 10:00 - 16:30 | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
Retrospective – The Gallery
An exhibition celebrating Tom Osborne Robinson’s passion for the Charles Rennie Mackintosh House and his association with both Bassett-Lowke and the Royal Theatre, Northampton.
The Mayor of Northampton will officially launch the exhibition at 2pm on Sunday February 1st
From Sunday February 1st – to Sunday March 8th
In The Barwell Room
10.00am – 4.30pm

78 Derngate: A Retrospective
2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-15 10:00 - 16:30 | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
A-level students in Art & Textiles from Northampton High School display an abundance of young talent in the Mezzanine areas.
Free of charge.

A History of Northamptonshire in 100 Objects
2026-02-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
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.

From the Collection: Women Artists
2026-02-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
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.

Lifelines: The work of Sculptor Nicolas Moreton
2026-02-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-15 12:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery presents a solo exhibition of the stone carving of sculptor Nicolas Moreton to the public.
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery

Saturday 17 January – Sunday 22 March 2026

The artist has been described as ‘a modern master of the medium of stone carving’ and his works are collected worldwide. The exhibition has two strands celebrating human life and the force of water.
Visitor Advisory: This exhibition includes sculptures featuring the nude human form and parental discretion is advised.

Fever: Ballet Of Lights
2026-02-14 16:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Experience Sleeping Beauty like never before in this dance and light show.
Enjoy a unique fusion of classical ballet and modern technology, where local dancers literally light up the stage with glittering routines and glow-in-the-dark costumes. The timeless tale of the cursed princess awakened by her true love’s kiss comes to life on stage, as pirouettes and gravity-defying leaps cast a kaleidoscope of colours across the space.
It’s a beautiful production you won’t want to miss! Get your tickets now for Fever: Ballet Of Lights!
Tickets are sold through Fever’s website. Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis within each zone.

Handbag Heaven Club Night
2026-02-14 19:00 | The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Live on Stage
“It’s a night of Old Skool disco! Where do people who used to tear up the dancefloors in the 60s/ 70s/ 80s or even 90s go to now if they want to dance?
To a Handbag Heaven Club Night at The Old Savoy!
A riot of memories, camp fun and iconic tunes hosted by Radio Northampton’s Bernie Keith, it’s a return to the dance floors we grew up with. 4 hours of non-stop dancing at The Deco – Handbag Heaven Club Nights will be the place to bring it all back!”
Get your tickets now. Doors at 7pm, fun starts 7.30pm – Over 18’s only

Choir Fest
2026-02-14 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Member priority booking period begins at 10am on Thu 27 November

If you are a member, please make sure you are logged into your account before clicking the Times & Book button to select your seats. To learn more about becoming a member, please click here or speak to our Box Office in person or at 01604 624811.
The show will be on general sale on Fri 28 November at 10am

After a show-stopping performance of ‘Stand By Me’ at the wedding of The Duke & Duchess of Sussex, record deal with Sony Music UK, debut album plus sell-out UK and USA tours, founder and conductor of the Kingdom Choir, Karen Gibson MBE will be the sharing the stage with 200 voices at Collide: A Choirfest Experience!
ChoirFest will boast an eclectic music concept featuring West Northants based, award nominated The Northampton Male Voice Choir, Queen Eleanor Choir and Northants Sings Out (West) during a trailblazing, highly ambitious collaboration of their musical genres and individual styles. The absolute finest from an array of artistic disciplines are also set to feature during this hotly anticipated musical experience.
Featuring specially arranged mass ensemble pieces led by award-winning, MD Gareth Fuller (Choir Director to many including during Liam Gallagher’s sold out Knebworth shows) the evening is set against a backdrop of an all-star live band and string quartet plus full production crew all credited with supporting A-list music artists at sell-out stadium tours and international festivals.
The visual and musical journey will be knitted together by Artistic Direction set to celebrate collaboration; pop meets classical, rock meets orchestral. Creative meets culture. See what happens when musical differences Collide on one stage with one voice, hitting every genre of music along the way!

QUEEN OF HEARTS
2026-02-14 21:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Queen of Hearts – Valentine’s Day Special Get ready for a night of non-stop anthems as Queen of Hearts brings you a high-energy live show packed with the best of pop, rock, and punk — from iconic classics to modern bangers. Expect wall-to-wall hits from past and present that’ll have you singing loud, dancing harder, and losing your voice by the end of the night. From Blondie, Green Day, Paramore, and The Killers to today’s chart-topping favourites — this show has it all. Queen of Hearts — ruling over live musicDon’t miss it. Tell your friends. Be there

DOWN SOUTH
2026-02-14 21:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom

Tabletop Sale at The Old Savoy!
2026-02-15 10:00 - 14:00 | The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Join us for a fantastic indoor tabletop sale at The Old Savoy! Browse a great variety of stalls offering bargains, treasures, and unique finds — all in the warmth and comfort of our beautiful indoor venue.
No need to brave the winter chill or worry about the weather — no cold car boots here!

Come along, shop, sell, and enjoy a friendly community atmosphere.

10% OFF theatre tickets for visitors on the day!*

Tables to sell are still available at £10 – please call us to book!

£1 entry for over 12’s

* 10% not to be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts.

Valentine’s Opera Gala with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
2026-02-15 15:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Jordan de Souza Conductor
Anne-Marie MacIntosh Soprano
Nicky Spence OBE Tenor
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
If music be the food of love, opera is the ultimate candlelit dinner – an endless banquet of soaring passion, tender emotions and melodies that go straight to your heart. This Valentine’s weekend, treat the special people in your life to the full menu: a whole afternoon of operatic romance at its most indulgent, dressed in the silken sound of the full Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and delivered with love by the maestro Jordan de Souza. With a glittering line-up of opera stars, expect to be swept off your feet with beautiful singing and glorious tunes.
Nicky Spence ‘displayed his unstoppable and expansive energy, adaptability and wit, from Ravel and Poulenc to John Dankworth, Victoria Wood and Stephen Sondheim… It was over too soon.’ – The Guardian, November 2024
Anne-Marie MacIntosh ‘brought a wealth of experience to her role…Right from the get go, the audience sensed that MacIntosh was in full control…. with a strength and sumptuousness which made her vocal fireworks seem effortless.’ – Opera Canada, January 2025

NO ANGELS
2026-02-15 16:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Live music from 4pm.
