Northampton BID

Scam Awareness Course
2026-02-28 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Cafe Track, 18 Market Square, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2DL, United Kingdom
Scam Awareness run by Home Instead

Tom Osborne Robinson: Celebrating his life and work
2026-02-28 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
2026-02-28 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.

From the Collection: Women Artists
2026-02-28 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-01 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
2026-02-28 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-01 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.

Carboniferous Monsters: 100 million years before the Dinosaurs
2026-02-28 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Step back to the Carboniferous period, 100 million years before the dinosaurs.
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery

Saturday 21 February – Sunday 7 June 2026

Visit tropical forests and swamps teeming with bizarre and ferocious ancient monsters, some of which had larger teeth than T. rex. Meet the dinosaurs’ distant ancestors, the very first reptiles, the largest creepy-crawlies ever to live, and prehistoric animals unlike anything you’ve ever seen before!
A must-see for prehistoric monster fans of all ages!

The Gruffalo’s Child
2026-02-28 10:30, 2026-03-01 10:30 | 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.
Please click here for Access Performance Information

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.

Still Making A Scene Matinee - relaxed family friendly (PG/12A) + filmmaker Q&A
2026-02-28 14:30 | Delapre Abbey, NN4 8AW
Join us for our relaxed, family friendly Opening Gala matinee which includes a soft drink in the ticket price. Walk the red carpet with us and watch some amazing films in a beautiful Northampton venue. Come dressed up ready to have your photo taken or come in whatever you feel comfortable in! Photos are optional (and free!). We’ll also have an opportunity to ask filmmakers present about their films after watching them.
Most of the films you’ll be watching are part of our 18yrs and Under category, made by local and British young filmmakers. There’s also music, comedy, dance and drama.
We’ve got 2 screenings in one event for you – a PG screening 3pm-4pm then a short interval followed by a 20-minute 12A screening from about 3.15pm. For those that just want to see the PG films, there will be entertainment for you in other rooms in the Abbey – so bring the family and make a creative afternoon of it! All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Doors 2.30pm with screening starting promptly at 3pm (film order may change):
SI Superficial Intelligence
Navigating The Net
The Missing Piece
Lost in the Backrooms
Great Fire of Northampton
Balls.
Bone Collector
Then a short break before the 12A films:
Burnout
Peaches
Small I’s
Dancing To Art
These films have some mild bad language and some injury detail, and contain themes like burnout, apocalypse and rebellion (!) which you might feel is unsuitable for your child who is under 12. Any age child under 12 can watch these films as long as they are accompanied by an adult.
After watching the films, elsewhere in the Abbey you can take part in some creative activities and/or view our Rebels and Revolutionaries art exhibition.
Children are 16yrs and Under. You don’t need to be a family to use the family ticket – any 2 adults (16yrs+) and 2 children (under 16yrs) can be a family for the day!
Free parking is a few hundred metres from the venue. The path from the car park to the venue is a flat gravel path. There is step free access to all spaces and a disabled toilet. Some floors in the Abbey are uneven (not our main event space though). We have flexible seating (padded dining room chairs) and the space can accommodate multiple wheelchair users (no need to book a specific ticket or let us know in advance). While music will be played at this event it will be possible to be in spaces without music playing.
This is a relaxed screening where people are free to move around, make a bit of noise and generally be relaxed! If you are a Disabled Person bringing a carer with you to be able to visit, please contact us to get a free ticket for the carer.
If you have any access queries or want more information about the event content, you are welcome to get in touch via info@northamptonfilmfestival.co.uk, 07930 646721 or visit our arts space The Creative Place on Northampton Market Square.

BATTLE OF THE CASK STRENGTH WHISKIES
2026-02-28 14:30 - 16:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Decide your favourite!

Cask strength whisky has many qualities that you would expect from a standard whisky, however they are not diluted in anyway. Cask strength whiskys are stronger in ABV and bolder in flavour, therefore, making them closer to how the distiller intended! Join us on a tasting journey as we compare some of these spirits!

MACALLAN
2026-02-28 16:30 - 18:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
The sky’s the limit with this scotch!

The Macallan distillery is one of the most prestigious in the world, renowned for their highly sought after whiskies. For this masterclass, we’ll be bringing a slice of Scotland to your table, as we explore different vintages, cask types, and flavours.

Opening Gala: Still Making A Scene (15) + filmmaker Q&A
2026-02-28 18:15 | Delepre Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northants, NN4 8AW, United Kingdom
Join us on the red carpet for our evening Opening Gala to celebrate our 5th birthday – with this year’s theme Still Making A Scene.
Join us to celebrate the Rebels and Revolutionaries, Misfits and Mavericks, Creatives and Changemakers of Northamptonshire and beyond – be part of our scene for the night, a place where people can come together to connect, create and celebrate. Working with filmmakers, artists and our wonderful audiences, we’ve built a vibrant creative scene locally over the past 5 years and we hope to continue to be the home of film, creativity and connection in Northants for more years to come…
So let’s party and watch some amazing films. Dressing up is encouraged – Make A Scene – but any get up is fine – be comfortable and be you.
Your ticket includes a glass of prosecco which can be swapped on the night for a beer or soft drink. If you are under 18yrs you will automatically be given a soft drink. Proof of age may be required so bring your ID!
Doors and red carpet 6.15pm
Films start 7pm
Films and filmmaker Q&A will end circa 8.30pm
The party ends at 9.30pm but the festival has just begun…
Free parking is a few hundred metres from the venue. The path from the car park to the venue is a flat gravel path. There is step free access to all spaces and a disabled toilet. Some floors in the Abbey are uneven (not our main event space though). We have flexible seating (padded dining room chairs) and the space can accommodate multiple wheelchair users (no need to book a specific ticket or let us know in advance). While music will be played at this event it will be possible to be in spaces without music playing.
This event has a 15 certificate so all guests must be 15 years or older. Proof may be required. Films contain sexual references, bad language and injury detail, and themes of death and abuse. We are happy to provide more information on access, trigger warnings etc so please feel free to contact us on info@northamptonfilmfestival.co.uk, 07930 646721 or to pop into our arts space The Creative Place on Northampton Market Square.

Taylormania 2026
2026-02-28 18:30 - 20:50 | The Old Savoy – The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
An award winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time. Katy Ellis a self obsessed ‘Swiftie’ with an incredible live band and dancers promises to deliver the most authentic recreation of a Taylor Swift show you will ever see.

PLEASE NOTE DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS SHOW THERE IS A STRONG POSSIBILITY THAT PEOPLE MAY STAND UP AND DANCE AROUND YOU AND IN FRONT OF YOU

The show has already taken ‘Swiftie’ fans across the world by storm and features all of Taylor’s much loved hits including ; Shake It Off, Blank Space, Love Story, You Belong With Me, Look What You Made Me Do, I Knew You Were Trouble and many, many more.

Top Gs Like Me
2026-02-28 19:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
A new comedy, set in Northampton, about growing up online.
FULL CAST ANNOUNCED!
Aidan’s lost. His best mate’s starting uni, his mum can’t get out of bed, and his new side hustle has questionable legality. Meanwhile, he’s stacking shelves at the supermarket wondering if this is all he’s cut out for. He’s got hobbies – hanging out at the skate park and doom scrolling his days away.
As he’s lapping up the algorithm ‘Hugo Bang’ appears with the promise to help Aidan become the alpha he was born to be.
Will Hugo Bang help Aidan get his life back on track, or will he lead Aidan to a darker, more dangerous place?
Directed by Jesse Jones, this brand-new play by local playwright Samson Hawkins (author of Stratford East’s critically acclaimed Village Idiot) crackles with dry humour and a modern-day wit.
Transforming the Derngate auditorium into a skatepark, this Made In Northampton production dives headfirst into the influence of online culture, the pull of toxic masculinity, and the search for identity in the digital age.
Top Gs Like Me was developed with the support of the National Theatre’s Generate programme.
Initially developed through the Royal & Derngate Generate programme in partnership with Andy Routledge.

Murder At Midnight
2026-02-28 19:30, 2026-03-02 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
A murder mystery like no other…
Starring national favourites Jason Durr (Heartbeat, Casualty), Susie Blake (Victoria Wood’s As Seen On TV, Coronation Street), Max Bowden, best known for his role as Ben Mitchell in EastEnders, and Katie McGlynn (Waterloo Road,Coronation Street, Hollyoaks).
A killer night out!
From the writer of Murder in the Dark comes a deliciously twisted crime caper like no other.
It’s New Year’s Eve in a quiet corner of Kent and a killer is in the house…
We meet Jonny ‘The Cyclops’-the notorious gangster, his glamorous wife, his trigger-happy sidekick, his mum—who’s seeing things, her very jittery carer, plus a vicar who’s hiding something and a nervous burglar dressed as a clown.
Throw in a suitcase full of cash, a stash of deadly weapons, and one infamous unsolved murder… What could possibly go wrong?
Join us for a murder mystery with a difference. One house. Seven suspects and a Murder at Midnight…
Written by acclaimed writer Torben Betts and produced by the award-winning Original Theatre (Birdsong, Murder In The Dark, The Mirror Crack’d) Murder At Midnight is a gripping murder mystery filled with twists, chilling suspense and wickedly dark humour–guaranteed to keep you guessing until the final stroke of midnight.
Cast also includes Callum Balmforth, Peter Moreton, Iryna Poplavska, Bella Farr and Andy McLeod.

The Rise & Fall of Little Voice
2026-02-28 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
White Cobra Theatricals proudly presents The Rise and Fall of Little Voice, Jim Cartwright’s Olivier Award-winning modern classic.

Shy and reclusive LV spends her days locked away in her bedroom, finding solace in her father’s old records. But when she opens her mouth to sing, something extraordinary happens: the powerful voices of countless divas pour out.
When a sleazy talent scout hears her gift however, LV is thrust into a spotlight she never asked for, much to the annoyance of her brash, larger-than-life mother.
As dreams clash with desperation, Little Voice must find the courage to speak—and sing—for herself.
Funny, raw and heartbreakingly human! Don’t miss this bittersweet tale that celebrates the magic of music and the fight to be heard.
This amateur production of “The Rise and Fall of Little Voice” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. On behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

Chloe Petts
2026-02-28 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Following three sell-out shows, Chloe Petts (Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News for You) returns with a brand-new tour, and she’s delving where she’s never delved before: this is a show about sex. The problem is that she blushes every time she says that word. Expect routines about Page 3, lad culture and most importantly, big, fat naturals.
★★★★★ “Hilarious… this is certainly comedy that packs a punch.” The i
★★★★ “One of our most compelling young comics” The Guardian

LETZ ZEP – THE ROADMENDER
2026-02-28 19:30 - 22:30 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
That was the comment in Q magazine by Robert Plant himself on the Letz Zep gig he attended in London, he continued to say that it is like watching himself on stage! Robert also commented that the physical similarity between himself and Letz Zep vocalist Billy Kulke is ‘Spooky’.
Plant also gave the band his blessing when interviewed on VH1 TV show ‘In The Round’.
Letz Zep are the official number one tribute to Led Zeppelin and Baby They Ain’t Foolin’
An achievement marked by the authoritative Ticketmaster organisation when they awarded the band ‘The Most Popular’ and ‘The Most Highly Rated tribute to Led Zeppelin today.

THE 2 TONES
2026-02-28 21:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
The 2 Tones are back like never before!Fuelled by sharp rhythms, bold horns, and unstoppable groove, we bring the taste of summer wherever we play. Rooted in ska tradition and driven by pure live energy, our sound is made for packed dance floors and nights that never end.

Live Band – The New Classics
2026-02-28 21:00 - 23:30 | The Fish Pub, 11 Fish St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2AA, United Kingdom
5 piece band covering Rock, Pop, Funk and R&B classics.
These guys are absolutely ace and one of our all time favs……you won’t want to miss this one!!

The Atomics at The Wig & Pen Northampton
2026-03-01 16:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
The Atomics at The Wig & Pen Northampton
Back in the heated garden at the fabulous Wig and Pen! Join us for a great afternoon of retro tunes 💃🏻🕺

Free drinks reception @ '78 Derngate' for Rebel and Revolutionary ticketholders only
2026-03-01 17:00 | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
For ticketholders of our Rebel and Revolutionary short film screening, you’re welcome to join us for a free drink and look round the amazing 78 Derngate ahead of the screening. 78 Derngate is on the same road as the Filmhouse so there is easy access to the screening from there.
Designed and re-modelled by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1916, 78 Derngate was the architect’s final major commission. It is the only place outside Scotland in which Mackintosh’s mature architectural and interior style can be seen in their original setting. Please see The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House – Your Visit to 78 Derngate for accessibility information – there is a lift to our drinks space – and more information about the house.
Drinks and entry to the house are free to ticketholders – the house is closed to the public at the time.

78 Derngate
78 Derngate
Northampton
NN1 1UH
March 1, 2026, 5:00 – 6:45 PM GMT

THEE UN-NAMED
2026-03-01 18:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Playing rock ’n’ roll the old way Raw, reckless, and soaked in swing. Drawing from the early fire of rockabilly, rhythm & blues, and primitive rock ’n’ roll, the band sounds like something leaking out of a late-night jukebox, sometime after midnight and just before trouble starts.There’s romance and menace, humor and hurt, and just enough chaos to keep things dangerous.THEE UN-NAMED leans into classic rock ’n’ roll themes —love gone wrong, fast living, bad decisions, and restless hearts —pulled straight from the long tradition of the music that influenced everything !Stories wrapped in melodies that feel older than the names attached to them, familiar yet untamed.

Rebel and Revolutionary short films (18) + filmmaker Q&A
2026-03-01 19:00 | Northampton Filmhouse
Your ticket includes a free drink at 78 Derngate from 5pm ahead of this screening – join us for a drink and a free look around this amazing house ahead of the films. The Filmhouse is only a few hundred metres away. Please book a free ticket on the schedule so we can keep you updated.
NFF says Northants is a county of Rebels and Revolutionaries, Misfits and Mavericks, Creatives and Changemakers so we’ve picked out a selection of short films from this year’s entries to match some of those themes.
This programme includes animation, documentary, drama, LGBTQ+ historical drama and some comedy. A bit of everything! It’s an 18 so be prepared for strong themes, bad language, violence and sex.
Films start promptly at 7pm – no trailers. Doors open 20 minutes before the films start.
Northampton Filmhouse has step free access to the screening room but only 1 wheelchair space and only 1 row of chairs without using steps. The wheelchair space can be booked below but if you’d like to reserve a space in the top row please book a ticket then contact us. If you are a wheelchair user who wants to attend but the wheelchair space is sold out, please contact us so we can see what we can do.
50p from every ticket sold for Northampton Filmhouse festival screening goes to our charity partner CLICK Arts Foundation. Home – Click Arts Foundation

Women in Film short films (12A) + filmmaker Q&A
2026-03-02 17:45 | Northampton Filmhouse
Following sold out Women in Film screenings from 2025, they’re back for 2026! Watch a selection of great films entered into this year’s festival made by and featuring women and women’s stories. We’ll get a chance to put our questions to some of the filmmakers after the screening including Swim Sistas’ Jasmine Boatswain (who you may recognise from The Traitors!), Statue in the Garden’ Qianhui Yu (Writer, Director, Animator) and Playground’s Tayla Halfacre.
The programme includes animation, documentary, local films, LGBTQ+ drama, comedy and experimental films. There is some strong language (but within the 12A certificate guidelines), brief use of racist terms (in an otherwise empowering film), and discussion of death, sex and sexuality. Those under 12yrs are able to watch the films if accompanied by an adult.
Films start promptly at 5.45pm – no trailers. Doors open 20 minutes before the films start.
Northampton Filmhouse has step free access to the screening room but only 1 wheelchair space and only 1 row of chairs without using steps. The wheelchair space can be booked below but if you’d like to reserve a space in the top row please book a ticket then contact us. If you are a wheelchair user who wants to attend but the wheelchair space is sold out, please contact us so we can see what we can do.
50p from every ticket sold for Northampton Filmhouse festival screening goes to our charity partner CLICK Arts Foundation. Home – Click Arts Foundation

Misfit and Maverick short films (18) + filmmaker Q&A
2026-03-02 20:15 | Northampton Filmhouse
Northants is a county of Rebels and Revolutionaries, Misfits and Mavericks, Creatives and Changemakers – so here’s a selection of shorts from our 2026 submissions which we thought fitted under the Misfits or Mavericks themes. Here at NFF we think there’s lots of positivity around the idea of being a misfit. Misfits and Mavericks think differently, take up space differently, but also sometimes we all have that desire to just fit in….
Films start promptly at 8.15pm – no trailers. Doors open 20 minutes before the films start.
Northampton Filmhouse has step free access to the screening room but only 1 wheelchair space and only 1 row of chairs without using steps. The wheelchair space can be booked below but if you’d like to reserve a space in the top row please book a ticket then contact us. If you are a wheelchair user who wants to attend but the wheelchair space is sold out, please contact us so we can see what we can do.
50p from every ticket sold for Northampton Filmhouse festival screening goes to our charity partner CLICK Arts Foundation. Home – Click Arts Foundation
