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SUMMARY:She Means Business: Networking\, Talks\, Coffee\, Panels
DESCRIPTION:Calling all boss ladies! She Means Business is a must-attend event for women looking to connect\, learn\, and grow in their professional careers or businesses. Whether you’re an established entrepreneur\, a professional\, or a career-driven woman\, this event is designed to inspire\, educate\, and equip you with practical tools to step into your confidence and achieve your goals. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nNetworking Break: Grab a free tea or coffee\, build meaningful connections and exchange ideas with fellow attendees\nMeet & Mingle: Start the day in a relaxed environment connecting with like-minded women\nTalk: Claire Gore – local business leader\, Director\, and Financial Planner\nPanel Discussion: Insights from local female business leaders – soon to be announced\nNetworking: Close the event with informal networking\n\nTickets for this event are available via Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/she-means-business-networking-talks-coffee-panels/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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SUMMARY:Producer Bootcamp by In Good Company
DESCRIPTION:In Good Company are inviting you to grow your skills and knowledge of producing with our brand-new Producer Bootcamp. \nRafia Hussain (Strategic Producer for In Good Company and Founder of Rafia Hussain Productions) will guide you through five days of intensive skills development\, teaching you as someone who is starting out as a producer\, or a self-producing artist. \nProducer Bootcamp will be a deep dive into the role of a producer\, and what skills & knowledge you will need to produce your own work and the work of others. Some of the topics we will introduce are: Project Management\, Budgets\, Fundraising\, Audience Development\, Marketing\, Tour Booking and Tour Management\, and more. \nYou can find out more about In Good Company and the work we do on their website. \nWhat can I expect? \nDuring this week you will have an intensive ran by leading theatre professionals. The bootcamp will explore a wide range of skills and industry knowledge. Each day is broken down into a morning and afternoon session\, with breaks throughout. \nWho is this for? \nThis course is aimed at early career producers\, or self-producing artists who wish to learn more about producing as a skill. This course is suited for those wanting to learn more about producing in the subsidised performing sector. \nPrevious attendees include early-career artists and producers\, recent graduates and theatre students\, and freelancers sponsored by organisations to develop their skills. \nFeedback from previous sessions: \n“[…] The information given was clear\, concise\, well planned and delivered\, yet I didn’t find it preachy or condescending the tone was perfect!” \n“I really enjoyed the course and it was extremely informative. Jen and Rafia were fantastic and very approachable.” \nYou will need to bring a laptop or device to work from for the intensive. \nPayment in installments is available on this Bootcamp. If you would prefer to pay in instalments please email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk who can set it up for you.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/producer-bootcamp-by-in-good-company/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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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/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T170000
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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/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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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/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:NN Contemporary\, Vulcan Works\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T170000
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SUMMARY:I Grew up 80s
DESCRIPTION:Take a trip back in time with the nostalgia-filled exhibition\, I Grew Up 80s. \nYou’ll explore the cultural landscape of 1980’s Britain through the eyes of a child – revisiting the colourful vibrancy and innovation that defined the decade. From Betamax to BMX\, Dirty Dancing to Donkey Kong\, the Thompson Twins to Transformers. \nI Grew Up 80s is a lovingly curated time capsule of over two-hundred treasures that showcase the youthful exuberance of the much-loved decade. Collector and cultural commentator Matt Fox has devoted himself to exploring a 1980s childhood through the iconic objects of a decade in which so much changed.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/i-grew-up-80s/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T170000
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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/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Museum
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T120000
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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-2026/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T163000
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SUMMARY:ARCHAEOLOGY/HISTORY
DESCRIPTION:A SELECTION OF PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINTS BY LYSBETH HUMFREY FRPS. The society were given a large number of original large format photographic prints by Lysbeth Humfrey. During this meeting we will be able to study a selection of these unique prints\, mainly featuring ecclesiastical\, scenic and family subjects.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/archaeology-history-11/
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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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T230000
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SUMMARY:BIKE NIGHTS
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome\, show off your ride.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/bike-nights-14/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T210000
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CREATED:20260528T104544Z
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SUMMARY:Yu-Gi-Oh Locals - Thursdays @ 6.00 pm
DESCRIPTION:We have an excellent community of YGO players of all experiences and all competitive levels and you should join!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/yu-gi-oh-locals-thursdays-6-00-pm/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:Kingdom Gaming\, The Ridings\, Northampton\,\, NN1 2BA
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260604T140652Z
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SUMMARY:BEER AND PIZZA TASTING
DESCRIPTION:A match made in heaven. \n\n\n\n\nA match made in heaven.We can’t wait to welcome back our friends Santina’s Woodfired Pizza to V and B Northampton. We have been fortunate enough to work with Santina’s for multiple events here on St Giles Square and one thing’s for sure – their pizza is perfection. For this masterclass\, you can taste 6 different Santina’s pizzas\, paired with 6 different V and B beers – all expertly explained not only on how they taste\, but why they work together. This is definitely not one to miss!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/beer-and-pizza-tasting/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T220000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
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SUMMARY:Lindsey Santoro & Felicity Ward: Work In Progress
DESCRIPTION:Live stand up comedy at V and B Northampton. As part of the Northampton Comedy Festival 2026 in association with Northampton BID. \nWork in progress shows from Lindsey Santoro and Felicity Ward \nShow start time 7:30pm \n \nLindsey Santoro: It Was Like That When I Got Here\nLindsey returns following the huge success of her Fringe debut\, which won NextUp’s Biggest Award in Comedy and earned her an Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer nomination. Seen on Live at the Apollo\, Mel Giedroyc’s Unforgivable and Comedy Central Live. Heard on The Jon Richardson Show\, Sarah Millican’s Elephant in the Room and Russell Kane’s Evil Genius\, plus her own BBC Radio 4 comedy series\, The Lively Life of Lindsey Santoro. Tour support for Joe Lycett. ‘Surely only a matter of time before she becomes a television fixture’ **** (Scotsman) \n \nFelicity Ward: I Wish I Could Come Out of My Shell\nBest International Act 2025 Nominee at the NZ Comedy Festival. In 2025 Felicity Ward (Live at the Apollo\,The Office – Australia) was the happiest she’s been in a decade. What happened? Divorce\, Bisexuality\, and Dancing with the Stars. And this bonafide showpony’s greatest gift is that she simply cannot shut tf up. ‘Great big snorting exhortations of comic laughter’ (List). ‘The strongest single hour of solid jokes comes from Felicity Ward… in a rolling\, ballsy\, crazy show that draws near-standing ovations’ ***** (Times).
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/lindsey-santoro-felicity-ward-work-in-progress/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Northampton Comedy Festival 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260625T200000
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SUMMARY:O'Neill's Karaoke Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Will we see you for karaoke? Join us every Thursday and sign up and sing your favourite song\, see you there!! \n8 pm
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/oneills-karaoke-thursday/2026-06-25/
LOCATION:O’Neill’s Northampton\, 23–25 St. Giles Street\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, NN1 1JA
CATEGORIES:Karaoke
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260612T080339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T080339Z
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SUMMARY:Vulcan Works Free Hot Desking Day June
DESCRIPTION:Work Smarter. Discover Your New Workspace.\nJoin us for a Free Hot Desking Day at Vulcan Works and experience a vibrant coworking community designed for freelancers\, startups\, remote workers\, and growing businesses. \nWhether you’re tired of working from home\, looking for a professional space to focus\, or simply curious about coworking – this is your chance to try it completely free. \nWhat’s Included\n\nFree hot desk access for the day\nHigh-speed Wi-Fi\nComplimentary tea & coffee\nAccess to breakout and collaboration spaces\nNetworking opportunities with local professionals and creatives\nA tour of the facilities and membership options\n\nWho’s It For?\n\nFreelancers & consultants\nRemote and hybrid workers\nEntrepreneurs & startups\nStudents & creatives\nAnyone looking for a productive\, inspiring workspace\n\nWhy Attend?\nAt Vulcan Works\, we believe workspaces should inspire collaboration\, creativity\, and connection. Come and see why our community is helping local businesses and professionals thrive.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/vulcan-works-free-hot-desking-day-june/
LOCATION:Vulcan Works\, 34-38 Guildhall Rd\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Producer Bootcamp by In Good Company
DESCRIPTION:In Good Company are inviting you to grow your skills and knowledge of producing with our brand-new Producer Bootcamp. \nRafia Hussain (Strategic Producer for In Good Company and Founder of Rafia Hussain Productions) will guide you through five days of intensive skills development\, teaching you as someone who is starting out as a producer\, or a self-producing artist. \nProducer Bootcamp will be a deep dive into the role of a producer\, and what skills & knowledge you will need to produce your own work and the work of others. Some of the topics we will introduce are: Project Management\, Budgets\, Fundraising\, Audience Development\, Marketing\, Tour Booking and Tour Management\, and more. \nYou can find out more about In Good Company and the work we do on their website. \nWhat can I expect? \nDuring this week you will have an intensive ran by leading theatre professionals. The bootcamp will explore a wide range of skills and industry knowledge. Each day is broken down into a morning and afternoon session\, with breaks throughout. \nWho is this for? \nThis course is aimed at early career producers\, or self-producing artists who wish to learn more about producing as a skill. This course is suited for those wanting to learn more about producing in the subsidised performing sector. \nPrevious attendees include early-career artists and producers\, recent graduates and theatre students\, and freelancers sponsored by organisations to develop their skills. \nFeedback from previous sessions: \n“[…] The information given was clear\, concise\, well planned and delivered\, yet I didn’t find it preachy or condescending the tone was perfect!” \n“I really enjoyed the course and it was extremely informative. Jen and Rafia were fantastic and very approachable.” \nYou will need to bring a laptop or device to work from for the intensive. \nPayment in installments is available on this Bootcamp. If you would prefer to pay in instalments please email getinvolved@royalandderngate.co.uk who can set it up for you.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/producer-bootcamp-by-in-good-company/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Royal and Derngate Theatre\, 19-21 Guildhall Road\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP
CATEGORIES:Royal and Derngate
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260324T170718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T170718Z
UID:137343-1782468000-1782489600@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/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:78 Derngate\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UH
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260407T154952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T154952Z
UID:135710-1782468000-1782493200@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/2026-06-26/
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:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260408T111952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T111952Z
UID:136000-1782468000-1782493200@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/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:NN Contemporary\, Vulcan Works\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1EW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260618T114427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T114427Z
UID:137393-1782468000-1782493200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:I Grew up 80s
DESCRIPTION:Take a trip back in time with the nostalgia-filled exhibition\, I Grew Up 80s. \nYou’ll explore the cultural landscape of 1980’s Britain through the eyes of a child – revisiting the colourful vibrancy and innovation that defined the decade. From Betamax to BMX\, Dirty Dancing to Donkey Kong\, the Thompson Twins to Transformers. \nI Grew Up 80s is a lovingly curated time capsule of over two-hundred treasures that showcase the youthful exuberance of the much-loved decade. Collector and cultural commentator Matt Fox has devoted himself to exploring a 1980s childhood through the iconic objects of a decade in which so much changed.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/i-grew-up-80s/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260618T114844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T114844Z
UID:137521-1782468000-1782493200@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/2026-06-26/
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:20260626T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T114500
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260407T160201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T160201Z
UID:135927-1782468900-1782474300@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Mini Museum Explorers – April – July 2026
DESCRIPTION:Booking essential\, includes refreshments. \nEmbark on a magical journey with Mini Museum Explorers!\nEvery Friday morning\, our beloved hands-on sessions invite curious little adventurers aged 2.5 to 5 years—and their grown-ups—into a world bursting with creativity and discovery. \nEach week brings a brand-new adventure filled with captivating stories\, joyful music\, imaginative art\, and playful crafts. Explore the museum in a warm\, welcoming space where imaginations take flight and new friendships bloom. \nAnd while your little explorer enjoys a tasty treat\, you can relax with a well-deserved tea or coffee. It’s the perfect way to start your Friday—with fun\, learning\, and a sprinkle of museum magic! \n17 April – Comic Capers \n24 April – Dragons and Castles \n1 May – May Day \n8 May – Soldiers and Warriors \n15 May – Truly Scrumptious! \n22 May – Gardens and Plants \n5 June – All the colours of the Rainbow \n12 June – Animal Adventures \n19 June – Smartest Giant in Town \n26 June – Doctors and Nurses \n3 July – Transport \n10 July – Sailing the Seas \nThese sessions are perfect for children aged 2.5 to 5 years\, accompanied by parents or carers (no ticket needed for adults). Spaces are limited\, so early booking is essential!
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/mini-museum-explorers-april-july-2026/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T140000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260319T102427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T102427Z
UID:135021-1782477000-1782482400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Craft and chatter
DESCRIPTION:If you’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. \nThey take place every Friday lunchtime in the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery lower café area. \nDrop in – no booking required but please purchase a drink or something to eat from the cafe.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/craft-and-chatter-5/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T220000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260604T142947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T142947Z
UID:137065-1782496800-1782511200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Apéro DJ
DESCRIPTION:@andyskank1
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/apero-dj-14/
LOCATION:V and B\, 10 St Giles' Square\,\, Northampton\, NN1 1DA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DJ
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260618T104950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T104950Z
UID:137264-1782498600-1782504000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Immersive Sound Bath Experience 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for what promises to be an amazing event\, where sound healing frequencies & stunning immersive visuals create a powerful experience \n\n\n\n\nImmersive Sound Bath \nFridays 24 April\, 22 May\, 26 June\, 24 July 2026 \n6.30-8pm \nNorthampton Museum & Art Gallery \n£22 per person. \nOver 18s only \nBooking essential \nJoin us for what promises to be an amazing event\, where sound healing frequencies and stunning immersive visuals meet to create a powerful experience. Enter a realm of peace\, tranquillity\, contemplation and wonder. Lay back and melt away any stresses you may be carrying\, as the journey unfolds with beautiful visuals and sacred geometry. \nAshleigh Louise is a Sound Practitioner and Holistic Therapist who intuitively creates and layers frequencies and vibrations with gongs\, chimes\, drum\, crystal singing bowls and more. \nStimulate your senses and clear your mind with this offering of transformative sounds enhanced by beautiful visuals. \nSound Therapy benefits include: \n• improved sleep \n• improved focus and concentration \n• meditation \n• stress relief \n• anxiety relief \nAshleigh suggests that you bring your own mat and blanket/cushion so that you are comfortable together with a bottle of water to rehydrate after the session.
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/immersive-sound-bath-experience-2026-3/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Northampton Museum And Art Gallery\, 4-6 Guildhall Rd\,\, Northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1DP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Museum
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T190000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260618T113853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T113853Z
UID:137383-1782500400-1782500400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Soundhaus
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/soundhaus-5/
LOCATION:The King Billy Music Bar\, 2 Commercial Street\, Northampton\, NN1 1PJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260702T000000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260612T083858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T083858Z
UID:137179-1782500400-1782950400@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/open-mic-36/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Mail Coach\, 8 Derngate\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1UB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T193000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260526T160042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T160042Z
UID:136795-1782502200-1782502200@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:La Grande Façade
DESCRIPTION:Theatre Front of House are back with a bang\, this time bigger\, better\, and with the budget to match! \n\n\nAfter stepping in to save the day with ‘The Show Must Go…On?’\, the team launched head first into success. And with a taste of the limelight\, the gang grew hungry for more as they questioned ‘Where do we go from here?’. And now they think they’ve finally found their answer… \n\n\nJoin the Royal & Derngate’s unstoppable Front of House Team as they step back into the spotlight\, this time with a show they’ve actually prepared for. \n\n\nFor two nights only\, join our Northampton Royalty as they debut their brand new hit musical La Grande Façade\, with new music\, new faces\, and a whole new dream. Expect an unforgettable evening of high class art\, from singing to dancing\, acrobatics to operatics\, as the team take their talent to a whole new level. \n\n\nWill the team find the stardom they so desperately desire\, or will fame get the best of them?
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/la-grande-facade/2026-06-26/
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:20260626T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T200000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260612T083053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T083053Z
UID:137141-1782504000-1782504000@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:Live music at O'Neills Northampton
DESCRIPTION:Live music every Friday and Saturday\n8pm – close\nLive DJ every Friday and Saturday 10 – close
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/live-music-at-oneills-northampton/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:O’Neill’s Northampton\, 23-25 St Giles' St\, Northampton\, NN1 1JA
CATEGORIES:DJ,MUSIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T210000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260626T210000
DTSTAMP:20260619T055050
CREATED:20260618T110840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T110840Z
UID:137286-1782507600-1782507600@www.discovernorthampton.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Retro
DESCRIPTION:Live music from 9pm
URL:https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/event/the-retro-6/
LOCATION:The Wig And Pen\, 19 St Giles' St\, northampton\, Northamptonshire\, NN1 1JA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MUSIC
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