Scrum: Women in Rugby
2025-10-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-10 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 at Northampton Museum!

Northampton Museum & Art Gallery

Saturday 16 August â€“ Sunday 2 November 2025

Join us at Northampton Museum as we proudly mark Northampton’s role as a host city for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025.
Explore a dynamic exhibition that delves into the rich history of women’s rugby and its growing popularity across Northamptonshire. Discover powerful images from local photographers, capturing the energy and dedication of players, coaches, and club staff, both on and off the pitch.
From grassroots heroes to elite teams like Loughborough Lightning and the Red Roses, this exhibition showcases the heart and passion behind the game.
Don’t miss this exciting celebration of sport, community, and women’s rugby in action!

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A History of Northamptonshire in 100 Objects
2025-10-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-10 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Journey through 150 million years of Northamptonshireâ€™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 â€“ 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 Northamptonshireâ€™s heritage, guided by those who know their communities best.

12 Artists, Two Venues, Limitless Creativity
2025-10-08 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-10 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
12 artists coming together at both Northampton Museum and Art Gallery and Abington Park Museum

Northampton Museum & Art Gallery & Abington Park Museum
Saturday 13 September â€“ Sunday 9 November 2025
A mix of mediums including ceramics, sculpture, paintings, glass, woodwork, printing, papercut illustrations, drawing, felted art and mixed media art.
Part of Northampton and Rutland Open Studios

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Becoming your own boss workshop
2025-10-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Northampton Central Library, Abington Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2BA, United Kingdom
For anyone thinking about starting a business, this workshop provides an opportunity to explore the basic principles and procedures required
If you are thinking of starting a business, but not sure where to start then this workshop is for you! In this business basics workshop we will provide you with an opportunity to explore the basic principles you need to consider and procedures you need to follow to set up and establish a successful business.
For enquiries please email bipc@westnorthants.gov.uk
This workshop is for people living in the UK only.
Following the event Business & IP Centre Northamptonshire will send a feedback form which we would be grateful if you could complete to allow us to monitor the success of our events. This is facilitated by our third party processor Reason Digital Limited.

Architecture Week October 6th - 10th
2025-10-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-09 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
Now in its second year, Architecture Week celebrates architecture, community, heritage and sustainability through a series of talks, workshops and exhibitions. Sponsored by RIBA East Midlands, The Northampton Society of Architects and EH Smith, and hosted by local MWK Architects, it promotes understanding and appreciation of the role of architecture within a community, historic preservation and sustainable design. Held at 78 Derngate from Monday October 6th to Friday October 10th from 18:00 to 20:00 it is designed to focus on many aspects of architecture and the topics given by leading experts in their field are as follows:

Everyone’s Design
Roots Revival: Heritage & Community
Your Home Retrofit
Biophilic Design
Learning to Love Drawing Buildings
Future Architects – Where to Begin

Booking is essential as spaces are limited. More information and how to buy your tickets – which will include light refreshments â€“ can be found using the QR code (below). RIBA members are free with code RIBA2025

Björn Again
2025-10-08 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Following their summer performances at Wilderness, Glastonbury Festival and Brighton’s Gay Pride to packed out crowds, Björn Again return to Royal & Derngate. Fans can expect one massive sing-along with the Australian ABBA show next Autumn – not to be missed!
The Internationally acclaimed Björn Again show was created and founded in 1988 in Melbourne, by Australian musician/manager Rod Stephen. Since then, Björn Again has been hailed as the most successful tribute show of all time, and is the only ABBA tribute show globally to have been endorsed by the original members of ABBA.
Designed as a tongue-in-cheek rocked-up light-hearted ABBA satire, the show rapidly achieved worldwide cult status with critical acclaim and was acknowledged for singlehandedly initiating the ABBA revival, which brought about ABBA Gold, Muriel’s Wedding and MAMMA MIA!

THE BILLY JAM NIGHT
2025-10-08 19:30 - 22:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Got a favourite instrument? Dying to be played then bring it.

On Now Spaces MADE IN NORTHAMPTON: A Celebration of Local Art
2025-10-09 10:00 - 23:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
A group of 7 local artists, disciplined in different techniques, style and medium, will be displaying work in the Royal & Derngate Theatre, Northampton.
Feel free to come and have a browse!

BIKE NIGHT
2025-10-09 17:00 - 23:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
All are welcome, show off your ride.

Masterclass: German Beer.
2025-10-09 19:00 - 21:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Yes we would like a beer â€“ German beer to be precise. Join us as we discover a whole range of German brews, learn about the history of German beer and their strict brewing rules and methods, and taste a whole lot of the good stuff. Prost!

Hal Cruttenden: Can Dish It Out But Can’t Take It
2025-10-09 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Hal is back with a brand-new tour for 2025 with a show that promises to stick it to ‘The Man’, as long as ‘The Man’ doesn’t stick it back to him.
With his trademark hard-hitting ‘take no prisoners’ comedy (this is what Hal told me to write!!!) he will be hilariously pontificating on subjects like middle-aged dating, social media, the insanity of modern politics and the fact that his daughters love him but don’t respect him. He believes that, after you’ve seen the show, you’ll feel exactly the same way.
His last tour was extended four times and he’s one of a select number of comics to have done Live At The Apollo three times and the Royal Variety twice. TV also includes Have I Got News For You, The Apprentice You’re Fired, Bake Off Extra Slice and Would I Lie To You.

Nurse Georgie Carroll: Infectious
2025-10-09 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Georgie Carroll is back with her brand-new show, Infectious. An undeniable live comedy powerhouse and a natural storyteller, she’s razor sharp and riotous.
Nurse turned comedian, Georgie Carroll is not only brilliantly funny, she is unstoppable on the comedy circuit having performed her smash hit award winning show Sista Flo 2.0 for three solid years of sold out seasons (UK, NZ, AU). Don’t miss her brand new show!

The Jerseys
2025-10-09 19:30 - 21:50 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Incredible falsettos, beautiful acapellas – the authenticity of the sublime harmonies of the 60s and 70s – with a huge repertoire including ‘Sherry’, ‘Walk Like A Man’, ‘My Eyes Adored You’, ‘Grease’, Rag Doll’, ‘Stay’, ‘Lets Hang On’, ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’ before finishing off with headline hit ‘Oh What A Night’! This is much more than just another tribute show-this is a celebration of fantastic music performed by an array of incredible talent.

The Jerseys have performed in various prestigious venues, visiting the length and breadth of the UK. Some notable shows include a performance for Her Majesty The Queen on The Long Walk, Windsor Castle for her 90th Birthday Celebrations, and internationally including The Paris Casino in Las Vegas.
Along with their LIVE 4 piece band of internationally renowned musicians, this all – singing all-dancing show features hit after hit, comedy and more–the complete night out which will have you dancing in the aisles of the theatre and leave you ‘beggin’ for more!

STALKERS ORIGINAL ROCK NIGHT
2025-10-09 20:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Get ready for a double hit of raw, unfiltered live music with: HEADSWITCHERS – tearing through the night with original alternative rock and grunge that hits hard and stays with you. APEWARDS – bringing the stoner grooves and blues-soaked riffs, laying down heavy, hypnotic vibes that’ll shake the walls. Expect gritty vocals, thick riffs, and pure energy. Whether you’re a die-hard rocker or just chasing the next great live set, this night delivers. The King Billy Music Bar Entry FeeReal bands. Real music. No filler.Let’s fill the room and blow the roof off.

Comedy at the Charles Bradlaugh
2025-10-09 20:00
Venue: The Charles Bradlaugh 1, Earl Street, NN1 3AU.
Times: Doors 7pm â€“ Show 8pm
Featuring: Arthur Smith, Kent Cameron, Jessie Nixon, Matt Stellingwerf
Price: £13 NO Booking Fee
Line ups are subject to change.

KARAOKE NIGHT PARTY
2025-10-09 20:00 - 23:00 | The Optimist, 23-25 St. Giles Street, Northampton,, NN1 1JA
Come and sing your favourite songs with your friends or family, Students come and enjoy your Student deal drinks, cheaper then anywhere in town! Make a night of it Live At The Optimist!
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With not only multiple screens, but a HUGE TV wall next to the bar for you to enjoy a great selection of beers on tap and some Champions League winning food. With Happy Hour, cocktail and shot deals too, what more could you want?

Mini Museum Explorers at Northampton Museums - Sept - Oct 2025
2025-10-10 10:15 - 11:45 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Mini Museum Explorers: Big Adventures for Little Ones!
Fridays | 12 September – 24 October (excluding 3 October)
10:15am – 11:45am
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
£5 per child per session (+ Eventbrite booking fee)
Tickets are also avaialbe to book in person or by phone direct from the museum on 01604 526322 (Tues–Sat 10am–5pm | Sun 12–5pm)
Step into a world of wonder with Mini Museum Explorers – our much-loved, hands-on sessions designed especially for curious pre-schoolers aged 2.5 to 5 years and their grown-ups!
Each Friday morning, join us for a new adventure through stories, music, art, and crafts. Discover the museum in a fun, friendly, and creative environment where imaginations soar and friendships blossom. Plus, enjoy a tasty snack for your little one and a well-earned tea or coffee for you!
Every week brings a new theme to explore:
12 September – Autumn Adventures
19 September – Let’s Play Games!
26 September – Pets & Vets
10 October – Journey to the Stone Age
17 October – Light & Dark (Diwali)
24 October – Spooky Halloween Fun
These 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!
Booking essential, Includes refreshments.

CRAFT & CHATTER
2025-10-10 12:30 - 14:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Every Friday 12.30 â€“ 2.00 Free If youâ€™re looking for a way to unwind after a busy week or just want to make some new crafting friends, come along with your chosen craft to these friendly informal sessions. They take place every Friday lunchtime in the Northampton Museum & Art Gallery lower cafe area. Drop in no booking required but please purchase a drink or something to eat from the cafe.

Immersive Sound Bath Experience
2025-10-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Join 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.
Ashleigh 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.
Stimulate your senses and clear your mind with this offering of transformative sounds enhanced by beautiful visuals.
Sound Therapy benefits include:
• improved sleep
• improved focus and concentration
• meditation
• stress relief
• anxiety relief
We allocate a small number of tickets to purchase in person or over the phone in addition to those tickets for sale on Eventbrite. If there is no availability on Eventbrite do try calling our booking line 01604 526322 Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 12 â€“ 5pm.
£22 per person.
Over 18s only
Booking essential
Ashleigh 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.

Alice Roberts: Domination
2025-10-10 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Join Professor Alice Roberts as she takes us on an investigative journey to establish who spread Christianity, how and why; the story of the fall of an Empire – and the rise of another.
Celebrating the publication of her new book, Domination, the narrative will lead audiences from a secluded valley in South Wales to the shores of Brittany; from the heart of the Roman Empire in a time of political turmoil to the ancient city of Corinth in the footsteps of the apostle Paul; from Alexandria in the fourth century to Constantinople.
As the Roman Empire crumbled in Western Europe, a shadow of power remained, almost perfectly mapping onto its disappearing territories. And then, it continued to spread. Unearthing the archaeological clues and challenging long-established histories, Professor Roberts tells a remarkable story about the relationship between the Roman Empire and Christianity.
Lifting the veil on secrets that have been hidden in plain sight, this story is nothing short of astonishing.
Domination is a page-turning exploration of power and its survival, and now you have the opportunity to hear more from the author in this exciting evening with Professor Alice Roberts.

Jake Lambert: The Sunshine Kid
2025-10-10 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Jake Lambert is going on his first national tour. Described as “A joke machine” by The Telegraph, the show will see the comedian talk about trying to navigate his way through everyday life, why he has a fear of being normal, and asking why we all feel the need to ask strangers what breed their dogs are.
It seems the perfect time for his first tour too; his online videos have gained over 150million views, he has been supporting Michael McIntyre on his worldwide tour and he will be appearing on the next series of Live at the Apollo.
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