Northampton BID

A History of Northamptonshire in 100 Objects
2025-12-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | 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.

Northampton Town and County Art Society: 108th Open Annual Exhibition
2025-12-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
Northampton Town and County Art Society: 108th Open Annual Exhibition
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Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Saturday 8 November â€“ Sunday 11 January 2026
The Northampton Town & County Art Society presents its 108th Annual Exhibition, showcasing paintings, sculptures, and original prints by leading and emerging Northamptonshire artists.
This long-running exhibition features works by society members and selected non-members, offering a rich variety of styles and media. Most pieces are available for sale, providing an ideal opportunity to purchase original art.
Free entry

From the Collection: Women Artists
2025-12-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
An exhibition of artworks from NMAGâ€™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 â€“ 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.

Mini Christmas Makers Market
2025-12-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Market Square
Itâ€™s Christmas at The Creative Place! Weâ€™re turning our space into a Mini Christmas Makers Market! We open on Sat 22nd Nov along with the Christmas Light Switch On and running right up until Christmas! You can expectâ€¦ â€“ Local artists & makers selling handmade gifts â€“ Free Christmas crafts for children and adults â€“ A festive space to make and shop local! Creative activities & local traders announced soon, so watch the space! Grab a gift for someone you love or just come in, get inspired, and get crafty! Tues-Sat 10am-5pm 22 Nov- Christmas Inside The Creative Place, Northampton Market Sq

Northampton Market Square On Ice
2025-12-04 13:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-05 13:00 - 21:00 | Northampton Market Square
4th December 2025 – 4th January 2026
Market Square, NN1 2DF
This Christmas, Northampton’s Market Square will be transformed into a sparkling winter wonderland!
Gather your family and friends, lace up your skates, and join us for this lovely festive experience.
Whether you’re a seasoned skater or stepping onto the ice for the first time, all abilities are welcome and we have skating aids available to hire.
The Market Square On Ice, bringing Christmas cheer right at the heart of town.
More details at: https://www.theoldsavoy.co.uk/ice-skating/

Northampton Market Square On Ice
2025-12-04 13:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-05 13:00 - 21:00 | Northampton Market Square
4th December 2025 â€“ 4th January 2026
NN1 2DF
This Christmas, Northamptonâ€™s Market Square will be transformed into a sparkling winter wonderland!
Gather your family and friends, lace up your skates, and join us for this lovely festive experience.
Whether youâ€™re a seasoned skater or stepping onto the ice for the first time, all abilities are welcome and we have skating aids available to hire.
The Market SquareÂ On Ice, bringing Christmas cheer right at the heart of town.

BOTANY
2025-12-04 14:30 - 16:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
Selenitein the Land of the Spaghetti Western by Sean Karley. The area of Spaina round Almeria is used for extraction of Selenite and Gypsum. It also produces some very interesting plant species, and some of them do not occur anywhere else in the World. A photographic tour of the region featuring its flora and geology.

Fine wine masterclass
2025-12-04 19:00 - 21:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Overview

On Santaâ€™s good list this year?â€¦

Always wanted to try a selection of fine wines but never had the chance? Then this is the event for you! Weâ€™ll be cracking open a range of exclusive high quality wines ready for your enjoyment. Everyone deserves a treat once in a while, and never more than at this time of yearâ€¦

KARAOKE NIGHT PARTY
2025-12-04 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?

Northamptonshire Guild of Designer Craftsmen's Pride in the Practice of Crafts
2025-12-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00 | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
Northamptonshire Guild of Designer Craftsmen are having an exhibition of work in the Barwell Room at 78 Derngate, Northampton, UK. Saturday 25th October until 21st December.opening times are 10am until 4pm. Please check opening days before you travel to the exhibition.there will be a collection of crafts including jewellery, ceramics, wood, basketry, textile accessories & glass. ideal Xmas gift ideas to suit all pockets 78 Derngate is a unique venue in Northampton. itâ€™s the only Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed house south of the border of Scotland. itâ€™s now a museum and art gallery housing some fabulous artwork and cafe. Visit www.78derngate.org.uk to find out more, or call 01604 603407.

CRAFT & CHATTER
2025-12-05 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.

The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan
2025-12-05 19:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Donâ€™t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2025 panto, The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan, with a star-studded cast. Heading up the cast are award-winning actor, writer, comedian and presenter John Thomson, taking on the role of Captain Hook, and CBeebies presenter George Webster, who will be joining the pirate crew as Starkey. Following his appearance as Ugly Sister Aldianna in 2024s Cinderella, seasoned pantomime performer Gordon Cooper returns to co-direct and play the part of the Dame Dolly. Also joining the cast are Simone Robinson (currently touring with The Lightning ThiefÂ The Percy Jackson Musical) as Wendy Darling, Oliver Scott as Smee, Northampton local David Breeds as Peter Pan, and Millie Davies as Elizabeth Darling. The award-winning Evolution Productions will be returning to produce this spectacular show, the same team behind 2023s smash-hit, Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs, and 2024â€™s brilliant Cinderella. Its never too early to book, and with lavish sets, hilarious jokes and fun for the whole family, whatâ€™s not to love? Hook your tickets now!

Beauty and The Beast
2025-12-05 19:00 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Be Our Guest at Christmas 2025 as The Old Savoy present the tale as old as time, Beauty & The Beast. Starring TV Legend Todd Carty! Join Beauty, Dame Fifi and her cheeky son, Willy, as they are transported to an enchanting castle under a curse set by an Evil Enchantress. Can Beauty see beyond the Beastâ€™s gruff exterior, break the spell and find her happily ever after before the rose drops its last petal? This enchanting family pantomime features breathtaking scenery, spellbinding special effects, dazzling costumes and lots of audience participation. (Oh yes there is!) Book your tickets now and join us for Northamptonâ€™s most delightful pantomime that promises to captivate hearts of all ages! The performance on 23rd at 1pm will be a relaxed performance

THE SOUTH THE ROADMENDER
2025-12-05 19:30 - 22:30 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
The South are back on the road and do what they do best â€“ perform the songs of that great British pop institution, The Beautiful South, to the thousands of fans of these timeless classics. The South are an impressive 9 piece band who feature former members of The Beautiful South including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles. Since Dave Hemingway, the original singer, left the group at the end of 2016, Gaz has moved across to front the band with Alison and taken on vocal duties. Now, in keeping with the 2 male singers of The Beautiful South, trumpet player Gareth John takes over some vocal duties on a few songs whilst Gaz goes back to his old job of being a Sax player! Since the demise of The Beautiful South in 2007, this exciting live band have spent 14 years touring the theatres and festivals of the UK up and down the country, bringing back the full sound and arrangements of these treasured songsÂ â€“Â A Little Time (the number one single), Perfect 10, Rotterdam, Song For Whoever, Old Red Eyes Is Back, Good as Gold, Donâ€™t Marry Her plus many more singles and album tracks as well as a few choiceâ€¦

BIG PHAT JUKEBOX
2025-12-05 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.

Grinch Trail
2025-12-06 | Northampton Market Square
Find the Grinch puppets with the letters, spelling out a festive word. Email your answer, along with your name and address, to info@northamptonbid.co.uk for the chance to win a family ticket for four to the spectacular Market Square On Ice rink.

Small Business Saturday
2025-12-06 | Northampton Town Centre
Small Business Saturday returns on Saturday, 6th December, and we will be using this as an opportunity to champion our wide range of independent town centre businesses.
Northampton town centre is set to burst into festive life on Small Business Saturday, with a packed programme of family-friendly activities, character appearances and a town-wide competition designed to encourage shoppers to explore and support local businesses.
The highlight of the activities on Saturday, 6 December will be a mischievous â€˜Grinch Takeoverâ€™ in Market Square, where families can enjoy meet-and-greet sessions with the Grinch every 30 minutes between 3 pm and 5.30 pm. Expect festive fun, photo opportunities and plenty of seasonal mischief.
Earlier in the day, budding bakers can get creative at cupcake decorating workshops in the Grosvenor Gatherings unit at Grosvenor Shopping Northampton. Running from 11 am to 3 pm, the sessions are free to take part in and perfect for younger visitors looking to add a sweet treat to their Christmas countdown.
We are also launching a special Grinch-themed competition. Families are invited to hunt for Grinch puppets, hand-crocheted by the Northamptonshire Womenâ€™s Institute, that will be displayed in shops around the town.
Some puppets will be holding a letter. Collect all the letters, spell the festive word, and email your answer, along with your name and address, to info@northamptonbid.co.uk for the chance to win a family ticket for four to the spectacular Market Square On Ice rink.

Santa's Grotto
2025-12-06 10:30 - 16:00 | Grosvenor Shopping Northampton, Grosvenor Centre, Union Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2EW
No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santaâ€™s Grotto back to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All proceeds from this event will be split between two charities being Northamptonshire Toy Library and Rockin Roadrunner. There will be a Â£2 charge to secure the booking per family, using PayPal. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift. Northamptonshire Toy Library would also be appreciative of new/used toy donations to support their work. These can be left at the Grotto for them.
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Grinch themed cupcake decorating workshop
2025-12-06 11:00 - 15:00 | Grosvenor Shopping Northampton, Grosvenor Centre, Union Street, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2EW
Join us from 11 am to 3 pm for Grinch themed cupcake decorating workshops in the Grosvenor Gatherings unit at Grosvenor Shopping Northampton.
