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RWC25 Fan Zone
2025-09-07 12:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Northampton Market Square
Live match screenings of Japan vs Spain, New Zealand vs Ireland and France vs South Africa
Free activities include:

live music from Northampton Music Festival
giant games
craft activities
urban art
face painter

Northampton Music Festival
2025-09-07 12:00 - 21:00 | Northampton Town Centre
Northampton Music Festival is a free annual event that takes place in the town centre and is designed to celebrate Northampton’s rich music culture. Now in its 18th year, our objective is to raise the profile of Northampton through music; to provide a showcase for the broad range of musicians and artists that are based in the town and to provide a community-focused gathering which invites all to join in a festive celebration of our music scene. The festival is organised by Northampton Music 365 – a not for profit, community group, in partnership with a range of local organisations.

Women's Rugby World Cup - Italy V Brazil
2025-09-07 14:00 | Franklinâ€™s Gardens, Weedon Rd, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN5 5BG, United Kingdom

Bands in the Park 2025
2025-09-07 14:00 - 17:00 | Abington Park Bandstand, Abington Park, Wellingborough Road, Northampton, NN3 3HN, United Kingdom
125th Anniversary year
Every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from 6th April to 28th September
2 â€“ 5pm
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Enjoy live performances from local bands and musicians at the Abington Park Bandstand, every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday from April through to September.*
Bring your own chairs, picnic blankets/rugs and relax within the picturesque surroundings of Abington Park.
This yearâ€™s performances start on 6th April and run through to 28th September.
Please view the full 2025 schedule below.
*There will be no Bands in the Park performance on 21st September, but you can enjoy the Rockinâ€™ Roadrunner Festival instead!
Please note that performances may be shortened or cancelled in the case of inclement weather. Updates will be provided on our social media accounts when possible.

125th Anniversary Celebration Event â€“ Saturday 17th May 11am â€“ 4pm

Marking 125 years of the bandstand in Abington Park with fun for all the family with activities, stalls and musical performances.

MORE INFORMATION: www.northamptontowncouncil.gov.uk/bandsinthepark
Bands in the Park 2025 calendar
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Live Music – Latch
2025-09-07 14:30 - 17:30 | The Fish Pub, 11 Fish St, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 2AA, United Kingdom
Live Music – Latch
Local musicians setting a cozy vibes, live acoustic tunes with The Latch!
Sunday 7th September, Starting At 2.30pm, Free Entry

RHYTHM METHOD
2025-09-07 16:00 | The Wig And Pen, 19 St Giles' St, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1JA, United Kingdom
Live Music from 4pm.

Luke Combs UK
2025-09-07 19:30 - 22:00 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
The World’s leading tribute to the Grammy-nominated country megastar Luke Combs!
Get ready to experience the heart and soul of country music as we pay homage to one of the genre’s biggest stars. Join us for a night of incredible songs, authentic Southern vibes, and a whole lot of boot-stomping fun.

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

Immerse yourself in the world of Country as we bring together fans of all ages to celebrate the timeless tunes and modern classics that have made Luke Combs a household name.

With sold-out shows up and down the UK and Ireland, Luke Combs UK does not disappoint. The image of Luke Combs and more importantly that North Carolina Country vocal and sound are on full display in this incredible show, with a jaw-dropping closeness to the real thing.
The live 5 piece band perform all of Luke’s hits and fan favourites from across all of his albums and continues to wow audiences who come for their Country fix!
If ‘beer never broke your heart’ and y’all wanna get ‘beautiful crazy’ then this show is for you.

ASTRONOMY
2025-09-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
TELESCOPIC TOPICS What have you been doing during the summer? Updating equipment or trying new software? This is your chance to show the section your observations, equipment you are using or anything else that has interested you. Your participation is encouraged but please let the secretary know beforehand.

Nine Creatives @ 78 Derngate
2025-09-09 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-11 10:00 - 16:30, 2025-09-12 10:00 - 16:30 | 78 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1UH
Nine creatives from the very popular, ever-expanding Open Studios are displaying their diverse range of work and techniques across the galleries, shop and gardens until Sunday October 5th. Including glassware, paintings, photography, jewellery, woodwork and ceramics, there is something for everyone to appreciate. Free entry and all products for sale. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 4.30pm

From the Collection: Landscapes
2025-09-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
For centuries, landscape was considered an unworthy subject for serious artistic exploration.
Northampton Museum & Art Gallery
Until Sunday 4 October
When landscape did appear in paintings, it was often relegated to the background—merely a setting for religious or historical scenes.
This perception began to shift in the 17th century with the work of Nicolas Poussin and Claude Lorrain. These pioneering artists crafted idealised rural vistas to illustrate the myths of Ancient Greece and Rome, imbuing natural elements with metaphorical meaning. Through their romantic and structured visions of the countryside, landscape painting began to gain recognition as a meaningful art form.
It was not until the 19th century, however, that landscape truly came into its own. Artists such as J.M.W. Turner and John Constable redefined the genre, capturing the drama, emotion, and grandeur of the natural world. Their work affirmed landscape as a powerful subject in its own right—one that continues to inspire artists to this day.
Drawing from the museum collections, this exhibition explores the evolution of landscape painting, where nature takes centre stage.
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Scrum: Women in Rugby
2025-09-09 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-10 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-11 10:00 - 17:00 | 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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How the Mind Heals the Body with Dr David Hamilton
2025-09-09 18:30 - 21:00 | The Guildhall, St Giles' Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DE, United Kingdom
Discover the connection between mind + body and the ways to positively bring change to your life through meditation. Followed by Q+A.
In this incredible talk, you will learn all about the mind body connection and fascinating examples of how the placebo effect and belief can shift biology in the brain. Dr David Hamilton will also discuss meditation, how different types can produce different effects and how positive feelings can impact the immune system and shape brain circuitry!
The brain does not always distinguish between real and imaginary, and people globally have used visualisation strategies to help facilitate their recoveries from injury and illness. Dr Hamilton will teach you the simple processes involved so you can try these techniques and share them with others.
Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm â€“ come down early to grab a good seat!
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After completing a PhD in organic chemistry, David worked in R&D in the pharmaceutical industry developing drugs for cardiovascular disease and cancer. Inspired by the placebo effect and how some peopleâ€™s condition improved because they believed a placebo was a real drug, he left the industry to write and educate people on how to best harness their mind and emotions to improve their health and wellbeing. He is now a bestselling author of 11 books, including the Amazon bestseller, â€˜The Five Side Effects of Kindnessâ€™. He is a magazine columnist, a frequent podcast guest, and has been featured on Channel 4â€™s Sunday Brunch Live. Heâ€™s a much sought after speaker in both the public and corporate sectors and has delivered talks for Google, Bank of England, HSBC, 3M, Costa, the NHS, and many more. David is also honorary scientific advisor for the charity 52 Lives, which helps people in need through acts of kindness.

THE BILLY JAM NIGHT
2025-09-10 19:30 - 22:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Live Music.

PHOTOGRAPHY
2025-09-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
UNDERWOOD CUP A competition for members to submit pictorial images on any subject. Up to three projected images allowed per member per round. Round 1 of 3

GENERAL
2025-09-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
THE NNHS GLASS SLIDES. We will continue our fascinating tour through the glass slides taken by society members on trips and walks etc in the first quarter of the last century.

BIKE NIGHT
2025-09-11 17:00 - 23:00 | The King Billy Music Bar, 2 Commercial Street, Northampton, NN1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Show off your ride â€“ All are welcome.

The Marketing Meetup IRL: Northampton
2025-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Vulcan Works, 34-38 Guildhall Rd, northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1EW, United Kingdom
The Northampton Marketing Meetup is an informal friendly place to meet, learn and share knowledge with one another. Come in â€˜listenâ€™ mode ðŸ™‚
The Northampton Marketing Meetup is an informal, friendly place for the marketers of Northants to meet, learn, and share knowledge with one another. Come in â€˜listenâ€™ not â€˜sellâ€™ mode ðŸ™‚
Weâ€™re heading back to the lovely Vulcan Works for this one, and we just want to get together, say hello, have a chat, and have a nice time.
Think of this as a community event, where the focus is very much on you meeting other people in a chilled out friendly space. We’ll chat over food and drink, listen to an inspirational speaker or two, chat some more, and go home buzzing with new contacts and new ideas.
Let’s have a lovely night in the company of some amazin’ people.
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Speaker: Silvia Coletto, Founder at The Paid Ads School
Topic: Are You Ready For Ads? The Speedrun Edition ????? ? ?
Join us for a whistle-stop tour of the paid ads landscape — designed to help you figure out if youâ€™re truly ready to dive in. Silvia will walk you through everything you need to consider before pressing â€œgoâ€�, share real-world examples, and provide ballpark starting budgets (spoiler: they vary a lot depending on your industry). Whether youâ€™re on the fence about starting ads or youâ€™re already running them but not seeing the results you expected, this session will give you clarity, confidence, and a solid sense of direction.
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The format of the night:
6:00 pm â€“ doors open â€“ drinks, networking, and smiles
6:30 pm â€“ introduction and talks begin
7:15 pm â€“ talks finish, networking, listening, saying hello, and positively lovely people
7:45 pm â€“ end of the night â€“ you leave with new contacts and fresh ideas
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Partnered with Digital Northants, putting local businesses in touch with digital companies who can help solve their problems, to encourage the growth of business in Northamptonshire. Check them out at https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-northants
Partnered with The ONE Group, whose recruitment team bridges the gap between marketing professionals and a vast network of Northamptonshire businesses, empowering career progression at every stage with unmissable opportunities and job-hunting support. Read more at TheOneGroup.co.uk
Partnered with Vulcan Works, helping entrepreneurs bring world challenging ideas to life. A workspace and community for innovative creatives. Check them out at VulcanWorks.co.uk
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And finallyâ€¦
This is a donation ticketed event. Entry price is yours to choose, from £3 to £30 ðŸ™‚
We of course understand that these are tough times, so if you are experiencing financial hardship and cannot afford the minimum donation amount, please reach out to el@themarketingmeetup.com and we’ll find a ticket for you (provided capacity hasnâ€™t already been reached!) ?
Please let your marketing friends and colleagues know about this group too, we hope to build it into a great resource for the community over the coming months and years. Attendance will be taken at this event. If you sign up but don’t show up, this has a knock on effect on event arrangements. If it happens 3 times, you’re outta here! This is simply a measure to allow appropriate respect to the organisers, speakers, sponsors, and your fellow community members ?
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See you there!

Masterclass: Spritz.
2025-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Fizzy, refreshing, and so much more dynamic and versatile than the ‘bitter orange’ variety. Join us for an evening where we discover a whole wide range of liqueurs and their fizzy counterparts â€“ helping you to find your new go-to spritz.

Philosophy club
2025-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Philosophy club, with resident philosopher @moodrin.g. 7-9. No homework required.

The Horne Section’s Hit Show
2025-09-11 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
They have two series of their own Channel 4 TV show, an iTunes-chart-topping podcast and now they’re tuning up their instruments once more to tour the country: it’s The Horne Section’s Hit Show!
“Britain’s Funniest Band” (The Guardian) have made appearances on The Last Leg (Channel 4), Peter Crouch’s Year- Late Euros (BBC One),?they are Dictionary Corner regulars on?8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown?and the only band to ever host? Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Separately, members of The Horne Section have performed with recording artists including Robbie Williams, Madness, Florence and the Machine, Amy Winehouse, George Ezra, Basement Jaxx, Disclosure and Noel Gallagher’s High-Flying Birds.
Unruly, ridiculous, and surprisingly satisfying, the six-headed comedy band includes five outstanding musicians and one non-musical stand-up. There’ll be comedy, songs, enthusiastic dancing, and a lot of mucking about. A brand-new show from the hugely talented band and Alex Horne, the creator and co-host of the BAFTA and National Comedy Award winning Taskmaster.

KARAOKE NIGHT PARTY
2025-09-11 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?

Heritage Open Days 2025
2025-09-12
Heritage Open Days is back from the 12th â€“ 21st September and promises to be bigger and better than ever!

What to expect
Heritage Open Days is a fantastic opportunity to explore some of Northamptonshire’s unique historic buildings and sites. Many of these sites are usually restricted access or charge for entry – but for the event they will be open and free of charge, allowing you to find out about the area’s vibrant culture and heritage like never before!
Heritage Buses
Northampton’s beloved heritage double-decker buses are back, running from George Row on 20th and 21st September - a perfect way to explore the town in vintage style. Keep an eye on this page for route and timetable updates, and look out for printed schedules at Northampton Museum and library soon.
The classic buses will also be returning to Daventry on 13th September, after being such a crowd-pleaser last year. Don’t miss your chance to hop on and enjoy the ride!
Why not make a day of it in Wellingborough on 13th and 14th September? Catch a ride on the vintage buses on your way to the Celebrate Wellingborough festivities!
Click here to view Saturdayâ€™s timetable for Northampton.
Click here to view Sundayâ€™s timetable for Northampton.

I Spy Northampton Market Square Architecture Trail
2025-09-12 09:00 - 17:00
Visit the Central Library in Abington Street or the Museum & Art Gallery in Guildhall Road to collect a Northampton architectural heritage trail map of the Market Square and take a self-guided walk around the heart of the town, taking in some of Northampton’s important heritage buildings.
