Scrum: Women in Rugby
2025-10-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-23 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-24 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
2025-10-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-23 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-24 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
2025-10-21 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-23 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-24 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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Philosophy Club
2025-10-21 19:00 - 21:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Philosophy Club hosted by @moodrin.g. 7-9. No homework necessary.

MICROSCOPY
2025-10-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Northamptonshire Natural History Society, The Humfrey Rooms, 10 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1LD, United Kingdom
SPECIALISED INSECT BODY PARTS â€“ SESSION 3 by Kevin Rowley. Kevin will be showing us other marvels of evolution from within the insect kingdom, using specimens, fresh samples and slides from the society’s microscope slide collections.

An Evening with Katie Price and Kerry Katona
2025-10-21 19:30 - 21:50 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Katie and Kerry arrive in Northampton as part of their tell-all tour!
Having been friends for over twenty years, they are looking forward hitting the road together and sharing stories of marriage and divorce, bankruptcy, ‘I’m A Celebrity’, the importance of family, their constant press attention and turning their lives around.
There will also be some song and dance and an opportunity for audience questions in an evening that promises to be warm, inspirational, motivational and lots of fun!
There is also a limited opportunity to purchase a meet and greet pass which includes a photo (taken on your own phone / camera) with Katie and Kerry and one (flat) item personally signed by each of them.
NB: Recommended age restriction of 18+ (16+ with parent or guardian)

Salvage Training
2025-10-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Northampton Museum And Art Gallery, 4-6 Guildhall Rd,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP, United Kingdom
This in-person course will cover all aspects of emergency planning with practical sessions to get hands-on experience of salvage techniques.
Gain confidence in emergency planning and salvage for collections. This course will cover all aspects of emergency planning, including prevention measures, what makes a good emergency plan and how to protect and rescue collections. Practical sessions will give you the opportunity to get hands-on experience of salvage techniques.
By the end of the session, attendees will:

Understand why emergency planning is important

Have gained knowledge to help you respond to an emergency situation for your collection

Be able to update or write an emergency plan

Have skills to protect, pack, and carry out basic first aid for collections

This event supports the Arts Council England Ambition and Quality Investment Principle

Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny
2025-10-22 19:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
Jimmy Carr’s brand new live tour, Laughs Funny, is on sale now.
Jimmy Carr laughs funny and he wants to make you laugh by being funny.

PHOTOGRAPHY
2025-10-22 20:00 - 22:00
MCPF PORTFOLIO OF DIGITAL IMAGES The MCPF Travelling Portfolio includes the award-winning entries and a selection of the best entries of the 2025 Midland Counties Photographic Federation Photofolio Exhibition.

GENERAL
2025-10-23 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 in the first quarter of the last century.

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

Masterclass: Syrah and Shiraz.
2025-10-23 19:00 - 21:00 | V and B, 10 St Giles' Square,, Northampton, NN1 1DA, United Kingdom
Are we fans or Syrah? You bet Shiraz we are!
For this masterclass, we’ll be exploring one of our favourite grapes: Syrah (or Shiraz if you’re Australianâ€¦) Whilst they’re both the exact same grape, the terroirs and climates in which they’re grown have an enormous impact on the wine they make. So how can something be the sameâ€¦ but different? Join us and find out.

Rick Wakeman: Six Wives + King Arthur
2025-10-23 19:30 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
The Return of the Caped Crusader, Part 2: The Six Wives of Henry VIII and The Myths and Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table
Iconic keyboard player and composer Rick Wakeman CBE and his band, the English Rock Ensemble, take to the road again to perform his classic albums, The Six Wives Of Henry VIII and The Myths And Legends Of King Arthur And The Knights Of The Round Table, in their entirety.
The musical line-up will be the same as last year’s The Return Of The Caped Crusader Part 1, with Rick, of course, leading the band on keyboards, brilliantly supported by Dave Colquhoun (guitars and backing vocals), Adam Falkner (drums), Lee Pomeroy (bass and backing vocals) and Adam Wakeman (keyboard, guitars and backing vocals). Mollie Marriott will again be lead vocalist, with three yet-to-be-announced backing singers.
Rick comments, “To still be playing both of these suites of music at the age of 76 is a remarkable milestone in my life. With a stunning array of musicianship surrounding me, I only wish I could be in the audience watching and listening, so all those sitting out there will have to do it for me!”
Don’t miss this unlikely-to-be-repeated opportunity to hear two classic epics by one of the true legends of progressive rock and his band of superb musicians when they tour the UK.

ELO Again
2025-10-23 19:30 - 21:50 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
ELO AGAIN? The Ultimate Tribute to Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra ELO AGAIN are back with their stunning ‘Re-Discovery Tour’ celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra.

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

ELO AGAIN really give you a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been like back in their heyday, the whole experience is professionally re-enacted with a great sound reproduction, light show and visual effects.

They perform all the big hits – MR BLUE SKY, LIVIN’ THING, SWEET TALKIN’ WOMAN, SHINE A LITTLE LOVE, CONFUSION, LAST TRAIN TO LONDON, ROLL OVER BEETHOVEN, WILD WEST HERO, DON’T BRING ME DOWN, THE DIARY OF HORACE WIMP, TELEPHONE LINE, TURN TO STONE plus many more. As the UK’s No.1 tribute show, ELO AGAIN provide you with the spectacular live effect of ELO’s famous orchestrations, soaring strings and vocals.
They certainly know how to entertain too, as the hits just keep on coming. Their version of MR BLUE SKY is breathtaking, full of passion and fervour; the whole auditorium will be on its feet. Come along and relive the age of Glam Rock as ELO AGAIN pay tribute to the beautifully crafted songs of Jeff Lynne.
You will revel in ELO’s unique symphonic rock style and hear some of the most unforgettable classic rock and pop songs of our generation. The timeless MR BLUE SKY returns, so Roll Over Beethoven – Rock ‘n Roll Is King.

PEAT & DIESEL
2025-10-23 19:30 - 22:30 | Roadmender, 1 Lady's Ln, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 3AH, United Kingdom
We’ve had a busy start to 2025, kicking it off in style with some fantastic sold-out shows across the UK! Highlights included our biggest English show to date, where 1,000 crazy fans gave us an unforgettable night in Newcastle, and, of course, our biggest show ever—4,500 of you created true #Peatlemania at Glasgow’s Emirates Arena!
You asked for more dates further south, so this October, we’re hitting the road again for a run of shows across England, playing some venues we’ve never been to before, alongside a few of our old favourites. Plus, we’re finally making a much-overdue stop in Wales—Wrexham, here we come!
If you haven’t experienced the madness and energy of a Peat & Diesel gig, you haven’t lived—so grab your tickets, and we’ll see you in the pit. Let’s give it laldy!

KARAOKE NIGHT PARTY
2025-10-23 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
2025-10-24 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
2025-10-24 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.

Ben Portsmouth: This is Elvis
2025-10-24 19:30 - 21:50 | The Old Savoy â€“ The home of The Deco Theatre, Abington Square, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 4AE
Ben Portsmouth brings you his jaw-dropping tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll!
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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

With global success in over 20 countries including sellout performances on the same Vegas stage as Elvis, to London’s West End, don’t miss Ben Portsmouth: This is Elvis, at The Old Savoy, Home of The Deco Theatre!
Making history in 2012, Ben broke records becoming the first European to be crowned by Elvis Presley Enterprises as the ‘Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist’ in Memphis, which swiftly followed with an invite to headline a special Elvis week on the Late Show with David Letterman.

Celebrating the life of an iconic showman, Ben and the Taking Care of Elvis Band will take you on a trip down memory lane with many of Elvis’ most loved songs from all eras including the 1950s, the iconic ’68 Comeback Special, and Ben’s personal favourite, the 1970s Vegas concerts.
With his looks, charm and charisma, Ben is recognised as the world’s leading Elvis tribute artist – he continues to amaze audiences with his stage presence, with fans globally claiming, ‘this is the closest you will ever get to the King!’.
Join us for a phenomenal evening with Ben and the Band on this worldwide tour!
Show Guidance: Due to adult themes and humour, parental guidance is advised. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult (strictly no under 6s).
This Show contains haze and flashing lights / strobe

Northampton Saints v Saracens
2025-10-24 19:45 | Franklinâ€™s Gardens, Weedon Rd, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN5 5BG, United Kingdom

Omid Djalili: Namaste
2025-10-24 20:00 | Royal and Derngate Theatre, 19-21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 1DP
The Persian Comedy Powerhouse performs his critically acclaimed new show Namaste where Omid peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedic vitriol upon the current state of this dangerously messed up planet.
No government gets a green card. No tyrant avoids a take down. No audience member leaves the theatre with an ounce of laughter left in them.
You have been warned.
