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Terry Wire Harley Davidson Memorial Run

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Harley Davidson motorbikes set to roar through Northampton town centre for 19th annual fundraising event   The motorbikes will arrive in Abington Street at 10.45am this Saturday (April 22).   A procession of Harley Davidson motorbikes is set to roar through Northampton town centre for the 19th annual fundraising event this Saturday (April 22).   It is hoped that as many as two hundred bikers will arrive in Abington Street at 10.45am and will remain there until 1pm, in aid of Cynthia Spencer Hospice.

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BrickLive Animal Paradise Trail

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Some of the most endangered animals in the world will be on show in Northampton this Easter as the town centre hosts an amazing trail of sculptures made entirely from toy bricks. The Animal Paradise trail, presented and built by BRICKLIVE, has been commissioned by Northampton Town Centre Business Improvement District (BID) and will feature 15 models of creatures including snow leopards, tigers, penguins and orangutans. Families can get involved in the trail, which runs from April 1-16 by downloading the LoyalFree app onto their smartphone and scanning QR codes at each host venue to find out more about the model creature on display in the window. All those who complete the trail via the app will be entered into a prize draw to win one of two £100 vouchers.

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ALICE IN WONDERLAND NORTHAMPTON

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For one day only, the streets of Northampton will turn into a giant, escape-room-style experience on Saturday the 11th of March, 2023. Don’t be late! Solve clues which just get curiouser and curiouser, take on mad and mischievous challenges, and uncover a dark conspiracy at the heart of Wonderland.

Christmas Saturdays

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The magic of Christmas will be brought to life on the Market Square every Saturday leading up to the big day. Join us at the Christmas Bandstand for live festive entertainment including musical performances from local singers, choirs, bands and community groups.

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Explore Northampton App – Mischievous Elf Trail & Interactive Festive Fun!

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Northampton Town Council's 'Christmas in Northampton' App has launched! Step into a world of augmented reality as mischievous elves take over the town this Christmas! Interactive festive fun awaits on the Explore Northampton App with our MISCHIEVOUS ELF TRAIL, FESTIVE EVENT MAP & CHEEKY ELF ACTIVITY: CREATE YOUR OWN ELF OF MISCHIEF - Tag your cheeky elf creations - #NNCHRISTMAS Featuring NLive Radio 24hr Christmas Radio & booking info for Santa's Grotto in Grosvenor Shopping Northampton with Northampton BID.

Small Business Saturday

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Small Business Saturday is an annual event that was created to encourage consumers to shop locally in person and online at small businesses. This event takes place every 3rd of December and represents a significant opportunity to increase sales for small businesses during the holiday shopping season

Christmas Light Switch On

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On Saturday November 26 the town will be lit up for another festive season - and stars from the Royal & Derngate’s pantomime will be on to provide live entertainment. Organised by Northampton Town Council and Northampton Town Centre BID, the light switch will be an afternoon of celebrations. Free parking will be available in West Northamptonshire Council car parks

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Santa’s Grotto

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No Christmas is complete without a visit to Father Christmas, and the BID is delighted to be bringing Santa’s Grotto to Grosvenor Shopping Northampton this festive season. Important Information Pre-booking is required. All money from this event will be donated to charity. There will be a £1 charge to secure the booking per family, using PayPal.  6 tickets per half hour will be sold to allow a provision of 5 minutes with Santa. The last family to arrive for their half-hour session will have to wait 25 minutes. Families will be able to take their own photos with Santa. Each child will receive a gift.  

BID TIDY DAY

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To tie in with The Great British Spring Clean, which this year runs from 25 March to 10 April, the BID is inviting businesses and the community to join us for a morning of litter picking across the town centre.

Diwali Lights 2022

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Join us for the annual Diwali Lights celebrations. Everyone welcome, join us with your family and friends.

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