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  • Bands in the Park!

    Abington Park Abington Park,, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    Sunday and Bank Holiday afternoons at leisure in Northampton's beautiful Abington Park listening to live music! Until 27 September.

  • NORTHAMPTON: The Shoosmith Gallery presents: ‘Drawn from the Wild’ – An Exhibition of Animal Art by Cate Kutas

    The Shoosmith Gallery Delapré Abbey, London Rd, Northampton, Northamptonshire

    Thursday 9th July – Tuesday 4th August 2026 'Drawn from the Wild' brings together a selection of work by Cate Kutas, reflecting a close observation of the natural world and a deep appreciation for the diversity of animal life. ​Born in Leicestershire and based in Northamptonshire, Cate is a self-taught wildlife artist specialising in soft pastel and graphite. A member ... Read More

    Free

  • STOWE HOUSE: Secrets of Stowe Tour

    Step beyond the usual visitor route and discover rooms rarely open to the public. This special tour takes you behind the scenes at Stowe House. Explore the extraordinary Gothic Library designed by Sir John Soane, experience the elegance of the Japan Room, and glimpse the eighteenth-century wall paintings our conservators have carefully revealed on the East Grand Staircase Landing – ... Read More

    £6.00

  • Royals at Stowe House: May Half-Term Family Trail & Crafts

    Royals at Stowe House: May Half-Term Family Trail & Crafts
    Stowe House

    This May half-term, step inside Stowe House for a family-friendly royal adventure through the State Rooms. Follow our children’s trail as you explore the house, uncovering fascinating royal connections and taking part in engaging activities along the way. There’ll also be free self-led crafts where little ones can get creative with themed make-and-take activities and colouring. Perfect for curious young ... Read More

  • Family Xplorer Challenge, Corby

    Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre Alberta Close, Corby, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    NNLeisure’s Active Families team are pleased to invite families to a FREE Xplorer event taking place at the Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre in Corby. Xplorer is a fun, family‑friendly navigational challenge that combines gentle physical activity with problem‑solving. Using a simple map, families work together to explore the area, find markers, and complete challenges, making it a great way to get ... Read More

    Free

  • STOKE BRUERNE: Teddy Bear’s Picnic

    The Canal Museum The Canal Museum,, Stoke Bruerne,, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

    Fun and games with teddy Children - bring your teddy for a picnic on the green beside the canal. Join in the best dressed teddy and name the bear competitions, have your face painted, settle down for some story telling, and enjoy lots of games and activities with children's entertainer Tony Howes. Picnic boxes available from the Museum Cafe or ... Read More

  • Royals at Stowe House: May Half-Term Family Trail & Crafts

    Royals at Stowe House: May Half-Term Family Trail & Crafts
    Stowe House

    This May half-term, step inside Stowe House for a family-friendly royal adventure through the State Rooms. Follow our children’s trail as you explore the house, uncovering fascinating royal connections and taking part in engaging activities along the way. There’ll also be free self-led crafts where little ones can get creative with themed make-and-take activities and colouring. Perfect for curious young ... Read More

  • Royals at Stowe House: May Half-Term Family Trail & Crafts

    Royals at Stowe House: May Half-Term Family Trail & Crafts
    Stowe House

    This May half-term, step inside Stowe House for a family-friendly royal adventure through the State Rooms. Follow our children’s trail as you explore the house, uncovering fascinating royal connections and taking part in engaging activities along the way. There’ll also be free self-led crafts where little ones can get creative with themed make-and-take activities and colouring. Perfect for curious young ... Read More

  • Cool Jazz Collective, Castle Ashby

    Castle Ashby Rural Shopping Yard Castle Ashby Shopping Yard, Castle Ashby

    Cool Jazz Collective Friday 31st July 7pm Neil Riches and his Quintet have been described as Northampton's best kept secret and they return to our Castle Ashby Rural Shopping Yard event, back by popular demand! Cool Jazz Collective features the smooth, mellow vocals of Elaine Riches and Neil's delicate touch on the keys. Elaine combines her love of songs from ... Read More

    £8.00

  • DAVENTRY: Animal Encounter Morning

    Join us for a fun-filled Animal Encounter Morning with Andreas Animals! Get up close with a wonderful variety of fluffy animals, fascinating reptiles, and incredible bugs. Children will have the chance to hold, stroke, and learn all about these amazing creatures in a safe, interactive session led by Andreas Animals. After the animal encounter, enjoy 1 hour of play in ... Read More

    £22

  • USC – Ultimate Street Car

    Santa Pod Airfield Rd, Podington, Wellingborough

    USC at Santa Pod Raceway is the Largest, Loudest, Hottest and Fastest modified car festival in Europe featuring Run What Ya Brung public track time, Drag Racing, Music*, Club Camping, Traders, Show & Shine, Drifting, Stunts Displays, Jet Car and much more. It's the UK's most extreme Car Show!

  • KETTERING: Northants Board Game Convention 2026

    Kettering Arts Centre Lindsay St,, Kettering, Northamptonshire

    Northants Board Game Convention returns for 2026! The third NorbCon will take place over two days - Friday 31st July and Saturday 1st August at Kettering Arts Centre. There will be two 5-hour sessions each day for only £7 per person per session.. Don't worry, if you book both sessions for one day, you don't need to leave between the ... Read More

    £7