(opens in a new tab)SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER
Kettering town centre
10am until 5pm
Come and join us for a celebration of our county’s history, culture and visitor attractions - transforming Kettering for the region's biggest family day out. Explore the very best of Northamptonshire!
The event will feature the full reopening of the Alfred East Art Gallery and Kettering Library.
The event will span multiple locations across the town centre, focusing on the Market Place, while Kettering Leisure Village and Wicksteed Park will also join in the celebrations.
A highlight of the day will be heritage bus services operated by the Northamptonshire Transport Heritage Society.
The buses give families the chance to travel back in time to explore the different activity hubs and discover more of the county's rich transport history.
The event aims to showcase Kettering as a thriving cultural destination, as well as the wider Northamptonshire area.
Visitors can expect:
- Family activities and children's entertainment throughout the day
- Heritage exhibitions celebrating local history and community stories
- Live performances in the heart of Kettering town centre
- Historic venues opened for exploration and activities
- Vintage and heritage bus experiences linking key attractions
- Opportunities to visit Wicksteed Park and Kettering Leisure Village as part of one memorable day out
- Community groups, arts organisations and sporting partners coming together to celebrate the county
ZONES
Family Zone
Food and Drink Zone
Heritage Zone
Community Zone
Culture Zone
Main Stage
