Northamptonshire Events
Past Events In Northamptonshire
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Lynton Avenue Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 24 May 26
Lynton Avenue Gardens, Northampton NN2 8LX
A group of varied gardens set in a suburban location that is surprisingly green. Some gardens are situated on steeply sloping sites, which present...
Garden TeaTime
Sun 24 May 26
Draughton Clubroom NN6 9JQ
We are a tiny village with a huge reputation for delicious food. - so join us for gorgeous
Cream Teas, Gardener's Cream Teas (a twist on a...
Newnham Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 24 May 26
Newnham Gardens, Daventry NN11 3HF
You are so welcome to Newnham. Three plant-lovers' gardens all set in our beautiful old village nestled in the unspoilt Northamptonshire...
Northampton & Lamport Railway - PAW Patrol Weekend
Sun 24 May 26
Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA
Chase and Rubble from PAW Patrol are visiting The Northampton & Lamport Railway on 24th & 25th May!
Official Chase and Rubble characters will be...
Saturday Night Live with The Atomics
Sat 23 May 26
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Join us on 23rd May for a brilliant evening of live music, refreshing cider and great company at Saxbys Cider...
Crick Boat Show
Sat 23 May 26
Crick Marina, West Haddon Road, near Daventry NN6 7SQ
The 2026 Crick Boat Show, sponsored by Haven Knox-Johnston, is Britain's biggest inland waterways festival...
Canons Ashby Book Fair
Sat 23 May 26
Canons Ashby National Trust, Canons Ashby, Nr Daventry NN11 3SD
Our books speak volumes! Come to the medieval Priory Church and browse a wide selection of books which have been donated by our supporters...
Cidery Tour at Saxby’s Cider Saturday 23rd May at 2pm
Sat 23 May 26
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
This tour is for over-18s only and tickets must be pre-booked.
Tickets are just £20 per person (+ booking fees) and include a welcome drink, a...
FIA Main Event
Fri 22 May 26
Santa Pod Raceway, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA
International drag racing at its very best.
Round 1 of the FIA/FIM European Championships brings over 200 teams to Santa Pod...
Murder Mystery MacDeath
Fri 22 May 26
All Saints Church
William St
Kettering NN16 9RR
Fun with the Hamitup Players! MacDEATH
Easton on the Hill Village Gala and Beer and Music Festival
Thu 21 May 26
In and around The Blue Bell Pub,
9 High Street, Easton on the Hill PE9 3LR
5 days of fun and fundraising for local groups in our village, including a FREE massive beer and music festival on Sunday 24th May...
Traditional Jazz evening
Tue 19 May 26
The Wharf Inn, Welford NN6 6JQ
A monthly traditional jazz evening with The New Orleans Hotshots Jazz Band; leader, trombonist: Dave Harmer. Every 3rd Tuesday of each month...
Army Inflatable Day in Northampton | May 17th
Sun 17 May 26
Northampton High School, Northampton NN4 6UU
Army Inflatable Day: Northampton | 17 May
The Army Nerf Inflatable Day lands in Northampton on 17 May, bringing a high-energy, structured tactical...
The Bringtons - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 17 May 26
The Bringtons, Little and Great Brington NN7 4HS
A collection of gardens opening across Little and Great Brington. Eleven gardens will open in Little Brington and eight more in Great Brington...
Badby Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 17 May 26
Badby Gardens, Daventry NN11 3AR
A delightful hilly village with attractive old houses built from golden coloured Hornton stone, set around a C14 church and two village greens (no...
Fly Fishing Lessons (Casting and Tackle)
Sat 16 May 26
Pitsford Fishing Lodge,
Brixworth Rd,
Holcot,
Near Northampton NN6 9SJ
Fly fishing (casting) lessons provided by Mid Northants Trout Fishers' Association. Learn about the tackle used and how to cast a trout fly...
Walgrave open gardens
Sat 16 May 26
Walgrave
Northamptonshire NN6 9PZ
Walgrave village a small peaceful village centred around the church dating back to 13th century . 10 open gardens of various sizes and designs from...
Affordable Art and Artisan Fair
Sat 16 May 26
St. Mathews Parish Centre 27A The Driive , Northampton NN1 4RY
Come to out fun free fabulous family event. 16 stalls of gorgeous paintings and handmade goods by local artists from crochet to candles...
Doorslammers
Fri 15 May 26
Santa Pod Raceway, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA
The fastest door-car drag racing in Europe.
Doorslammers delivers jaw-dropping Pro Mod and doorslammer action as Europe’s quickest cars go...
VW Breakout
Fri 15 May 26
Santa Pod Raceway, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA
A laid-back, family-friendly VW festival weekend.
Family Friendly VW Weekender! A three-day relaxed VW Festival with all the elements of the shows...
V W Breakout / Doorslammers
Fri 15 May 26
Santa Pod Raceway, airfield Road, Podington, Northants, NN29 7XA NN29 7DX
A laid-back, family-friendly VW festival weekend.
Family Friendly VW Weekender! A three-day relaxed VW Festival with all the elements of the shows...
FIA Main Event
Fri 15 May 26
Santa Pod Raceway
Airfield Road
Poddington
Wellingborough
Northampton NN29 7XA
International drag racing at its very best.
Round 1 of the FIA/FIM European Championships brings over 200 teams to Santa Pod...
JapShow
Sun 10 May 26
Santa Pod Raceway
Airfield Road
Poddington
Wellingborough
Northampton NN29 7XA
A Celebration of All Things Japanese on Wheels
A car show where it doesn’t matter whether you drive a modified Nissan Micra or a performance...
Northampton & Lamport Railway - Vintage Transport Weekend
Sun 10 May 26
Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA
The Vintage Transport Day will bring together heritage trains rides and an eclectic mix of vintage vehicles...
JapShow
Sun 10 May 26
Santa Pod Raceway, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA
A Celebration of All Things Japanese on Wheels
A car show where it doesn’t matter whether you drive a modified Nissan Micra or a performance...
Great Dino Spectacular Family Fun Day
Sat 9 May 26
Walgarve Village Hall, 1 Newland Road, Walgrave, Northamptonshire, NN6 6PZ NN6 9PZ
GREAT DINO SPECTACULAR FAMILY FUN DAY
Saturday 9th May | 11am – 5pm
Walgrave Village Hall Recreation Ground, 1 Newland Road,...
Cynthia Spencer Twilight Walk
Sat 9 May 26
Delapre Abbey NN4 8AW
Join us on Saturday 9th May for our much-loved Twilight Walk
A magical evening where our community comes together to remember, celebrate, and...
Kettering Town Silver Band with Long Buckby Community Band
Sat 9 May 26
All Saints Church Community Hall NN16 9AT
Kettering Town Silver Band presents:
Kettering and Buckby in Concert. Raffle available. In aid of roof repairs.
Evenley Wood Garden - Open Garden for NGS
Sat 9 May 26
Evenley Wood Garden, Brackley NN13 5SH
Set among the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, our unique 60 acre private woodland garden has a large and notable collection of plants, trees,...
Ravensthorpe Nursery - Open Garden for NGS
Fri 8 May 26
Ravensthorpe Nursery, Ravensthorpe NN6 8ES
Over an acre of garden wrapped around the former nursery with beautiful views. Planted with many unusual shrubs and herbaceous perennials over the...
“In the Pink: The Legend of the Football Telegraph Pink ‘Un”
Fri 8 May 26
All Saints Church Community Hall, William St, Kettering NN16 9RR
Presentation of “In the Pink: The Legend of the Football Telegraph Pink ‘Un” by Ian Addis.
Monthly Open Mic Night at the Saxbys Cider Taproom
Thu 7 May 26
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Monthly Open Mic Night at Saxbys Cider Taproom
Once a month, Saxbys Cider Taproom turns up the creativity...
Kingsthorpe Bowling Club -Open Day
Sun 3 May 26
Central Avenue, Northampton. NN2 8DZ
OPEN DAY
Sunday 3rd May 11am - 3pm
Fun for all the family
ALL AGES WELCOME
Equipment provided
Flat Footwear Essential
Guilsborough Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 3 May 26
Guilsborough Gardens, Guilsborough NN6 8PT
Enjoy a warm welcome in this village with its very attractive rural setting of rolling hills and reservoirs...
Northampton and Lamport Railway - Brampton Bear Weekend
Sun 3 May 26
Northampton and Lamport Railway NN6 8BA
Steam train rides.
Any child (15 or under) with a Teddy Bear GOES FREE!
Meet our very own Brampton Bear!
Teddy Bear Hunt...
Earls Barton Bowls Club
Sun 3 May 26
The Piece
Earls Barton NN6 0NT
Earls Barton bowls Club are holding an Open Day 11am - 3pm
FREE
Open for you to come and try the game
Flat Footwear Essential
Everyone...
Art Exhibition in Aid of Alzheimers Research UK
Sat 2 May 26
Village Hall, Brockhall Road, Dodford NN7 4SY
Art exhibited by local artists. Proceeds will be donated to Alzheimer Research UK. Teas available. Free parking, Accessible.
Thrapston Bowls Club - OPEN DAY
Sat 2 May 26
Market Road
Thrapston
Northamptonshire NN14 4JU
Thrapston Bowls Club are holding an OPEN DAY
Everyone Welcome
FREE
Come and Try Something New!...
Plant a Sunflower
Sat 2 May 26
Canons Ashby National Trust, Canons Ashby, Nr Daventry NN11 3SD
Plant a sunflower seedling in a compostable pot to take home and grow at home! At home, you can plant your sunflower outside in the ground, or in a...
Classic Car & Bike Meet at Saxbys Cider Taproom
Sat 2 May 26
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
Bring along your beloved classic car or motorcycle to the farm and enjoy a great day with fellow enthusiasts—swap stories, admire the vehicles, and...
NSRA Nostalgia Nationals
Fri 1 May 26
Santa Pod Raceway, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA
Back To The Future… Drag Strip Edition
The Nostalgia Nationals brings together the sights, sounds, and smells of classic drag racing, with Pre-’73...
NSRA Nostalgia Nationals
Fri 1 May 26
Santa Pod Raceway
Airfield Road
Poddington
Wellingborough
Northampton NN29 7XA
Back To The Future… Drag Strip Edition
The Nostalgia Nationals brings together the sights, sounds, and smells of classic drag racing, with Pre-’73...
The Fast Show
Sun 26 Apr 26
Santa Pod Raceway, Podington, Wellingborough NN29 7XA
Performance, modified and classic cars take over Santa Pod.
The Fast Show blends car culture with live track action...
The Fast Show
Sun 26 Apr 26
Santa Pod Raceway
Airfield Road
Poddington
Wellingborough
Northampton NN29 7XA
Performance, modified and classic cars take over Santa Pod.
The Fast Show blends car culture with live track action...
Cottesbrooke Hall Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 26 Apr 26
Cottesbrooke Hall Gardens, Northampton NN6 8PF
Award-winning gardens by Geoffrey Jellicoe, Dame Sylvia Crowe, and more recently Arne Maynard and Angel Collins...
Holdenby House & Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 26 Apr 26
Holdenby House & Gardens, Northampton NN6 8DJ
Holdenby has a historic Grade I listed garden. The inner garden inc Rosemary Vereys renowned Elizabethan Garden and Rupert Golbys Pond Garden and...
Chilli Willy's Hillbilly Bash
Sat 25 Apr 26
Grange Farm, Farndish near Wellingborough NN29 7HJ
For the very first time, we’re excited to bring you Chilli Willy’s Hillbilly Bash!
Get ready for Ellie B and The Tonopah Trailblazers, serving...
The Hypnotist & Mind Reader Live
Sat 25 Apr 26
The Old Savoy
Abington Square
Northampton NN1 4AE
Part One: The Mind Reader (approx 45mins)
Featuring one of the UK’s top hypnotists and renowned mind readers…
Prepare for an evening of amazement...
Finedon Town Bowls Club
Sat 25 Apr 26
Wellingborough Road, Finedon NN9 5JT
FREE EVENT
Come along and give bowls a try
ALL WELCOME
Meet New Friends!
All equipment supplied
Flat soled Footwear essential
The Alan Norris Big Band in Concert
Sat 25 Apr 26
Church of St Mary the Blessed Virgin, Warmington, Peterborough PE8 6TE
A night of big band swing, jazz and vocals.
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Things to do around Northamptonshire
Northamptonshire is a county in England, that has a lot to offer for anyone looking for a fun and memorable day out. Whether you want to immerse yourself in the history and culture of the county, enjoy the natural beauty of the countryside and the parks, or have some adrenaline-filled adventures, Northamptonshire has something for everyone. Here are some of the top things to do in Northamptonshire:
- Experience the thrill of racing, karting, trampoline parks, and more at Silverstone Circuit¹, TeamSport Indoor Karting², RedKangaroo Northampton, and Whilton Mill Karting and Outdoor Activities. These are great places to have some friendly competition and burn off some energy.
- Learn about the history and legends of Northamptonshire at the Althorp House, the Rockingham Castle, the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, and the Northampton Treasure Trail. These are fascinating places to see artefacts, jewels, paintings, and stories from different periods and cultures.
- Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature at the Catanger Llamas, the Coton Manor Garden, the Stanwick Lakes, and the Nene Valley Railway. These are lovely places to see a variety of animals, plants, and scenery, and have a relaxing picnic or a leisurely train ride.
- Have some fun and creativity at the Icarus Falconry, the Virtual Aerospace, the Trapp'd Escape Rooms, and the Royal & Derngate Theatre. These are fun places to enjoy the immersive games, explore the aviation history, solve puzzles and escape rooms, and watch the latest shows and performances.
Northamptonshire is a great place for a day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Northamptonshire. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today.
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- Experience the thrill of racing, karting, trampoline parks, and more at Silverstone Circuit¹, TeamSport Indoor Karting², RedKangaroo Northampton, and Whilton Mill Karting and Outdoor Activities. These are great places to have some friendly competition and burn off some energy.
- Learn about the history and legends of Northamptonshire at the Althorp House, the Rockingham Castle, the Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, and the Northampton Treasure Trail. These are fascinating places to see artefacts, jewels, paintings, and stories from different periods and cultures.
- Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of nature at the Catanger Llamas, the Coton Manor Garden, the Stanwick Lakes, and the Nene Valley Railway. These are lovely places to see a variety of animals, plants, and scenery, and have a relaxing picnic or a leisurely train ride.
- Have some fun and creativity at the Icarus Falconry, the Virtual Aerospace, the Trapp'd Escape Rooms, and the Royal & Derngate Theatre. These are fun places to enjoy the immersive games, explore the aviation history, solve puzzles and escape rooms, and watch the latest shows and performances.
Northamptonshire is a great place for a day out or a weekend getaway. With so many attractions and activities to choose from, you'll never run out of things to do in Northamptonshire. Book your tickets online and start planning your adventure today.