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Ross Alexander, The Whisky Flowers and Northants Sings Out choir /IMG

Britain's Got Talent finalists to headline Northamptonshire Day celebrations

Halloween half-term fun at Wicksteed Park

Win family wristbands for Halloween at Wicksteed Park

Boombastic Events is bringing its first Halloween House Party to The Charles Bradlaugh on October 31, with two floors of music running from 8pm until 1am the following morning.

Events business keeps Halloween tradition going after shock Picturedrome closure

From black forest hot chocolate to french toast latte, there are autumn specialty drinks for everyone – and walking around the autumnal gardens with a warming beverage is encouraged.

Halloween afternoon tea available at landmark for one week only – don’t miss out

Set within hundreds of acres of picturesque Northamptonshire countryside, Whittlebury Park is a four-star hotel and conference, training and leisure destination.

No tricks, just treats at Whittlebury Park this Halloween with 20% sale

Northampton Central Library

Free library sessions to help residents get online

Malcolm Arnold Festival in Northampton

World premiere and star performers lined up for Malcolm Arnold Festival

Twycross Zoo's Room on the Broom maze makes perfect family memories

Cowper & Newton Museum

Father Christmas to switch on festive lights at museum ahead of quiz night

Northampton's Winter Light Trail at Delapre Abbey

New route and never-before-seen displays revealed for Christmas light trail

The Good, The Bad & The Rugby

Saints legend Courtney Lawes to join James Haskell for hilarious rugby show

April marked a decade of Lorraine and Lee Lewis’ dedication to bringing comfort, dignity and human connection to adult cancer patients across the region through free gift packs and support visits. Photo: James Warren Photography.

Lewis Foundation to mark 10th anniversary in style at gala ball – don’t miss out

Harry's Pals Comedy Night at Staverton Park Hotel, near Daventry, on Friday, October 23

Spider-Man star Tom Holland's comedian dad stars in special charity show

The rally will in All Saints Square in Northampton

Town centre to host unity rally bringing communities together against racism

Library picture (Photo by Oli Scarff/Getty Images)

175ft fairground ride, festive markets and live entertainment for WinterFest

Fireworks at Northampton Saints

Spectacular fireworks, lasers and fire breathers returning to Saints' stadium
A spectacular evening of fireworks, lasers, fire breathers and live entertainment is returning to Northampton Saints' stadium this November.
David Summers

Hobbycraft Northampton is celebrating 30 years of serving local makers this World Mental Health Day, Saturday October 10

Store celebrates as research highlights mental health benefits of creativity

The Fast Show is coming to Royal & Derngate

The Fast Show original stars reunite for special night at Royal & Derngate

A new dog walking field recently opened at Stanwick Lakes

New secure dog walking field at beauty spot welcomes 150 visitors in first month

The 'Pawsitively Cosy Event' is taking place this weekend

Animal charity to hold bumper pet shopping weekend to help animals in its care

Pete Waterman

Pete Waterman's final model railway recreates village in 64ft display

British Art Portfolio, based in Guilsborough

Art gallery wins regional award as it celebrates 15 years of success

Silverstone Museum

Silverstone Museum to turn down noise for special sensory-friendly sessions

The World Conker Championships are taking place on Sunday (October 11)

Conkers at the ready as quirky world championships return

The first Northamptonshire Day was held in Northampton in 2025/ WNC

Civil War re-enactments, music and family fun lined up for Northamptonshire Day

Library picture (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

Free roadshow aims to help over-60s drive safely for longer

Warner’s Distillery will hold its annual Sloe Swap at Falls Farm in Harrington on Sunday, October 11

Popular ‘Sloe Swap’ returns with gin fans rewarded for hedgerow haul
Gin fans are being invited to scour Northamptonshire’s hedgerows as an unusual annual event returns this weekend – with bottles of spirits on offer in exchange for hand-picked sloes.
David Summers

MFM – Summer ’76 is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund

NREC sets out plans to tackle hate crime and preserve Black history

Good Habits

Indie-folk duo to launch new album with village hall gig

Paul Lockyer-O'Brien stars as Johnnie in the Daventry Players' production of Johnnie B Goode

Much-loved musical returns with original cast members 23 years later

Diana Rulevska is the founder and owner of Tiny Tots Play Café on Bridge Street, where young children can freely play while parents relax in the cafe – and there is space for birthday parties and events too.

Mother opens family-friendly and cosy play cafe at the heart of the town centre

West Northamptonshire Council's Let's Talk Rubbish Pop-Up Roadshow

Shoppers invited to find out more about new bin collections at roadshow

HERA Wellness was created by Stacey Blair and Katie Muggleton and they opened the doors to the public at Weedon Depot in January 2026.

Meet the friends who brought space for women’s wellbeing and connection to life

The event is on Saturday, October 24.

Popular daytime disco bringing 70s, 80s and 90s classics to Northampton Saints

Matthew Humphreys' exhibition, Translating, opened at Arts Collective Northampton on September 30 and runs until October 8

Artist returns with exhibition inspired by his father's battle with dementia

The Chosen

Church to host screening of hit TV series The Chosen before general release

Innoflate is planning to transform the former Gravity unit at Sol Central into a large-scale inflatable adventure park

Target opening date revealed for new indoor inflatable adventure park

There were eight trustees who founded Dementia Sings Out in Wellingborough back in 2019, inspired by Vicky McClure's documentary, and it has now expanded to Northampton.

Dementia Sings Out group expands to Northampton following seven successful years

Delapré Abbey

BAFTA-winning producer bringing top female comedy talent to Delapré Abbey

Last year's fireworks night at Northampton Saints

Spectacular fireworks, laser show and fire breathers coming to Saints

The Wetherspoon festival runs from Wednesday, October 7, to Sunday, October 18

Pub to host 12-day beer festival featuring ales from around the world

Early bird tickets are now on sale for the pumpkin hunt at Castle Ashby Gardens, taking place from October 24 to November 1.

Looking for a family day out? Look no further than Castle Ashby pumpkin hunt

Library Plus

Love reading? Libraries launch new Book Bingo challenge for adults

Reverie Candle was founded by Ashley Gwati, who invites guests to wind down, daydream and create personalised scents to escape their fast-paced realities.

Have you ever wanted to make your own perfume, candle or soap? Here’s the spot

The Night Sky Show

From Shakespeare to stargazing: Four shows coming to Royal & Derngate

Jaime Busto (GASGAS-ESP) in action

World motorcycle championship return will attract 6,000 fans a day

Northamptonshire Day celebrations are planned for 2026

West Northamptonshire residents urged to join huge celebration of county

Families are invited to pick their perfect pumpkin as the gates open for another season of autumn fun at this unique day out at Kislingbury Sunnies and Spooks on Rothersthorpe Road.

Pumpkin season is FINALLY back at family-run Kislingbury Sunnies and Spooks

Northampton Museum and Art Gallery is hosting the I Grew Up 80s exhibition

From Blippi to Joy Division: Events happening this week

The group's aim is working collaboratively to conserve and enhance the Billing Road Cemetery to create a safe, accessible, enjoyable and sustainable place for the benefit of all.

Friends of Billing Road Cemetery invite town to discover history of 13-acre site

The family-run Colready Highlands Farm first opened its doors to the public in July 2023, originally as a six-week holiday highland cow experience, and it has since gone from strength to strength.

Here’s what award-winning Colready Highlands Farm has planned for rest of 2026

Christmas at Silverstone will run from Friday, December 11, until Thursday, December 31

Silverstone to transform F1 circuit into Christmas wonderland with Lap of Lights

Holistic women’s coach Nikki Antonaccio empowers women all over the world to become their most confident selves while thriving in their lives and businesses.

Less than 10 tickets left for fifth year of women’s health and empowerment event

Saxophonist Ian Millar and pianist Dominic Spencer

Scottish jazz duo to perform village hall fundraiser

Northampton Garden Centre

Father Christmas to launch festive season at garden centre