As the weather starts to brighten up, our minds turn to spring and summer, which is when Northampton's event calendar is the most jam-packed. And the town certainly has plenty to offer this year!
Big-named celebrities will be bringing their tour to the town in 2025, annual festivals such as Northampton Balloon Festival and the Gin and Rum Festival will return, and there will be plenty of gigs and music festivals to enjoy.
Below are just 19 of the huge array of excellent events and things to look forward to in Northampton in the second half of 2025.
17. Cycle4Cynthia
The annual charity bike ride will take place on Sunday September 21, starting and finishing at Althorp Estate. The event raises vital funds for Northampton's Cynthia Spencer Hospice and caters for all abilities with routes ranging from five to 70 miles. Register to take part on the Cynthia Spencer website. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
18. Shows at the Royal & Derngate theatre
The Royal & Derngate already has many shows lined up for 2025 with big names and touring companies visiting the theatre, such as Diane and Vito, Tony Blackburn, Anton and Giovanni, Bat out of Hell, Alan Davies, Level 43, and more. Visit the Royal & Derngate website for more information and tickets. Photo: Google
19. Shows at The Deco
There is also a huge array of shows on at The Deco theatre during 2025, including StrictlySENsational, Anglia Comedy Allstars, Bernie Keith's Handbag Heaven, Showaddywaddy, The Jerseys and more. Search The Deco Theatre to find out what else is on and to purchase tickets. Photo: The Deco
20. Annual events in Northampton
There are also a number of annual events that take place in Northampton, which are expected to take place in 2025. Details of the events will be announced at a later date. The events include: Gin and Rum Festival and Christmas events such as the light switch on. Photo: Various