Whether it is parents looking to entertain their little ones, or for Northamptonians looking to experience iconic town events, there are several events taking place in the month of August across Northampton and further afield.
In the next 31 days, there are concerts, a life-sized dinosaur event, the return of the iconic Northampton Balloon Festival, concerts, sporting events and more.
Below are 10 events taking place in Northampton and further afield in August 2024.
5. Dizzee Rascal concert
Grime artist Dizzee Rascal will take to the stage at Delapre Abbey on Friday August 9 for an outdoor, summer gig. He rose to fame in the 2000s with hits Dance Wiv Me, Bonkers and Holiday. Gates open at 5pm. Search Legacy Live Events for more information. Photo: Legacy Live
6. Summer activities at the Grosvenor Centre
Northampton town centre's shopping venue will host activities for children through the summer holidays. On August 10, 17, 24 and 31 between midday and 4pm there will be free face painting, crafts and other activities for all the family. The events will take place at The Gatherings. Photo: Northampton BID
7. Classic Ibiza - Summertime Live
A live 32-piece orchestra will play classic Ibiza anthems at Delapre on Saturday August 10. The show will also feature DJs and vocalists who will be reimagining some of the biggest dance hits of the past 30 years. Joining Classic Ibiza will be MistaJam, Charlie Hedges, DJ S.K.T, 24hr Garage Girls, Fabio & Grooverider, Lisa Maffia, Wideboys, Oxide & Neutrino, Pied Piper & MC DT, DJ Hype & Daddy Earl, In the Lab Recordings, Dolla, Reggie Styles and DJ Davey B. Gates open at 4pm. Search Summertime Live for more information. Photo: Summertime Live
8. Cobblers' first home game
Cobblers' first home game of the season will be against Wycombe Wanders in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday August 13 with a 7.45pm kick-off time. The home campaign in the 2024/25 League One season will kick off on Saturday August 17 against Exeter City. Visit the NTFC website for ticket information. Photo: Pete Norton