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.
9. Dinosaurs in the Park
Roaming, life-sized dinosaurs will head to the grounds of Delapre Abbey from Friday August 16 until Sunday September 1. 40 life-sized, realistic animatronic dinosaurs from the Jurassic, Triassic and Cretaceous periods move their heads, jaws, and claws and hiss, snarl, and growl, to provide an exhilarating and truly immersive experience. Search Dinosaurs in the Park for more information. Photo: Kirsty Edmonds
10. Northampton Balloon Festival
The iconic town festival will return to the Racecourse from Friday August 16 to Sunday August 18. The event will boast a wide range of hot air balloons taking to the sky (weather permitting), fireworks, a fair, live entertainment, refreshments, workshops, community stalls and more. Search Northampton Balloon Festival for more information and tickets. Photo: Nat Jacquest Richards
11. Silverstone Festival
From race action, family entertainment, food and music, Silverstone Festival over bank holiday weekend (Friday August 23 to Sunday August 25) will offer an epic weekend. Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Busted and Olly Murs are headlining the main stage over the three nights. Visit Silverstone.co.uk for ticket information. Photo: Silverstone Festival