Thousands of residents and visitors joined celebrations in Northampton Market Square on Saturday (25 October) for the inaugural Northamptonshire Day event, bringing the heart of Northampton to life in a showcase of civic pride and demonstrating why Northamptonshire is the perfect place to live, work, visit, invest, and thrive.Organised by West and North Northamptonshire Councils in partnership with Discover Northamptonshire and partners, the full-day event featured live music, family-friendly activities, flavour zones, heritage experiences and more - all designed to celebrate the people, heritage, culture and businesses that make our county special.From the moment festivities began at 1pm until the...

27 October, 2025

NNBN, The Northamptonshire Business Network is proudly backing Northamptonshire Day this year and is encouraging local people to join in the celebrations.This year, Northamptonshire Day will be marked with a dedicated event in Northampton Market Square on Saturday 25th October. The event will bring together residents, visitors, and local organisations to showcase the very best of Northamptonshire - from craftsmanship and innovation to local pride and community spirit.The day was inspired by St Crispin’s Day and has grown into a vibrant celebration of everything that makes our county unique.NNBN Director Simon Cox said “Northamptonshire Day is a day we should...

24 October, 2025

An exciting programme of events and activities has been announced for the Northamptonshire Day celebration event, taking place on Saturday 25 October in Northampton Market Square.The action-packed event, organised by West and North Northamptonshire Councils alongside Discover Northamptonshire and partners, promises an interactive and fun showcase of everything that makes the county special – from its people, places, and businesses to its heritage, culture, and traditions. This event will have something for every resident and visitor to enjoy.Taking place from 1pm to 7.30pm, visitors can enjoy a packed day of live entertainment, interactive stalls, heritage exhibitions, and family-friendly activities. The...

13 October, 2025

A bold new celebration of civic pride, place, and community spirit is coming to Northamptonshire this autumn as West and North Northamptonshire Councils join forces for Northamptonshire Day, taking place on Saturday 25 October 2025This flagship event will utilise Northampton Market Square as the vibrant hub of culture creativity and connection, showcasing everything that makes the county special - from local talent and rich heritage to delicious food and family-friendly fun - with plans to host next year’s event in the north of the county.Delivered in partnership with Discover Northamptonshire, the official Local Visitor Economy Partnership (LVEP) and countywide tourism...

21 August, 2025