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What's On in Wellingborough – Events This Week & Things To Do
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You can find events across Wellingborough’s residential and green spaces. Live music at The Castle Theatre runs alongside family activities near River Nene and Bassetts Close, reflecting the town’s blend of heritage and community life. Seasonal events like the Beer Festival and Summer carnivals happen regularly across categories including culture & arts, food & drink, fitness & outdoors, shopping & markets, and nightlife & music.
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Events in Wellingborough This Weekend
Kpop Disco
A K-pop-themed disco event featuring dance and music at The Crown Wellingborough.
80S & 90s Revival Night With Disco Henry!
Disco Henry hosts a dance party featuring 80s and 90s hits at Vic Farm Fest.
Drama Workshop - Projection And Using The Voice
A drama workshop focusing on voice projection and vocal techniques for performers.
Dance Workshop - Musical Theatre
A dance workshop exploring musical theatre routines at Irchester Village Hall.
Events in Wellingborough This Week
Truck Takeover
Trucks take over Santa Pod Raceway for a thrilling event.
Kpop Disco
A K-pop-themed disco event featuring dance and music at The Crown Wellingborough.
80S & 90s Revival Night With Disco Henry!
Disco Henry hosts a dance party featuring 80s and 90s hits at Vic Farm Fest.
Drama Workshop - Projection And Using The Voice
A drama workshop focusing on voice projection and vocal techniques for performers.
Dance Workshop - Musical Theatre
A dance workshop exploring musical theatre routines at Irchester Village Hall.
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Upcoming Events by Category
Culture & Arts
Shakers Re-stirred by John Godber & Jane Thornton
Play 'SHAKERS Re-Stirred' by John Godber and Jane Thornton premieres at The Star Hall.
Drama Workshop - Mime Skills
A drama workshop focused on mime skills takes place at Irchester Village Hall.
Family & Kids
Bub Club - Play, Move And Explore With Your Little Ones
Creative play sessions for children under five with sensory movement activities led by an Early Years Artist.
Sunday Fun Day Returns to Vic Farm!
Vic Farm hosts a family-friendly event featuring activities for all ages.
Food & Drink
Teacher Education Event Cbc - June 2026
A professional development event for educators hosted by CBC in June 2026.
Nightlife & Music
Devilman Live - Palm Beach u18s - Wellingborough
A live performance event for under-18s at Palm Beach, featuring high-energy entertainment with no alcohol.
Bassline vs Drum & Bass - Who Runs The Decks ?
A high-energy DJ battle featuring bassline and drum & bass artists competing on the decks.
Deacon Blue - The Retreat Upgrade
Deacon Blue performs a live concert at Bedford Park as part of their 2026 tour.
Deacon Blue - The Terrace Upgrade
Deacon Blue performs a live concert at Bedford Park as part of their Terrace Upgrade tour.
Belters Bingo - Friday 3rd July
Belters Bingo hosts an Independence Day Special at Vic Farm Fest with themed entertainment and lively games.
Shopping & Markets
Pathways Information Evening Central Bedfordshire College
Information evening for pathways at Central Bedfordshire College held at Tresham College.
Featured Places in Wellingborough
Food & Drink
AkashAkash is on Market Street in Wellingborough, serving chicken tikka masala as a regular choice among locals and visitors.
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Cambridge GrillYou can find Cambridge Grill on 37a Cambridge Street in Wellingborough.
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Caprinos PizzaGo to Caprinos Pizza on Cambridge Street in Wellingborough.
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Castello LoungeCastello Lounge is a café bar on Market St in Wellingborough.
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FlamesFlames Kebab & Pizza is a Turkish fast food restaurant at 47 Midland Rd in Wellingborough.
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Things to do in Wellingborough
You can find events across Wellingborough’s residential and green spaces. Live music at The Castle Theatre runs alongside family activities near River Nene and Bassetts Close, reflecting the town’s blend of heritage and community life. Seasonal events like the Beer Festival and Summer carnivals happen regularly across categories including Culture & Arts, Food & Drink, Fitness & Outdoors, Shopping & Markets, and Nightlife & Music.
The town hosts year-round activities drawing people to landmarks such as St Mary’s Church and The Castle Theatre. Family-friendly options take place in parks like Red Hill and Irchester Park, while food-focused events occur near High Street. Live music can be found at venues including Santa Pod Raceway or Trapp’d Wellingborough, offering theatre performances, craft fairs, and seasonal markets connecting locals to independent producers.
The site allows users to browse event listings by category, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Family & Kids, and filter by location such as The FIELDS or Queensway. guides for shopping centres like Swansgate Shopping Centre and heritage trails tied to the town’s history are updated daily.
Common Wellingborough Questions
What kinds of events happen in Wellingborough during the week?
Weekly performances at Castle Theatre include plays, music concerts, and theatrical productions. Themed nights such as comedy or family-friendly evenings also take place. On High Street, market stalls operate regularly with seasonal pop-ups for local craftspeople and food vendors. St Mary’s Church hosts heritage talks on its Perpendicular Gothic architecture and stained glass, often linked to the town’s 1930s era. Dulley’s Baths (Wellingborough Museum), housed in a former Victorian swimming pool built in 1892, features exhibitions of industrial history related to Wellingborough’s shoe-making past.
Where do most events take place in Wellingborough?
Events occur primarily at civic and cultural hubs such as High Street, Market Street, The Castle Theatre, and St Mary’s Church. These venues host regular performances, guided heritage walks, and seasonal festivals. Outdoor spaces including River Nene, Bassetts Close, Irchester Park, and Hatton Park also host activities like family-friendly open days and nature trails during From Farm to Bloom.
Are there family-friendly things to do in Wellingborough?
Yes, families can access options across multiple locations. Parks such as River Nene and Irchester Park provide playgrounds with walkable paths suitable for young children. The Castle Theatre runs interactive workshops tied to the annual Medieval Festival or themed art activities during Heritage Week. Swansgate Shopping Centre holds seasonal events including craft fairs and games, while Tithe Barn hosts vintage markets within a 1600-built structure recently restored after fire damage.
What nightlife and music events happen in Wellingborough?
Nighttime entertainment centres at The Castle Theatre and other venues on High Street or Market Street. Weekly listings include live theatre performances, comedy nights, family-friendly late shows during heritage weeks, and concerts by local musicians from the Sonido Sessions series. Music evenings feature genres ranging from jazz to classical music, often hosted in repurposed civic spaces like Dulley’s Baths.
How can I find events happening this week or this weekend in Wellingborough?
To check what is scheduled for this week or this weekend, consult official event listings on the website with dedicated sections titled 'this week' and 'this weekend.' These are categorised by type, Nightlife & Music, Culture & Arts, Family & Kids, and include locations like The Castle Theatre, High Street markets, River Nene park trails. Filters allow users to search events within green spaces such as Bassetts Close or Irchester Park. Guides for shopping fairs, seasonal festivals, and guided walks along the Wellingborough Heritage Trail are updated daily across all categories.