Events in Wellingborough From 4th May – 10th May 2026

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Looking for events in Wellingborough this week? You can find a range of options to spend your time, whether you're planning ahead or looking for something to fill an evening. This week focuses on further education, with chances to explore courses at local college open days, showing how facilities and programmes are structured. These are practical sessions for future skill development. Beyond that, live music is on the schedule, with both emerging and established names performing, what's on in Wellingborough this week includes a mix of genres and artists. Performances are taking place along the A45 dual carriageway, accessible via the Midland Main Line for those arriving by train. You can also expect to find local food and drink offerings. Thinking of things to do in Wellingborough this week? A visit to a local venue might suit. It's a chance to broaden your routine or just unwind.

The listings below cover a mix of practical and leisure activities. Wellingborough, originally named Wendelingburgh, has been a market town since 1201, and commerce remains a core part of daily life. Historical context is available, though the town centre has some concerns around crime, this remains a key area for activities. For those using rail transport, direct services run via East Midlands Railway, though the station upgrade is still in progress. Don’t miss the Rushden, Higham and Wellingborough Heritage Railway for a look at the area's railway history, or consider Sywell Aerodrome if aviation interests you.

Check the listings below for times and locations.

Tuesday 5th May

Tresham College Kettering Campus Open Day May 2026

· Food & Drink

Tresham College Kettering Campus hosts an open day in May 2026 to showcase its course offerings.

Thursday 7th May

Tresham College Wellingborough Campus Open Day May 2026

· Food & Drink

Tresham College Wellingborough Campus hosts an open day in May 2026 to showcase courses and facilities.

Shuttleworth College Open Day May 2026

· Food & Drink

Shuttleworth College hosts an open day in May 2026 to showcase its educational programmes and campus facilities.

Friday 8th May

Taj Farrant

· Nightlife & Music

Australian teenage blues rock guitarist Taj Farrant performs his debut UK/EU tour stop in Northampton.

Saturday 9th May

The Utopia Strong + Tvål

· Nightlife & Music

Psychedelic electronic trio The Utopia Strong performs live at The Black Prince in Northampton.

Sunday 10th May

Japshow

· Fitness & Outdoors

JapShow is a high-octane motorsport event featuring drag racing and car exhibitions at Santa Pod Raceway in Wellingborough.