Northamptonshire Day 2026 music acts revealed for free festival in Kettering

From 10am to 5pm, the centre of the town will be transformed into themed event zones, local food and drink, community groups, heritage and live entertainment.

To launch the day of celebration, host Cllr Martin Griffiths, leader of North Northamptonshire Council, will be joined by Cllr Mark Arnull, leader of West Northamptonshire Council, as well as the Lord Lieutenant of Northamptonshire James Saunders Watson.

After a flag raising ceremony and speeches at 10am, the day will begin with opening act singer-songwriter Ross Alexander.

Ross said: “I’m looking forward to it – I am positively brimming with vitality. I’m very happy to be involved and pleased to be asked.”

Organised in conjection with Roseshire Festival, acts throughout the day are due to be Helen & Ryan (10.35am to 11.05am), Erwin (11.25am to midday), Beings (12.20pm to 1pm), Mix Tapes (1.20pm to 2pm), The Whisky Flowers (2.20pm to 3pm), Maddox Jones (3.20pm to 4pm) finishing with Britain’s Got Talent finalists Northants Sings Out choir (4.20pm to 4.50pm).

NNC leader Cllr Martin Griffiths said: "Northamptonshire Day is so nearly here. It will be a fantastic opportunity to celebrate everything that makes our county special.

"From our rich heritage and thriving cultural scene to our communities, attractions, businesses and talented residents, this event brings together the very best of Northamptonshire in one place.

"There will be something for everyone to enjoy and I would encourage residents and visitors alike to come along, explore the different zones and celebrate our shared pride in Northamptonshire."

Themed zones across the town centre are designed to showcase the very best of Northamptonshire, including culture, heritage and food and drink.

Away from the town centre, heritage buses will be running while Wicksteed Park will run its full half-term programme on the day and offer discounted tickets to Northamptonshire Day visitors.

In the evening, a special performance of musical theatre, pop, rock and classic hits will take place at the Lighthouse Theatre in Kettering.

Leading the evening will be Lighthouse Theatre manager and singer Ashleigh Hallam who will be joined on stage by local tenor Joshua Daniel, alongside a special appearance from Peter Pan from Lighthouse Theatre’s upcoming Peter Pan pantomime.

The evening will also feature performances from the cast of Kettering Theat’s SIX, as well as members of KD Academy and special invited guests, bringing together an exciting mix of established local performers and emerging talent.