Summer holiday events

Holiday events filled with fun and exciting activities for children to celebrate the holiday with joy and creativity!

Every Wednesday in August, 12pm to 4pm at various locations

Get ready for a summer of unforgettable fun! 

Each Wednesday in August, join us for Active Families Fundays – a vibrant, action-packed free afternoon designed to bring families together for laughter, play, and adventure. Small rides, Sport and play activities, Arts and crafts and much more.

Time: 12pm to 4pm

Locations:

  • Corby: Wednesday 6 August, West Glebe Park, NN17 1SZ
  • Wellingborough: Wednesday 13 August, Castlefield's Park, Wellingborough, NN8 1LW
  • Rushden: Wednesday 20 August, Spencer Park, Rushden, NN10 6UL
  • Kettering: Wednesday 27 August, North Park, Kettering, NN16 9JT

Various dates in Wellingborough, Rushden, Corby and Kettering

Is a free family friendly navigation challenge that is educational and fun and gives children a sense of adventure as they explore the park to find markers.

Date and timeLocation

Friday 25 July

1pm to 3pm

Swanspool Gardens
Wellingborough
NN8 1BP

Monday 28 July

1pm to 3pm

Hall Park
Rushden
NN10 9ES

Wednesday 30 July

1pm to 3pm

Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre 
(Green area behind the Centre)
Corby
NN18 9HU

Thursday 31 July

1pm to 3pm

The Green Patch
Kettering
NN16 OLU

Monday 4 August

1pm to 3pm

Peace Park
Thrapston
NN14 4JU

Monday 11 August

1pm to 3pm

Twywell Hills and Dales
Kettering
NN14 4DZ

No need to book, for more information please contact [email protected]

45 minutes of pure fun every Friday in August, session start at 1pm or 2pm in various locations (8 to 12 years old)

A Free session, delivered by the North Northamptonshire Active Communities team, at various locations across North Northamptonshire. 

Pop on your headphones, pick your music channel, and dance like nobody’s watching! With 45 minutes of pure fun, laughter, and feel-good vibes, this is the ultimate party for kids this summer. For children aged 8 to 12 years. 

Date and timeLocation

Friday 1 August

  • 1pm to 1:45pm
  • 2pm to 2:45pm
Hazelwood Neighbourhood Centre, Gainsborough Road, Corby, NN18 0QD

Friday 8 August

  • 1pm to 1:45pm
  • 2pm to 2:45pm
Mawsley, Kettering, NN14 1GY

Friday 15 August

  • 1pm to 1:45pm
  • 2pm to 2:45pm
Queen Victoria Hall, East Northants, PE8 4EJ

Friday 22 August

  • 1pm to 1:45pm
  • 2pm to 2:45pm
Corn Market Hall, Kettering, NN15 7QA

Friday 29 August

  • 1pm to 1:45pm
  • 2pm to 2:45pm
Redwell Leisure Centre, Wellingborough, NN8 5LP

Booking

Book your free space: Playwaze 

Book a HAF funded place

Every Tuesday in August at various locations (teens aged 12 to 16)

A Free session, delivered by the North Northamptonshire Active Communities team, at various locations across North Northamptonshire. 

A calming and creative 4-hour retreat for teens aged 12 to 16. Each session features yoga, journaling, mindful crafts, and space to unwind in a friendly and supportive setting. Held weekly in different North Northants locations. HAF-funded spaces plus limited additional availability.

Date and timeLocation

Tuesday 5 August 

12noon to 4pm

Waendel Leisure Centre, Wellingborough, NN8 1DZ

Tuesday 12 August

12noon to 4pm

West Glebe Pavilion, Corby, NN17 1QD

Tuesday 19 August

12:30pm to 4:30pm

North Park, Kettering, NN16 9JT

Tuesday 26 August

12noon to 4pm

The Pemberton Centre, Rushden NN10 9YP

Booking

Book your free space: Playwaze 

Book a HAF funded place

Country parks

Explore events for the whole family at your local country park.

Last updated 14 July 2025