Ice rink and festive events in Northampton

Get your skates on this Christmas for our real ice rink at Northampton Market Square.

Open from Thursday 4 December 2025 through to Sunday 4 January 2026, it’s the perfect way for visitors of all ages and abilities to get in the festive spirit.

The rink measures 22 metres by 14 metres and is covered, so you can enjoy skating whatever the weather. 

There will be a licensed bar, and visitors can take part in a range of fun seasonal activities operating alongside the rink.

Ticket options include family and corporate packages, early-bird deals and skating lessons. Book by Thursday 31 October for a 20% discount. 

The rink will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.

Other events

Market Square on Ice is just one of a number of activities being lined up in Northampton town centre this winter. Look out for the following:

• Christmas Lights Switch On, taking place on Saturday 22 November in the Market Square delivered by Northampton Town Council
• Santa’s Grotto in the Grosvenor Centre, launching on Saturday 22 November and open weekends throughout December, delivered by Northampton BID and supported by Northampton Town Council.
• Small Business Saturday on Saturday 6 December, the dedicated national day to support local businesses, with a town-wide Grinch takeover led by Northampton BID
• “Carols on the Square” on Saturday 13 December, with a local choir and singers

Partnership and sponsorship

West Northamptonshire Council is delivering the ice rink with Northampton Town Council, Northampton BID and Discover Northamptonshire.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for local businesses, for more information email [email protected].

Last updated 26 September 2025