Northants Sings Out and Billy Lockett to lead first-ever Carols on the Square singalong in Northampton Market Square

Britain's Got Talent Finalists Northants Sings Out and popular Northampton singer-songwriter Billy Lockett will lead Northampton's first ever large-scale Christmas carol sing-along in the Market Square, bringing live music, festive cheer and community spirit to the town centre this December.

Taking place on Saturday 13 December from 2pm to 6pm, this free family event will showcase an exciting line-up of local talent; including NMPAT, The Performing Rooms, The Nene Valley Community Band, plus a selection of school and cultural groups who will lead the ultimate Christmas carol concert for residents and visitors.

West Northamptonshire Council is also inviting a local community or school choirs to help open the event with a festive performance. Groups interested in taking part are encouraged to register their interest as soon as possible by emailing majorevents@westnorthants.gov.uk.

Cllr James Petter, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Local Economy, Culture and Leisure, said: "Carols on the Square promises to be a fantastic new addition to our festive calendar, offering residents and visitors the perfect opportunity to sing along to their favourite Christmas classics with a hot chocolate or some mulled wine in hand.

"Alongside the premium new ice rink and a host of other festive activities, this event will help make Northampton a truly magical place to be this Christmas. We are still welcoming an additional choir to get involved and open the event, so I would urge anyone interested to get in touch as soon as possible."

Carols on the Square will run alongside Northampton's brand-new premium covered ice rink, delivered by the engineers behind ITV's Dancing on Ice and the iconic rink at London's Somerset House. Visitors can find out more and book their skating tickets online. The event also provides a taste of what's in store for ChoirFest, coming to Northampton's Royal & Derngate Theatre on 14 February 2026.