Holocaust Memorial Day

The theme for Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 is “Bridging Generations,” with the aim to remind us that the duty to remember does not end with survivors alone, but continues through their children, grandchildren and within each of us. This theme calls on communities to actively engage with the past by listening to stories, learning from history and carrying those lessons forward to connect history with hope and ensure the legacy of those who suffered is never forgotten.

To mark the day dignitaries and community groups will come together for a ceremony in the Great Hall, in the Guildhall, Northampton from noon. The event will commence with refreshments and Challah Bread upon arrival followed by various speakers and performances including; String Quarter Music Performance by Northamptonshire Music Performance Arts Trust and Northampton School for Boys, reflections and contributions, statement of commitments from local schools and a memorial prayer and Shofar. The ceremony will close with lighting of memorial candles.

The Council’s One Angel Square building will also be lit up at 8pm to coincide with the Light the Darkness National Moment where people can light candles and place them safely in their windows to stand against prejudice and hatred today.

You may also like the following events from West Northamptonshire Council:

• Next Friday, 6th February, 12:00 pm, Local Plan Exhibition in Towcester in Towcester
• Next month, 11th February, 10:00 am, Winter Support Roadshow - Brackley in Buckingham
• Next month, 14th February, 07:30 pm, Collide: A Choirfest Experience in Northampton

Also check out other Arts events in Northampton.