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Nottingham Events Calendar

Looking for something to do in Nottingham? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in Nottingham with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in Nottingham and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for Nottingham, featuring the best of things to do in Nottingham – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. Nottingham fundraisers and charity events.

Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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  • BURTON JOYCE LIVE MUSIC CHARITY EVENT

    Cross keys, button joyce 38 Main Street, NG14 5DX, Nottingham, Nottingham

    This annual live music event is free to attend, raising life saving money for local suicide prevention services Harmless & The Tomorrows Project. The schedule of local musicians can be found here: 1:00 - 1:30 MIKE JAMES Aerophone 2:00 - 3:00 CHARLIE WATSON Folk Acousitc 3:30 - 4:30 JIMI STRANGE Punk to Blues 4:45 - […]

    Free

  • Ladies Day 2026 ft DJ Marvin Humes

    Southwell Racecourse Southwell Racecourse, Southwell, Southwell

    Ladies Day at Southwell Racecourse – Sunday 16 August 2026  Get ready for one of Nottinghamshire’s biggest and most stylish summer events as Ladies Day returns to Southwell Racecourse on Sunday 16 August 2026. Whether you’re planning a long-overdue catch-up with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking for a standout day out, this […]

    £35

  • Hayao Miyazaki’s Dreams by Mystery Ensemble

    St Mary’s Church, Nottingham High Pavement, Nottingham NG1 1HN, United Kingdom, Nottingham, Nottingham

    Join us on August 22nd at the stunning St Mary’s Church, Nottingham, for one of our most beloved and best-selling programmes! The Miyazaki Dreams concert is an immersion in the fabulous atmosphere of the films of the world-famous Japanese director and Oscar winner Hayao Miyazaki. Mystery Ensemble has collected magical music from his anime and […]

    £25 – £40

  • Rent the musical

    Nottingham Girls High School 9 Arboretum Street, Nottingham, Nottingham

    ‘RENT’ the musical presented by Spotlight Theatre Company showing between 27th-30th August 2026 at the Squire Performing Arts Centre. Rent is a Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning rock musical by Jonathan Larson that follows a year in the lives of impoverished artists and musicians struggling in NYC's East Village under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. Loosely […]

    £22

  • Stars of London’s West End Present An Evening of Queen at Trent Bridge

    Trent Bridge questions@trentbridge.co.uk, Nottingham, Nottingham

    This summer, Trent Bridge will host An Evening with Queen - Stars from the West End - a spectacular concert celebration of one of the world’s most iconic bands. The show is scheduled for Friday 28 August 2026 at Trent Bridge, Nottingham. Featuring a dazzling cast from London’s West End, including former stars of the […]

    £30

  • Copacabana Magic ®️ The Barry Maniliw Spectacular

    Nottingham Royal Concert Hall Theatre Square, Nottingham, Nottingham, Nottingham

    COPACABANA MAGIC | MANILOW 🏡 Born and bred in Nottingham, our very own Martyn James returns home for the biggest night of the tour! 🎭 COPACABANA MAGIC® – The Barry Manilow Spectacular 📍 Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham 📅 Friday 28th August 🕢 7:30pm This isn't just another tour date – it's a homecoming. Join family, […]

    £31.50

  • Superheroes and Princesses Family Fun Raceday

    Southwell Racecourse Southwell Racecourse, Southwell, Southwell

    Superheroes & Princesses Family Fun Raceday – The Ultimate Bank Holiday Day Out Make the most of the August Bank Holiday with an unforgettable day of live racing, family entertainment and magical experiences at Southwell Racecourse. Taking place during the school summer holidays, the Superheroes & Princesses Family Fun Raceday brings together sporting excitement and […]

    £35

  • American Idiot

    Duchess Theatre Westgate, Long Eaton, Long Eaton

    American Idiot    Chatsworth Arts Centre Events › Green Day’s AMERICAN IDIOT - LEOS Musical Theatre Company Green Day’s AMERICAN IDIOT - LEOS Musical Theatre Company Duchess Theatre, Derbyshire, NG10 1EF Tuesday 1st September 2026 - Saturday 5th September 2026 American Idiot is a contemporary rock musical that follows three young friends as they leave […]

    £13 – £15

  • Beginners Watercolour Course (6 weeks 1.15-3.15 pm)

    Top Valley Community Centre Top Valley Way NG5 9DD, Nottingham, Nottingham

    Watercolour Painting Course, suitable for beginners, or those returning to art after a break. All materials included. The course is taught by our experienced friendly members in a small group with plenty of support if needed. Text or email riseparkartgroup2@gmail.com for more details and to book a place. For those with some skills why not […]

    £30

  • Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus Nottingham

    Wollaton Hall Park Wollaton Hall Park, Wollaton Road, NG8 2AE, Nottingham, Nottingham

    Step into the spectacular world of Gandey’s K-Pop Dragon Circus — a dazzling fusion of East meets West, where magic, music, and myth unite beneath the big top. Leading the adventure is the charismatic Ringmaster Joel, joined by his mischievous clown companion, La Loka. Their journey begins when they discover a baby dragon, Together, they […]

    £9.99

  • The Printmaking Social

    Yolk 29 Goose Gate, Nottingham, Nottingham

    Join Nottingham-based artist and designer Joanna Clay for The Printmaking Social - a relaxed, hands-on, beginner-friendly two-hour session where you’ll be guided through designing, carving, and printing your very own lino block. This class focuses on the foundations of lino cutting while encouraging creative exploration through a range of printmaking approaches, from repeat patterns to […]

    £25

  • An Evening with David Domoney – Step by Step Gardening Live

    East Bridgford Garden Centre Fosse Way, East Bridgford, East Bridgford

    Award-winning horticulturalist and TV presenter David Domoney will be sharing his gardening wisdom with audiences at an entertaining and inspiring event filled with practical advice and insider tips. This Morning’s resident gardening presenter will guide audiences through essential gardening tasks step by step, sharing professional tips and creative ideas to help you achieve stunning results, […]

    £12
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