35 upcoming events in Nottinghamshire · page 1 of 2
October 2026
Sherwood Monster Mash-up Halloween Trail
Halloween-themed trail through Sherwood Forest.
Halloween Outdoor Cinema, Wollaton Park
Spooky films shown outdoors in Wollaton Park over the weekend before Halloween, set against the parkland around Wollaton Hall. Wrap up warm for an atmospheric night out.
Bramley Apple Festival of Food & Drink
Southwell's annual food and drink fair celebrating the Bramley apple, which originated in the town, held at Southwell Minster with dozens of stallholders.
Bramley Apple Festival of Food & Drink
The market town of Southwell holds its annual Bramley Apple Festival with dozens of food and drink stallholders selling pies, chutneys and preserves.
The Might of the Longbow: Agincourt Anniversary
Living-history demonstration of medieval longbow warfare.
Abbey Artisan Market
Artisan craft and food market at Rufford Abbey Country Park.
Hockley Hustle 2026
A music and arts charity festival hosting around 500 acts across roughly 50 venues in Nottingham's Hockley quarter.
Robin Hood Day
Annual celebration of Nottingham's legendary outlaw Robin Hood.
Nottingham Comedy Festival
Venues across Nottingham host the 18th Nottingham Comedy Festival, ten days of stand-up and comedy shows across the city.
Nottingham Racecourse Fireworks Night
Nottingham Racecourse holds its annual Fireworks Night with a firework display alongside evening entertainment and food stalls.
November 2026
Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of), Nottingham Playhouse
A comic stage take on the Jane Austen classic playing for a week at Nottingham Playhouse, with a touch tour offered during the run for blind and partially sighted visitors.
Vantom Village Christmas Market, Calverton (November)
An early-season Christmas market in Calverton with more than 75 independent traders and seasonal entertainment, handy for local gifts, food and festive atmosphere.
Light up the Night Fireworks, Walesby Forest
A large Nottinghamshire fireworks display held at Walesby Forest, billed as one of the county's most anticipated bonfire-season events and suitable for a family evening out.
Nottingham Winter Wonderland 2026
Old Market Square transforms into a festive wonderland with an ice rink, Sky Skate Ice Path, Observation Wheel, Ice Bar, Christmas market stalls, and family entertainment.
Nottingham Winter Wonderland and Christmas Market
Old Market Square in Nottingham city centre hosts festive market stalls, an ice rink and a Winter Wonderland with fairground rides.
The Gauntleys Wine Festival 2026
An evening wine-tasting event at Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club (West Bridgford) with more than 75 wines available to sample.
Dylan Moran: Looking for Trouble, Nottingham Playhouse
The Irish stand-up brings his new touring show to Nottingham Playhouse for one Sunday-night performance, a good pick for comedy fans visiting the city in November.
Nottingham Castle Christmas
Nottingham Castle grounds host a festive Christmas trail and seasonal events through the winter period.
Wollaton Winter Light Trail
Illuminated evening light trail through the grounds of Wollaton Hall.
Aladdin Pantomime, Nottingham Playhouse
The Playhouse's festive family pantomime runs from late November well into January, offering a long window to catch a home-grown seasonal production in the heart of Nottingham.
Jack and the Beanstalk Pantomime, Theatre Royal Nottingham
Nottingham's big Christmas pantomime at the Theatre Royal, featuring broadcaster Rob Rinder and Samantha Womack in a lively retelling of the beanstalk tale. A reliable family treat across the festive season.
St Mary's Christmas Tree Festival, Newark
Decorated Christmas trees fill St Mary Magdalene church in Newark for over a week, a gentle, community-made way to start the festive season in the town.
December 2026
Cinderella, Nottingham Playhouse
A Christmas run of Cinderella at Nottingham Playhouse, scheduled from early December through the New Year period, giving families another festive theatre option in the city.
Craft Fair Contemporary 2026
A contemporary craft and design fair at Nottingham Contemporary featuring over 40 local and national makers, including ceramics, textiles and jewellery.