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Sun 7 May
Nottingham Castle
There are limited tickets remaining for the Coronation Concert screening at Nottingham Castle this Sunday.
Broadcast live from Windsor, the line-up of performers includes Take That, Lionel Richie, Katy Perry, Andrea Bocelli, Sir Bryn Terfel, Freya Ridings, Alexis Ffrench, Paloma Faith, Tiwa Savage, Steve Winwood, Lang Lang, Nicole Scherzinger, Olly Murs, Pete Tong and Sonam Kapoor. The concert will be shown on a giant screen with a concert-quality sound system in the castle grounds.
For this picnic-style screening you can bring picnic food, or buy food and drink on site. Tickets cost just ÂŁ1 (inclusive of VAT and booking fees).
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Until Mon 8 May
Old Market Square
If you're in the city over the bank holiday weekend, don't miss the Coronation crown on the front of the Council House. You can even crown yourself and take a selfie!
The crown has been retro-fitted with LED lighting effects, as the Council House joins the UK-wide “Lighting Up The Nation” that will see the country join together and illuminate iconic locations across the UK. The Council House and crown will be lit up at dusk each evening up to Monday 8 May.
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Fri 12 May
Broadway Cinema
Storyville, the BBC’s landmark international feature documentary strand is hosting its own series of films, Storyville Live, at the Eurovision cultural festival in Liverpool this month. A selection of these documentaries will be shown at Broadway Cinema on Friday 12 May.
These heart-rending but empowering films include We will not fade away, When spring came to Bucha and Eastern front. The themes of loss, hope and resistance are interwoven, showing the people of Ukraine coming together through unimaginable hardships.
Tickets are free but booking is required.
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 Sat 13 May
Nottingham Castle
Nottingham Castle will become a Eurovision live site to broadcast the Grand Final of the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 on a giant screen. You can sign up to our ticket ballot for the chance to get a pair of the last few tickets.
There are 100 pairs of tickets available (200 in total). Tickets will be randomly drawn and, if you are successful, you will be notified by email and will have 24 hours to claim.
The ballot closes on Wednesday 10 May.
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 Sat 20 May
Wollaton Park
Come and see Nottinghamshire police officers, firefighters, and other supporting agencies showcase their skills and demonstrations.
There will be a variety of stalls, displays and emergency vehicles to explore, including the underwater search unit, drone unit, search and rescue teams, and many more.
Also taking place will be the annual National Police Dog Trials this year.
Entry to the event is free but car parking charges apply.
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 Mon 8 - Sat 13 May
Theatre Royal
Don’t miss this eagerly anticipated 2023 Olivier Award-nominated production of the Broadway and UK smash hit musical Sister Act.
All your prayers have been answered with a stunning cast, including TV and West End legend Lesley Joseph, West End sensation and Hairspray favourite Lizzie Bea and Emmerdale and Waitress star Sandra Marvin as Deloris, everyone’s favourite nun on the run!
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 Sat 10 February 2024
Motorpoint Arena
After claiming their first ever number one album in the UK recently with A Kiss For The Whole World, Enter Shikari have announced a brand new UK tour.
With 20 years of experience, the band have seven ground-breaking albums under their belt, plus have performed over 3000 shows worldwide - guaranteeing an incredible live show presence.
Come and celebrate Enter Shikari's recent epic achievement and hear their brand new album live! They'll be joined by special guests Fever 333 and Noahfinnce.
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 Fri 12 & Sat 13 May
Castle Rock Brewery
The Castle Rock Yard Party is an annual two-day beer, music and food festival, hosted in Castle Rock's brewery yard and adjoining brewery tap, the Vat and Fiddle.
Expect an insane line-up of beers from near and far, some of the best street food Nottingham has to offer, and a killer line-up of music to keep you dancing all day!
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 Sat 13 May
Binks Yard
Bagpipes with attitude, drums with a Scottish accent and a show so hot it carries it’s own health warning!
The Red Hot Chilli Pipers have reached incredible heights with a ground-breaking fusion of rock/pop anthems mixed with traditional Scottish music.Â
Support is from Richie Muir.
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 Wed 10 May
University Hall
Nottingham Trent University welcomes the fabulous Jess Gillam Ensemble to University Hall - a group of brilliant musicians who share Jess' bold, uplifting and open-minded approach.
Jess Gillam's career has seen her as a Classic BRIT Award winner, BBC Young Musician finalist and a Last Night of the Proms soloist.
After topping the classical charts with her album Time, the ensemble will perform music from the record, showcasing the diversity, dynamism, and versatility of the saxophone.
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 Sun 7 May
Wollaton Park
This Sunday 7 May, the gates to Wollaton Park will be opening at 4.30am, so you can enjoy bird song at first light.
Also, the courtyard cafe will be opening from 7am, so after enjoying a delightful walk you can finish off with a breakfast cob and a hot drink.
We recommend that visitors bring a head torch or small torch, and strictly ask that dogs are on leads during darkness. Car park charges do apply.
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 Fri 12 May
Metronome
Get your gladrags on and end the week in style with Nottingham Trent University Music's award-winning Big Band at Metronome.
Enjoy swing and jazz classics at this event, featuring a special guest performing your big band favourites. A great evening out - arrive early to get your pick of the seats, grab a drink from the bar, and sit back and enjoy the music!
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Mon 15 - Sun 21 May
Nottingham
Visitors to the city centre are in for a tasty treat as Nottingham’s very first Restaurant Week begins on Monday 15 May.
Showcasing Nottingham’s vibrant and eclectic hospitality venues, Restaurant Week aims to entice people into the city centre by offering special menus and offers to make going out a more affordable treat. Over the week, restaurants, cafés, pubs, bars and hotels will be offering a huge variety of deals on dining experiences, all reasonably priced.
Visit Eat Nottingham to discover participating restaurants and their Restaurant Week offers.
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