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This Sunday: Nottingham Carnival
Nottingham Carnival [ [link removed] ]
Sun 20 August
Victoria Embankment

The spectacular Nottingham Carnival is at Victoria Embankment this Sunday.

Numerous troupes from Nottingham and around the country will be taking part in the colourful Carnival Parade, which starts at 2pm and is free to watch at any point along the route. This year features phenomenal costumes and dancers, including the Montserrat Masqueraders, Moko Jumbies, Punjabi Roots and Phoenix Mas Band.

The festival is open from 12pm-8pm with four stages of live music and Carnival sound systems, traditional Caribbean cuisine, fairground rides and kids activities. The parade can be viewed from within the festival site, with all Carnival troupes also performing on stage.

Entry to the festival is just £5 when booked in advance (plus booking fee) or £6 on the door, and under 12s go free.

Plan your journey to Victoria Embankment via *Nottingham City Transport [ [link removed] ]*, *Trentbarton [ [link removed] ]* or *NET Tram [ [link removed] ]* (which will be operating a 10-minute service). Car parking is also available from 11.30am on the day.

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Tomorrow: Bands in the Park
Shipstone Street Jazz Orchestra [ [link removed] ]
Sat 19 August
Arboretum Bandstand

Shipstone Street Jazz Orchestra is a swing band playing vocal and instrumental numbers by the jazz greats including Duke Ellington, Count Basie and John Coltrane.

They perform a free concert at the Arboretum bandstand tomorrow at 2pm, as part of the Bands in the Park series.

The band has been a favourite on the local jazz scene since 2005, and has recently been granted National Lottery funding to bring its toe-tapping rhythms to new audiences.

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Robin Hood Half Marathon - race entry discount
Robin Hood Half Marathon [ [link removed] ]
Sun 24 September
City Centre

It's time to lace up your running shoes, get into the open air of our wonderful city and join thousands of runners for Nottingham’s Robin Hood Half Marathon.

The route will take you through the heart of the city, passing iconic landmarks like Nottingham Castle, Wollaton Hall, Trent Bridge and ending at Victoria Embankment.

It's your last chance to get 20% off race entry using code *MNN23_20* when booking online. The offer expires on Thursday 31 August 2023. All bookers with this promotion code will also be entered into a competition to win a long sleeve race t-shirt!

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Outdoor movies with Luna Cinema
Pretty Woman [ [link removed] ]
Thu 24 - Sun 27 August
Wollaton Park

This August bank holiday weekend, Luna Cinema brings outdoor movie nights you couldn't script any better. As day turns to night, soak up the atmosphere, pop the bubbly and get ready for cinema under the stars.

*Thursday 24 August*
*The Dark Knight Rises (12) [ [link removed] ]*

*Friday 25 August*
*Top Gun: Maverick (12) [ [link removed] ]*

*Saturday 26 August*
*Pretty Woman (15) [ [link removed] ]*

*Sunday 27 August*
*Barbie (12) [ [link removed] ]*

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Nottingham Forest Store Unveiling
Nottingham Forest Store [ [link removed] ]
Fri 18 August
Old Market Square

Today Nottingham Forest will be unveiling and opening their brand new store on Smithy Row. The store will act as a new hub for supporters to purchase a host of retail items, including all three of their 2023/24 adidas kits.

As part of the launch, Forest will also take over Nottingham Beach, creating a fun and family friendly experience which will include live music, activities, football freestyler and competitions. There will also be a live Q&A with Forest players and club legends throughout the day.

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Arboretum Beer Festival
Arboretum Beer Festival [ [link removed] ]
Sat 26 August
Arboretum

This all-day event showcases dozens of great real ales and craft beers from local breweries and beyond. Located around the park’s Victorian bandstand, the event will blend the tasty food and beer selection with live music and entertainment.

Street food vendors will be curated by Bustler Market with plenty of choice to cater for all tastes and food preferences.

Kicking off at midday, there will be music and entertainment over two stages - the bandstand and the Acoustic Rooms pallet stage.

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Greatest Days
Greatest Days [ [link removed] ]
Mon 4 - Sat 9 September
Theatre Royal

Relight Your Fire with this sensational new production of Take That’s smash hit musical "Greatest Days" starring Jennifer Ellison.

Featuring more than 15 record-breaking Take That songs, alongside a heart-warming and hilarious story of love and laughter from Tim Firth, the award-winning writer of "Calendar Girls", that will make your heart shine.

The musical follows five boy band obsessed best friends in the 1990s, who reunite over 20 years later to see their heartthrobs one last time in what could be the greatest day of their lives.

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Nottingham Beach
Beach [ [link removed] ]
Until Sun 3 September
Old Market Square

Head to Old Market Square this summer to enjoy seaside fun in the city. 

Cool off in the paddling area, make sandcastles on the beach or chill out with a drink in the Beach Bar.

If you're looking for more thrills, book a slot on the Giant Slip 'n Slide which includes the largest inflatable urban waterslide in the UK, and a huge six-lane waterpark.

Tickets can be booked online to avoid disappointment on the day, with a discount available for Nottingham city residents.

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Dizzee Rascal
Dizzee Rascal [ [link removed] ]
Fri 6 October
Motorpoint Arena

Fresh from his sell-out show at the 02 Arena in March, British music legend Dizzee Rascal is heading on tour to celebrate the 20th anniversary of his groundbreaking debut album "Boy In Da Corner".

The electrifying show, which sees Dizzee perform the album in its entirety, followed by all his bassline hits such as "Bonkers" and "Bassline Junkie", will be coming to Nottingham this October.

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Enchanted Forest Installation
Enchanted Forest [ [link removed] ]
Until Sun 3 September
Lakeside Arts

Digital artist Barret Hodgson has let his imagination run wild to create a fantastical woodland. The free exhibition is open Tuesday to Sunday with SEND friendly sessions on Wednesdays.

Explore the forest and meet magical creatures and amazing plants - and what changes can your curiosity bring about?

Filled with neon trees, water that ripples and butterflies that fly towards you, this exhibition is enchanted! Children can also enjoy free themed craft activities on their visit.

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Nottinghamshire Day Festival
Sherwood Outlaws [ [link removed] ]
Sat 26 August
Sherwood Forest

Celebrate our great county with the Nottinghamshire Day Festival next weekend.

Throughout the day there will be a host of interactive events and activities including storytelling, guided walks, medieval musicians, quizzes, archery, axe throwing and more!

Back by popular demand, crowd favourites The Sherwood Outlaws will be returning to bring the legend of Robin Hood to life with their all-action arena show.

The festival is open from 10am-4pm with free entry. 

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Open-Air Theatre: Bad Dad
Bad Dad [ [link removed] ]
Mon 28 August
Nottingham Castle

Driven to desperate measures in order to provide for his son Frank, Gilbert agrees to become a get-away driver for the local baddies.

An open-air adaptation of David Walliams’ Bad Dad is the perfect summer family entertainment. So, pack your picnics, grab your wet weather gear or sun-cream (or both), something to sit on, and join Frank and Gilbert as they navigate their way through car chases and convicts in the struggle to escape the clutches of the local crime lord and clear Gilbert’s name.

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