 Christmas at Wollaton opens today
 Until Sun 31 December
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
Wrap up warm and explore Christmas at Wollaton's magical light trail this December.
With new and exciting light installations, including Son et lumière, Robin Hood's Roses and Jingle Bauble, surprises are around every corner. Festive food, warming drinks and picture perfect moments add to the exciting and unique spectacle.
Some of the peak slots are sold out but there is still good availability for this weekend. Nottingham city residents can get 10% off selected time slots when booking online.
You can also save time on the day by booking your car parking in advance for just £5 per car.
  Winter Wonderland
 Until Sun 31 December
Old Market Square
The Christmas season is officially here and during peak times Winter Wonderland can get very busy.
During the busier periods you will need to book in advance for ice skating, observation wheel fast-track access and bar experiences (including the Ice Bar) as there may not be availability on the day.
Nottingham city residents can get 10% off super off-peak and off-peak skating.
Narnia at Newstead
 Until Mon 1 January (weekends and school holidays)
Newstead Abbey
Explore the enchanting Narnia installations at Newstead Abbey this Christmas - Mr and Mrs Beaver are ready and waiting to greet you!
Take a self-led walk around the historic house and gardens, or book onto a guided tour to learn more about the Abbey.
You can also indulge in afternoon tea or Christmas dinner, and browse a range of craft stalls in the medieval cloisters.
Sinfonia Viva's New Year Gala
 Sun 31 December
Royal Concert Hall
Nottingham’s New Year classical spectacular returns for its 26th year.
Take a tour of some of the world’s most popular orchestral music. In one night visit imperial Vienna (Strauss waltzes), Bohemia (Dvořák’s Slavonic Dances) and the wilds of Norway (Grieg’s In The Hall of the Mountain King). Then journey to Mexico, sultry Seville and the American West with popular dances, opera arias and showtunes, including music from Oklahoma!
Sinfonia Viva’s Principal Guest Conductor Nicholas Kok has made these New Year festivities his own over more than two decades and joins them again to lead the celebrations.
Just announced: Could Be Real Tribute Festival
 Fri 5 July 2024
Newstead Abbey
Get your dancing shoes on and prepare for a mind-blowing musical extravaganza. This one-of-a-kind event promises to transport you through time with an incredible line-up of ten tribute artists and bands.
The festival boasts an impressive array of talent from across the musical spectrum, as legendary acts are brought to life on two electrifying stages.
With a line-up that includes the likes of Sham Fender, Almost Pink, Attic Monkeys, Supersonic Queen, Viva 4 Eva Spice Girls, The Oasis Experience, Ultimate Amy, Sum of Sheeran, Kings of Lyon and Mike Andrew as Robbie Williams, you can expect an unforgettable night of nostalgia and pure musical magic.
 Madness + The Lightning Seeds
 Tue 5 December
Motorpoint Arena
One of the biggest and most-loved British bands, Madness, bring their C’est La Vie tour to Nottingham.
Known for their raucous live sets, the C’est La Vie show will be teeming with hits from the nutty boy’s unrivalled back catalogue along with some songs from the new album.
Responsible for some of the most well-known tracks of the 1990s including Life of Riley, Lucky You and Pure, Lightning Seeds will be the special guests.
Skate into Christmas at the National Ice Centre
 Until Sun 31 December
National Ice Centre
There's lots of fun to be had at the National Ice Centre this Christmas!
Skate with festive characters on Saturday 2 December, where children under 5 can skate for free.
There's also the opportunity to meet the big man himself from Saturday 9 December - tickets include a meet and greet with Santa in his grotto, a Christmas gift, hot chocolate, ice skating and festive colouring activities.
This weekend: Craft Fair Contemporary
 Fri 1 - Sun 3 December
Nottingham Contemporary
Craft Fair Contemporary features almost 40 designers and makers; from independent local sellers to creators from around the UK. With a wide selection of items for sale at the festive event, you can shop locally this Christmas.
There will be a fabulous variety of contemporary craft and design including ceramics, textiles, jewellery, Christmas decorations, homeware, candles, prints, cards and lots more.
Entry is free and there's no need to book.
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