 Samsung Flip Park Notts
 Sat 13 April
Tram Line Spot & Nottingham Contemporary
Hosted in partnership with Skate Nottingham, and supported by Skateboard GB, Samsung Flip Park Notts aims to bring the buzz and success of London Flip Park to a city rich with skateboarding history and community.
Free events will take place at the Tram Line Spot and Nottingham Contemporary on Saturday 13 April, including skateboard design workshops, panel discussions, yoga for skaters, photography workshops, coaching for all abilities, and a skate jam with the chance to win Samsung prizes and more! Renowned skaters will also be ripping at Tram Line Spot throughout the day.
The events are free and we recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment, however limited walk-ins will be available on the day too.
 Nottingham International Market
 Until Sun 7 April
Old Market Square
Old Market Square hosts the award-winning International Market until Sunday!
An array of global treats from unusual arts and crafts to fine foods and delis are available, alongside mouth-watering street food. Stalls include bonsai trees, perfume, rustic signs, gelato, jewellery, macarons, artisan pizza, fairtrade gifts, and lots more.
This family-friendly event has something for everyone, even the pickiest eater.
Nottingham Puppet Festival
 Tue 9 - Sun 21 April
Various venues
Celebrating the artistry of puppets along with the communities that inspire their stories, the Nottingham Puppet Festival will bring puppetry of every kind to all corners of the city.
There's a huge range of performances, workshops, talks, screenings, and exhibitions at venues including Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham Central Library, Broadway Cinema, Lakeside Arts, and City Arts.
Highlights include:
Laura Mathews' Flying Puppets
 Until Wed 24 April
Nottingham Central Library
Laura Mathews' puppets are an exploration into the intricate dynamics of animal movement - partly to understand them, and partly to inhabit another creature, feeling through the strings what it is to swoop and soar. This free exhibition showcases her complex creations and the beauty of movement.
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The Adventures of Prince Achmed
 Wed 10 April
Broadway Cinema
Three years in the making, Lotte Reiniger’s beautiful 1926 silhouette animation brings to life magical tales from the Arabian Nights. Musician Chris Davies reinvigorates the film with his skilful composition and live performance using a spectacular array of instruments from around the world to accompany Prince Achmed’s journey from the Middle East to Africa, China, and beyond.
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Dragon
 Sun 14 April
Lakeside Arts
A visually-stunning fantasy puppet show, taking children (and families) on an exhilarating adventure. The performance mixes cutting-edge projection and digital animation with beautiful live puppetry, performed to a soaring original soundtrack.
Sneinton Avenues Vegan Market
 Sat 6 April
Sneinton Market Avenues
A new vegan market will take up residency at Sneinton Market Avenues from 10am-2.30pm tomorrow, with further dates scheduled in May and June.
Browse a range of vegan stalls including Ethiopian food and traditional coffee, natural skincare products, cheesecakes, oat milkshakes, Indian streetfood, and more!
The Wizard of Oz
 Tue 9 - Sat 13 April
Theatre Royal
Direct from The London Palladium, the sensational new production of one of the world’s most beloved musicals comes to Nottingham.
Starring RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner and Dancing On Ice star The Vivienne as The Wicked Witch Of The West, this spectacular production will be truly magical for all the family.Â
Featuring the iconic original score from the Oscar-winning MGM film including Over The Rainbow, Follow The Yellow Brick Road and We’re Off To See The Wizard with additional songs from Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.
Society of Authors
 Sat 6 - Sat 20 April
Nottingham Central Library
Society of Authors presents three events at Nottingham Central Library this April. Tomorrow, writers can join Ian Douglas for a course on world building in fantasy and sci-fi fiction.
On Saturday 13 April, Mark Jacobs gives a talk on the letters of Laura Ridings, reading extracts from her letters and his memoir. Then, practicing witch Moira Hodgkinson gives an honest account of witchcraft on Saturday 20 April.
Photography Exhibition - Young Creative Awards
 Until Thu 25 April
Smithy Row
A unique city centre exhibition by young photographers, who have been mentored by former Young Creative Award winner and professional photographer, Lamar Francois.
Candid urban images taken by six participants, including YCA 2023 winner Deanna Gallacher, are showcased on Smithy Row.
The photographers went on a series of photo walks around the city, where Lamar highlighted opportunities amongst the busy streets and helped them capture, edit, and select the images they have now shared in the exhibition.
Just announced: Ay-Up Market
 Fri 26 - Sun 28 April
Old Market Square
The Ay-Up Market - a celebration of Nottingham's independent retailers and creatives - returns to Old Market Square for its third year!
More than 60 local stallholders will be selling a variety of products, including freshly baked goods, sweet treats, vintage clothing, plants, skincare, homeware, jewellery, and pet accessories.
There will also be an exciting programme of live music, plus cultural performances and activities.
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