 Nottinghamshire County Show
 Sat 11 May
Newark Showground
Held at Newark Showground, the Nottinghamshire County Show has something for all the family, showcasing the best of farming, countryside, and rural life. It celebrates the local agricultural community with attractions including livestock, equine, local food producers and craft stalls, competitions, and trade stands.
Take part in fun activities in the Countryside Area and Community Zone, indulge in flavours of the countryside at the Festival of Food, explore floral displays at the Home & Garden Hub, and watch competitions and displays in the Main Ring!
 National Mills Weekend
 Sat 11 & Sun 12 May
Green's Windmill
Celebrate National Mills Weekend, the annual festival of the UK's milling heritage, at Nottingham's 19th Century windmill this weekend.
With free entry, you can climb the mill to see the breath-taking views (don't forget your camera!) and learn how grain is turned into flour using 200 year old methods.
Vaisakhi in the Park
 Sun 12 May
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
Communities come together to celebrate Vaisakhi in the Park, hosted by Indi Singh and DJ Anil, with food stalls, music, and entertainment.
There'll be performances from Premi Johal, Sardara Gill of Apna Sangeet, Khushi, and the Nottingham Asian Arts Council Music and Dance Academy.
Tickets are just £1 per person (plus booking fee).
Just announced: Green Hustle Festival
 Sat 1 June
Old Market Square
Green Hustle Festival is a celebration of life and creativity that aims to make our city greener, healthier, and more connected. The free event returns to the city centre for one day in June with activities, creative workshops, a talks tent, live music, street entertainment, a pop up garden, and a community cafe serving pay-what-you-feel meals.
The festival will bring an inspiring programme right into the heart of the city featuring collaborations with local artists, organisations and community groups, uniting behind the theme ‘Common Ground’. It's also supporting Nottingham City Council's ambition to be carbon neutral by 2028.
Cluedo 2: The Next Chapter
 Tue 21 - Sat 25 May
Theatre Royal
Following the huge success of the smash hit original play, Cluedo is back with a brand new hilarious whodunit. Set in the swinging 60s, we meet a host new suspects, a new house, and lot of new bodies, in this all-new tale of murder, mystery and secret passageways.
The brilliant cast includes West End and TV star Jason Durr, whose numerous credits include leading roles in Heartbeat and Casualty, playing Colonel Mustard and Ellie Leach, reigning champion of Strictly Come Dancing, will make her stage acting debut as Miss Scarlett.
Could Be Real Tribute Festival
 Fri 5 July
Newstead Abbey
This one-of-a-kind event promises to transport you through time and bring the spirit of legendary artists back to life, with a fantastic line-up of tribute artists and bands.
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 perform on two electrifying stages. You can expect an unforgettable night of nostalgia and pure musical magic.
Open-Air Theatre: Beauty & The Beast
 Wed 7 August, Wollaton Hall
Fri 30 August, Newstead Abbey
Presented with original music and sparkling humour, Chapterhouse Theatre Company’s new adaptation of Beauty & The Beast is perfect for all the family.
When an arrogant prince is cursed to live as a hideous beast, his only hope is a kindly young woman in search of a rose.
Just the Tonic Comedy Club
 Sat 11 May
Metronome
Just the Tonic brings the comedy, Metronome serves the drinks, you bring the laughter and cheer! This week's line-up includes Nina Gilligan, Peter Rethinasamy, Roger Monkhouse and Dave Longley.
Described by many comedians as one of the best comedy venues in the country, and with Just the Tonic’s notorious reputation for the best comedy line-ups in the country, you can be sure you are getting one of the best nights in town.
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