New on sale: Nottingham Independents' Castle Beer Festival
Fri 4 & Sat 5 April Nottingham Castle
Just announced for next year, the Nottingham Independents' Castle Beer Festival will celebrate local independent breweries, cidermakers, and foodies!
Breweries in attendance will include Castle Rock, Blue Monkey, Hollow Stone, Neon Rapter, Liquid Light, Shipstone's, and many more.Â
Tickets are on sale now for ÂŁ10 per person (plus booking fee).
Faith, and trust, and pixie dust!
Sat 7 December - Sun 12 January Theatre Royal
Join Peter Pan for a high-flying, swashbuckling adventure this Christmas!
TV fashionista Gok Wan will lead the cast as The Magical Merman, along with TV personality and actress Denise Welch as Captain Hook, children’s TV favourite Paul Chuckle as Starkey, comedy ventriloquist and Britain's Got Talent Finalist Steve Hewlett as Smee, Kate Stewart as Tinkerbell, Molly Farmer as Wendy, and Aiden Carson as Peter Pan.
This family treat will include all your favourites from Neverland and with amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, Peter Pan will take your whole family on a magical trip like never before!
A giant of a panto show
Fri 29 November - Sat 18 January Nottingham Playhouse
When Jack exchanges the family cow for mysterious beans, he begins an epic adventure when they grow into an enormous beanstalk. Join Jack as he bravely climbs to discover a land above the clouds, where a ferocious giant lurks in his castle. Will Jack outwit the giant and leave with his magic harp? And can he bag the golden egg-laying goose that will change his family’s fortunes forever?
Packed with comedy chaos courtesy of Nottingham’s favourite dame, John Elkington, join Nottingham Playhouse for a show jam-packed with laughter, live music, and spectacular special effects. Expect top tunes, dazzling costumes, and plenty of audience participation in this super-sized extravaganza that will leave everyone feeling sky-high.
The Storm Whale
Sat 14 December - Sun 5 January Lakeside Arts
Noi lives with his Dad and six cats by the sea. One summer, while his Dad was busy at work, Noi rescued a little whale that washed up on the beach. A friendship began that changed their lives forever.
Benji Davies’ tender and heart-warming stories of loneliness, love and courage are brought to life as one magical piece of theatre, based on the award-winning books The Storm Whale and The Storm Whale in Winter.
Snow White and the Seven Drag Queens
Mon 6 January Motorpoint Arena
Mirror, mirror, on the wall, come see the naughtiest adult panto of all! It’s time to tell your friends and grab your tickets for Snow White and the Seven Drag Queens.
Join Gogglebox favourite and Queen of the Jungle, Scarlett Moffatt, who headlines the cast alongside Celebrity Big Brother winner, David Potts, and Ru Paul’s Drag Race icons, Michael Marouli and Tomara Thomas. Starring alongside them are Ophelia Balls, Janice Dickinyourson, Andi Martine, Miss Dixie Swallows, and Brenda LaBeau.Â
Cinderella
Sat 30 November - Sun 15 December Nottingham Arts Theatre
After being raised at Hardup Hall by her father, the Baron, Cinderella finds herself with a new step-mother and two step-sisters. They treat Cinderella like a servant, but she has a few friends to help her along the way...
Prince Charming is holding a very big party for everyone in the town but the Baroness won’t let Cinderella go until she has finished all her chores. Will Cinderella get to the party and meet her Prince Charming? We’ll need to ask the very magical Fairy Godmother...
Packed with comedy and festive fun for all the family, don’t miss this magical amateur production at the Nottingham Arts Theatre.
Christmas at Woodthorpe
Sat 23 November - Mon 23 December Woodthorpe Park Plant Nursery
This Christmas season, visit Woodthorpe Park Plant Nursery for lots of festive fun! Enjoy visits with Santa, where children can share their Christmas wishes and receive a special gift.
The Christmas Market offers unique stalls with handcrafted items and seasonal treats, perfect for finding gifts for loved ones. Kids can get creative with themed craft sessions, making ornaments and felt elves. For adults, the wreath-making workshop provides a fun, hands-on experience creating beautiful wreaths with natural greenery.
Plus, from this weekend you can find your perfect, freshly cut Christmas tree, which are grown locally and for every tree cut a new one is planted!
Ice Bar at Winter Wonderland
Until Tue 31 December Old Market Square
With an exciting new Narnia theme, the Ice Bar has opened its doors at Winter Wonderland.
Chill out in the frosty minus 10-degree temperature, whilst sipping on a tasty drink or two. Keep cosy in the gloves and coats that are provided and make sure to book early to avoid disappointment - this popular attraction always fills up fast!
Meet Santa at the National Ice Centre
Sat 21 - Tue 24 December National Ice Centre
Join the National Ice Centre for a festive adventure at the enchanting Santa’s Grotto. Meet the jolly old man himself, enjoy festive treats, and create lasting memories.
Slots are available to book from Saturday 21 - Tuesday 24 December and include a meet and greet with Santa, ice skating at the magical indoor ice rink, a Christmas gift, hot chocolate, and festive colouring stations.
An Audience with Monty Don
Wed 27 November Royal Concert Hall
Last few tickets left! Join BBC Gardeners’ World presenter and gardening writer, Monty Don, as he shares his passion for gardens and the unique role they play in human inspiration and wellbeing.
With something for seasoned gardeners and green-fingered novices alike, don’t miss the opportunity to join Monty for a timely and thought-provoking celebration of the ever-surprising and comforting presence of nature. This is the ultimate Monty Don experience.
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