Nottingham is serving up a feast of unforgettable food and drink events this summer! From sizzling sausages to global street eats, there’s something delicious around every corner. Whether you love a cold brew or are just hungry for a good time in the sunshine, these events are set to spice up your summer calendar.
 Sausage & Cider Festival
 Sat 31 May Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
The Sausage & Cider Festival returns to Nottingham for a spectacular day of feasting and drinking, including dozens of sausage and cider flavours, eating competitions, and festival bars!
Chris Moyles - best-known for hosting the legendary BBC Radio One Breakfast Show, and current host of The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X - will be joining the line-up with a DJ set, alongside special guests Barrioke (Barry from Eastenders), Kevin & Perry, and Big John.
There will also be incredible tribute performances to Mumford & Sons, Fleetwood Mac, Oasis, Madness, Stereophonics, and Kings of Leon.
 Nottingham Craft Beer Festival
 Fri 20 & Sat 21 June Sneinton Market Avenues
A line-up of 40 local and national breweries will be at the Nottingham Craft Beer Festival this June, including Buxton Brewery, Blue Monkey, Neon Raptor, Wild Horse Brewing Co, Kraft Werks, and many more. See the list of breweries here.
Sneinton Market Avenues provides a unique atmosphere, with beer stalls taking over the avenues lined by independent businesses. Live music and entertainment will be programmed by The Grove, a new small music venue within the site, and street food will also be on offer from a range of food trucks, curated by site residents Bustler.
 Foodies Festival
 Fri 27 - Sun 29 June Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
The UK's most popular food and music festival is coming to Nottingham. Michelin stars and top chefs will join Masterchef and Bake Off champions on stage, with chart toppers Blue, The Wanted 2.0 and house legend DJ Judge Jules.
At the three day 'Gastro Glastonbury' you will see top chefs cooking live, learn baking tips and enjoy champagne, wine, beer and cocktail classes all included in your ticket. Kids will be entertained with cooking lessons, crafting and fairground rides making it a fun family day out. Dogs are welcome too!
 Nottingham Restaurant Week
 Mon 2 - Sun 8 June City Centre
This week-long celebration will showcase the very best of the city’s diverse dining landscape, with exclusive menus, special offers, and exciting culinary experiences at participating restaurants across Nottingham.
New for this year, the event also features four guided food tours, offering small group experiences led by the award-winning Hidden Food Tours. To take advantage of Nottingham Restaurant Week menus, simply download the free It's in Nottingham app and browse the list of participating restaurants and their irresistible offers.
 Festival of Food & Drink
 Sat 20 & Sun 21 September Thoresby Park
There's a fantastic menu of delicious street food, bars, beautiful crafts and gifts, and artisan food and drink goodies for this year's Festival of Food & Drink at Thoresby Park.
Celebrity chef guests will include Rosemary Shrager, Simon Rimmer, Paul A Young and Chris Bavin in the Cookery Theatre. As well as wine tastings, cocktail making, and a kids cookery school, the fun is covered for the whole family!
 Magic of Thailand Festival
 Sat 21 & Sun 22 June Forest Recreation Ground
Taste authentic Thai cuisine at the Magic of Thailand Festival! As well as delicious food and drink, there's lots to experience for the whole family.
You can watch traditional dance and music performances, Muay Thai boxing, ladyboy shows, and even a Buddhist monk blessing ceremony. There will also be Thai massages and fortune tellers, and children's rides for the little ones.
 Pint of Science Festival
 Mon 19 - Wed 21 May Various venues
The Pint of Science Festival aims to bring thousands of scientists and their research out of the lab and into pubs, cafes and places near you to share their scientific discoveries. Venues included are Canal House, Bunker's Hill, The Blind Rabbit, Beeston Social, and The Carousel.
Topics feature the mysteries of the universe, how our bodies work, the latest in technology and climate studies, art and science, and impacts on society and policy - there is something for everyone!
 The Sensational 60s Experience
 Sun 1 June Royal Concert Hall
The Sensational 60s Experience is the only 60s show out on the road today! Featuring an incredible ensemble of original artistes and band members, this is the ultimate festival of nostalgia that will have you stepping back in time to that magical decade of music and memories.
Starring Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich, The Trems (featuring Jeff Brown, former member of The Tremeloes), Mike d’Abo (former lead singer with Manfred Mann), The Fortunes, Spencer James (40 years lead singer with The Searchers), and Vanity Fare, this unforgettable night is packed with timeless classics.
 My Life in Light: Photography Exhibition
 Opens Sat 24 May Nottingham Central Library
Tracey Whitefoot, one of Nottingham’s most renowned and successful local photographers, is launching a brand-new exhibition celebrating the beauty of our local area in landscape photos. There will be 65 images on display, captured over the last two decades and featuring scenes from around Nottinghamshire.
Two of Tracey’s most popular and beautiful photographs will be featured, including her most well-known image of Goose Fair, and Narnia, a magical winter scene captured in rural Nottinghamshire. Visitors can chat to her during the exhibition launch on Saturday 24 May from 9am-4pm.
 The Bootleg Beatles
 Fri 13 June Binks Yard
Get ready for a night of timeless hits as The Bootleg Beatles, the world’s No.1 Beatles tribute act, take to the stage at Binks Yard!
With shows at iconic venues such as London’s Royal Albert Hall, Glastonbury Festival, and even Wembley Stadium, The Bootleg Beatles have earned international acclaim and have cemented their place as the closest experience to a live Beatles concert.
 Medieval Legends
 Sat 24 - Mon 26 May Nottingham Castle
Home to the legendary Robin Hood and with a long-standing history of rebellion at Nottingham Castle, the three-day medieval weekend will showcase cave tours and a medieval encampment. It will include the Lincolnshire medieval re-enactment society, Knights of Skirbeck, who provide a unique blend of living history and entertainment.
Beyond the medieval activities in the grounds, on site there will be mouth-watering food and drink options within the visitor centre and cafés, and the shop will even have child-friendly archery sets for little ones inspired to take up a new hobby. Standard admission applies.
 Bryan Adams
 Sat 17 May Motorpoint Arena
Bryan Adams takes to the stage on his ‘Roll With The Punches’ world tour, named after his new studio album.
The tour will see Adams and his band performing across the globe throughout the entire year. With huge hits such as Summer of '69 and (Everything I Do) I Do It For You, Adams remains a beloved figure in rock music. The tour promises to deliver more of his signature high-energy performances and timeless rock anthems.
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