 Exclusive payday discount: 80s Silent Disco
 Sat 9 August
Nottingham Castle
A silent disco like no other is coming to the grounds of Nottingham Castle for the first time, with a spectacular 80s experience! Top DJs will be playing your favourite decade-defining tunes in stunning, illuminated surroundings.
Join hundreds of like-minded 80s fans singing their hearts out, whilst wearing state-of-the-art LED headphones, to tracks from Queen, Prince, Whitney Houston, George Michael, and many more.
As a special payday treat for What's On Nottingham subscribers, you can get 20% off tickets using promo code NottsCastle0908Â - offer ends on Friday 8 August.
Nottingham Carnival
 Sun 17 August
Victoria Embankment
Mark your calendars, grab your whistle, and bring your energy to Nottingham’s biggest Caribbean cultural event! Nottingham Carnival will be headlined by international stars Etana, Stylo G, and BBC 1Xtra's Seani B.
Within the Carnival Village, you’ll find live performances and DJ sets to dance to all day, mouthwatering Caribbean food, a licensed bar, fairground rides and undisputed good vibes. Nottingham Carnival will feature an incredible seven hours of entertainment for every generation and background.
General release advance tickets are on sale for entry to the Carnival Village - we recommend booking in advance to get the best available prices.
The colourful Carnival Parade starts at 2pm and is free to watch at any point along the route, where you can enjoy over 400 spectacular costumes and choreography from more than 16 troupes taking part.
Movie nights at Nottingham Beach
 Until Sun 31 August
Old Market Square
The summer holidays are here and Nottingham Beach is the perfect day out for all the family. Chill out on the sandy beach, dip your toes in the paddling area, or relax in the Beach Bar.
As the sun sets, there is a free programme of weekday entertainment, including movie nights on Mondays at 6pm. Upcoming films include Top Gun (4 August), The Greatest Showman (11 August), Moana (18 August) and Grease (25 August).
CommuniTree Festival
 Sun 10 August
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
At the CommuniTree Festival you can enjoy live performances from Berber Diffusion, Kaykay & Co, Grace Chidima, Jaguza (featuring guitarist Mr Will), and Musa Mboob & Xam Xam, along with more fantastic artists throughout the day, plus performances by talented students from the Nottingham Asian Arts Council Music & Dance Academy.
There will also be creative workshops and a global marketplace featuring a variety of food stalls. Advance tickets are £2.35 per person (includes booking fee).
The Rocky Horror Show
 Mon 4 - Sat 9 August
Royal Concert Hall
Australian superstar Jason Donovan comes to Nottingham in Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show, as part of a new world tour. The legendary performer reprises his iconic role as the captivating Frank-n-Furter across the UK, following a sold-out Australian tour in 2024.
Having been seen by over 35 million theatregoers, The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids - Brad and his fiancée Janet. When by a twist of fate their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion, they meet the charismatic Dr Frank-n-Furter. It's an adventure they’ll never forget, filled with fun, frolics, frocks, and frivolity!
Outdoor Cinema
 Fri 22 - Sun 24 August
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
From heartwarming family favourites to sing-a-long classics and adventure-packed blockbusters, there’s something for everyone at Wollaton Hall & Deer Park with Adventure Cinema. You can also enjoy a specially curated soundtrack before each film.
Friday 22 August: The Greatest Showman Sing-A-Long (PG)
Saturday 23 August: Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza (PG)
Sunday 24 August: The Gruffalo & Stick Man (U)
Sunday 24 August: Moana 2 (U)
Sunday 24 August: Wicked Sing-A-Long (PG)
Day Fever Festival
 Sat 23 August
Nottingham Arboretum
The UK's biggest daytime disco Day Fever is coming to Nottingham Arboretum for the perfect summer party! Expect the greatest nostalgic hits of the 20th century as you party among the trees, with impromptu crowd singalongs and plenty of bars and street food stalls.
The daytime clubbing experience has been created by Vicky McClure along with husband Johnny Owen and Reverend and the Makers’ Jon McClure.
Foolhardy Folk Festival
 Sun 24 August
Nottingham Arboretum
The line-up for the Foolhardy Folk Festival, curated by acclaimed English folk singer Beans on Toast, sees him bringing some of his favourite performers to join him for an uplifting celebration of folk music at Nottingham Arboretum.
Performing on the bandstand will be Grace Petrie, The Young’uns, Funke and the Two Tone Baby, Ruth Lyon, Nick Parker, Ben Brown, Ann Liu Cannon, Leo Baby, Emily Alice... and of course Beans on Toast himself!
Once again, it will be a family-friendly celebration of music, trees and revelry. Alongside the wonderful music, there will be a beer festival, street food vendors, and kids corner.
Next weekend: Gloworm Festival
 Fri 8 - Sun 10 August
Thoresby Park
The three-day Gloworm Festival has been specially created for grown ups and their little people! Come along and enjoy your favourite TV stars, boogie on down to some brilliant bands, and join in some of the many workshops and activities the festival has to offer.
Join Paul Chuckle, Justin Fletcher, Bodger & Badger, and Andy and the Odd Socks on the Main Stage, and enjoy tributes to Sabrina Carpenter, Dua Lipa, Blur, and Arctic Monkeys. There's also a circus, creative play zone, characters from Paw Patrol, CBeebies bedtime stories, and much more!
HAIM
 Fri 24 October
Motorpoint Arena
Haim are setting out on their I quit UK arena tour this autumn! I quit is the first new album since the band’s 2020 album Women In Music, Pt. III, which earned them a Brit Award for International Group.
Women In Music, Pt. III received two Grammy nominations, including the prestigious Album of the Year recognition. With this nomination, Haim became the first all-female rock group to be included in the Grammy’s top category. Special guests for the tour will be announced soon.
Hacienda
 Sat 6 September
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
The iconic Hacienda will be back in Nottingham, bringing a star-studded line-up of house and electronic legends to one of the UK’s most stunning outdoor venues. This open-air event promises a unique fusion of historic grandeur and world-class dance music.
Hacienda’s return brings an unmissable celebration of club culture, featuring some of the most influential artists and DJs in dance music history, including Armand Van Helden, Groove Armada, Inner City Live, K-Klass Live, Alison Limerick, Greg Wilson, and DJ Paulette.
Nottingham City residents can receive a 10% discount by entering their council tax number and postcode when booking.
The Hundred
 Sun 10 - Wed 27 August
Trent Bridge Cricket Ground
Trent Rockets are gearing up for another thrilling summer of world-class cricket and unforgettable entertainment, as The Hundred returns to Trent Bridge with four unmissable matchdays. Each fixture offers back-to-back men’s and women’s games, alongside a vibrant mix of live sport, family-friendly fun, and headline music acts - with DJs and performers at every matchday.
Nottingham rock trio GIRLBAND! will be one of four acts to take to the stage as part of a stellar live music line-up. The Harbours, bexx, and Mansfield rock band The Publics will also perform live across the four matchdays, following in the footsteps of the likes of Jake Bugg in taking to the Trent Bridge stage.Â
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