 Just announced: Splendour Festival headliners
 Sat 18 & Sun 19 July 2026
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
Two huge international acts have just been announced as the headliners of Splendour Festival next year - The Wombats will headline on Saturday 18 July and Snow Patrol on Sunday 19 July. Many more acts will be announced over the coming months.
Since they emerged as leading lights of noughties indie, The Wombats have maintained an incredible upward momentum and show no signs of slowing down. Iconic indie-rock band Snow Patrol are known for their swooningly sensitive songs led by the soaring vocals of Gary Lightbody.
Day and weekend tickets are on sale now, with payment plans available, and children under 11 are free. Nottingham City residents can receive a 10% discount by entering their council tax number and postcode.
New on sale: Architects of Air presents Lumini Daedalite
 Mon 20 - Thu 23 October
Sneinton Market Square
Nottingham’s Architects of Air bring their amazing Lumini Daedalite dome to Sneinton Market Square, allowing visitors to explore inside the colourful installation. Be immersed into a world of shifting subtle and saturated hues where you can wander, sit down, and lose yourself in sensory bliss - awakening the senses. It's a fantastic half-term activity for families and is accessible to all.
General admission tickets are on sale now, with family tickets also available. Nottingham City residents can get discounted tickets by entering their council tax number and postcode.
New on sale: Winter Wonderland
 Wed 12 November - Wed 31 December
Old Market Square
Winter Wonderland returns next month, and online booking is now open for ice skating, the Observation Wheel, Ice Bar, and Sur La Piste and Altitude chalet bars. Book in advance and save 10% on your ice skating bookings!Â
Glide above Old Market Square on the Sky Skate Ice Path, take in panoramic views of the city on the Observation Wheel, and enjoy seasonal cheer with delicious food and drink in the alpine ski bars. The Christmas Market stalls will also be back, offering a huge selection of gifts and festive treats, as well as the popular Ice Bar with a brand-new theme.Â
Nottingham International Market
 Until Sun 12 October
Old Market Square
Nottingham is once again hosting the award-winning International Market at Old Market Square. An array of global treats from unusual arts and crafts to fine foods and delis are available, alongside some amazing mouth-watering street food.
Stalls include fresh food, treats, and quirky crafts from a selection of different countries across Europe and beyond.
The market is open from 10am-6pm each day.
Tomorrow: Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk
 Sat 11 October
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
Spend an incredible day with others who understand how it feels to be affected by dementia. Take part in the Alzheimer's Society Memory Walk where you can choose a 2km or 6km route around Wollaton Hall & Deer Park. Share advice, laughter, and support, and when you cross the finish line, celebrate with your medal, knowing you have walked for a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.
Online registrations are now closed, but it’s not too late to walk. You can register on the day at the Information Tent between 10am-10.30am.
Did you come to Goose Fair?
 Goose Fair is over for another year and thank you to the 497,000 people who visited! It was one of the best fairs yet, with exciting new rides and attractions and a huge range of fairground food and beverages.
If you attended the event, or if you're a local resident to the Forest Recreation Ground (living in postcode areas NG7 4, NG7 5, NG7 6, NG3 5, or NG1 4), we'd love to get your feedback so we can make improvements for future fairs. Please complete one of our surveys to have your say.
You'll also get the chance to win a family ticket to the brand-new Wollaton Winter Light Trail this festive season.
Northern Ballet - Merlin
 Wed 15 - Sat 18 October
Theatre Royal
Discover how the world’s most famous sorcerer mastered his powers in the epic adventure you’ve been waiting for. The man, the myth and the legend are brought to life through spectacular sets and costumes, mind-boggling special effects and Northern Ballet’s signature blend of world-class dance and storytelling. And if that’s not enough, there’s a dragon too.
Choreographed by Olivier Award-winning Drew McOnie (Broadway’s King Kong and Baz Luhrmann’s Strictly Ballroom), leave your expectations at the door as you are swept into Merlin’s world where love blooms, power battles are fought and good will strive to conquer evil.
Family Scream Park
 Until Sun 2 November
Twinlakes Park
This October, Twinlakes transforms into the Family Scream Park with over 40 rides and attractions, free pumpkin picking, the Witches Wagon, Monster Rave, spooky games, and friendly character Marty the Monster!Â
As night falls, fear takes over at the Xtreme Scream Park with seven award-winning scare attractions, including Blutlust and the all-new Spores haunt for 2025. Plus there's roaming actors, circus shows, fire acts, aerial performers, street theatre, laser shows, food and drink, and non-stop fun and terror!
Two award-winning experiences. One unforgettable day or night Halloween destination.
This weekend: Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival
 Until Sat 11 October
Trent Bridge Cricket Ground
The Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival returns to its now traditional Nottingham home, for its fifth instalment at Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, and with reduced ticket prices this year.
Brewery bars representing Nottingham's finest brewers will stand alongside stillages of quality real ales from many other esteemed brewers across the country, as the festival returns with access to new areas and a jam-packed live music programme.
Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero
 Wed 12 - Sun 16 November
Motorpoint Arena
Discover the hero inside us all when Disney On Ice returns with the magical adventures of your favourite Disney stars. Step inside the music and magic of Encanto with Mirabel and her family, sail away with Moana and Maui on their brave journey across the ocean, join Anna and Elsa on their quest to protect their kingdom, swim under the sea with Ariel, explore an enchanted castle with Belle, and belt out your dreams with Rapunzel.
Hosted by Mickey and Minnie, experience world-class ice skating, iconic music, and stunning costumes that will make Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero an experience the whole family will treasure forever.
Harmony at the Hall - Carlton Male Voice Choir
 Sun 12 October
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
The popular Harmony at the Hall series welcomes back the Carlton Male Voice Choir following its sell-out concert in 2024!
With a varied repertoire performed, the concert takes place from 2pm-4pm and tickets are ÂŁ10 per person (plus booking fee).
Hockley Hustle
 Sun 19 October
Various venues
The 15th edition of Hockley Hustle will bring more than 400 performers to venues across Hockley. The eclectic and inclusive line-up features Kweku Sackey aka K.O.G (Kweku of Ghana), Aziza Jay, Origin One, Jah Digga, and Rob Green.
St Mary’s Church will host the UFO Orchestra, legendary selectors V Rocket headline 31K, and Cappo, Sancho Panza and Alfie Sharp will feature on the BBC Introducing stage at Metronome.Â
Halloween Outdoor Cinema
 Fri 17 - Sun 19 October
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
Adventure Cinema brings thrilling outdoor cinema experiences this Halloween. Bring a blanket or camping chair, wrap up warm, and watch classic Halloween films on a giant cinema screen under the stars!
Friday 17 October: Scary Movie (18)
Saturday 18 October: Hocus Pocus (PG)
Sunday 19 October: Beetlejuice (12)
Fancy dress is highly encouraged, plus there will be a spooky soundtrack to enjoy before the movie with specially curated songs for witches, ghouls, ghosts, vampires, werewolves and humans alike.
Book launch: Ever Since We Small
 Thu 16 October
Nottingham Central Library
Nottingham Central Library is proud to welcome Jacaranda Books’ Celeste Mohammed in conversation with Panya Banjoko, to celebrate Ever Since We Small. Her second novel delves into the legacy of indentureship and the layered Indo-Caribbean heritage that was born out of an under-discussed historic migration.
Hosted in the library's atrium space, join them for a conversation that roots this spell-binding novel in a historic context, and that reshapes how we understand the Caribbean and its people.
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