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Outdoor Cinema at Newstead Abbey

Grease

Fri 17 - Sun 19 July
Newstead Abbey

Join Adventure Cinema for fantastic outdoor movie experiences in the stunning grounds of Newstead Abbey. Grab your popcorn, snacks and drinks throughout the evening, or bring your own picnic, and enjoy a themed movie soundtrack before the film starts. Fancy dress is also highly encouraged!

Friday 17 July: Grease Sing-A-Long (PG)
Saturday 18 July: Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza (PG)
Sunday 19 July: Pride and Prejudice (U)

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Outdoor Cinema at Wollaton Hall & Deer Park

Bing

Fri 28 - Sun 30 August
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park

Outdoor movie experiences you couldn’t script any better! From heart-warming family favourites to sing-a-long concerts and adventure-packed blockbusters, there’s something for everyone.

Friday 28 August: Dirty Dancing (12)
Saturday 29 August: Sing (U)
Saturday 29 August: Queen Outdoor Cinema Celebration (12A)
Sunday 30 August: Bing And His Friends At The Cinema! (U)
Sunday 30 August: Andrea Bocelli 30: The Celebration (PG)
Sunday 30 August: Jurassic Park (PG)

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Tomorrow: Selston Films in the Park

Selston Films in the Park

Sat 20 June
Selston Country Park

The free Selston Films in the Park event, brought to you by Ashfield District Council, offers two family-friendly films and a full day of entertainment. Gates open at 1pm, with Peter Rabbit 2 hitting the big screen at 2pm. Then at 6pm, the park will come alive with the feel‑good musical favourite Hairspray, perfect for dancing, singing, and celebrating a summer evening together.

Throughout the day, you can also enjoy a wide range of attractions including inflatables, face painting, music, local traders, and a fully stocked bar.

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This weekend: Nottingham Craft Beer Festival

NCBF

Fri 19 & Sat 20 June
Sneinton Market Avenues

The Nottingham Craft Beer Festival returns for its eighth year - the perfect early Father's Day treat for beer-loving dads! Sneinton Market Avenues provides a unique atmosphere with beer stalls taking over the avenues lined by independent small businesses. 

More than 30 breweries will be in attendance, showcasing their craft beer produced locally, nationally and beyond. Alongside, tasty street food will be on offer from a range of food traders, plus live entertainment curated by The Grove. Saturday day tickets are now sold out but there is still availability for the evening sessions.

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Tomorrow: Garage Republic Festival

Garage Republic Festival

Sat 20 June
Motorpoint Arena

Garage Republic Festival is bringing together the biggest names in UK Garage and R&B for a huge 10-hour celebration of the sounds that defined a generation.

Featuring Artful Dodger, Sweet Female Attitude, So Solid Crew, Oxide & Neutrino, Heartless Crew, DJ Luck & MC Neat, and more - expect non-stop UKG classics, old-school vibes, and R&B anthems all day long. Please note this event has moved from Meadow Lane Stadium to Motorpoint Arena.

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Father's Day Fest

Father's Day Fest

Sun 21 June
Binks Yard

Celebrate the legends we call Dad (and all father figures) at this mini outdoor family festival! It's the ultimate way to say cheers, whether he’s drinking a cold beer, belting out a dad anthem, or enjoying family fun.

The day will include a 'Daddeoke' singing competition, live DJ, Carlton Male Voice Choir, surf simulator, rodeo bull, penalty shoot out, street food and bars.

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Cancer Research UK Race for Life

Race for Life

Sun 21 June
Victoria Embankment

There's still time to sign up and take part in Cancer Research UK's Race for Life to raise money for life-saving cancer research. With a 5k or 10k race to choose from, participants will enjoy a flat route with a mixture of terrains which is perfect for all abilities.

Walk, jog or run together in a group or go solo at your own pace. However you choose to take part, you’re helping to beat cancer.

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Jersey Boys

Jersey Boys

Tue 30 June - Sat 4 July
Royal Concert Hall

The boys are back as the original Tony-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour! Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons in the true-life musical phenomenon, Jersey Boys.

They were just four guys from Jersey, until they sang their very first note. The show features all the hits including Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Walk Like A Man, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Beggin’, December 1963 (Oh What A Night) and more.

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Meet The Gruffalo

Gruffalo

Sat 27 June
Wheelgate Park

A very special visitor is making an appearance at Wheelgate Park for a full day of fun! The Gruffalo will be making personal appearances throughout the day, giving families the chance to meet, wave, and snap a memorable photo. Don’t forget to bring your camera and share your magical moments.

Meet The Gruffalo is included with a standard admission ticket, also giving you access to more than 30 rides and attractions, including the biggest outdoor waterpark in the Midlands.

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Nottingham Puppet Festival

Puppet Festival

Sat 27 June - Sun 5 July
Various venues

Nottingham Puppet Festival returns with a city-wide celebration of puppets and people, opening with a free event in the city centre on Saturday 27 June. A trail of performances and walkabouts will take place at outdoor spaces like Old Market Square, Listergate, and Carrington Street.

The festival features a full programme of puppet-based performances, workshops and exhibitions, including The Enormous Crocodile at Theatre Royal (Thursday 2 - Sunday 5 July) - a mischievous musical based on Roald Dahl’s snappy book. 

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Romeo & Juliet at Newstead Abbey

Romeo & Juliet

Wed 24 June
Newstead Abbey

The Open-Air Theatre season begins at Newstead Abbey with a pair of star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet! A family feud divides the community and violence stalks the streets. Who can see beyond the hate and dare to follow their heart?

Oddsocks return with their new take on this well-loved classic, finding laughs and pathos in the most dramatic of tragedies.

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Weekend of events at Colwick Park

Girlypop

Fri 26 - Sun 28 June
Colwick Park

Three huge music events come to Colwick Park next weekend, bringing live entertainment, delicious food and drink, and summer vibes all day long.

Friday 26 June: Boiler Room
Iconic music broadcaster Boiler Room brings an outdoor summer session with multiple stages, facilitated by Groovebox. The line-up features Overmono, very special guest Giggs, Joy Orbison, Chloe Robinson and more.

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Saturday 27 June: Rum & Reggae Festival
An incredible programme of reggae legends and live acts, alongside street food vendors, tropical cocktails, and premium rums. There will be colourful décor, infectious rhythms, and an atmosphere guaranteed to transport you straight to the islands!

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Sunday 28 June: GirlyPop Festival
Expect dazzling tribute performances to Olivia Rodrigo, Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, Ariana Grande and Beyoncé, reimagined with bold visuals, stunning staging, and high-impact styling.

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This weekend: Woodthorpe Neighbourhood Fun Fair

Funfair

Until Sun 21 June
Woodthorpe Grange Park

There's fairground fun for all the family this weekend at Woodthorpe Grange Park. All your favourite rides will be in attendance, such as the Waltzers, Dodgems, Tea Cups, and Helter Skelter, plus games and food stalls.

The fair is open from 4.30pm-8.30pm today, 12.30pm-8.30pm on Saturday and 12.30pm-6.30pm on Sunday. Free parking is also available.

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One month to go until Splendour Festival

Splendour Festival

Sat 18 & Sun 19 July
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park

The Wombats and Snow Patrol headline this year's Splendour Festival, alongside the likes of Primal Scream, Craig David Presents TS5, Editors, The K’s, The Flaming Lips, Kingfishr, The Pigeon Detectives, The Sugarhill Gang, alt blk era, and loads more across the weekend.

As well as the music, there will be the Little Splendours children’s area, a silent disco, comedy, fairground rides, an independent market, gourmet food and drink, and fringe entertainment.

Nottingham City residents can receive a 10% discount by entering their council tax number and postcode.

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