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To Sun 15 May
Old Market Square
Don't miss Nottingham's International Market - open until Sunday, selling hot and cold street food, and a range of arts, crafts, and gifts.
If you're a foodie, there's an array of tempting continental and international flavours to enjoy. For those wanting to take the flavours of the world home with them there will be a great selection of fresh foods, including olives, cheeses, breads and cakes.
You can find a full list of stalls, and international food and drink to sample at the website.
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Sat 11 June to Sun 4 September
Wollaton Hall and Deer Park
Newstead Abbey
The fantastic season of open air theatre performances returns this summer to the manicured gardens and beautiful ruins of Newstead Abbey, and the spectacular Elizabethan mansion and park at Wollaton.
The first performance of the year is David Walliams' Awful Auntie (Sat 11 June) at Newstead Abbey, adapted for the outdoor stage by Heartbreak Productions. It's a truly thrilling tale of owls, ghosts, chases, escapes, motorcycle rides, and umm...tiddlywinks as Stella evades her menacing Aunt and saves the family home.
Check out programme highlights below:
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 From Sat 11 June
Newstead Abbey
Newstead Abbey is offering a mix of children's tales, Shakespeare classics, alongside popular novels to delight all ages this summer.
The season starts on Sat 11 June with modern classic Awful Auntie, then moves to a more traditional tale on Wednesday 29 June with Pride & Prejudice.
Enjoy Shakespeare's Twelfth Night on Weds 27 July and a tale with a twist in Much Ado About Murder on Fri 12 August.
There are two further classic tales with Jane Eyre on Fri 26 August and Peter Pan on Sun 04 September.
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 From Thurs 16 June
Wollaton Hall
The Wollaton season begins with a delve into history on Thurs 16 June as The Gunpowder Plot promises an explosive evening of short fuses and tall tales, as five actors try to pull off the most infamous conspiracy in history.
There are two Shakespeare performances - Romeo & Juliet on Tues 19 July, and A Midsummer Nightâs Dream on Thurs 01 September: Â
On Sunday 17 July, the kids will enjoy the popular David Walliams' story - Awful Auntie, and there is the fairy-tale magic of Cinderella on Weds 03 August.
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Thurs 7 July
Wollaton Hall
Join The Lord Chamberlainâs Men this summer for this sparkling comedy.
âAll the world's a stage!â
Rosalind, her friend Celia, the noble Orlando, the usurped Duke Senior and his courtiers get banished and set up new lives in the Forest of Arden.
Free from the constraints of their former lives lovers tussle, wits and fools spar, familial bonds are challenged, and everyone wrestles with what it really means to be yourself.
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Sat 14 and Sun 15 May
Nottingham Castle
Black Knight Historical return to the Castle with their popular Robin Hood Weekend - Come face to face with Nottinghamâs best-loved outlaw.
Meet Robin Hood and his Merry Men as they pit their wits against the infamous Sheriff of Nottingham. With encampments, archery, battles and more, itâs set to be a great family weekend.
This event is included in the general admission ticket to Nottingham Castle.
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Thu 12 - Sat 14 May
Royal Concert Hall
Direct from the USA, the biggest and best Elvis show in the world is back, starring Shawn Klush, who jets to the UK with fellow American Dean Z, and the UKâs own winner of The Ultimate Elvis Competition Ben Thompson
Shawn and Dean have been crowned grand champions of the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis, Tennessee â officially sanctioned by the Elvis Presley estate.
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Monday 23 May
Motorpoint Arena
Pop sensation and star of Channel 4's It's a Sin - Olly Alexander has become one of the worldâs most trailblazing modern pop stars.
The singer, actor, and cultural vanguard earned 5 Brit Award nominations and numerous top ten hits including the award-winning number one single "King" in a unique sound that mixes electropop, R&B, and 90s House.
Donât miss this incredible evening of pure pop hits. Joined by special guests Eddy Luna, L Devine and Queer House Party.
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Sat 28 and Sun 29 May
Motorpoint Arena
The East Midlandâs biggest popular culture convention returns for its 10th year!
Join celebrities from Dr Who, Pokemon, Harry Potter, Red Dwarf, Star Wars and more for meet and greets.
Plus, awesome cosplay, photo ops, and traders come together at this, the biggest popular culture event in the East Midlands.
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Sun 3 July
Sneinton Market Avenues
The iconic street food experience returns to Sneinton this summer with live music, DJ's, cocktails and; of course, the best local street food around.
Award-winning street food vendors will be announced nearer the time.Â
Beers, cocktails and cold beverages are provided by the Wave Bar, and live music and DJ's will be playing all evening.
These events regularly sell out. book now to avoid disappointment.
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Sun 10 July
Various venues
The Commonwealth Games Birmingham 2022 Queenâs Baton Relay is confirmed to visit Nottingham during its final journey this summer.
The baton will travel the length and breadth of England for 29 days, before reaching the games' opening ceremony on 28 July.
During its time in Nottinghamshire, the Queenâs Baton Relay will visit Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, and experience a kayak journey along the Nottingham and Beeston Canal, before travelling through the famous network of caves to Nottingham Castle.
More details on how to see the Baton will be released in due course.
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Friday 3Â June
Victoria Embankment, Nottingham
Some of the nationâs much loved and established live acts will play alongside some of the hottest bands to emerge over the last year at this brand new festival.Â
Already a legendary live performer, Gerry Cinnamonâs gigs have become folklore â joyous mass fan singalongs inspiring devotion and a dedicated following that has swelled, via word-of-mouth, to epic proportions.
The line-up includes indie stalwarts The Kooks, Liverpoolâs The Mysterines whose debut album âReelingâ went top 10 in the UK album charts this week, Yorkshire breakout band The Reytons and festival favourites Black Honey.
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Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 July
Wollaton Park
Splendour is bouncing back bigger and better than ever since its last outing three years ago and now includes a second day. With double the stage time, the line-up for Nottinghamshireâs biggest music festival is stacked out with headliners serving up hits galore from across four decades.
They include:Â Richard Ashcroft, Supergrass, Craig David presents TS5, Anne-Marie, The Human League, Razorlight, The Vamps, Ocean Colour Scene, Happy Mondays, and Belinda Carlisle.
Nottingham City residents are eligible for a discount and VIP options are available across all ticket types.
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