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Sun 10 July
Nottingham Castle
City residents invited to Nottingham Castle Queen’s Baton Relay event
The Queen’s Baton Relay for the Commonwealth Games (Birmingham 2022) will arrive in the city in two week's time. This is the 16th official Queen’s Baton Relay – a journey which brings together and celebrates communities across the Commonwealth during the build up to the Games which open on Thursday 28 July.
To celebrate the baton visiting Nottingham, there will be an event at Nottingham Castle with music, entertainment, and the baton itself being handed over. The Sheriff of Nottingham will be in attendance.
There are 3,000 tickets available. The Castle will be closed to usual visitors all day, but this free event is open to anybody living in the city, will be by ticket only, and limited to six per household. Council Tax details (account number) and postcode must be added and will be verified to make the booking.
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Fri 19 August
Wollaton Park
Not long now until the Sausage and Cider Festival comes to Nottingham for the very first time, to this iconic outdoor venue.
Take your pick from over 30 ciders, and 15 incredible sausages while enjoying the amazing live music stage with a combination of local acts, plus some of the UK’s best tribute acts.
Take advantage of a great ticket offer - 50% off the ticket price for a limited period. That's just £16.50 inc. booking fee. Ages 18+ only.
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Tues 28 June
Royal Concert Hall
Alan Brazil and Ray Parlour are the most lethal strike force on British radio. Together on the talkSPORT breakfast show they’ve proven to be a hilarious double act and now they are taking their live stage show on the road.
The guys will be telling tales from the dressing room, from the studio, from their playing days, travels on international duty… and of course Cheltenham.
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Weds 29 June – Sat 2 July
Old Market Square
The International Market returns, selling hot and cold street food, fresh food, and a range of arts and crafts
Traders are selling a wide range of products, spanning continents...
There will be a great selection of unique gifts and shoppers can explore ranges of jewellery, clothing, Fair Trade wooden carvings and handmade ceramics..
For foodies, 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.
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Weds 29 June
Newstead Abbey
The Open air Theatre season continues at Newstead Abbey this week with the classic story of Pride and Prejudice. Take a step back in time as we meet Elizabeth Bennett and her sisters.
While their interfering mother engineer’s various courtships, Elizabeth and Jane must pursue their own quest for true love. Amidst mistakes and miscommunications.
Can Elizabeth finally surpass her prejudices to see past the proud exterior of the enigmatic Mr Darcy?
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Weds 29 June
Motorpoint Arena
Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons have sold over 175 million records worldwide and defined the sound of an era with classic hits like: Walk Like A Man, Sherry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Rag Doll, Big Girls Don’t Cry, and many more.
Sixties idol Frankie Valli, is as hot as ever thanks to the volcanic success of the Tony-winning musical Jersey Boys which chronicles the life and times of Frankie and his legendary group.
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Sat 19 November
Motorpoint Arena
The multi-award-winning Kaiser Chiefs are coming to Nottingham this November along with live favourites, The Fratellis and The Sherlocks.
Formed in Leeds in 2000, Kaiser Chiefs are one of the leading bands of their generation. The band have been Mercury nominated for their debut album, Employment and went on to win three BRIT awards, an Ivor Novello award for Album of the Year, and have sold over 8 million albums worldwide.
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Sat 23 and Sun 24 July
Wollaton Park
Just over a month until Splendour Festival comes bouncing back with double the stage time so double the acts for this 2-day event.
Performing Sunday on the main stage will be Razorlight (Pictured) - formed in 2002 by Johnny Borrell, after having performed across London with the likes of The Libertines.
Also see British soul singer Heather Small, Craig David, Supergrass, The Human League, and headliner Anne-Marie.
Nottingham City residents can enjoy a resident discount across all ticket types. Enter your Council Tax reference number and postcode when booking.
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Sat 25 June to Sun 26 June
Nottingham Castle
Join Black Knight Historical as they visit Nottingham Castle once again, bringing their own royalty with them and taking you all the way back to 1917.
Join Queen Mary as she inspects the troops, meet the young flying ‘ace’ Albert Ball VC, listen to the Padre talk to the soldiery and discover the works of the YMCA during WWI. This event is part of the standard admission price for Nottingham Castle.
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Sun 10 July
From Queens Walk
Everybody is invited to the 19th Inclosure walk which goes through all the Allotted Recreation Grounds and the three miles of Walks given to the people of Nottingham, for ever, by the Inclosure Act of 1845.
Short talks about the history are given at points of interest. The free walk can be joined at the Station, St. Mary’s Church, the bottom of Robin Hood Chase or the Arboretum. It finishes at the Inclosure Oaks on the Forest.
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Until Sun 26 June
Woodthorpe Park
There's plenty to do and see around Woodthorpe Grange Park this weekend with all of the fun of the fair.
Have fun on the popular bumper cars, and get giddy on the carousel, or are you brave enough to take on the ghost train?
The fair is open every day from 6.30pm-9pm.
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Sat 2 July
Lime Lane Woods, Arnold
Submerged in a fairytale setting of majestic woodland just 10 minutes from Nottingham City Centre, expect a fully immersive experience as the biggest names in house and disco go deep into the woods.
The natural surroundings of the forest is the perfect setting to showcase internationally-acclaimed artists across 2 stages including Dimitri From Paris, Jocelyn Brown (Live), Dave Lee ZR, and a full supporting line-up with Crazy P, Fat Tony, Jodie Harsh, Michael Gray, Jim Shaft Ryan, and John 'Pleased' Wimmin
Subscriber ticket offer
What's On Nottingham Weekly subscribers can get 25% off tickets or purchase 4 tickets for the price of 3.
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