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Tuesday 31 December
Old Market Square (from 9:30pm)
This New Year’s Eve, Nottingham will welcome 2020 on Old Market Square with a huge free street party and fireworks once again, sponsored by local company Purico in association with Nottingham Care Village.
The event will build on the successful Old Market Square event last year, which took the place of the traditional event staged in previous years on the site of Nottingham Castle.
The family-friendly event will see Nottingham DJ Jeremy Prince Jeremy Prince on the decks in front of the Council House, with a set that is set to feature a musical excursion of popular hits spanning the last 50 years with flavours of disco, dance, soul and reggae to help ensure Nottingham waves farewell to 2019 in style.
At the midnight countdown and the bells of the Council House clock chime midnight, a 10-minute firework and pyrotechnic display will light up the skies around Old Market Square.
The midnight fireworks presented by local company: Sherwood based, 1st Galaxy; will be accompanied for the first time this year by a specially created music soundtrack created by local music producer StarSlinger. Expect 2019 musical highlights, some classic tracks and a uniquely Nottingham themed soundtrack to the fireworks. It includes Nottingham artists Jake Bugg (& Camelphat) and Young T & Bugsey and some of the sounds of the city that everyone will be familiar with – a fitting local accompaniment to the display.
The evening concludes with a massed rendition of the traditional Auld Lang Syne.
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Monday 30 December
Motorpoint Arena
The first ever stage adaptation of the exhilarating number one bestselling children's book by actor and comedian David Walliams.
Many years ago, Grandpa was a World War II flying ace. When he is sent to old folk’s home, Twilight Towers – run by sinister Matron Swine – it’s up to Grandpa and his grandson, Jack, to plot a daring escape. Little do they know, the wicked matron is on to them…
The wondrous stage design for this arena spectacular will see the Motorpoint Arena Nottingham transformed into London and its landmarks, including Buckingham Palace and the River Thames, from thousands of feet in the sky, as Grandpa's life size Spitfire soars through the air.
There are two shows - 1pm and 4pm
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 Tuesday 31 December
11am to 1:00am
Another New Year’s Eve option is THOR's tipi bar at Trinity Square. Don't miss your last chance to experience the 'hygge' in Nottingham this Christmas and to celebrate the decade in a novel way.
With a license until 1am, there is a unique opportunity to party in true Viking style.
Walk ins are allowed but booking ahead can guarantee your space.
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 Sunday 29 December
Old Market Square
Celebrate Chanukah (22-30 December) - the Jewish festival of lights. The Jewish community, the Lord Mayor and Lord Mayor’s Chaplain (Rabbi Tanya Sakhnovich) invite everyone to join the lighting ceremony. The lighting of the nine-foot Menorah represents a message of hope and freedom. From 5.30pm
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 Tuesday 31 December
Winter Wonderland’s Sur la Piste and Altitude bars will be open (advance tickets available) along with a range of additional food and drink options that will also be open throughout the evening.
Those who love ice skating will be able to skate one final time outdoors this year, as the Winter Wonderland ice skating rink remains open for the final sessions of the 2019 winter season, including a special late session finishing just before midnight (at 11.30pm). The Ice bar will also be open. These attractions are by ticket only and the bars are only open to 18+ after 9pm.
Bookings for skating and the bar areas can be made at whatsonnottingham.com
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 Wed 8 – Sun 12 Jan
Royal Concert Hall
Moscow City Ballet returns to Nottingham with two spectacular ballets, Swan Lake and The Nutcracker, each presented in classic Russian style and with a full orchestra – an unmissable treat.
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 Friday 10 January
Lady Bay
Why not make 2020 your year to experience the thrills and atmosphere of live rugby?
Nottingham Rugby v Ealing Trailfinders - 10 January
COMING NEXT: Nottingham Rugby v Newcastle Falcons (24 January)
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 Tue 31 December
Royal Concert Hall
Sinfonia Viva New Year’s Eve Gala will put the glamour, glitz and flare back into New Year’s Eve with this gala performance Dance to the Music of Time! Join Sinfonia Viva for a night of classical and popular favourites for a timeless New Year.
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 Until Saturday 4 January 2020
Nottingham Playhouse, Neville Studio
An enchanting festive show, perfect for ages 3 – 8; it is filled with music, dancing and plenty of chances to join in. This updated version of the classic tale is plenty of fun and packed with surprises.
One day, Pinocchio learns that he isn’t a real boy as he’d always thought. He’s actually made of wood! Struggling to fit in, he sets off on an exciting adventure with his trusty sidekick cricket to find out how to become a real boy.
Along the way, Pinocchio, makes friends with a whole host of larger-than-life characters. The only trouble is, he can’t help but tell lies and each one makes his nose grow!
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 Until Saturday 11 January 2020
Nottingham Playhouse
Experience the magic with spectacular costumes, stunning sets, plenty of belly-laughs and magical musical numbers.
Discover the magical kingdom of Princess Rosalind a.k.a. Sleeping Beauty, brought to life on Nottingham Playhouse's stage. When Sleeping Beauty pricks her finger on evil fairy Maleficent's spinning wheel the entire kingdom is sent to sleep.
Find out if brave Prince Alexander, Jerry the Jester and Fairy Wisheart can foil the evil fairy's plans and save Sleeping Beauty. Will they live happily ever after?
Book early to bag the best seats in the house!
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 Festive Biscuits
Saturday 28 December
£4 per child
Take time out over the holidays and bake your own festive inspired biscuits to celebrate Christmas! Bake your own delicious treats in Green's Festive Biscuit Baking workshop. All ingredients are supplied.
Christmas bread making
Thursday 2 January 2020
£4 per child
Keep the kids busy during the festive break by bringing them along to bake their very own tasty bread in the Green's Bread Baking Workshop! All ingredients supplied.
Festive Mince Pies
Saturday 4 January 2020
£4 per child | Ages 3+
In this festive inspired activity bake your own mince pies using a recipe refined by Green's Windmill miller. All ingredients supplied.
All sessions are suitable for ages 3+ - Booking essential! To book a place for these activities please call 0115 915 6878. There are six sessions at 10.15am, 11am, 11.45am, 1pm, 1.45pm & 2.30pm.
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Thursday 6 to Sunday 9 February 2020
Motorpoint Arena
Top seeds Great Britain will be joined by Hungary and Estonia, as well as a qualifier from the previous round. The winner of the four-team group will advance to the final qualifying for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. Don't miss this amazing chance to see the national side at close quarters. Tickets: From £10
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