Nottingham has a range of fantastic venues to cater for all types of events throughout the year. Sport, music, markets, festivals, there's something for everyone. Let's take a look at what is in store in the next few months.
Ibiza Orchestra
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park, Nottingham
Friday 29 May 2026 | 6pm - 11pm
The Ibiza Orchestra Experience returns to Wollaton Hall & Deer Park with a brand new show.
The 26-piece orchestra will perform live, and you can expect a night of iconic tracks from artists such as; Rudimental, Ian Van Dahl, Daft Punk, Robert Miles, Baby D, Tiesto, Fatboy Slim, Prodigy, Shapeshifters and more.
This brand new show will also feature a silent disco stage, vocal performances, a live MC, glitter artists, laser show, pyrotechnics, fire breathers, classic DJ sets, and more. Plus, new for 2026 - a 90's dance tent.
Website: ibizaorchestraexperience.co.uk/nottingham
Sausage & Cider Festival
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park, Nottingham
Saturday 30 May 2026 | 12pm - 10pm
The Sausage & Cider Festival returns to Nottingham for a spectacular day of festival fun including; 30+ cider flavours, 20+ sausage flavours, prosecco, cocktails and spirits, festival market and much more.
There will also be incredible tribute performances to: UB40, Kasabian, Queen, Elton John, Red Hot Chilli Peppers and Kaiser Chiefs.
Website: sausageandciderfest.co.uk
Summer in Nashville
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park, Nottingham
Sunday 31 May 2026 | 12pm - 8pm
The brand new show Summer in Nashville is coming to Nottingham. It's time to don the cowboy boots and stetson as Nashville arrives with a huge line up of music, games and food!
Attractions include; the best new and undiscovered country acts, incredible tributes of iconic country music legends, line dancing, and American BBQ and street food.
Website: summerinnashville.com
Nottingham Motor Show
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park, Nottingham
Saturday 6 - Sunday 7 June 2026 | 10am - 4pm
On Saturday 6 June, the New Car Preview Day will bring together a diverse range of electric vehicles in a relaxed, park-style setting, creating a welcoming space not only for current EV owners but also for members of the public who are curious about making the switch.
On Sunday 7 June, the Nottingham Motor Show will include hundreds of classic vehicles as well as the very latest models that car dealerships have to offer. Having been established over many years, it is the biggest show of its kind in the East Midlands. As well as hundreds of classics on display, from clubs and proud individuals alike, and all the brand new models to browse at your leisure, there will also be family entertainment, a funfair for the kids, and a music marquee. It’s a great family day out, with a huge variety of automobiles, motorbikes, buses and trucks, ranging from the early 1900s to modern day super and concept cars. There will also be a wide range of food and exhibitor stalls to enjoy.
Website: wollatonhall.org.uk/nottingham-motor-show
Lexus Nottingham Open
Lexus Nottingham Tennis Centre, University Boulevard
Saturday 13 - Sunday 21 June 2026
The Lexus Nottingham Open brings together a women's WTA 250 event and a men's ATP Challenger Tour.
Website: www.lta.org.uk/fan-zone/international/lexus-nottingham-open
Nottingham Craft Beer Festival
Sneinton Market Avenues
Friday 19 - Saturday 20 June 2026
The Nottingham Craft Beer Festival (NCBF) takes place in June each year at Sneinton Market Avenues, a large outdoor location in Nottingham City Centre. The 2026 festival will take place over two days on Friday 19 and Saturday 20 June (afternoon and evening sessions on the Saturday). NCBF was born off the back of Nottingham Craft Beer Week, a pub-led movement which ran from 2013-2022 and in 2020 won awards from SIBA for being the best craft beer promotion in the UK. A line-up of local and national breweries will be at the Nottingham Craft Beer Festival this June. Sneinton Market Avenues provides a unique atmosphere, with beer stalls taking over the avenues lined by independent small businesses.
Website: nottinghamcraftbeer.co.uk
England Men v New Zealand - Test Match Cricket
Trent Bridge Cricket Ground, West Bridgford
Thursday 25 - Monday 29 June 2026
Ben Stokes' Test team will take on the Blackcaps of New Zealand in a five-day Rothesay Test Match between Thursday 25 and Monday 29 June - the first time the two sides have met for a Test in Nottingham since a breathtaking fifth-day run-chase in 2022 kickstarted the Bazball era.
Website: visit-nottinghamshire.co.uk
80's MixTape with Live Orchestra
Nottingham Castle
Friday 10 July 2026
Step back into the most iconic decade in music as 80s MixTape with Live Orchestra arrives at Nottingham Castle for an unforgettable summer evening. Set against the stunning backdrop of one of the city’s most historic venues, this spectacular outdoor concert brings the energy, colour, and nostalgia of the 1980s to life like never before.
Website: www.nottinghamcastle.org.uk/80s-mixtape-live-orchestra
Country at the Castle
Nottingham Castle
Saturday 11 July 2026
Get ready for a feel-good summer evening filled with guitars, great vibes, and unforgettable live performances at Country at the Castle - coming to Nottingham Castle this July. Bringing the spirit of Nashville to the heart of Nottingham, this outdoor live music event celebrates everything fans love about country music. Expect incredible live artists performing a mix of modern country hits, country rock favourites, and timeless classics guaranteed to have you clapping, singing, and dancing along.
Website: www.nottinghamcastle.org.uk/country-at-the-castle
Nottingham Food Festival
Victoria Embankment
Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 July 2026
Brand-new for 2026 is the Nottingham Food Festival at Victoria Embankment. Stamp the dates in, invite your favourite people, and join us for a weekend of strolling, sampling, and kicking back beside the River Trent. We're bringing together an eclectic mix of global flavours, international performances, local treasures, and a healthy dash of the weird and wonderful. We don't want to spoil too much, but you can always rely on something unexpected to pop around the corner.
Website: .tickettailor.com/events/foodfestival/2058153/r/whats-on-notts
Musicals Live with Live Orchestra
Nottingham Castle
Sunday 12 July 2026
Experience the magic of musical theatre in a truly spectacular setting as Musicals Live comes to Nottingham Castle for an unforgettable night of live performance. This special outdoor concert celebrates the greatest songs from the world of musical theatre, performed by outstanding live vocalists accompanied by a full orchestra. From powerful ballads to uplifting showstoppers, audiences will be taken on an emotional journey through beloved classics and modern favourites from stage and screen.
Website: www.nottinghamcastle.org.uk/musicals-live-orchestra
Splendour Festival 2026
Wollaton Park, Nottingham
Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 July 2026
It's official.... The Wombats and Snow Patrol will be topping the bill for Splendour 2026! Get ready for huge anthems, big energy, and all the feels at Wollaton Park.
Splendour is Nottinghamshire’s biggest festival. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Wollaton Hall & Deer Park, the festival has brought many international calibre acts to Nottingham since it began in 2008. Past line ups have featured Richard Ashcroft, Kaiser Chiefs, Anne-Marie, Becky Hill, Billy Ocean, The Specials, James, The Human League, Happy Mondays, Bananarama, Lawson, Jake Bugg, Madness, The Darkness, Pet Shop Boys, Calvin Harris, Dizzee Rascal, Paolo Nutini and many more.
The weekend offers several stages of music with a wonderful mix of acts to appeal across multiple generations. Alongside the music, there will be comedy, fairground rides, an independent market, a gourmet food and drink offer, Little Splendours area and fringe activities.
Website: splendourfestival.com
Haçienda
Wollaton Hall & Deer Park
Saturday 22 August 2026 | 1pm - 11pm
The legendary Haçienda is set to return to the iconic Wollaton Hall & Deer Park, hosting an impressive line-up of deep house and electronic music pioneers to one of the UK’s most scenic outdoor venues. Now in its third year at Wollaton, the brand continues to deliver an unmissable celebration of club culture, showcasing some of the most influential artists and DJ’s in dance music history.
This year’s signature edition will feature an outstanding selection of global icons and scene-defining artists, including Faithless, the legendary electronic act behind global anthems Insomnia, God Is a DJ, Salva Mea and Mass Destruction. Faithless have dominated the electronic scene for generations, blending techno, spoken-word, house, and trip-hop into unforgettable live performances.
Website: wollatonhall.org.uk/hacienda
Nottingham is a city that offers a range of exciting visitor attractions. From historic castles and museums to modern art galleries and theatres, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are interested in history, culture, or simply want to have fun, Nottingham is a great place to visit.
Where to stay
Jasmine Villa A and Jasmine Villa B are located just a few minutes walk from the tram stop at the University of Nottingham, from where it is a 10 minute ride into the city. Or you can catch a bus from the stop just around the corner to many different locations in and around the city.
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