What's on for Halloween? Plus, Bonfire Night at the Forest, and a night that football fans can't miss!

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Nottingham City Council - proud to present great events

Nottingham Pageant - last chance today

pageant

The Robin Hood Pageant is at Nottingham Castle for the final day today - Sunday 30 October!

It's a fantastic medieval day out for the whole family, with jousting, falconry, medieval entertainment from a host of characters including Robin Hood and the Sheriff of Nottingham, a working medieval blacksmiths forge, and much more!

A family ticket is just £25 for the day. Find out more.

Tickets are available on the gate at Nottingham Castle


halloween

Happy Halloween!


bonfire night

Bonfire Night - Saturday 5 November

Forest Recreation Ground 5.30 - 10pm

Enjoy a fairground, bonfire, children's fireworks display at 7.15pm and a fantastic main fireworks display at 9pm. Nottingham City Council is proud to bring you this brilliant event, with no entry charge. 

Get more details or join the Facebook event


Firewalk and Fireworks Display

Friday 4 November at Nottingham Castle

A great Bonfire Night celebration to raise money for charity My Sight Nottinghamshire. With live music from legendary locals Fat Digester and emerging star Joseph Knight, with entertainment from fire performers, Robin Hood leading out the Charity Firewalk and a revamped firework display. 

There's also a fantastic variety of food and drink with a Castle Rock Brewery Bar and food trucks.

Get tickets


trail

Try the Nottingham Trail!

There’s loads to see here in Nottingham – and a lot we wouldn’t want anyone to miss. So we’ve put this trail together to share some of our best-loved landmarks and favourite facts about the city, past and present. 

It's the perfect activity for visitors, and even if you're local, you'll learn something new about your city! 

Download the app, or pick up a paper trail at Nottingham Tourism Centre


hall of fame

A night with Nottingham's Hall of Fame Heroes

3 November at Motorpoint Arena

Nottingham will host a celebration of football to mark the induction of Nottingham Forest’s European Cup winners and Notts County into Manchester’s National Football Museum Hall of Fame.

Les Bradd, Archie Gemmill and John Robertson are among the Notts County and Nottingham Forest stars who will be attending the Football Hall of Fame induction on Thursday 3 November at the Motorpoint Arena.

Nottingham boxing champion Carl Froch will present the award to his heroes, the Nottingham Forest European Cup winners, and the other players so far confirmed are John McGovern, Trevor Francis, Garry Birtles, Ian Bowyer, Colin Barrett, Bryn Gunn, David Needham, John O'Hare, Gary Mills, Martin O'Neill and Frank Clark.  In addition, John Robertson is receiving his own personal induction.

Come along to see the Nottingham Forest European Cup winning squads and the oldest professional football club in the world, Notts County, take their rightful place amongst the world’s football elite.

Tickets are just £10 for adults and £5 for children.

Get tickets


billy connoly

What's On at the Motorpoint Arena this week?

Bring Me The Horizon - 2 November

The fastest growing rock band on the planet are coming to Nottingham. Alt rock giants Don Broco, plus English rockers Basement will be their support for the UK tour.

Get tickets

  Billy Connolly - 8 November

Don’t miss the new High Horse tour from the legendary comedian. 

Get tickets


Nottingham Comedy Festival 4 - 12 November

Featuring over 100 shows in many venues across Nottingham there is even more variety than ever before.

Go see your favourites, support local artists and see some fantastic up-and-coming talent. There's so much happening....take a look.


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Green's Windmill Autumn Fayre

Saturday 5 November

Join us at the mill from 11am - 3pm for a day of discovery. Climb the windmill and see how our sails turn grain into flour and discover the remarkable story of George Green in our interactive Science Centre. 

Join the Facebook event


Distinguished Lecture Series at Nottingham Trent University

These lectures are open to members of the public and are held at Nottingham Trent University's City site, in Nottingham city centre, from 6 - 7.15pm. There is no charge to attend.

Book your place now


badminton

Nottingham Badminton League Match - Monday 7 November

David Ross Sports Village 

Cheer on the home team as they play Birmingham Lions in a home match - you'll see top international badminton players right here in Nottingham. Tickets start from just £5.

Get tickets


debbie bryan

November events at Debbie Bryan

Saturday 12 November: Crafternoon - make a brooch or necklace

Friday 18 November: Vegan Supperclub

Saturday 26 November: Crafternoon - make cards and envelopes or a calendar

Saturday 26 November: New vegan afternoon teas


christmas

Christmas in Nottingham

As we head into November, here's a sneak peek of what's coming up this festive season in the city.

The NET Nottingham Winter Wonderland is back in Old Market Square from Saturday 19 November until Sunday 8 January. Look out for:

  • the better than ever ice rink with new Alpine Lodge boot room - book your ice skating now
  • the brand new Ice Bar, where you can enjoy a drink at sub-zero temperatures, plus pose with ice sculptures

The Christmas Lights Switch-On will take place on Thursday 24 November - Join the Facebook event.

Plus, we've got details of more Christmas markets and events on our Christmas landing page - take a look.


aladdin

It's rutting season at Wollaton Park

Remember to give the deer space, and keep your dog on a lead. Rutting season ends in mid-November.


events

Wednesday 2 November: Lunchtime Concert in the Newton Building, Nottingham Trent University

Wednesday 2 November: Remembering the Commonwealth Troops event at Queen's Walk

Wednesday 2 November: Wednesday Walkthrough at Nottingham Contemporary

Thursday 3 November: Birthday Shopping Evening at Handmade Nottingham

Thursday 3 November: Open Vinyl Night at the Malt Cross

Saturday 5 November: Bonfire Night at Stonebridge City Farm

Saturday 5 November: Fan Club at Rough Trade


events

Tuesday 1 November - Thursday 4 November:  Time is a Blind Guide at Nottingham Lakeside Arts

Wednesday 2 November: Stuart Cosgrove - Soul and Northern Soul at Five Leaves Bookshop

Thursday 3 November: Silk Painting Course at Curious? Nottingham

Thursday 3 November: Glenn Tilbrook at Glee Club

Saturday 5 November: Awkward Confessions at The Understudy

Saturday 5 November: Always Be Rolling! With James Cook at The Understudy

Sunday 6 November: Paul Tonkinson: The Full Tonks at Canalhouse


Contact Nottingham City Council

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