Nottingham Carnival 2018 💃

12 August – Victoria Embankment

Join us on Sunday for a riot of high-quality, showstopping carnival costumes and first-class entertainment for all!

The action-packed one-day event will include a community-led carnival parade featuring hundreds of colourful costumes and energetic dancing along the riverside.

It will also feature the ever popular Carnival Village; where you'll find music stages, workshops, stalls and even a large funfair.

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Nottingham Food Festival 2018 😋

11–12 August – Wollaton Hall and Deer Park

Eat, drink and be merry this weekend!

The Nottingham Food Festival is now in its fifth year and promises to be a fantastic day out for families, foodies and anyone looking to be inspired in their culinary adventures.

Along with lots of delicious food, expect live music, wine tasting, bush-tucker trials, crafts corners, fairground rides, children’s entertainment and workshops, plus demonstrations from celebrity chefs.

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Outdoor Theatre Season 🎭

until 1 September – Newstead Abbey and Wollaton Hall

Grab your picnic blanket and enjoy a play in the stunning surroundings of two of the county's most beautiful heritage sites.

This Sunday, it's the perfect time of year to catch A Midsummer Night's Dream at Newstead Abbey.

Fancy a date night with a difference like Sandie and her partner, Pete?

Check out the full Newstead programme and book tickets

Check out the full Wollaton programme and book tickets

England vs India – Test match 🏏

18–22 August – Trent Bridge

The world's number one Test side return to Trent Bridge to face England.

As the third oldest Test ground in the world, Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club know a thing or two about hosting the finest hospitality experience.

With a selection of splendid rooms offering the best seats in the house, fine dining and complimentary bar options, there's no more delightful way to watch the world's best cricketers.

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Summer Nights Outdoor Cinema 🍿

23–27 August – Wollaton Hall

Summer Nights returns for a whole host of fantastic film screenings in the beautiful surroundings of Wollaton Hall and Deer Park.

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