The year in Nottingham
The big moments of the year in Nottingham: Nottingham Winter Wonderland, Wollaton Winter Light Trail, New Year's Eve and more, with their dates.
Nottingham Winter Wonderland
The Christmas market in Old Market Square, with the Sky Skate ice path, an observation wheel and an ice bar. Entry is free and the attractions are ticketed. It is closed on Christmas Day.
Wollaton Winter Light Trail
A ticketed trail of light, sound and storytelling outdoors at Wollaton Hall, with Santa's 12 Days of Christmas inside the hall at weekends. The formal gardens are closed from 26 October to 15 January for the set-up.
New Year's Eve
Ticketed parties in the bars, clubs and hotels of the city centre on the last night of the year.
Nottingham Light Night
Two nights when the city centre fills with light installations, performances and trails. It is free, and 2027 is its 19th year. The 2026 edition had works at Old Market Square, Sneinton Market Square, the castle and St Mary's church.
Nottingham Festival of Science and Curiosity
Two weeks of talks, shows and hands-on activities for families and adults at venues across Nottingham and the county, including Wollaton Hall.
Notts Pride
The Notts Pride march sets off at midday and is free to join, with the festival and its line-up at Sneinton Square after it. The organisers say the 2027 event marks 30 years of Pride in Nottingham.
Robin Hood Festival
Arena shows, medieval jousting, combat displays and storytelling at the Sherwood Forest visitor centre in Edwinstowe. 2026 was its 40th year.
Goose Fair
The city's funfair at the Forest Recreation Ground, organised by Nottingham City Council with travelling showmen. It is a Royal Charter fair, and the council counts the 2026 fair as its 732nd.
Nottingham Beer and Cider Festival
CAMRA's beer and cider festival at Trent Bridge cricket ground in West Bridgford, formerly called the Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival.
Hockley Hustle
A one-day music festival across the venues of Hockley and Sneinton, with a wristband for all of them. 2026 was its 20th year.
Nottingham Comedy Festival
Ten days of comedy at venues across the city, run by NCF Comedy. The 2027 edition will be its 19th.
