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We’ve rounded up our top 5 things to do in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire this weekend.
Take your pick of unique events and activities including the Nottinghamshire County Show, Ladies Day racing and Tenacious D as they bring their latest tour Nottingham!
And while you’re out and about, don’t forget - if you are out having a great time in Nottingham or Nottinghamshire, you can use #LoveNotts to share the love, or tag us using @visitnotts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. We’re also on TikTok under @visitnottinghamshire!
There are many more things to do and explore on our full What’s On calendar such as interesting exhibitions, tours, and fun outdoor activities. Have a browse today and find the perfect activity or experience to enjoy this weekend.
1. Nottinghamshire County Show 2024
Saturday 11 May I 9am - 5pm | Newark Showground | Tickets: £18 (16 and under go free)
The County Show showcases the best of farming, countryside and rural life and we are proud to be celebrating our local agricultural community with attractions including livestock, equine, local food producers and craft stalls, countryside competitions, trade stands and more!
You can enjoy a variety of areas including a Countryside Area, where you can experience fun countryside activities, a Community Zone showcasing county-wide groups, a Home and Garden Hub jam packed with floral displays and the Festival of Food, where you can indulge in the best of food, shopping, and music.
You can also shop till’ you drop with lots of stalls, watch all the equine and livestock competitions and variety of acts and displays happening all day in the Main Ring!
2. Ladies Day at Nottingham Racecourse
Saturday 11th May | Nottingham Racecourse | 12pm - 7.30pm | From £19
Join Nottingham Racecourse for an unforgettable blend of style, racing, off-track entertainment, and an all-day celebration of the sport including the exclusive post-race party on the lawn. Ladies Day at Nottingham Racecourse promises an experience that extends beyond the track, making it a day to remember.
Elevating elegance, the Style Awards celebrate the most impeccably dressed individuals on the course. It's your chance to don your finest attire alongside friends and family, making a bold fashion statement at the heart of the racing action. Be in with the chance of winning a series of fantastic prizes!
3. Tenacious D: The Spicy Meatball Tour
Sunday 12th May | 6.30pm | Motorpoint Arena Nottingham | Tickets from £129.20
Tenacious D are bringing The Spicy Meatball Tour to Nottingham this weekend!
The legendary rock duo are going to showcase their rock greatness to their army of loyal fans. It marks Tenacious D's long-awaited return to the UK stage, a hiatus since 2019. Their live performance promises an energetic, rock rollercoaster of fun that will take fans on a journey of their exhilarating catalogue of classic hits.
But you better be fast and grab your tickets before they sell out!
4. National Mills Weekend at Green's Windmill
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th May | 10am - 4pm | Green's Windmill | FREE
National Mills Weekend is the annual festival of the UK's milling heritage, so celebrate by visiting Nottingham's 19th Century windmill.
Climb the mill to see the breath-taking views (don't forget a camera!) and learn how grain is turned into flour using 200 year old methods.
Green's Windmill in Sneinton was built by the father of notable scientist and mathematician George Green in 1807. Today the working Mill is a popular museum and science centre, which teaches new generations of children about the valuable work of George Green.
5. Nottingham Vintage Pop Up
Sunday 12th May | 11am - 4pm | Nottingham Contemporary | Entry £5 (£1 after 12noon and FREE after 3pm)
Shop trend led vintage fashion from as little as £10 at the rail deals area! Shop vintage brands, Y2K, American & European vintage, designer, premium & rare!
Fancy coming early? Grab a Earlybird Entry for £5 to enjoy a limited capacity and grab a first look at the pop up! Tickets are just £1 after the first hour and free for the last hour.
This blog was written by Katherine Taylor, Marketing Executive at Visit Nottinghamshire.
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The County Show showcases the best of farming, countryside and rural life. See craft stalls, competitions, displays and much more!
Injecting style into Nottinghamshire this season, Ladies Day is set to be the epitome of elegance and excitement.
Greatest Band in the World: Tenacious D are bringing The Spicy Meatball Tour to Nottingham in May 2024!
National Mills Weekend is the annual festival of the UK's milling heritage, so celebrate by visiting Nottingham's 19th Century windmill. Climb the mill to see the breath-taking views (don't forget the camera!) and learn how grain is turned into flour using 200 year old methods.
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