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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 live music, family fun and art displays.
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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. Browse today and find the perfect activity or experience to enjoy this weekend.
1. Light Night
Friday 28th February & Saturday 1st March | Nottingham City Centre | From 5pm | FREE Event
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Nottingham Night Light returns for its 17th year! This dazzling two-day event transforms the city after dark with a stunning array of interactive and immersive art installations. Celebrate the creativity of local, national, and international artists as they light up the winter night in a spectacular show.
Best of all, it's completely free! With events scattered across the city centre, there are endless opportunities to explore, discover, and get involved in the magic of the night. Don't miss out on this incredible celebration of light, art, and creativity—come see Nottingham in a whole new light!
2. Rufford's Magical Fairy Trail
Until 9th March | 10am to 3pm | Rufford Abbey Country Park | £3 per child
Looking for a fun and unique way to spend the weekend with the little ones? Look no further! Embark on a magical fairy trail and create enchanting memories along the way.
Stroll through picturesque courtyards and mystical woodlands, where the secrets of the fairies will guide your adventure. This trail is fully accessible, so everyone can join in the magic—including your furry friends! Don’t miss out on this whimsical journey—it's a perfect outing for the whole family!
3. Nottingham Pride Winter Ball
Friday 28th February | The Palais | 6.30pm - 10pm | From £11.25
Get ready to sparkle and shine because the party’s about to get fabulous! The Palis is turning 100, and they're celebrating in style with Nottingham’s biggest and boldest gay disco ever.
It’s going to be a night of non-stop dancing, fierce drag, and all the diva energy you can handle! Expect to see jaw-dropping go-go dancers, electrifying pole performances, and Drag Queens hosting the night with all the sass you love. Who knows, you might even spot a star from RuPaul’s Drag Race strutting their stuff!
So grab your sequins, put on your best glam, and let’s make this anniversary one for the books!
4. Katherine Priddy
Friday 28th February | 7pm | Metronome | £18.00
Get ready for the final run of The Pendulum Swing Tour with the incredible Katherine Priddy! Bringing her chart-topping #1 album to the city, Katherine is quickly becoming one of the most exciting folk artists around, with her headline shows selling out faster than ever.
Her live performances are nothing short of captivating—filled with emotion, wit, and unforgettable moments. Katherine’s original songs, rich in emotional depth and beautifully crafted lyrics, make for an experience you won't want to miss. Don’t miss your chance to see this rising star take the stage for one last tour stop!
5. Shine A Light On Hope: UV Doodle Workshop
Saturday 1st March I 5.30pm - 8pm | National Justice Museum | FREE
Get ready to unleash your creativity with renowned Midlands-based street and graffiti artist kid30 (smallkid) at the National Justice Museum! As part of Light Night 2025, join us for a free UV doodle room workshop where you can contribute your designs to an inspiring collection of words and images centred around hope and light.
Let your imagination run wild as you add your personal touch to this unique artwork, drawing inspiration from our current photographic exhibition on Hope. Watch your creations come to life and glow under the UV lights, filling the space with bursts of joy and colour. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a luminous experience!
Blog by Georgina Richardson for Visit Nottinghamshire
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Light Night returns to Nottingham! Do something different on a Friday or Saturday night and enjoy FREE cultural events in Nottingham after dark.
Create magical memories and discover a world of fairy tale delight at Rufford Abbey Country Park.
Nottinghamshire Pride are throwing a fundraiser for Pride 2025, come and dance with our Drag Hosts, DJ and Gogo dancers! Category is BIG GAY DISCO
With her biggest headline tour to date selling out most cities and her reputation growing, she was asked to perform on the legendary Later… with Jools Holland (25th May) on BBC Two. She now returns for the final run of The Pendulum Swing Tour in March 2025.
Join renowned Midlands-based street and graffiti artist kid30 (smallkid) at the National Justice Museum for a free UV doodle room workshop, part of Light Night 2025.
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