What's On This Bank Holiday Weekend In Nottinghamshire : 25th - 27th August

The summer has been long and luscious so far, but as the August bank holiday approaches we're reminded that we need to make the most of these splendid, salubrious days. Luckily, there are still many awesome events coming up in Nottinghamshire, and this weekend is no exception. We've picked some of our top events below, but don't forget to browse our What’s On pages and Things to Do section for lots more ideas! 

Fancy treating yourself to a Bottomless Brunch? The Botanist in West Bridgford have you covered. Want to explore the city on an exclusive hidden art trail? Go hunt down the beautiful robins of Hoodwinked. Craving a summery seaside atmosphere? Head to the Market Square for rides, music, sandcastles and refreshing slushies at Nottingham Beach.

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Summer Nights Outdoor Film Screenings Wollaton Park | Thursday 23 - Monday 27 August 2018 £15.50 per person | £10.50 under 10s | Free for under 5s How does a night under the stars watching classic movies against the backdrop of Nottingham’s stunning Wollaton Hall sound? Grab a blanket, make yourself a delicious picnic, and come along to the Summer Nights Outdoor Film Screenings this bank holiday weekend. Thrills and frights come in the form of Stephen King’s It and Batman classic The Dark Knight Rises, you can party away with Wayne’s World, enjoy a spot of fairytale romance with Beauty & The Beast, or exercise your vocal chords with The Greatest Showman. A perfect way to top off your summer! For more information, please click here.

GRANDSLAM 2018! Simple Minds, The Pretenders and KT Tunstall Live in Concert Riverside Park | Saturday 25 August 2018  From £37.50 Per Person If it’s a bit of live music you are on the hunt for over the bank holiday weekend, take a trip to Newark for a brilliant line-up of stars performing at Grandslam 2018! In Riverside Park next to the beautiful ruins of Newark Castle, 80s icons Simple Minds and The Pretenders bring their classic hits including Don’t You (Forget About Me), Brass in Pocket, and Message of Love. They are also joined by KT Tunstall, who is back with a new album for 2018! Not only will this be a fantastic day of live music but it's also a great chance to explore the historic town of Newark, so snap up your tickets now! For more information and ticket information, please click here.

The Big Bake brought to you by The Great Food & Drink Festival Newstead Abbey | Saturday 25 - Monday 27 August 2018 £8.40 Per Person Cake-lovers, Bake-Off addicts, chocolate fanatics, and all those with a penchant for sweet treats - this is the food festival you have been waiting for! Dessert meets artistry at the spectacular Newstead Abbey this weekend, as some of the country’s best chefs show off their skills with a huge range of demonstrations, including appearances from the likes of Molly Robbins of Channel 4 Extreme Cake Makers, GBBO 2017 winner Sophie Faldo, and chocolatier extraordinaire Paul Young. If you prefer savoury delights, never fear – there will be a great range of vendors flaunting their wares, such as toastie connoisseurs Big Melt, plus stalls to browse, delicious samples to try, and lots of things to entertain the children. For more information, please click here.

The Zombie Maize Kelham Hall | Saturday 25 - Sunday 26 August 2018 | 6 - 10pm​ £20 Per Person Fancy a fright? Head down to Kelham Hall and you will indeed be in for a scare. Throughout the summer visitors have been enjoying the Hall’s amazing maze of maize – an interactive labyrinth full of twists, riddles and wrong turns - but this weekend the suspense is turned up a notch. Lost in the maze is Farmer Hatton, though locals fear there is something more sinister lurking in its depths. Will you dare to venture in and face the fiendish beings within? For more information, please click here.

Southwell Music Festival   Various Venues | Wednesday 22 - Monday 27 August 2018 One of the UK’s top festivals for classical music, the Southwell Music Festival kicks off this week and promises a host of concerts across several gorgeous locations in the pretty market town of Southwell. This year’s highlights include Nottingham’s own Sheku Kanneh-Mason performing at the grand Southwell Minster on Saturday 25th, along with his sister Konyah Kanneh-Mason on Thursday 23rd. With daily concerts and evening recitals, along with lots of free fringe performances, this is a week not to be missed for any fan of classical music. For more information, please click here.

This blog was written by Sophie Gargett, Marketing Assistant at Visit Nottinghamshire.