We’ve rounded up our top 5 things to do in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire this weekend. Take your pick of unique events and activities that this brillant city has to offer.

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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.

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1. Sausage And Cider Fest 

Saturday 31 May 2025 | Wollaton Hall & Deer Park | 2pm-11pm | Tickets: £19.50

Returning for another year of festival fun is the much loved 'Sausage and Cider Fest'.

They'll be over 30 crips cider flavours and 20 succulant sausage ones to sink your teeth into but thats not all ... They'll be drinks flowing and eating competitions, a market, axe throwing and glitter stations to keep the festival vibes alive. A designated children disco and stage ensure the whole family can enjoy the festival fun.

They'll be appearances by the iconic Radio One Presenter 'Chris Moyles' alongside special guests Barrioke (the UK’s biggest karaoke host), Kevin & Perry, and Big John. Alongside incredible tribute performances to: Mumford & Sons, Fleetwood Mac, Oasis, Madness, Stereophonics, and Kings of Leon, it will be a night to remember for all the family.

2. Green Hustle

Saturday 31st May | Old Market Square | 11am - 10pm | FREE

Green Hustle will see thousands of people come together in the hear of Nottingham City Centre to celebrate green living.

Visitors can expect live music, circus performers, dancers and more all on the main stage. Alongside a indipendant makers market and a community garden showcase

It's set to be a celebration of all things green living and sustainable and even better ... it's all for FREE

3. The OddBalls Foundation Festival

Saturday 31st May | University of Nottingham Highfields Sports Centre | 8am - 11pm | Tickets from £5
 

The OddBalls Foundation Festival is the biggest charity organised sports festival in the UK and it's back for its 5th year! Be a part of this sports festival with a purpose - raising awareness of Testicular Cancer! 

Guests can expect Live music from headline performers, Event Zone with huge brands and recognised organisations. Multiple bars serving your favourite drinks with food outlets from across the city aswell as live performances by UoN and NTU Cheerleading.

Get set for an action-packed day of sport and entertainment, with a purpose.

4. Biscuit Baking

Saturday 31st May | Green's Windmill | 10.15am - 2.30pm | £4 per child

Looking for something and fun and unique to do with your little ones this weekend well how about coming down to Green's windmill and get stuck in with some brillant biscuit baking

All ingredients are proved and the sessions are suitable for ages 3 plus so all that's needed is for you to bring yourself down and get stuck in. 

After you've baked your delicious chococlate chip cookies be sure to explore the rest of the mill and science musuem all for FREE.

5. Summer in Nashville 

Sunday 1st June | Wollaton Hall | 12pm - 8pm | Tickets from £11

Howdy, y’all! The brand new show Summer in Nashville is coming to Nottingham. It's time to don the cowboy boots as Nashville arrives with a huge line up of music, games and food. 

The line-up includes the UK’s number one country band, One Night in Nashville, as well as The Folly Brothers, Outpost Drive, Whisky Cure, Lincoln Skins, and tributes to Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen and Shania Twain.

As well as even more entertainment such as axe throwing, rodeo bull rides, line dancing and the best mouthwatering BBQ and Amercian food.

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Blog currated by Georgina Richardson - Visit Nottingham Marketing Internship