What's On and Things To Do This Weekend In Nottinghamshire - 19th - 21st September

We’ve rounded up our top 5 things to do in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire this weekend. 

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.

1. Candlelit Piano Experience, Chris Miggells Live at Clipstone Headstocks

Friday 19 September 2025 I Clipstone Headstocks Museum I 6pm – 10pm I Tickets: £33.22

A musical experience like no other; composer and pianist Chris Miggells will perform his ground-breaking piano compositions live at the iconic Clipstone Headstocks, now known as "The Iron Cathedral". You will hear a grand piano resonate inside the 50-foot-high powerhouse, the raw acoustics are truly phenomenal. Guided tours of the museum can also be arranged at time of booking.

2. Art Fest Nottingham

Saturday 20 September | Various Locations across Nottingham City Centre | 10am - 6pm | FREE Event

Art Fest Nottingham is returning for its second edition, transforming the city into an open-air art gallery for a full day of creativity, connection, and community spirit. Art Fest 2025 runs across Nottingham City Centre from the Victoria Centre through Hockley and into Sneinton Market. Highlights include 10 large-scale murals painted from early September across the city. 40+ artists creating smaller artworks on the festival day. Exhibitions and workshops for all ages at the Victoria Centre and The Carousel and an Art Market at Sneinton Market with Midlands Makers.

3. Festival of Food and Drink 2025

Saturday 20 September – Sunday 21 September 2025 | Thoresby Park | From £12 (under 5’s go free)

Held at Thoresby Park in Nottinghamshire, the Festival of Food & Drink attracts some of the UK’s best exhibitors with over 150 vendors at the event, serving up cuisine from around the world. From classic street food to innovative cocktails, this is your chance to sample some of the UK's finest food and drink.
Taking place over two days, there will also be a whole host of entertainment to enjoy,​​ with guest appearances from TV chefs, hands-on workshops, live demonstrations and shopping opportunities.

4. OPEN AIR | Trancecoda X Groovebox X Shine Binks Yard

Saturday 20 September 2025 | Binks Yard Terrace | 2pm – 10pm I Tickets: £42.90 (VIP options available) - Minimum age 18+

Get set for an open air night of trance music on the Binks Yard terrace! With a huge lineup including legendary PAUL VAN DYK and insane production, you don't want to miss this one!

5. Dog Friendly Raceday at Southwell Racecourse 2025

Sunday 21 September 2025 | Southwell Racecourse | 1pm-7pm | Tickets: From £23

Visitors can look forward to a tail-wagging day out like no other at Southwell Racecourse’s Dog Friendly Raceday. The racecourse will be opening its gates to four-legged friends and their humans for a fun-filled raceday designed to delight both pets and people. Whether attending with a playful pup or a seasoned show-dog, guests will have the chance to enjoy live horse racing in a dog-friendly atmosphere.